Gigabyte GeForce GTX 970 GV-N970IX-4GD

Shorty but nimble

As a high performance graphics card with 4 GB of memory, the GeForce GTX 970 generates only 145 watts of heat, which allows it to be effectively cooled even with a compact cooler with a single fan. It was Gigabyte that managed to create one of the most successful mini-versions of the GTX 970 with a length of only 17 cm. The main scope of shortened video cards is gaming PCs of the Mini-ITX form factor (another name is Steam Machine).

Profitable investment

However, nothing prevents the Gigabyte GeForce GTX 970 Mini Gaming from being used in regular MiniTower and MidiTower computers. Moreover, now it is one of the most affordable versions of the GTX 970 – only $ 330. Compactness did not affect temperatures, noise and performance at all. The fan has a diameter of 90 mm, and the heatsink is made of three copper tubes and numerous aluminium fins. As a result, the GTX 970 Mini Gaming even got a decent factory overclock.

High and Ultra

What is the GeForce GTX 970 capable of in demanding games? At FullHD resolution, all heavyweight games up to 2014 inclusive give out 60+ fps on ultra-graphics settings. In the novelties of 2015-2016, the settings will probably have to be lowered to high, which, however, is also a very good result. And if you are willing to play at medium settings, then you can even buy a GTX 970 paired with a monitor with 2K resolution.