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Avg. price in UK: ~£180
Avg. price in US: ~$180
VRAM: 11 GB
Memory bus width: 352 bit
Thermal Design Power (TDP): 320 W

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

6.0

Good

5.6

Good

9.0

Exceptional

4.6
Gaming
Score components:
45.0%
2.8
Floating-point performance
25.0%
3.7
VRAM
20.0%
?
Ray tracing cores / units
10.0%
7.6
PCI Express (PCIe) version
5.3
Video editing
Score components:
35.0%
7.0
AV1 encode
30.0%
3.7
VRAM
20.0%
2.8
Floating-point performance
15.0%
7.6
PCI Express (PCIe) version
4.0
1080p
Score components:
55.0%
2.8
Floating-point performance
25.0%
3.7
VRAM
10.0%
?
Ray tracing cores / units
10.0%
7.6
PCI Express (PCIe) version
4.1
1440p
Score components:
50.0%
2.8
Floating-point performance
30.0%
3.7
VRAM
15.0%
?
Ray tracing cores / units
5.0%
7.6
PCI Express (PCIe) version
4.4
4K
Score components:
40.0%
2.8
Floating-point performance
35.0%
3.7
VRAM
20.0%
?
Ray tracing cores / units
5.0%
7.6
PCI Express (PCIe) version

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#733 in Best Graphic Cards For Video Editing
#802 in Best Graphic Cards

Verdict

The Zotac GeForce GTX 1080 Ti AMP Extreme is a high-performance graphics card built on NVIDIA's 16nm Pascal architecture, featuring a GP102 GPU with 3,584 CUDA cores and 11GB of GDDR5X memory on a 352-bit bus. It distinguishes itself with an aggressive factory overclock, delivering a 1,645 MHz base clock and 1,759 MHz boost clock, supported by a massive 2.5-to-3 slot IceStorm cooling system with triple 90mm fans. Main characteristics include a 16+2 power phase design, dual 8-pin power connectors, and a wraparound Metallic ExoArmor with Spectra RGB lighting. Pros include its status as one of the fastest out-of-the-box 1080 Ti models, excellent thermal performance that maintains loads around 66°C, and silent operation due to fans that remain idle below 60°C. However, its significant cons are its massive physical footprint (325mm length) which may not fit in many cases, a high power draw peaking near 320W-330W, and potential issues with coil whine under high frame rates.

Technical Specifications of ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Amp Extreme

Overall score

6.0

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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.

Performance

5.1

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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

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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

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Memory

4.9

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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

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

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

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

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Platform & Features

6.1

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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

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

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

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

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Connectivity & Media

8.1

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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

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

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

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

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Power & Cooling

7.7

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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

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

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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

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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Design

6.1

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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

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

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

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

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 Ti Amp Extreme vs the average graphics card

Why is ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Amp Extreme better than the average graphics card?

