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MSI GeForce GTX 760 Review | 118 Data compared

Avg. price:~£35VRAM:2 GBMemory bus width:256 bitThermal Design Power (TDP):170 W

MSI GeForce GTX 760 Review: Compare 118 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Graphics cards category and whether it is worth buying.

MSI GeForce GTX 760
4.3/10

Overall score

Score
4.3/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the graphics card's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best graphics cards on the market.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 94% of models
Score components

90%

3.8

Technical score

10%

8.0

User score

â–¼Worse than 94% of graphics cards
6.0

Value for money

Value for money
6.0/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the graphics card's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a graphics card that offers a strong balance of performance, features, and price.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
Score components

70%

4.3

Overall score

30%

10

Price

â–¼Worse than 91%
3.8

Technical score

Technical score
3.8/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Graphics cards category across these key areas: Performance, Memory, Platform & Features, Connectivity & Media, Power & Cooling, Design.
When it matters
When you want to compare graphics cards based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
Score components

44%

1.8

Performance

24%

3.2

Memory

12%

8.1

Power & Cooling

11%

6.1

Platform & Features

5%

7.6

Design

4%

6.5

Connectivity & Media

â–¼Worse than 95%
8.0

User score

User score
8.0/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the graphics card.
When it matters
When you want to understand how a graphics card performs in real use and how reliable it is in terms of performance, temperatures, noise, stability, and long-term ownership.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 60% of models
Score components

70%

8.5

User ratings

30%

6.9

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–²Better than 60%
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Technical Specifications of graphics card MSI GeForce GTX 760

Technical score
Technical score
3.8/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Graphics cards category across these key areas: Performance, Memory, Platform & Features, Connectivity & Media, Power & Cooling, Design.
When it matters
When you want to compare graphics cards based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
Score components:

44%

1.8

Performance

24%

3.2

Memory

12%

8.1

Power & Cooling

11%

6.1

Platform & Features

5%

7.6

Design

4%

6.5

Connectivity & Media

3.8
User score
User score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the graphics card.
When it matters
When you want to understand how a graphics card performs in real use and how reliable it is in terms of performance, temperatures, noise, stability, and long-term ownership.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 60% of models
Score components

70%

8.5

User ratings

30%

6.9

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
8.0
Popularity
Popularity
6.9/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the graphics card.
When it matters
When you prefer a graphics card that has already been chosen and reviewed by many other users.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 65% of models
Popularity:
MSI GeForce GTX 760 has a popularity score of 6.9 points, which is higher than that of 65% of products in this category.
6.9
Value for money
Value for money
6.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the graphics card's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a graphics card that offers a strong balance of performance, features, and price.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
Score components:

