The GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER WINDFORCE OC 8G Graphics Card (model: GV-N208SWF3OC-8GD) is a high-performance GPU, based on NVIDIA’s Turing architecture. Below is a detailed overview of its key features and specifications:Key Features

• GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER (TU104 chip).
• Memory: 8GB GDDR6 with a 256-bit memory interface, offering a bandwidth of 495.9 GB/s and a memory speed of 15.5 Gbps.
• Core Clock:
  • Base Clock: 1650 MHz
  • Boost Clock: 1830 MHz (overclocked, compared to the reference card’s 1815 MHz).
• CUDA Cores: 3072, with 192 TMUs, 64 ROPs, 384 Tensor Cores, and 48 RT Cores for real-time ray tracing and AI-enhanced graphics.
• Cooling System: WINDFORCE 3X with three 82mm fans featuring alternate spinning to reduce turbulence and improve airflow. Includes 5 composite copper heat pipes, direct GPU contact, and a 3D Active Fan for semi-passive cooling (fans off during low load for silent operation).
• Build: Metal backplate for durability and aesthetics, with extreme durability features like over-temperature protection, load-balanced MOSFETs, and Ultra Durable certified components.
• Outputs: 1x HDMI 2.0, 3x DisplayPort 1.4a
• Power Requirements: 250W TDP, requires a 600W PSU with 1x 8-pin and 1x 6-pin PCIe power connectors.
• Dimensions: Approximately 286.51mm (length) x 114mm (height) x 50mm (width), occupying a triple-slot design.
• Supported Technologies:
  • Real-time ray tracing for realistic lighting, reflections, and shadows.
  • NVIDIA Turing architecture with AI-enhanced Tensor Cores.
  • DirectX 12 Ultimate, OpenGL 4.6, OpenCL 3.0, Vulkan 1.3, CUDA 7.5.
  • NVIDIA NVLink (SLI) support for multi-GPU setups.
  • VR-ready with NVIDIA VRWorks for low-latency, immersive VR experiences.
  • G-SYNC support for smooth, tear-free gaming.
• Additional Features:
  • AORUS Engine software for real-time clock speed, voltage, and fan control.
  • RGB lighting (on some models, e.g., AORUS variants) with RGB Fusion 2.0 for synchronization with other AORUS devices.

Performance

• The RTX 2080 SUPER is positioned as a high-end GPU, offering excellent performance for 1440p and 4K gaming. It ranks around 30th in GPU gaming performance (rasterization), comparable to the RTX 3070 or Radeon RX 6750 XT, but slightly below the RTX 2080 Ti or RX 6800.
• It supports real-time ray tracing and DLSS (Deep Learning Super Sampling) for enhanced visuals and performance in supported games.
• Theoretical performance includes:
  • Pixel Rate: 117.1 GPixel/s
  • Texture Rate: 351.4 GTexel/s
  • FP32 (float): 11.24 TFLOPS
• Suitable for high-resolution gaming, VR, and AI development due to its 3072 CUDA cores and Tensor Core support.

Considerations

• Pros:
  • Strong performance for 1440p/4K gaming and VR.
  • Efficient cooling with the WINDFORCE 3X system, ensuring lower temperatures and quiet operation.
  • Durable build with a metal backplate and high-quality components.
  • Supports advanced features like ray tracing, DLSS, and NVLink.
• Cons:
  • Triple-slot design and 250W TDP require a robust PSU and sufficient case space.

RecommendationThe GIGABYTE RTX 2080 SUPER WINDFORCE OC is a solid choice for high-end gaming and creative workloads if found at a reasonable price. 

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