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  • Avg. price: ~£110
  • VRAM: 8 GB
  • Memory bus width: 256 bit
  • Thermal Design Power (TDP): 180 W

ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition review. Compare 118 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among graphics cards and if it is worth buying.

5.3

Overall score

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 components:

90.0%

5.3

Technical Score

10.0%

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User score

Good
5.3

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the graphics card's technical performance, covering key areas such as gaming and rendering performance, ray tracing, memory configuration, power efficiency, cooling, connectivity, features, and build quality.

When it matters: When you want to compare graphics cards based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

44.0%

4.4

Performance

24.0%

4.1

Memory

12.0%

8.6

Power & Cooling

11.0%

6.1

Platform & Features

5.0%

7.1

Design

4.0%

7.9

Connectivity & Media

Good
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User score

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 components:

70.0%

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User reviews

30.0%

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Popularity

  • 4.1
    Gaming

    Score components:

    45.0%

    2.2

    Floating-point performance

    25.0%

    2.8

    VRAM

    20.0%

    ?

    Ray tracing cores / units

    10.0%

    7.6

    PCI Express (PCIe) version

  • 4.9
    Video editing

    Score components:

    35.0%

    7.0

    AV1 encode

    30.0%

    2.8

    VRAM

    20.0%

    2.2

    Floating-point performance

    15.0%

    7.6

    PCI Express (PCIe) version

  • 3.5
    1080p

    Score components:

    55.0%

    2.2

    Floating-point performance

    25.0%

    2.8

    VRAM

    10.0%

    ?

    Ray tracing cores / units

    10.0%

    7.6

    PCI Express (PCIe) version

  • 3.5
    1440p

    Score components:

    50.0%

    2.2

    Floating-point performance

    30.0%

    2.8

    VRAM

    15.0%

    ?

    Ray tracing cores / units

    5.0%

    7.6

    PCI Express (PCIe) version

  • 3.8
    4K

    Score components:

    40.0%

    2.2

    Floating-point performance

    35.0%

    2.8

    VRAM

    20.0%

    ?

    Ray tracing cores / units

    5.0%

    7.6

    PCI Express (PCIe) version

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Verdict

The Zotac GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition is a high-performance graphics card built on NVIDIA's 16nm Pascal architecture, featuring 2,560 CUDA cores and 8GB of 256-bit GDDR5X VRAM. It comes with a factory overclock, delivering a base clock of 1,683 MHz and a boost clock of 1,822 MHz, supported by an 8+2 power phase design and dual 8-pin power connectors for enhanced stability. Cooling is managed by the dual-fan IceStorm system with a metal Carbon ExoArmor shroud, utilizing Freeze technology to stop fans during idle for silent operation. Main pros include its robust build quality, excellent thermal performance, and factory-tuned speeds that provide a significant edge over reference models. However, notable cons include its large physical footprint, occasional reports of coil whine, and slightly higher power consumption compared to other custom designs.

Technical Specifications of ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the graphics card's technical performance, covering key areas such as gaming and rendering performance, ray tracing, memory configuration, power efficiency, cooling, connectivity, features, and build quality.

When it matters: When you want to compare graphics cards based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

44.0%

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Performance

24.0%

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Memory

12.0%

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Power & Cooling

11.0%

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Platform & Features

5.0%

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Design

4.0%

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Connectivity & Media

5.3
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition has a technical score of 5.28 points, which is lower than that of 74.7% of products in this category.
User score

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 components:

70.0%

0.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

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Popularity
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.
1.0
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition has a popularity of 1 points, which is lower than 55.9% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

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 components:

60.0%

5.3

Overall score

40.0%

9.9

Price

6.7
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition has a quality-to-price ratio of 6.7 points, which is lower than 52.1% of products in this category.
3DMark Time Spy benchmark score
What it is: Benchmark result from 3DMark Time Spy, a synthetic DirectX 12 test often used as a quick gaming-performance reference.
When it matters: When you need a fast rough performance sort before digging into game-specific reviews and frame-rate data.

Importance: LOW

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3DMark Port Royal score
What it is: Benchmark result from 3DMark Port Royal, a synthetic test focused on ray tracing performance.
When it matters: When ray tracing matters in the games you actually play and you want one quick way to separate stronger and weaker RT cards.