70%

4.3

Overall score

30%

10

Price

6.0
3DMark Time Spy benchmark score
1,700 points
Market range: <4k points – >34k points
This graphics card scores 1,700 points in 3DMark Time Spy, which is lower than 96.4% of graphics cards and equal to 0.2% of graphics cards.
3DMark Port Royal score
0 points
Market range: <0 points – >25k points
This graphics card scores 0 points in 3DMark Port Royal, which is lower than 83.2% of graphics cards and equal to 16.8% of graphics cards.
PassMark (G3D) result
5,053 points
Market range: <7.7k points – >36k points
This graphics card scores 5,053 points in PassMark G3D, which is lower than 93.6% of graphics cards.
PassMark (DirectCompute) result
2,159 points
Market range: <3.1k points – >26.3k points
This graphics card scores 2,159 points in PassMark DirectCompute, which is lower than 94.4% of graphics cards.
Floating-point performance
2.65 TFLOPS
Market range: <4.38 TFLOPS – >57.42 TFLOPS
This graphics card delivers 2.65 TFLOPS floating-point performance, which is lower than that of 93.4% of graphics cards and equal to that of 0.1% of graphics cards.
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VRAM
2 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >24 GB
This graphics card has 2 GB of VRAM, which is less than 94.5% of graphics cards and equal to 3.8% of graphics cards.
Memory type
GDDR5
GDDR version
GDDR5
This graphics card uses GDDR5 memory, which is older than on 85.9% of graphics cards and equal to 13.2% of graphics cards.
Memory bus width
256 bit
Market range: <64 bit – >384 bit
This graphics card uses a 256 bit memory bus, which is wider than that of 49.7% of graphics cards and equal to that of 35.9% of graphics cards.
Maximum memory bandwidth
192.2 GB/s
Market range: <168 GB/s – >960 GB/s
This graphics card reaches 192.2 GB/s memory bandwidth, which is lower than that of 86.7% of graphics cards and equal to that of 0.6% of graphics cards.
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PCI Express (PCIe) version
3
This graphics card supports PCIe 3, which is older than on 77.7% of graphics cards and equal to 20.3% of graphics cards.
PCIe lanes
x16
This graphics card uses x16 PCIe lanes, which is more than 23.4% of graphics cards and equal to 76.6% of graphics cards.
DirectX version
12
This graphics card supports DirectX 12, which is older than on 81.8% of graphics cards and equal to 16.9% of graphics cards.
Vulkan version
1.2
This graphics card supports Vulkan 1.2, which is older than on 95.1% of graphics cards and equal to 3.7% of graphics cards.
OpenGL version
4.6
This graphics card supports OpenGL 4.6, which is more advanced than on 1.9% of graphics cards and equal to 98.1% of graphics cards.
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Max displays supported
4
Market range: <4 – >4
This graphics card supports up to 4 displays, which is more than 8.3% of graphics cards and equal to 88.9% of graphics cards.
Max digital resolution
4096x2160
This graphics card supports a maximum digital resolution of 4096x2160, which is lower than that of 92.6% of graphics cards and equal to that of 4.4% of graphics cards.
DisplayPort outputs
1
Market range: <1 – >3
This graphics card offers 1 DisplayPort outputs, which is fewer than 88.7% of graphics cards and equal to 8.6% of graphics cards.
DisplayPort version
1.2
This graphics card supports DisplayPort 1.2, which is older than on 93.9% of graphics cards and equal to 5.1% of graphics cards.
DisplayPort link rates
5.4 Gbps
Market range: <5.4 Gbps – >80 Gbps
This graphics card supports DisplayPort link rates up to 5.4 Gbps, which is slower than on 87.8% of graphics cards and equal to 6% of graphics cards.
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Thermal Design Power (TDP)
170 W
Market range: <60 W – >360 W
This graphics card has a TDP of 170 W, which is lower than that of 63.4% of graphics cards and equal to that of 1.9% of graphics cards.
Power consumption while under peak load
170 W
Market range: <100 W – >400 W
This graphics card draws 170 W under peak load, which is lower than 66.4% of graphics cards and equal to 1.6% of graphics cards.
Recommended PSU wattage
500 W
Market range: <450 W – >850 W
This graphics card recommends a 500 W PSU, which is lower than that of 75.6% of graphics cards and equal to that of 8.9% of graphics cards.
Board power limit
170 W
Market range: <100 W – >400 W
This graphics card has a board power limit of 170 W, which is lower than that of 67.5% of graphics cards and equal to that of 1.3% of graphics cards.
PCIe power spec
170 W
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Size
260x 126x 38 mm
Length
260 mm
Market range: <200 mm – >350 mm
This graphics card is 260 mm long, which is shorter than 65.5% of graphics cards and equal in length to 0.6% of graphics cards.
Height
126 mm
Market range: <109 mm – >146 mm
This graphics card is 126 mm tall, which is taller than 50.8% of graphics cards and equal in height to 1.7% of graphics cards.
Slot width
2 slot/s
Market range: <2 slot/s – >3.25 slot/s
This graphics card occupies 2 slot/s, which is slimmer than 53.4% of graphics cards and equal in width to 42.5% of graphics cards.
Weight
900 g
Market range: <500 g – >2k g
This graphics card weighs 900 g, which is lighter than 63.7% of graphics cards and equal in weight to 0.8% of graphics cards.
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MSI GeForce GTX 760 vs the average graphics card

