Manufacturer’s Description
The MSI R7970 Lightning is the heir to the throne of Lightning graphics cards. Equipped with AMD's 28 nm Radeon HD 7970 GPU, the MSI R7970 Lightning features an Unlocked Digital Power Architecture that incorporates an Unlocked BIOS, Digital PWM Controller, and Enhanced Power Design to boost overclocking potential to new heights and make overclocking easier than ever. In an industry first, the exclusive "GPU Reactor" power supply module reduces power supply noise and also boosts overclocking stability as well. To keep this beast cool, the MSI R7970 Lightning utilizes the Twin Frozr IV Thermal Design equipped with Dust Removal Technology. The dual 10 cm fans with Propeller Blade Technology generate massive airflow for fast heat dissipation while remaining whisper silent. The two form-in-one heat sinks improve cooling for memory and the power supply module as well ensure structural integrity. The R7970 Lightning uses Military Class III components which have passed rigorous third-party testing to meet MIL-STD-810G standards, guaranteeing the card's stability and reliability under actual use conditions. Moreover, the "3X3 OC Kits" are designed to simplify overclocking, which makes it easier than ever for enthusiasts to fine-tune the performance of their graphics cards. For both professional users and gaming enthusiasts alike, the R7970 Lightning's ability to simultaneously run 6 displays makes it the natural choice!
The Specs
| Memory | |
|---|---|
| Effective Memory Clock Speed | 5600 MHz |
| Memory Technology | GDDR5 SDRAM |
| Installed Video Memory | 3 GB |
| Additional Specifications | |
| Green Compliance | Yes |
| Number of DisplayPort Output | 4 |
| Number of DVI Output | 2 |
| Analog Signal | Yes |
| Thickness | 1.6" |
| Digital Signal | Yes |
| Chipset Line | Radeon |
| Chipset Series | HD 7000 |
| RAMDAC Speed | 400 MHz |
| Product Model | R7970 LIGHTNING |
| Bus Width | 384 bit |
| Front Camera | MSI |
| Brand Name | MSI |
| Software Included | MSI Live Update Series (Live Graphics Card BIOS & Live Graphics Card Driver) MSI Graphics Card Driver MSI StarOSD MSI Dual Core Center MSI Live Adobe Acrobat Reader Microsoft DirectX Norton Internet Security 2008 60 Days Trial |
| Quick Glance | |
| Installed Memory | 3000 |
| Slot Type | PCI-Express 3.0 x16 |
| Interface Type | DisplayPort Yes|DVI Yes |
| Functionality | AMD HD3D Technology|Stream Technology|HDCP Yes|CrossFire |
| Video Chipset | AMD Radeon HD 7970 |
| Compatibility | |
| Slot/Port Type | PCI-Express 3.0 x16 |
| System Type | PC |
| Connectivity and Additional Features | |
| Interface Connection | DisplayPort Yes|DVI Yes |
| Cooler Type | Passive Cooler |
| Functionality | AMD HD3D Technology|Stream Technology|HDCP Yes|CrossFire |
| Dimensions | |
| Height | 5.3 in |
| Width | 1.6" |
| More Info | |
| URL | http://www.msicomputer.com |
| Graphics Chipset | |
| Core Clock Speed | 1070 MHz |
| Video Chipset | AMD Radeon HD 7970 |
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