Importance: LOW

N/A
PassMark (G3D) result
What it is: Overall GPU performance score in PassMark G3D benchmark
When it matters: When you need one broad score to sort cards into rough performance tiers.

Importance: LOW

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PassMark (DirectCompute) result
What it is: PassMark score for DirectCompute performance tests
When it matters: When compute workloads matter alongside gaming performance.

Importance: LOW

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Floating-point performance
What it is: Theoretical floating-point compute performance of the GPU.
When it matters: When rendering, AI, or heavy compute work needs strong single-precision throughput.

Importance: LOW

9.329 TFLOPS
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition delivers 9.329 TFLOPS floating-point performance, which is lower than that of 78.7% of graphics cards and equal to that of 0.2% of graphics cards.
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VRAM
What it is: Total video memory available on the graphics card
When it matters: When you play at high settings, use texture mods, or work with large creative projects.

Importance: HIGH

8 GB
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition has 8 GB of VRAM, which is less than 57.6% of graphics cards and equal to 25.1% of graphics cards.
Memory type
What it is: Type of graphics memory used (GDDR6, HBM2e, etc.)
When it matters: When memory technology is part of the buying decision because it affects bandwidth class, power use, and product positioning.

Importance: LOW

GDDR5X
GDDR version
What it is: Generation of GDDR memory used by the graphics card.
When it matters: When you want to separate older memory generations from newer ones before comparing bandwidth, power behavior, and market tier.

Importance: LOW

GDDR5X
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition uses GDDR5X memory, which is older than on 83.5% of graphics cards and equal to 1.5% of graphics cards.
Memory bus width
What it is: Width of the memory interface bus in bits
When it matters: When you care about steadier performance at higher resolutions, heavier texture settings, or ray-traced workloads that stress memory traffic.

Importance: HIGH

256 bit
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition uses a 256 bit memory bus, which is wider than that of 49.5% of graphics cards and equal to that of 36.1% of graphics cards.
Maximum memory bandwidth
What it is: Maximum data transfer rate between GPU and its memory
When it matters: When 4K gaming, ray tracing, or creator work can choke a slower memory subsystem.

Importance: HIGH

320 GB/s
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition reaches 320 GB/s memory bandwidth, which is lower than that of 66.6% of graphics cards and equal to that of 2.9% of graphics cards.
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PCI Express (PCIe) version
What it is: Version of PCI Express interface supported
When it matters: When you are pairing the card with an older motherboard and want to avoid leaving bandwidth or future compatibility on the table.

Importance: LOW

3.0
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition supports PCIe 3.0, which is older than on 77.6% of graphics cards and equal to 20.3% of graphics cards.
PCIe lanes
What it is: Number of PCI Express lanes used for communication
When it matters: When limited lane width could bottleneck the card in some systems.

Importance: LOW

x16
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition uses x16 PCIe lanes, which is more than 31.5% of graphics cards and equal to 68.6% of graphics cards.
DirectX version
What it is: Highest supported DirectX API version
When it matters: When you play newer Windows games that depend on the latest graphics features.

Importance: LOW

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Vulkan version
What it is: Highest supported Vulkan API version
When it matters: When modern games, emulators, or creative apps lean on Vulkan support.

Importance: LOW

1.4
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition supports Vulkan 1.4, which is more advanced than on 26.6% of graphics cards and equal to 73.4% of graphics cards.
OpenGL version
What it is: Highest supported OpenGL API version
When it matters: When older games or pro apps still depend on OpenGL compatibility.

Importance: LOW

4.5
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition supports OpenGL 4.5, which is older than on 95.2% of graphics cards and equal to 3.3% of graphics cards.
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Max displays supported
What it is: Total number of external displays supported simultaneously
When it matters: When you run a multi-monitor desk for sim racing, trading, or editing.

Importance: LOW

4
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition supports up to 4 displays, which is more than 7.8% of graphics cards and equal to 89.2% of graphics cards.
Max digital resolution
What it is: Maximum supported digital display resolution
When it matters: When you plan to drive 4K or 8K panels at their native resolution.

Importance: LOW

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DisplayPort outputs
What it is: Number of DisplayPort video outputs
When it matters: When your setup needs several high-refresh monitors without adapters.