246810TotalPerformanceMemoryPlatform & FeaturesConnectivity & MediaPower & CoolingDesign
  • 23.1% lower PSU requirement
    This graphics card has a lower PSU requirement than the average graphics card (500 W vs 650 W). The average graphics card has a PSU requirement of 650 W.
    500 W vs 650 W
  • 0.5 slot/s slimmer design
    This graphics card occupies fewer slots than the average graphics card (2 slot/s vs 2.5 slot/s). The average graphics card occupies 2.5 slot/s.
    2 slot/s vs 2.5 slot/s
  • 3 more GPUs supported
    This graphics card supports more GPUs in multi-GPU mode than the average graphics card (3 vs 0). The average graphics card supports 0 GPUs in multi-GPU mode.
    3 vs 0
  • 2 more DVI outputs
    This graphics card has more DVI outputs than the average graphics card (2 vs 0). The average graphics card has 0 DVI outputs.
    2 vs 0
  • 15.14x cheaper
    MSI GeForce GTX 760 is cheaper than the average graphics card (£35 vs £530).
    £35 vs £530
  • 20.9% lower TDP
    This graphics card has a lower TDP than the average graphics card (170 W vs 215 W). The average graphics card has a TDP of 215 W.
    170 W vs 215 W
  • Supports multi-GPU linking
    This graphics card supports multi-GPU linking, the average graphics card does not.
  • 25 mm shorter card length
    This graphics card is shorter than the average graphics card (260 mm vs 285 mm). The average graphics card has a length of 285 mm.
    260 mm vs 285 mm
  • 15.14x cheaper
    MSI GeForce GTX 760 is cheaper than the average graphics card (£35 vs £530).
    £35 vs £530
  • Better FP64 ratio
    This graphics card has a better FP64 ratio than the average graphics card (1:16 vs 1:64).
    1:16 vs 1:64
  • 3 more GPUs supported
    This graphics card supports more GPUs in multi-GPU mode than the average graphics card (3 vs 0). The average graphics card supports 0 GPUs in multi-GPU mode.
    3 vs 0
  • Supports multi-GPU linking
    This graphics card supports multi-GPU linking, the average graphics card does not.
  • 2 more DVI outputs
    This graphics card has more DVI outputs than the average graphics card (2 vs 0). The average graphics card has 0 DVI outputs.
    2 vs 0
  • 23.1% lower PSU requirement
    This graphics card has a lower PSU requirement than the average graphics card (500 W vs 650 W). The average graphics card has a PSU requirement of 650 W.
    500 W vs 650 W
  • 20.9% lower TDP
    This graphics card has a lower TDP than the average graphics card (170 W vs 215 W). The average graphics card has a TDP of 215 W.
    170 W vs 215 W
  • 8 °C lower idle temperature
    This graphics card has a lower idle temperature than the average graphics card (29 °C vs 37 °C). The average graphics card has an idle temperature of 37 °C.
    29 °C vs 37 °C
  • 24.4% lower board power limit
    This graphics card has a lower board power limit than the average graphics card (170 W vs 225 W). The average graphics card has a board power limit of 225 W.
    170 W vs 225 W
  • 0.5 slot/s slimmer design
    This graphics card occupies fewer slots than the average graphics card (2 slot/s vs 2.5 slot/s). The average graphics card occupies 2.5 slot/s.
    2 slot/s vs 2.5 slot/s
  • 25 mm shorter card length
    This graphics card is shorter than the average graphics card (260 mm vs 285 mm). The average graphics card has a length of 285 mm.
    260 mm vs 285 mm
  • 58.8% lower boost clock speed
    This graphics card has a lower boost GPU clock than the average graphics card (1032 MHz vs 2505 MHz). The average graphics card has a boost GPU clock of 2505 MHz.
    1,032 MHz vs 2,505 MHz
  • 10 GB less VRAM
    This graphics card has fewer VRAM than the average graphics card (2 GB vs 12 GB). The average graphics card has 12 GB VRAM.
    2 GB vs 12 GB
  • 34 fewer compute units
    This graphics card has fewer compute units than the average graphics card (6 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 compute units.
    6 vs 40
  • 5.6x larger process node
    This graphics card has a higher process node than the average graphics card (28 nm vs 5 nm). The average graphics card uses a process node of 5 nm.
    28 nm vs 5 nm
  • 40 fewer ray tracing cores
    This graphics card has fewer ray tracing cores than the average graphics card (0 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 ray tracing cores.
    0 vs 40
  • 49% lower base clock speed
    This graphics card has a lower base GPU clock than the average graphics card (980 MHz vs 1920 MHz). The average graphics card has a base GPU clock of 1920 MHz.
    980 MHz vs 1,920 MHz
  • 75.3% lower texture rate
    This graphics card has a lower texture rate than the average graphics card (94.1 GTexel/s vs 381.2 GTexel/s). The average graphics card has a texture rate of 381.2 GTexel/s.
    94.1 GTexel/s vs 381.2 GTexel/s
  • 1 fewer fans
    This graphics card has fewer fans than the average graphics card (2 vs 3).
