ASUS STRIX GTX 960

ASUS NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960 STRIX 2GB GDDR5 STRIX-GTX960-DC2OC-2GD5

ASUS NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960 STRIX 2GB GDDR5 STRIX-GTX960-DC2OC-2GD5

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  • ASUS Strix GeForce GTX 960 with factory-overclocked core delivers cool and silent gaming experiences
  • 1291MHz factory-overclocked GPU
  • 1317MHz GPU boost clock in OC mode
  • DirectCU with 0dB fan technology lets you enjoy light games in complete silence, and hardcore gaming 30% cooler with 3X-quieter performance!
  • Premium alloys in power delivery components defeat heat for cards that run 15% faster and last 2.5 times longer than reference.
  • GPU Tweak helps you modify clock speeds, voltages, fan performance and more, all via an intuitive interface.
  • GPU Tweak with XSplit Gamecaster: Real-time and intuitive GPU clock boost, and live-stream your gameplay instantly

Specifications Overview

Model
  • STRIX-GTX960-DC2OC-2GD5
  • 90YV07N1-M0NA00
Release Date January 2015

* First availability for purchase, it may not correspond to the actual market launch date.

Series NVIDIA GeForce GTX 900 Series
GPU Interface PCIe x16
GPU Chipset GeForce GTX 960
GPU Memory Size 2 GB
GPU Memory Type GDDR5
GPU Memory Interface 128-Bit
GPU Clock Rate 1230 MHz
GPU Boost Clock Rate 1290 MHz
OpenGL OpenGL 4.4
TDP 120 W
Length 215 mm
Cooling Type 2 Fans
Power Connectors 1 PCIe 6-pin
SLI Support
CrossFire Support
DVI-D (Dual Link) 0
DVI-I (Dual Link) 1
DisplayPort 3
HDMI 1
G-SYNC Support
FreeSync Support
Expansion slots required 2

Pros

  • Fans turn off in idle and light gaming
  • Very quiet during gaming
  • Excellent cooling system
  • Good overclocking potential
  • HDMI 2.0
  • Great efficiency

Cons

  • Small performance increase over previous generations

ASUS STRIX GTX 960 Performance comparison with similar Graphics Cards

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GPU Gaming Performance (Rasterization)

GeForce GTX 1650 G5 (73rd)
126%
Arc A380 (74th)
123%
Quadro P2000 (75th)
120%
Radeon RX 470 (75th)
120%
Radeon RX 6400 (76th)
117%
Radeon R9 380X (77th)
111%
Radeon R9 280X (78th)
102%
Radeon R9 380 (79th)
~
GeForce GTX 770 (79th)
~
GeForce GTX 960 (79th)
100%
GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (80th)
85%
Radeon R9 270X (81st)
82%
GeForce GTX 1050 (82nd)
79%
GeForce GTX 760 (83rd)
76%
GeForce GTX 950 (83rd)
76%
GeForce GTX 1630 (83rd)
76%
Quadro P1000 (84th)
73%
Radeon R7 370 (85th)
64%
Radeon RX 560 (85th)
64%
Radeon RX 550 - 512 (85th)
64%
* Performance data is based on tests performed by Gamers Nexus, Linus Tech Tips, Hardware Unboxed, TechSpot and other trustworthy sources.

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Description

  • Graphics Engine

    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960

  • Bus Standard

    PCI Express 3.0

  • Video Memory

    GDDR5 2GB

  • Engine Clock

    OC Mode - GPU Boost Clock : 1317 MHZ , GPU Base Clock : 1253 MHz
    Gaming Mode - GPU Boost Clock : 1291 MHZ , GPU Base Clock : 1228 MHz

  • CUDA Core

    1024

  • Memory Clock

    7200 MHz ( GDDR5 )

  • Memory Interface

    128-bit

  • Interface

    DVI Output : Yes x 1 (DVI-I)
    HDMI Output : Yes x 1 (HDMI 2.0)
    Display Port : Yes x 3 (Regular DP)
    HDCP Support : Yes

  • Accessories

    1 x DVI to VGA adaptor
    1 x STRIX Laser Sticker

  • Software

    ASUS GPU Tweak & Driver

  • Dimensions

    8.47 " x 4.77 " x 1.61 " Inch
    21.52 x 12.12 x4.09 Centimeter

  • Note

    • To have the best cooling performance, ASUS STRIX-GTX960-DC2OC-2GD5 extends the fansink to 2 slots. Please double check you Chassis and Motherboard dimension prior to purchase to make sure it fits in your system!
    • Note that the actual boost clock will vary depending on actual system conditions. For more information, please visit https://www.geforce.com/



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