As we featured yesterday, the new Nvidia Geforce GTX 680 officially arrived in stores, ready for an eager public to get their hands on these super-fast, pimped-up graphics cards.
Well, Dutch website Hardware.info did better than just purchasing one of the $500 cards; they were able to acquire four of these monsters to test in Quad-SLI. Posting the results for all to see on their website, they provided a comprehensive look at the performance capabilities of these cards when used in tandem. Watch the video after the jump to see Geforce GTX 680 Quad-SLI in action.
Specifications and Features
To recap, the Nvidia Geforce GTX 680 graphics cards are equipped with 2 GB GDDR5 RAM, a 1006 MHz base clock, a 1058 MHz boost clock, and a 1502 MHz memory clock frequency. The card also includes 2x DVI, 1x HDMI, and 1x DisplayPort 1.2. These specifications make the GTX 680 a powerhouse for gaming and other graphics-intensive applications.
The GTX 680 is based on Nvidia’s Kepler architecture, which focuses on delivering high performance while maintaining energy efficiency. This architecture allows for better performance per watt compared to previous generations, making it an attractive option for gamers and professionals alike.
Benchmarking and Performance
Hardware.info conducted extensive benchmarking tests to evaluate the performance of the GTX 680 in Quad-SLI configuration. They tested the setup at both 1920×1080 (Full HD) and 5760×1080 (3x Full HD) resolutions. The games were tested with normal settings and on the highest available settings with 4x AA when possible. This comprehensive testing approach ensures that the results are relevant for a wide range of gaming scenarios.
“All benchmarks were run at 1920×1080 (Full HD) and 5760×1080 (3x Full HD). In both resolutions, we tested the games with normal settings and on the highest available settings with 4x AA when possible”
The results showed that the GTX 680 in Quad-SLI configuration delivers exceptional performance, handling even the most demanding games with ease. For example, in games like Battlefield 3 and The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim, the Quad-SLI setup provided smooth gameplay at ultra settings, even at the higher 5760×1080 resolution. This level of performance is particularly beneficial for gamers who use multi-monitor setups or who demand the highest graphical fidelity.
In addition to gaming, the GTX 680’s capabilities extend to other graphics-intensive tasks such as video editing, 3D rendering, and virtual reality applications. The card’s robust performance ensures that it can handle these tasks efficiently, making it a versatile choice for both gamers and professionals.
You can check out the full test and results over on the Hardware.info website.
Source: Verge
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