    2 vs 3
  • 20.3% worse value for money
    MSI GeForce GTX 760 has worse value for money than the average graphics card (5.98 vs 7.2).
    5.98 vs 7.2
  • 58.8% lower boost clock speed
    This graphics card has a lower boost GPU clock than the average graphics card (1032 MHz vs 2505 MHz). The average graphics card has a boost GPU clock of 2505 MHz.
    1,032 MHz vs 2,505 MHz
  • 34 fewer compute units
    This graphics card has fewer compute units than the average graphics card (6 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 compute units.
    6 vs 40
  • 40 fewer ray tracing cores
    This graphics card has fewer ray tracing cores than the average graphics card (0 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 ray tracing cores.
    0 vs 40
  • 49% lower base clock speed
    This graphics card has a lower base GPU clock than the average graphics card (980 MHz vs 1920 MHz). The average graphics card has a base GPU clock of 1920 MHz.
    980 MHz vs 1,920 MHz
  • 75.3% lower texture rate
    This graphics card has a lower texture rate than the average graphics card (94.1 GTexel/s vs 381.2 GTexel/s). The average graphics card has a texture rate of 381.2 GTexel/s.
    94.1 GTexel/s vs 381.2 GTexel/s
  • 84.8% lower pixel rate
    This graphics card has a lower pixel rate than the average graphics card (24.8 GPixel/s vs 163.2 GPixel/s). The average graphics card has a pixel rate of 163.2 GPixel/s.
    24.77 GPixel/s vs 163.2 GPixel/s
  • 88 fewer TMUs
    This graphics card has fewer TMUs than the average graphics card (96 vs 184). The average graphics card has 184 TMUs.
    96 vs 184
  • 144 fewer AI cores
    This graphics card has fewer AI cores than the average graphics card (0 vs 144). The average graphics card has 144 AI cores.
    0 vs 144
  • 32 fewer ROPs
    This graphics card has fewer ROPs than the average graphics card (32 vs 64). The average graphics card has 64 ROPs.
    32 vs 64
  • 89.5% lower FP32 performance
    This graphics card has a lower FP32 performance than the average graphics card (2.4 TFLOPS vs 22.57 TFLOPS). The average graphics card has FP32 performance of 22.57 TFLOPS.
    2.38 TFLOPS vs 22.57 TFLOPS
  • 77.7% lower PassMark score
    This graphics card has a lower PassMark score than the average graphics card (5053 points vs 22653 points). The average graphics card has a PassMark score of 22653 points.
    5,053 points vs 22,653 points
  • 88.4% lower gaming score
    This graphics card has a lower gaming score than the average graphics card (1700 points vs 14678.5 points). The average graphics card has a gaming score of 14678.5 points.
    1,700 points vs 14,678.5 points
  • 82.1% lower compute score
    This graphics card has a lower compute score than the average graphics card (2159 points vs 12074 points). The average graphics card has a compute score of 12074 points.
    2,159 points vs 12,074 points
  • 88.5% lower compute throughput
    This graphics card has a lower compute throughput than the average graphics card (2.7 TFLOPS vs 22.98 TFLOPS). The average graphics card has compute throughput of 22.98 TFLOPS.
    2.65 TFLOPS vs 22.98 TFLOPS
  • 77.1% lower FP64 performance
    This graphics card has a lower FP64 performance than the average graphics card (0.1 TFLOPS vs 0.48 TFLOPS). The average graphics card has FP64 performance of 0.48 TFLOPS.
    0.11 TFLOPS vs 0.48 TFLOPS
  • 3,200 fewer FP32 units
    This graphics card has fewer FP32 units than the average graphics card (1,152 vs 4,352). The average graphics card has 4,352 FP32 units.
    1,152 vs 4,352
  • 10 GB less VRAM
    This graphics card has fewer VRAM than the average graphics card (2 GB vs 12 GB). The average graphics card has 12 GB VRAM.
    2 GB vs 12 GB
  • 68.4% slower memory speed
    This graphics card has a lower effective memory speed than the average graphics card (6008 MHz vs 19000 MHz). The average graphics card reaches an effective memory speed of 19000 MHz.
    6,008 MHz vs 19,000 MHz
  • 57.1% lower memory bandwidth
    This graphics card has a lower memory bandwidth than the average graphics card (192.2 GB/s vs 448 GB/s). The average graphics card has a memory bandwidth of 448 GB/s.
    192.2 GB/s vs 448 GB/s
  • 87.5% smaller L1 cache
    This graphics card has fewer L1 cache than the average graphics card (16 vs 128). The average graphics card has 128 L1 cache.
    16 vs 128
  • 14.2% slower VRAM clock
    This graphics card has a lower VRAM clock than the average graphics card (1502 MHz vs 1750 MHz). The average graphics card runs its VRAM at 1750 MHz.
    1,502 MHz vs 1,750 MHz
  • 5.6x larger process node
    This graphics card has a higher process node than the average graphics card (28 nm vs 5 nm). The average graphics card uses a process node of 5 nm.
    28 nm vs 5 nm
  • No DLSS support
    This graphics card does not support DLSS, the average graphics card does.
