Asus Boasts One More Graphics Adapter with a Two-Slot Cooler

Asus has replenished its graphics card series based on Kepler architecture with a brand variation of one-chip GeForce GTX 680 adapter. Brand Asus GeForce GTX 680 card has been developed on an original in design circuit board and is notable by the doubled to 4GB GDDR5 memory capacity. Nevertheless, the most outstanding characteristic of a new product is the implementation of a two-slot cooling system, codenamed DirectCU II. Earlier Asus equipped its GeForce GTX 680 adapters with three-slot coolers.

The company decided to concentrate mainly on the introduction of an uncommon cooling system, leaving all frequency showings identical to the recommended by Nvidia index. Thus, graphics core operates at 1006 MHz frequency, while memory module works at 6008 MHz. Memory chips are soldered on both sides of the circuit board. The reverse side of PCB is covered by an aluminum plate that is in direct contact with GDDR5 chips.

Some IT professionals dare assuming that the rejection of three-slot cooler and transfer to two-slot system will result in the heightened noise level. This is going to add some decibel on conditions of increased loading.

One more peculiar feature ascribed to Asus GeForce GTX 680 4GB graphics card is its nominal delivery kit. The primary price per set is estimated at $520, but Asus is going to deliver some sets along with an advance gaming package which includes a few games (Splinter Cell, R.U.S.E., Assassin's Creed III, and some others). This might result in the growth of nominal price.