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Introduction ................................................................................................................................................... 1
Method .......................................................................................................................................................... 5
Performance data ...................................................................................................................................... 5
Price data................................................................................................................................................... 5
Personal knowledge .................................................................................................................................. 5
Results ........................................................................................................................................................... 9
Prices (as of 19NOV13) ................................................................................................................................ 9
Performance ................................................................................................................................................ 10
Model ...................................................................................................................................................... 10
Interface .................................................................................................................................................. 10
Chipset .................................................................................................................................................... 10
Memory ................................................................................................................................................... 10
3D API .................................................................................................................................................... 11
Ports ........................................................................................................................................................ 11
General .................................................................................................................................................... 11
Features ................................................................................................................................................... 11
TOP-selected edition ........................................................................................................................... 11
Prices (as of 19NOV13) .............................................................................................................................. 13
Performance ................................................................................................................................................ 13
Model ...................................................................................................................................................... 13
Interface .................................................................................................................................................. 13
Chipset .................................................................................................................................................... 13
Memory ................................................................................................................................................... 14
3D API .................................................................................................................................................... 14
Ports ........................................................................................................................................................ 14
General .................................................................................................................................................... 14
Features ................................................................................................................................................... 14
GPU Tweak:........................................................................................................................................ 14
Conclusion .................................................................................................................................................. 19
Recommendation ........................................................................................................................................ 23
Index ........................................................................................................................................................... 25
Introduction
Introduction
The purpose of this report is to compare and contrast the most popular computer graphics cards for AMD
Radeon and Nvidia GeForce. This report provides statistical comparisons that will provide insight for the
PC enthusiast in search of the best graphics card upgrade for their computer. Our team has chosen the 2
graphics cards that are the most popular for each manufacturer. We chose the GeForce GTX 780 Ti and
the Radeon R9 280X. Common concerns when searching for a new graphics card are performance, price
and reliability. Each card has been researched to provide statistical evidence regarding these common
concerns. The graphics cards are ranked in each category as well as a data sheet containing detailed
descriptions of the cards specifications.
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Method
Method
Method
Method
Performance data
Our group was unable to procure either of the cards in the study to get direct benchmark test results. The
primary method of data was from specifications obtained through the Newegg.com specification pages for
the respective graphics cards. Newegg.com is an industry leader in personal computer components and
reference and has been operating since 2001. We also obtained benchmark data from hwcompare.com
(hardwarecompare). Hardwarecompare has benchmark data on nearly every card currently in production
with a comparison tool to quickly match up two different graphics cards.
Price data
Prices were taken directly off of several major retailer websites. The retailers used were Newegg.com,
Wal-Mart, Best Buy and Amazon.com. The price for the graphics cards was recorded on 19 November,
2013 from each of the retail sites.
Personal knowledge
Each of the members of the research group has extensive knowledge of graphics cards by personally
building their home computers into gaming and graphics powerhouses. Several years of reading industry
news and collaboration with others with interest in PC building and optimization has given our team
insight into the minutia of the data.
Results
Results
Results
Results
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Performance
DirectCU II achieves 20% lower temps with direct-contact copper heatpipes, plus 3X quieter and
6X more powerful twin 100mm fan operation.
Exclusive CoolTech Fan drives wider airflow to keep critical components cool.
Top-selected 1070MHz cores run 70MHz higher than reference for smoother gameplay.
DIGI+ VRM with 12-phase Super Alloy Power delivers precise digital power for superior
efficiency, reliability, and performance.
GPU Tweak helps you modify clock speeds, voltages, fan performance and more, all via an
intuitive interface.
Model
Brand
ASUS
Model
R9280X-DC2T-3GD5
Interface
Interface
Chipset
Chipset Manufacturer
AMD
GPU
Radeon R9 280X
Core Clock
1070MHz
Stream Processors
Memory
Effective Memory Clock
6400MHz
Memory Size
3GB
Memory Interface
384-bit
Memory Type
GDDR5
Results
11
3D API
DirectX
DirectX 11.2
OpenGL
OpenGL 4.3
Ports
HDMI
1 x HDMI
DisplayPort
1 x DisplayPort
DVI
1 x DVI-I
1 x DVI-D
General
Eyefinity Support
Yes
CrossFireX Support
Yes
Cooler
With Fan
Slot Width
Dual Slot
HDCP Ready
Yes
Card Dimensions
Features
TOP-selected edition
-TOP-selected 1070MHz core - 70MHz higher than reference for smoother gameplay.