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96 bit wider memory bus
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Amp Extreme has a wider memory bus than the average graphics card (352 bit vs 256 bit). The average graphics card has a memory bus width of 256 bit.
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
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Amp Extreme has a wider memory bus than the average graphics card (352 bit vs 256 bit). The average graphics card has a memory bus width of 256 bit.352 bit vs 256 bit
24 more ROPs
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Amp Extreme has more ROPs than the average graphics card (88 vs 64). The average graphics card has 64 ROPs.
What it is: Total number of render output units on the GPU
When it matters: When you want more context on pixel output capacity, especially for high-resolution play and older raster-heavy engines.
Importance: HIGH
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Amp Extreme has more ROPs than the average graphics card (88 vs 64). The average graphics card has 64 ROPs.88 vs 64
40 more TMUs
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Amp Extreme has more TMUs than the average graphics card (224 vs 184). The average graphics card has 184 TMUs.
What it is: Total count of texture mapping units on the GPU
When it matters: When texture-heavy gaming performance matters and you want extra hardware context behind texture-rate claims.
Importance: HIGH
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Amp Extreme has more TMUs than the average graphics card (224 vs 184). The average graphics card has 184 TMUs.224 vs 184
1 more DVI outputs
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Amp Extreme 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 Ti Amp Extreme has more DVI outputs than the average graphics card (1 vs 0). The average graphics card has 0 DVI outputs.1 vs 0
2.94x cheaper
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Amp Extreme is cheaper than the average graphics card (£180 vs £530).
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Amp Extreme is cheaper than the average graphics card (£180 vs £530).£180 vs £530
10% higher memory bandwidth
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Amp Extreme has a higher memory bandwidth than the average graphics card (492.8 GB/s vs 448 GB/s). The average graphics card has a memory bandwidth of 448 GB/s.
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
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Amp Extreme has a higher memory bandwidth than the average graphics card (492.8 GB/s vs 448 GB/s). The average graphics card has a memory bandwidth of 448 GB/s.492.8 GB/s vs 448 GB/s
12.2% higher user score
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Amp Extreme has a higher user score than the average graphics card (8.98 vs 8.000).
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.
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Amp Extreme has a higher user score than the average graphics card (8.98 vs 8.000).8.98 vs 8
Supports multi-GPU linking
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Amp Extreme 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 Ti Amp Extreme supports multi-GPU linking, the average graphics card does not.
24 more ROPs
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Amp Extreme has more ROPs than the average graphics card (88 vs 64). The average graphics card has 64 ROPs.
40 more TMUs
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Amp Extreme has more TMUs than the average graphics card (224 vs 184). The average graphics card has 184 TMUs.
96 bit wider memory bus
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Amp Extreme has a wider memory bus than the average graphics card (352 bit vs 256 bit). The average graphics card has a memory bus width of 256 bit.
10% higher memory bandwidth
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Amp Extreme has a higher memory bandwidth than the average graphics card (492.8 GB/s vs 448 GB/s). The average graphics card has a memory bandwidth of 448 GB/s.
Supports multi-GPU linking
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Amp Extreme supports multi-GPU linking, the average graphics card does not.
Supports NVLink
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Amp Extreme supports NVLink, the average graphics card does not.
1 more DVI outputs
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Amp Extreme has more DVI outputs than the average graphics card (1 vs 0). The average graphics card has 0 DVI outputs.

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Connectivity & Media

Why is ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Amp Extreme worse than the average graphics card?

