ASUS
GeForce GTX 970 Strix
Best quiet performance for dedicated PC builders.
Experience a cool and silent gaming journey with the ASUS STRIX GeForce GTX 970. This factory-overclocked graphics card boasts a 1253 MHz boost clock for superior performance. Its DirectCU II cooling system with 0dB fan technology ensures complete silence during light gaming and offers a 30% cooler, 3X quieter experience during intense sessions. Enhanced by DIGI+ VRM with 6-phase Super Alloy Power for reliable digital power delivery, and the intuitive GPU Tweak utility for easy adjustments and gameplay streaming, this card is built for efficiency and reliability.
$369.00
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Owner Satisfaction
4.0
/ 5
Category Rank
1574
/ 2082
#1574 in Desktop GPU
Price vs Category Average
-73%
Below average
Brand
ASUS
/ ASUS
Who it's for
- Users prioritizing a quiet PC experience for everyday tasks and light gaming
- Budget gamers seeking solid 1080p performance for older or less demanding titles
- PC builders mindful of power consumption and heat generation
Who should skip it
- Gamers playing VRAM-intensive titles or aiming for higher resolutions
- Enthusiasts expecting high frame rates and fidelity in demanding new games
- Users wanting cutting-edge graphics technologies and future-proof gaming capabilities
Key Specs
Brand
ASUS
Model
STRIX-GTX970-DC2OC-4GD5
Interface
PCI Express 3.0
Chipset Manufacturer
NVIDIA
GPU Series
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 900 Series
GPU
GeForce GTX 970
Core Clock
1114 MHz
Boost Clock
1253 MHz
Features
- Factory-overclocked core for enhanced performance
- DirectCU II cooling with 0dB fan technology
- Silent operation during light gaming
- 30% cooler and 3X quieter performance
- DIGI+ VRM with 6-phase Super Alloy Power
- Precise digital power for efficiency and reliability
- GPU Tweak for intuitive adjustments
- GPU Tweak Streaming for real-time sharing
What customers say
Customers consistently praised the GeForce GTX 970 Strix by ASUS for its exceptional quality and quiet operation. Many highlighted the effective cooling system, which allowed the card to run silently even under load, significantly enhancing the user experience. Its robust build contributed to a sense of reliability, making it a dependable choice for gaming and general use during its prime. Users appreciated the thoughtful design that prioritized a quiet and stable performance, solidifying its reputation as a well engineered component. This focus on quiet efficiency and solid construction resonated strongly with consumers.
Know before you buy
The 0dB technology allows the fans to stop spinning completely during light gaming or low-load tasks, providing a silent environment. They only engage once the GPU temperature reaches a specific threshold, ensuring quiet operation when you aren't pushing the card to its limits.
Yes, the card features a versatile selection of outputs, including one HDMI, one DisplayPort, and two DVI ports. It supports a maximum resolution of 4096 x 2160, making it capable of handling high-resolution displays.
Yes, this card requires an 8-pin power connector from your power supply. It is recommended to have a power supply capable of handling a total system power consumption of at least 225W to ensure stable performance.
Absolutely. The included GPU Tweak utility provides an intuitive interface for you to manually adjust clock speeds, voltages, and fan performance to suit your specific cooling or performance needs.
Yes, the GeForce GTX 970 Strix is SLI-ready, meaning you can link it with another compatible card to boost your graphical processing power if your motherboard and power supply support the configuration.
The DIGI+ VRM with 6-phase Super Alloy Power is designed to provide precise digital power to the GPU. This results in higher efficiency, reduced electrical noise, and increased reliability, which helps maintain stability during intense gaming sessions.
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