Importance: LOW

3
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition offers 3 DisplayPort outputs, which is more than 20.9% of graphics cards and equal to 77.3% of graphics cards.
DisplayPort version
What it is: Version of DisplayPort standard supported
When it matters: When your monitor setup depends on newer DisplayPort features for higher refresh rates, higher resolution, or better cable flexibility.

Importance: LOW

1.4
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition supports DisplayPort 1.4, which is older than on 77.3% of graphics cards and equal to 16.2% of graphics cards.
DisplayPort link rates
What it is: Supported data link rates for DisplayPort connections
When it matters: When you are pushing high resolution and refresh rate over DisplayPort.

Importance: LOW

32.4 Gbps
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition supports DisplayPort link rates up to 32.4 Gbps, which is faster than on 58.3% of graphics cards and equal to 24% of graphics cards.
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Thermal Design Power (TDP)
What it is: Typical power consumption under full load (TDP)
When it matters: When you need a realistic idea of power draw before choosing a PSU or case.

Importance: MEDIUM

180 W
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition has a TDP of 180 W, which is lower than that of 58.1% of graphics cards and equal to that of 4.1% of graphics cards.
Power consumption while under peak load
What it is: Peak power draw of the graphics card under maximum load.
When it matters: When transient-heavy gaming loads could stress your power supply.

Importance: LOW

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Recommended PSU wattage
What it is: Recommended wattage of the system power supply
When it matters: When you are checking whether your current power supply is enough.

Importance: LOW

500 W
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition recommends a 500 W PSU, which is lower than that of 76.2% of graphics cards and equal to that of 9.6% of graphics cards.
Board power limit
What it is: Maximum configurable power limit for the GPU board
When it matters: When you care about how far the card can be pushed through tuning or factory power settings.

Importance: LOW

120 W
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition has a board power limit of 120 W, which is lower than that of 85.7% of graphics cards and equal to that of 1% of graphics cards.
PCIe power spec
What it is: PCIe power delivery specification followed
When it matters: When you are checking whether the slot and external cables match the card's intended power-delivery standard.

Importance: LOW

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Size
What it is: Physical size of the GPU card
When it matters: When you need the card to fit a compact case without blocking nearby hardware.

Importance: LOW

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Length
What it is: Physical length of the GPU card
When it matters: When front radiators or drive cages leave only limited GPU clearance.

Importance: LOW

300 mm
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition is 300 mm long, which is longer than 56.6% of graphics cards and equal in length to 2.7% of graphics cards.
Height
What it is: Physical height of the GPU card
When it matters: When side panels, brackets, or tight case layouts reduce vertical clearance.

Importance: LOW

148 mm
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition is 148 mm tall, which is taller than 89.3% of graphics cards and equal in height to 1.2% of graphics cards.
Slot width
What it is: Number of PCIe slots occupied by the card
When it matters: When you need room for another PCIe card or better airflow under the GPU.

Importance: LOW

2 slot/s
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition occupies 2 slot/s, which is slimmer than 49.2% of graphics cards and equal in width to 47.3% of graphics cards.
Weight
What it is: Total weight of the graphics card
When it matters: When sag, bracket support, or shipping stress matters in your build.

Importance: LOW

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ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition vs the average graphics card

  • 23.1% lower PSU requirement
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition 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.
    What it is: Recommended wattage of the system power supply
    When it matters: When you are checking whether your current power supply is enough.

    Importance: LOW

    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition 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
  • 45.5% lower board power limit
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition has a lower board power limit than the average graphics card (120 W vs 220 W). The average graphics card has a board power limit of 220 W.
    What it is: Maximum configurable power limit for the GPU board
    When it matters: When you care about how far the card can be pushed through tuning or factory power settings.

    Importance: LOW

    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition has a lower board power limit than the average graphics card (120 W vs 220 W). The average graphics card has a board power limit of 220 W.120 W vs 220 W
  • 1 more DVI outputs
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition has more DVI outputs than the average graphics card (1 vs 0). The average graphics card has 0 DVI outputs.
    What it is: Number of DVI display outputs available
    When it matters: When you still use an older monitor that depends on DVI.