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PCIE 3.0
-Delivers double the bandwidth per lane of PCIe Gen 2 for faster GPU - CPU communication.
Results
13
Performance
The GeForce GTX 780 Ti is designed with improvement in every aspect performance, power
efficiency, stability, acoustics and build quality to take your gaming experience to the next
level. With 2880 CUDA Cores 25% more than its predecessor, gigantic 3GB GDDR5 memory
clocking at 7010MHz effective frequency and exciting new technologies, the GeForce 780 Ti
gives you the performance to play every title at ultra settings and max resolutions on todays
highest-definition displays.
Model
Brand
ASUS
Model
GTX780TI-3GD5
Interface
Interface
Chipset
Chipset Manufacturer
NVIDIA
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GPU
Core Clock
875MHz
Boost Clock
928MHz
CUDA Cores
2880
Memory
Effective Memory Clock
7000MHz
Memory Size
3GB
Memory Interface
384-bit
Memory Type
GDDR5
3D API
DirectX
DirectX 11.2
OpenGL
OpenGL 4.4
Ports
HDMI
1 x HDMI
DisplayPort
1 x DisplayPort
DVI
1 x DVI-I
1 x DVI-D
General
3D VISION Game Ready
Yes
SLI Support
SLI Ready
Yes
HDCP Ready
Yes
Card Dimensions
Features
GPU Tweak:
-GPU Tweak Utility with Streaming provides Real-time and intuitive tweaking. Online-streaming
function lets you share gameplay live-so people can watch as you play!
Results
15
Conclusion
Conclusion
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17
Conclusion
19
Conclusion
Asus AMD Radeon R9 280X 3GB GDDR5 and the Asus GeForce GTX 780 Ti 3GB both have great data
to support buying the cards. The Asus GeForce GTX 780 Ti 3GB is more powerful but the price point of
the Asus AMD Radeon R9 280X 3GB GDDR5 is much lower and is considerable enough to warrant
consideration. The GeForce GTX 780 Ti edges out the Radeon R9 280X by a considerable margin on
pure graphics processing power. The benchmarks indicate a staggering 93% speed in rendering above the
Radeon R9 280X as well as the ability to run at higher resolutions at a minimum 30 frames per second.
The Radeon R9 280X is considerably less expensive and uses less power. The price at Newegg.com is
more than 50% less than the GeForce GTX 780 Ti card. Consider the Geforce graphics card if you want
better performance or consider the Radeon card if you value a cheaper alternative. Additionally, the AMD
Radeon cards are rumored to be submitting a patch to their drivers that support Microsoft Mantle which is
profoundly more efficient at utilizing graphics card resources. This increase in efficiency correlates
directly with a graphics cards performance. The question that remains is how long will it take to roll out
these new Radeon drivers and how long can we wait to upgrade?
Recommendation
Recommendation
21
Recommendation
23
Recommendation
Our team hands down recommends the Asus GeForce GTX 780 Ti 3GB. The current drivers on both
cards give the Geforce GTX 780 TI a considerable edge. Although the price is twice as much as the
Radeon R9 280X, the power to price point is considerable enough to warrant the purchase. The PC games
are much better viewed at maximum resolution and texture levels which cannot be attained by the Radeon
R9 card with the current drivers.
Winner ribbon
Index
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Index
AMD, 1, 9, 10, 11, 12, 19
Asus, 9, 12, 13, 19, 21, 23
Conclusion, 17, 19
data, 1, 5, 19
GeForce, 1, 13, 14, 19, 21, 23
manufacturer, 1
Model, 10, 13
NVIDIA, 14, 15
Performance, 5, 10, 13
Price, 5
Recommendation, 23