  • No ray tracing
    This graphics card does not support ray tracing, the average graphics card does.
    No vs yes
  • 10 older
    This graphics card was released earlier than the average graphics card (2013 vs 2023).
    June 2013
    2,013 vs 2,023
  • Older PCIe version
    This graphics card supports an older PCIe version than the average graphics card (3 vs 4).
    3.0 vs 4.0
  • No AI upscalers
    This graphics card does not support AI upscalers, the average graphics card does.
  • Older encoder generation
    This graphics card uses an older encoder generation than the average graphics card (1 vs 8). The average graphics card uses encoder generation 8.
    1 vs 8
  • No mesh shaders
    This graphics card does not support mesh shaders, the average graphics card does.
    No vs yes
  • No XeSS support
    This graphics card does not support XeSS, the average graphics card does.
  • No DirectStorage support
    This graphics card does not support DirectStorage, the average graphics card does.
    No vs yes
  • Older Vulkan version
    This graphics card supports an older Vulkan version than the average graphics card (1.2 vs 1.4).
    1.2 vs 1.4
  • Worse SAM support
    This graphics card offers worse SAM support than the average graphics card (no vs yes).
  • Older DirectX version
    This graphics card supports an older DirectX version than the average graphics card (12 vs 12 Ultimate).
    12 vs 12 Ultimate
  • Older shader model
    This graphics card supports an older shader model than the average graphics card (6.5 vs 6.8).
    6.5 vs 6.8
  • No sampler feedback
    This graphics card does not support sampler feedback, the average graphics card does.
  • 84.5% fewer transistors
    This graphics card has fewer transistors than the average graphics card (3540 million vs 22900 million). The average graphics card has 22900 million transistors.
    3,540 million vs 22,900 million
  • 2 fewer DisplayPort outputs
    This graphics card has fewer DisplayPort outputs than the average graphics card (1 vs 3). The average graphics card has 3 DisplayPort outputs.
    1 vs 3
  • No AV1 encoding
    This graphics card does not support AV1 encoding, the average graphics card does.
    No vs yes
  • No AV1 decoding
    This graphics card does not support AV1 decoding, the average graphics card does.
  • No DSC support
    This graphics card does not support DSC, the average graphics card does.
    No vs yes
  • Older HDMI version
    This graphics card supports an older HDMI version than the average graphics card (1.4a vs 2.1).
    1.4a vs 2.1
  • Older DisplayPort version
    This graphics card supports an older DisplayPort version than the average graphics card (1.2 vs 1.4a).
    1.2 vs 1.4a
  • Narrower encode codec support
    This graphics card supports narrower hardware encode codec support than the average graphics card (H.264 vs H.264/H.265/AV1/VP9).
    H.264 vs H.264/H.265/AV1/VP9
  • Narrower decode codec support
    This graphics card supports narrower hardware decode codec support than the average graphics card (H.264/H.265/AV1/MPEG-2/VC-1 vs H.264/H.265/AV1/VP9/MPEG-2/VC-1).
    H.264/H.265/AV1/MPEG-2/VC-1 vs H.264/H.265/AV1/VP9/MPEG-2/VC-1
  • Older HDCP version
    This graphics card supports an older HDCP version than the average graphics card (1.4 vs 2.3).
    1.4 vs 2.3
  • Older NVDEC generation
    This graphics card has a lower NVDEC generation than the average graphics card (1 vs 6). The average graphics card offers NVDEC generation 6.
    1 vs 6
  • Lower display resolution
    This graphics card supports a lower maximum digital resolution than the average graphics card (4096x2160 vs 7680x4320). The average graphics card supports a maximum digital resolution of 7680x4320.
    4096x2160 vs 7680x4320
  • Not VR ready
    This graphics card is not VR ready, while the average graphics card is.
    No vs yes
  • 73% lower DisplayPort bandwidth
    This graphics card has a lower DisplayPort bandwidth than the average graphics card (5.4 Gbps vs 20 Gbps). The average graphics card has DisplayPort bandwidth of 20 Gbps.
    5.4 Gbps vs 20 Gbps
  • 1 fewer fans
    This graphics card has fewer fans than the average graphics card (2 vs 3).
    2 vs 3
  • No dual BIOS
    This graphics card does not include dual BIOS, the average graphics card does.
  • No fan stop
    This graphics card does not support fan stop, the average graphics card does.
    No vs yes
  • 25 dB noisier at idle
    This graphics card has a higher idle noise level than the average graphics card (25 dB vs 0 dB). The average graphics card has an idle noise level of 0 dB.
    25 dB vs 0 dB
  • No backplate
    This graphics card does not include a backplate, the average graphics card does.
  • No RGB lighting
    This graphics card does not include RGB lighting, the average graphics card does.