    Importance: LOW

    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition has more DVI outputs than the average graphics card (1 vs 0). The average graphics card has 0 DVI outputs.1 vs 0
  • 4.82x cheaper
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition is cheaper than the average graphics card (£110 vs £530).
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition is cheaper than the average graphics card (£110 vs £530).£110 vs £530
  • 16.3% lower TDP
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition has a lower TDP than the average graphics card (180 W vs 215 W). The average graphics card has a TDP of 215 W.
    What it is: Typical power consumption under full load (TDP)
    When it matters: When you need a realistic idea of power draw before choosing a PSU or case.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition has a lower TDP than the average graphics card (180 W vs 215 W). The average graphics card has a TDP of 215 W.180 W vs 215 W
  • Supports multi-GPU linking
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition supports multi-GPU linking, the average graphics card does not.
    What it is: Supports NVIDIA SLI or AMD CrossFire multi-GPU setup
    When it matters: When you still run legacy multi-GPU gaming or rendering workflows.

    Importance: LOW

    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition supports multi-GPU linking, the average graphics card does not.
  • Supports NVLink
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition supports NVLink, the average graphics card does not.
    What it is: Supports NVIDIA NVLink or bridge connection for multi-GPU setups
    When it matters: When a professional or niche multi-GPU workflow needs a bridge connection.

    Importance: LOW

    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition supports NVLink, the average graphics card does not.
  • Supports multi-GPU linking
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition supports multi-GPU linking, the average graphics card does not.
  • Supports NVLink
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition supports NVLink, the average graphics card does not.
  • 1 more DVI outputs
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition has more DVI outputs than the average graphics card (1 vs 0). The average graphics card has 0 DVI outputs.
  • 23.1% lower PSU requirement
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition 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.
  • 45.5% lower board power limit
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition has a lower board power limit than the average graphics card (120 W vs 220 W). The average graphics card has a board power limit of 220 W.
  • 16.3% lower TDP
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition has a lower TDP than the average graphics card (180 W vs 215 W). The average graphics card has a TDP of 215 W.

