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ASUS Exclusive Innovation

DirectCU II with SSU architecture
20% cooler, 3X quieter
ASUS graphics card engineering leads the industry once again with the introduction of DirectCU II SSU thermal design. Comprising two ?S? and one ?U? shapes, the new heatpipes are precision shaped for optimal efficiency and heat transference. They are also nickel-plated to minimize oxidization, with their mid-section now placed directly over the GPU die. This design shortens heat transfer travel to lower thermal resistance and create bi-directional flow for up to twice the cooling capacity in the same space as that required by existing graphics card cooler designs. High-conductivity copper used in heatpipe formulation creates tube-like vapor chambers, moving heat to a large aluminum heatsink that features extended fins for multiple points of dissipation. The assembly is further chilled by two high performance but carefully-tuned and sound-dampened fans for faster and quieter cooling.
TOP-Selected 1120 MHz core

1120 MHz engine clock for better performance and outstanding gaming experience

DIGI+ VRM with Super Alloy Power
30% less power noise and 2.5X greater durability
Acclaimed DIGI+ VRM has been applied via a 8-phase power design that uses digital voltage regulators to minimize power noise by 30%, enhance power efficiency by 15%, widen voltage modulation tolerance, and improve overall stability and longevity by 2.5 times over reference.
GPU Tweak

Real-time intuitive graphics tuning
Shows detailed specs and actual card status with GPU-Z
Sync GPU clocks and voltages for easier overclocking
Monitoring widget provides real-time detailed multi-parameter info
2D/3D switcher locks cards in 3D mode for higher benchmarks
Automatically checks and updates drivers and BIOS versions
Stream on-screen action to the web in full HD

2GB GDDR5 Memory
On-board memory for the best gaming experience & the best resolution
Graphics GPU Features
Powered by AMD Radeon™ R9 270

AMD Eyefinity™Technology
Extend the view across up to 6displays to immerse yourself ingameplay and entertainment

CrossFire X Support
Multi-GPU technology for extreme performance.
AMD HD3D

Immerse in stereoscopic 3D gaming and get up close and personal with your favorite stars while watching Blu-ray 3D. AMD HD3D is also designed for professionals who create complex visual effects and detailed data visualizations.

PCI Express 3.0
Delivers double the bandwidth per lane of PCIe 2.0 for faster GPU-CPU communication.
Microsoft DirectX 11.2 API

Brings new levels of visual realism to gaming on the PC and get top-notch performance.

GPU Tweak
Tweak and tune like a PRO
Overclocking is made real-time and intuitive with ASUS GPU Tweak utility. It not only allows you to optimize clock speeds, voltage and fan speeds on up to four graphics cards independently or simultaneously, you can also select between GPU Tweak?s Standard or Advanced modes depending on your level of experience. On top of these exciting tools, ASUS gives you more:

Sync GPU clocks and voltages for easier overclocking
Automatically check and update driver and BIOS versions
Get detailed specs and actual card status with GPU-Z
2D/3D switcher can lock the card in 3D for higher benchmarks
Monitoring widget provides detailed multi-parameter info

GPU clock and voltage sync and Disable 2D functions are not applicable on GTX 600 cards.
Super Alloy Power

15% performance boost, 2.5 times longer lifespan, 35?C cooler operation
The new and exclusive Super Alloy Power technology on ASUS graphics cards uses a special alloy formula which is highly-magnetic, heat-resistant and anti-corrosive. It delivers a more stable and quieter operation compared to the reference design ? a welcome bonus sought after by performance seekers.
15% Performance Boost

During overclocking, the Super Hybrid Engine acts as an intelligent controller to switch between high and low intensity power profiles in real time for 15% performance boost*.

2.5X Longer Lifespan
Super Alloy Capacitor increases the card?s lifespan to 150,000 hours which is 2.5 times longer* than traditional capacitors.

35?C Cooler Operations
Super Alloy components are reinforced with special alloy formula and manufactured under high temperature and pressure to deliver stable and noise-free operation.

DirectCU
Direct cooling for 20% cooler than reference
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If the GPU is the heart of a graphics card, then the cooling device would be its lungs. Without it, the graphics card would not be able to "breath" smoothly, causing it to break down or even cause the entire system to fail. For ultimate cooling, ASUS DirectCU thermal technology developed the ideal heat banishing copper in exclusively designed heat pipes for direct and fast heat dissipation.

ASUS DirectCU technology
Thick copper heatpipes are accurately positioned in direct contact with the GPU surface so heat is transported and dissipated efficiently to the heatsink - achieving a 20% cooler performance than reference. Since heat is carried away faster, fans can spin at a lower speed thus resulting in quieter performance than reference.
Other brands

An extra metal plate is placed between the heatpipes and GPU, slowing down heat transfer to the heatsink. Due to temperature build-up, the fan has to spin faster, leading to louder operating noise.

Graphics Engine
AMD Radeon R9 270X
Bus Standard
PCI Express 3.0
Video Memory
GDDR5 2GB
Engine Clock
1120 MHz
Memory Clock
5600 MHz ( 1400 MHz GDDR5 )
Memory Interface
256-bit
Resolution
D-Sub Max Resolution : 2048x1536
DVI Max Resolution : 2560x1600
Interface
D-Sub Output : Yes x 1 (via DVI to D-Sub adaptor x 1)
DVI Output : Yes x 2
HDMI Output : Yes x 1
Display Port : Yes x 1 (Regular DP)
HDCP Support : Yes
Accessories
1 x DVI to D-Sub adaptor
1 x CrossFire cable
Software
ASUS Utilities & Driver
ASUS Features
DirectCU Series
TOP Series
Super Alloy Power
Dimensions
10.7 " x 5.24 " x 1.578 " Inch
Note
•Specifications are subject to change without notice.
•PCB color and bundled software versions are change without notice.
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