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29.6% lower boost clock speed
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Amp Extreme has a lower boost GPU clock than the average graphics card (1,759 MHz vs 2,500 MHz). The average graphics card has a boost GPU clock of 2,500 MHz.
12 fewer compute units
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Amp Extreme has fewer compute units than the average graphics card (28 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 compute units.
14.3% lower base clock speed
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Amp Extreme has a lower base GPU clock than the average graphics card (1,645 MHz vs 1,920 MHz). The average graphics card has a base GPU clock of 1,920 MHz.
99.3% lower FP16 performance
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Amp Extreme has a lower FP16 performance than the average graphics card (0.2 TFLOPS vs 29.5 TFLOPS). The average graphics card has FP16 performance of 29.5 TFLOPS.
6.3% lower pixel rate
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Amp Extreme has a lower pixel rate than the average graphics card (154.8 GPixel/s vs 165.2 GPixel/s). The average graphics card has a pixel rate of 165.2 GPixel/s.
41.1% slower memory speed
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Amp Extreme has a lower effective memory speed than the average graphics card (11,200 MHz vs 19,000 MHz). The average graphics card reaches an effective memory speed of 19,000 MHz.
91.4% smaller L2 cache
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Amp Extreme has fewer L2 cache than the average graphics card (2.8 MB vs 32 MB). The average graphics card has 32 MB L2 cache.
20% slower VRAM clock
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Amp Extreme has a lower VRAM clock than the average graphics card (1,400 MHz vs 1,750 MHz). The average graphics card runs its VRAM at 1,750 MHz.
1 GB less VRAM
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Amp Extreme has fewer VRAM than the average graphics card (11 GB vs 12 GB). The average graphics card has 12 GB VRAM.
62.5% smaller L1 cache
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Amp Extreme 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 Ti Amp Extreme 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 Ti Amp Extreme supports an older PCIe version than the average graphics card (3 vs 4.0).
6 older
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Amp Extreme was released earlier than the average graphics card (2,017 vs 2,023).
No mesh shaders
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Amp Extreme does not support mesh shaders, the average graphics card does.
Worse SAM support
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Amp Extreme offers worse SAM support than the average graphics card (no vs yes).
Older encoder generation
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Amp Extreme uses an older encoder generation than the average graphics card (4 vs 8). The average graphics card uses encoder generation 8.
No sampler feedback
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Amp Extreme does not support sampler feedback, the average graphics card does.
54.8% larger GPU die
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Amp Extreme has a higher GPU die size than the average graphics card (471 mm² vs 304.25 mm²). The average graphics card has a GPU die size of 304.25 mm².
No AV1 encoding
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Amp Extreme does not support AV1 encoding, the average graphics card does.
No AV1 decoding
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Amp Extreme does not support AV1 decoding, the average graphics card does.
No DSC support
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Amp Extreme does not support DSC, the average graphics card does.
Older DisplayPort version
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Amp Extreme supports an older DisplayPort version than the average graphics card (1.4 vs 1.4a).
Older HDMI version
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Amp Extreme supports an older HDMI version than the average graphics card (2.0b vs 2.1).
Older HDCP version
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Amp Extreme supports an older HDCP version than the average graphics card (2.2 vs 2.3).
48.8% higher TDP
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Amp Extreme has a higher TDP than the average graphics card (320 W vs 215 W). The average graphics card has a TDP of 215 W.
50% higher board power limit
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Amp Extreme has a higher board power limit than the average graphics card (330 W vs 220 W). The average graphics card has a board power limit of 220 W.
36.4% higher idle power draw
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Amp Extreme has a higher idle power draw than the average graphics card (15 W vs 11 W). The average graphics card has an idle power draw of 11 W.
7 °C higher idle temperature
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Amp Extreme has a higher idle temperature than the average graphics card (45 °C vs 38 °C). The average graphics card has an idle temperature of 38 °C.
21 mm higher card profile
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Amp Extreme is taller than the average graphics card (148 mm vs 127 mm). The average graphics card has a height of 127 mm.
0.5 slot/s wider design
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Amp Extreme occupies more slots than the average graphics card (2.5 slot/s vs 2 slot/s). The average graphics card occupies 2 slot/s.
39.63 mm longer card length
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Amp Extreme is longer than the average graphics card (325 mm vs 285.37 mm). The average graphics card has a length of 285.37 mm.
29.6% lower boost clock speed
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Amp Extreme has a lower boost GPU clock than the average graphics card (1,759 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 Ti Amp Extreme has a lower boost GPU clock than the average graphics card (1,759 MHz vs 2,500 MHz). The average graphics card has a boost GPU clock of 2,500 MHz.1759 MHz vs 2500 MHz
3.2x larger process node
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Amp Extreme 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 Ti Amp Extreme 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
12 fewer compute units
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Amp Extreme has fewer compute units than the average graphics card (28 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 Ti Amp Extreme has fewer compute units than the average graphics card (28 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 compute units.28 vs 40
41.1% slower memory speed
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Amp Extreme has a lower effective memory speed than the average graphics card (11,200 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 Ti Amp Extreme has a lower effective memory speed than the average graphics card (11,200 MHz vs 19,000 MHz). The average graphics card reaches an effective memory speed of 19,000 MHz.11200 MHz vs 19000 MHz
48.8% higher TDP
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Amp Extreme has a higher TDP than the average graphics card (320 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 Ti Amp Extreme has a higher TDP than the average graphics card (320 W vs 215 W). The average graphics card has a TDP of 215 W.320 W vs 215 W
No AV1 encoding
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Amp Extreme does not support AV1 encoding, the average graphics card does.
What it is: Supports hardware encoding of AV1 video codec
When it matters: When you stream or export video and want efficient AV1 encoding on the GPU.
Importance: LOW
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Amp Extreme does not support AV1 encoding, the average graphics card does.No vs yes
Older PCIe version
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Amp Extreme supports an older PCIe version than the average graphics card (3 vs 4.0).
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
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Amp Extreme supports an older PCIe version than the average graphics card (3 vs 4.0).3.0 vs 4.0
6 older
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Amp Extreme was released earlier than the average graphics card (2,017 vs 2,023).
What it is: Official release or launch date of the GPU
When it matters: When you care about platform age, driver maturity, and how current the design is.
Importance: LOW
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Amp Extreme was released earlier than the average graphics card (2,017 vs 2,023).2,017 vs 2,023

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What customers like about ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Amp Extreme?

One of the fastest factory-overclocked GTX 1080 Ti cards available out of the box
Excellent gaming performance for 1440p and 4K resolutions
Massive IceStorm triple-fan cooling system that keeps the GPU core temperature low
High build quality with a protective metal backplate and customizable RGB lighting
Quiet operation under most loads due to the large heatsink surface area
Include a legacy DVI-D port which many reference models lack

What customers dislike about ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Amp Extreme?