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Overall
Platform & Features
Connectivity & Media
Power & Cooling
  • 27.1% lower boost clock speed
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition has a lower boost GPU clock than the average graphics card (1,822 MHz vs 2,500 MHz). The average graphics card has a boost GPU clock of 2,500 MHz.
  • 20 fewer compute units
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition has fewer compute units than the average graphics card (20 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 compute units.
  • 34.8% lower pixel rate
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition has a lower pixel rate than the average graphics card (107.7 GPixel/s vs 165.2 GPixel/s). The average graphics card has a pixel rate of 165.2 GPixel/s.
  • 59.2% lower FP32 performance
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition has a lower FP32 performance than the average graphics card (9.3 TFLOPS vs 22.86 TFLOPS). The average graphics card has FP32 performance of 22.86 TFLOPS.
  • 28.5% lower texture rate
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition has a lower texture rate than the average graphics card (269.3 GTexel/s vs 376.8 GTexel/s). The average graphics card has a texture rate of 376.8 GTexel/s.
  • 12.3% lower base clock speed
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition has a lower base GPU clock than the average graphics card (1,683 MHz vs 1,920 MHz). The average graphics card has a base GPU clock of 1,920 MHz.
  • 24 fewer TMUs
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition has fewer TMUs than the average graphics card (160 vs 184). The average graphics card has 184 TMUs.
  • 99.5% lower FP16 performance
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition has a lower FP16 performance than the average graphics card (0.1 TFLOPS vs 29.5 TFLOPS). The average graphics card has FP16 performance of 29.5 TFLOPS.
  • 59.6% lower compute throughput
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition has a lower compute throughput than the average graphics card (9.3 TFLOPS vs 23.105 TFLOPS). The average graphics card has compute throughput of 23.105 TFLOPS.
  • 47.3% slower memory speed
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition has a lower effective memory speed than the average graphics card (10,008 MHz vs 19,000 MHz). The average graphics card reaches an effective memory speed of 19,000 MHz.
  • 4 GB less VRAM
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition has fewer VRAM than the average graphics card (8 GB vs 12 GB). The average graphics card has 12 GB VRAM.
  • 93.8% smaller L2 cache
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition has fewer L2 cache than the average graphics card (2 MB vs 32 MB). The average graphics card has 32 MB L2 cache.
  • 28.6% lower memory bandwidth
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition has a lower memory bandwidth than the average graphics card (320 GB/s vs 448 GB/s). The average graphics card has a memory bandwidth of 448 GB/s.
  • 28.5% slower VRAM clock
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition has a lower VRAM clock than the average graphics card (1,251 MHz vs 1,750 MHz). The average graphics card runs its VRAM at 1,750 MHz.
  • 62.5% smaller L1 cache
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition has fewer L1 cache than the average graphics card (48 vs 128). The average graphics card has 128 L1 cache.
  • 3.2x larger process node
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition has a higher process node than the average graphics card (16 nm vs 5 nm). The average graphics card uses a process node of 5 nm.
  • Older PCIe version
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition supports an older PCIe version than the average graphics card (3 vs 4.0).
  • 7 older
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition was released earlier than the average graphics card (2,016 vs 2,023).
  • No XeSS support
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition does not support XeSS, the average graphics card does.
  • No mesh shaders
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition does not support mesh shaders, the average graphics card does.
  • Older encoder generation
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition uses an older encoder generation than the average graphics card (6 vs 8). The average graphics card uses encoder generation 8.
  • No sampler feedback
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition does not support sampler feedback, the average graphics card does.
  • Older OpenGL version
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition supports an older OpenGL version than the average graphics card (4.5 vs 4.6).
  • 67.1% fewer transistors
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition has fewer transistors than the average graphics card (7,200 million vs 21,900 million). The average graphics card has 21,900 million transistors.
  • No AV1 encoding
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition does not support AV1 encoding, the average graphics card does.
  • No AV1 decoding
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition does not support AV1 decoding, the average graphics card does.
  • Older DisplayPort version
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition supports an older DisplayPort version than the average graphics card (1.4 vs 1.4a).
  • Older HDMI version
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition supports an older HDMI version than the average graphics card (2.0b vs 2.1).
  • Older HDCP version
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition supports an older HDCP version than the average graphics card (2.2 vs 2.3).
  • Older NVDEC generation
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition has a lower NVDEC generation than the average graphics card (3 vs 6). The average graphics card offers NVDEC generation 6.
  • 1 fewer fans
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition has fewer fans than the average graphics card (2 vs 3).
  • 15 °C higher load temperature
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition has a higher load temperature than the average graphics card (82 °C vs 67 °C). The average graphics card has a load temperature of 67 °C.
  • 21 mm higher card profile
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition is taller than the average graphics card (148 mm vs 127 mm). The average graphics card has a height of 127 mm.
  • 14.63 mm longer card length
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition is longer than the average graphics card (300 mm vs 285.37 mm). The average graphics card has a length of 285.37 mm.
  • 3.2x larger process node
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition has a higher process node than the average graphics card (16 nm vs 5 nm). The average graphics card uses a process node of 5 nm.
    What it is: Size of the manufacturing process in nanometers
    When it matters: When process node differences may affect power, heat, and overall efficiency.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition has a higher process node than the average graphics card (16 nm vs 5 nm). The average graphics card uses a process node of 5 nm.16 nm vs 5 nm
  • 27.1% lower boost clock speed
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition has a lower boost GPU clock than the average graphics card (1,822 MHz vs 2,500 MHz). The average graphics card has a boost GPU clock of 2,500 MHz.
    What it is: Maximum boost frequency the GPU can reach under load
    When it matters: When you want a rough idea of peak advertised frequency, while knowing real sustained clocks still depend on cooling and power limits.

    Importance: HIGH

    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition has a lower boost GPU clock than the average graphics card (1,822 MHz vs 2,500 MHz). The average graphics card has a boost GPU clock of 2,500 MHz.1822 MHz vs 2500 MHz
  • 20 fewer compute units
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition has fewer compute units than the average graphics card (20 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 compute units.
    What it is: Total number of shader multiprocessors or compute units
    When it matters: When you want a better sense of the GPU's overall parallel hardware resources before relying on game benchmarks alone.

