On-Screen Display server has been upgraded to version 5.0.1:.Precision X 4.1.0 allows you to fine tune your graphics card, including GPU Clock speed, Memory Clock speed, Fan speed, Voltage and much more. EVGA uses the same construction and same cooling ducting as XFX, but uses a much more robust fan.EVGA has announced the latest update to its Precision X overclocking software. I own both brands of EVGA and XFX 9800 GTX cards. Properly maintained and cooled 9800 gtx cards will last much longer. I used the Antec 300 series and never had an issue with fitment or airflow to the card.Īverage life span of thease cards without proper cooling or fan regulation is between 2-3 years. Also THIS CARD IS BIG, ensure you have a nice case to acomidate. Other thaughts: The stock cooling for thease cards is more then sufficent with max fan settings, under load my xfx and evga 9800 gtx cards operate between 46c and 52c. Companies like XFX will send you an ati card if you RMA. Another small con is simply that the manufactuers of thease cards are no longer able to replace them.

This is easily fixed by using a program such as EVGA precision and setting the fan speed to 100% for what its worth tho all the 9800 gtx manufactuers had this issue! After market cooling or fan controling software will ensure long life. If left unchecked the card will develop temp issues and heat damage. If your looking for a relible preforming video card this is your pick! You can only get them used now adays but they are worth the hastle.Ĭons: Unfortunataly the 9800 GTX series cards have one flaw that was never fixed. Pros: This is a SOLID card! its based off the 8800 core and keeps up with almoast all modern games.

Using evga precision x 16