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What we like about MSI GeForce GTX 760

  • Exceptionally quiet operation even during intense gaming sessions
  • Efficient Twin Frozr IV cooling system that maintains low temperatures
  • Solid performance in older games and popular esports titles like Fortnite and CS2
  • High overclocking potential compared to reference models
  • Attractive and solid build quality with high-quality components
  • Easy to set up and install with straightforward driver support

What we don't like about MSI GeForce GTX 760

  • Limited 2GB of VRAM restricts modern high-resolution gaming
  • Lacks support for DirectX 12, making it incompatible with many new AAA games
  • Official game-ready driver support has been discontinued for several years
  • Some users reported loud fan noise as the card aged, requiring replacement
  • Difficult to detach PCIe power cables due to heatpipe placement on some models
  • Stiffness rib can block SLI connectors on certain motherboard configurations

Verdict

The MSI GeForce GTX 760 Gaming OC is a performance-tier graphics card based on the 28nm Kepler GK104 architecture, featuring 1152 CUDA cores, 2GB of GDDR5 memory on a 256-bit bus, and a 170W TDP. It delivers a factory-overclocked base clock of 1085MHz (OC Mode) and an 1150MHz boost clock, supported by MSI's Twin Frozr IV thermal design with dual 10cm fans for superior cooling and quiet operation. Main pros include its Military Class 4 stability, silent performance under load, and the intuitive Gaming App for easy profile switching. However, its 2GB VRAM is a significant bottleneck for modern high-resolution gaming, and the card's physical length of 260mm may not fit in all compact cases.

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