    Importance: HIGH

    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition has fewer compute units than the average graphics card (20 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 compute units.20 vs 40
  • 1 fewer fans
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition has fewer fans than the average graphics card (2 vs 3).
    What it is: Total number of cooling fans
    When it matters: When you compare cooler designs and want one more clue about thermal potential.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition has fewer fans than the average graphics card (2 vs 3).2 vs 3
  • 47.3% slower memory speed
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition has a lower effective memory speed than the average graphics card (10,008 MHz vs 19,000 MHz). The average graphics card reaches an effective memory speed of 19,000 MHz.
    What it is: Effective memory data rate combining clock and bus width
    When it matters: When you compare how quickly each card can push data through its memory subsystem.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition has a lower effective memory speed than the average graphics card (10,008 MHz vs 19,000 MHz). The average graphics card reaches an effective memory speed of 19,000 MHz.10008 MHz vs 19000 MHz
  • 4 GB less VRAM
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition has fewer VRAM than the average graphics card (8 GB vs 12 GB). The average graphics card has 12 GB VRAM.
    What it is: Total video memory available on the graphics card
    When it matters: When you play at high settings, use texture mods, or work with large creative projects.

    Importance: HIGH

    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition has fewer VRAM than the average graphics card (8 GB vs 12 GB). The average graphics card has 12 GB VRAM.8 GB vs 12 GB
  • 34.8% lower pixel rate
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition has a lower pixel rate than the average graphics card (107.7 GPixel/s vs 165.2 GPixel/s). The average graphics card has a pixel rate of 165.2 GPixel/s.
    What it is: Number of pixels the GPU can render per second
    When it matters: When you play at high resolutions or care about older raster-heavy games.

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    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition has a lower pixel rate than the average graphics card (107.7 GPixel/s vs 165.2 GPixel/s). The average graphics card has a pixel rate of 165.2 GPixel/s.107.7 GPixel/s vs 165.2 GPixel/s
  • 59.2% lower FP32 performance
    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition has a lower FP32 performance than the average graphics card (9.3 TFLOPS vs 22.86 TFLOPS). The average graphics card has FP32 performance of 22.86 TFLOPS.
    What it is: Single-precision floating-point performance in TFLOPs
    When it matters: When rendering, AI, or heavy compute work needs strong single-precision throughput.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition has a lower FP32 performance than the average graphics card (9.3 TFLOPS vs 22.86 TFLOPS). The average graphics card has FP32 performance of 22.86 TFLOPS.9.329 TFLOPS vs 22.86 TFLOPS
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What customers like about ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition?

  • Excellent factory overclock providing high performance out-of-the-box
  • High-quality build with a durable metal shroud and backplate
  • Effective IceStorm cooling system that remains quiet during operation
  • Includes FREEZE technology which stops fans during idle for silent use
  • Spectra lighting system allows for customizable RGB visual effects
  • Competitive pricing compared to other premium custom GTX 1080 models

What customers dislike about ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Amp Edition?

  • Significant physical size (dual-slot) may be bulky for smaller cases
  • Slightly higher power consumption compared to the Founders Edition
  • Performance per watt efficiency is lower than some other custom designs
  • LED color accuracy can sometimes be inconsistent
  • Temperatures can run slightly high in poorly ventilated cases
  • Older architecture (Pascal) lacks modern features like hardware-accelerated Ray Tracing and DLSS

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techpowerup.com
12/08/2016
Zotac GTX 1080 AMP! Edition 8 GB Review - Temperatures & Clock - TechPowerUp

The TechPowerUp review of the Zotac GeForce GTX 1080 AMP! Edition highlights its value, launching $30 cheaper than the Founders Edition while offering a 5% performance boost via a 1683 MHz factory overclock. Key advantages include a quiet 32 dBA noise level, idle-fan-off mode, robust metal construction, and a sturdy backplate, resulting in 20% faster performance than a GTX 1070....Read more

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techpowerup.com
12/08/2016
Zotac GTX 1080 AMP! Edition 8 GB Review - Value & Conclusion - TechPowerUp

The Zotac GeForce GTX 1080 AMP! Edition offers enhanced out-of-the-box performance, operating at an average boost clock of 1870 MHz for a 5% gain over the reference design while maintaining quiet, low-noise levels. Key pros include a robust build with a metal backplate and a competitive price point, launching $30 below the Founders Edition. However, the card has slightly higher...Read more

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techpowerup.com
12/08/2016
Zotac GTX 1080 AMP! Edition 8 GB Review - Power Consumption - TechPowerUp

The TechPowerUp review of the Zotac GeForce GTX 1080 AMP! Edition highlights a substantial factory-overclocked performance, offering a 5% average gaming boost over the reference card. Key pros include a lower price point ($670) than the Founders Edition, extremely quiet operation, and an idle-fan-off feature. However, the card faces cons regarding a 10% reduction in...Read more

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techpowerup.com
12/08/2016
Zotac GTX 1080 AMP! Edition 8 GB Review - The Card - TechPowerUp

The Zotac GeForce GTX 1080 AMP! Edition features a robust, dual-slot cooler with premium metal construction, dual fans, and a protective backplate, maintaining a standard footprint for compatibility. Connectivity includes DisplayPort 1.4-ready outputs and HDMI 2.0b, supporting high-resolution setups, alongside NVIDIA’s updated HEVC encoding and SLI HB bridge support. Pros include...Read more

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techpowerup.com
12/08/2016
Zotac GTX 1080 AMP! Edition 8 GB Review - TechPowerUp

The TechPowerUp review of the Zotac GeForce GTX 1080 AMP! Edition highlights it as a high-performance, budget-friendly card featuring an upgraded Ice Storm cooler, high factory overclocking (1683 MHz base/1822 MHz boost), a metal backplate, and a "Freeze" fan-stop feature, all at a competitive $670 price point. Notable pros include exceptional cooling performance and lower noise...Read more

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techpowerup.com
12/08/2016
Zotac GTX 1080 AMP! Edition 8 GB Review - Performance per Dollar

The TechPowerUp review of the Zotac GeForce GTX 1080 AMP! Edition highlights a premium-built card with a metal shroud, backplate, and effective Ice Storm cooling that features a 0dB passive mode. It provides strong 1440p and entry-level 4K gaming performance at a lower price point than the Founders Edition, boasting a 5% factory overclock to 1822 MHz boost. Conversely, the card is...Read more

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techpowerup.com
12/08/2016
Zotac GTX 1080 AMP! Edition 8 GB Review - Performance per Watt

The TechPowerUp review of the Zotac GeForce GTX 1080 AMP! Edition highlights it as a highly compelling, cost-effective aftermarket graphics card that undercuts the reference NVIDIA Founders Edition pricing by $30. It features a 5% performance boost, a premium metal shroud, custom PCB, customizable RGB, and "Freeze" technology for silent idle operation. Despite its strengths, the...Read more

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techpowerup.com
12/08/2016
Zotac GTX 1080 AMP! Edition 8 GB Review - Performance Summary

The Zotac GeForce GTX 1080 AMP! Edition offers roughly 5% faster out-of-the-box performance than the Founders Edition at a lower price point, featuring a metal shroud, backplate, and customizable Spectra RGB lighting. Pros include excellent acoustics with idle fan-stop technology, while cons center on a restrictive 200W power limit that limits overclocking potential and slightly...Read more

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techpowerup.com
12/08/2016
Zotac GTX 1080 AMP! Edition 8 GB Review - Grand Theft Auto V

The Zotac GeForce GTX 1080 AMP! Edition offers high out-of-the-box performance, excellent 1440p/4K capabilities in titles like GTA V, and superior, quiet cooling with a premium metal shroud. It provides better value than the Founders Edition by being priced $30 cheaper while offering a factory overclock. However, the card is held back by a hard-capped 200W BIOS power limit, which...Read more

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geeknetic.es
27/08/2016
Zotac Geforce GTX 1080 AMP ExtremeGo to product viewer dialog for this item. [Análisis]

The Zotac GeForce GTX 1080 AMP Extreme is a massive, highly customized graphics card featuring 2,560 shader processors, 8GB of GDDR5X memory, and a custom digital power delivery system powered by dual 8-pin PEG connectors. Built on Nvidia’s 16nm Pascal architecture, it offers a substantial factory overclock, boosting the base frequency from the reference 1607MHz to 1771MHz, and the...Read more

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