Massive physical footprint (325mm length and 3-slot width) requiring a large chassis
Extremely heavy (nearly 1.6kg), which can lead to GPU sag in some systems
VRM cooling is reported as lackluster compared to the superior GPU core cooling
High power draw with a TDP that can reach up to 320W-384W under peak loads
Occasional reports of coil whine at high frame rates
Limited additional overclocking headroom since it is already aggressively tuned by Zotac

Expert reviews

gamersnexus.net

09/07/2017

Zotac GTX 1080 Ti AMP! Extreme Review: Thermals & Noise

The Zotac GTX 1080 Ti AMP! Extreme is a massive graphics card utilizing nearly three expansion slots and a thick three-fan aluminum heatsink, but its massive size fails to translate into superior cooling efficacy. On the positive side, the card delivers reliable, out-of-the-box gaming performance on par with other high-end 1080 Ti models and features a visually striking design...Read more

gamespot.com

24/07/2017

Zotac GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Amp Extreme Review - GameSpot If you need any performance comparisons between this card and more recent generations, or deta...

The Zotac GeForce GTX 1080 Ti AMP Extreme is identified as an exceptionally fast, factory-overclocked card capable of 4K gaming, featuring robust, customisable Spectra RGB lighting, and an extensive port selection. However, its massive, nearly three-slot design requires, significant space within a PC case, and the high-performance, $770 unit demands a $70 premium over the Founders...Read more

tomshardware.com

07/06/2017

Zotac GeForce GTX 1080 Ti AMP Extreme Review

The Zotac GeForce GTX 1080 Ti AMP Extreme is a massive, factory-overclocked graphics card designed for enthusiast gamers looking for top-tier performance at a relatively competitive price point. Weighing an extreme 1.568 kg and measuring 31 cm in length, this powerhouse requires three expansion slots and features excellent overall build quality with a wrapped backplate for...Read more

techpowerup.com

08/05/2017

Zotac GeForce GTX 1080 Ti AMP! Extreme 11 GB Review | TechPowerUp

The Zotac GeForce GTX 1080 Ti AMP! Extreme is a factory-overclocked powerhouse featuring a 16-phase power delivery system and a triple-fan IceStorm cooler that keeps gaming temperatures as low as 69°C. Key pros include top-tier 4K performance, high-quality build construction with backplate, 3-zone RGB lighting, and a silent idle "Freeze" feature. However, the card has a massive...Read more

guru3d.com

02/05/2017

ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Ti AMP Extreme review - Guru 3d

The Guru3D review of the ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Ti AMP Extreme highlights it as a flagship, heavy-duty graphics card customized to achieve record-breaking performance out of the box. Built on Nvidia's Pascal architecture with the GP102-350 GPU, it features 3,584 CUDA cores and 11 GB of GDDR5X memory running over a 352-bit bus. Pros of this specific model include its elite...Read more

tweaktown.com

11/04/2017

ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Ti AMP! Extreme Edition Review

The ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Ti AMP! Extreme Edition stands out as the fastest custom GTX 1080 Ti graphics card evaluated in this review, successfully outpacing top-tier competitors like the ASUS ROG Strix and MSI Gaming X variants. Built on a custom PCB with a robust power delivery system, the card features out-of-the-box factory overclocks with a base clock of 1645MHz and a boost...Read more

gamestar.de

27/06/2017

Zotac GTX 1080 Ti AMP Extreme im Test - GameStar

The Zotac GeForce GTX 1080 Ti AMP Extreme stands out for its high performance, boasting a base core clock of 1,645 MHz and a boost clock of 1,759 MHz, which is higher than other custom models like the ASUS ROG Strix OC. Zotac also increased the 11 GB of GDDR5X video memory speed to 11.2 GHz, resulting in an improved memory bandwidth of 493 GB/s. To handle this power, the card...Read more

computerbase.de

14/04/2017

Zotac GeForce GTX 1080 Ti AMP! Extreme im Test

The Zotac GeForce GTX 1080 Ti AMP! Extreme stands out as a highly factory-overclocked partner card utilizing Nvidia’s GP102 GPU. It delivers an aggressive base clock of 1,645 MHz and a typical boost clock of 1,749 MHz, easily outpacing competitor cards like the Asus Strix OC and Gigabyte Aorus by roughly 76 MHz and 66 MHz respectively. To achieve these massive speeds, Zotac...Read more

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The Modding.fr review of the Zotac GTX 1080 Ti AMP Extreme highlights it as an absolute powerhouse of a graphics card, featuring a massive, 2.5-slot thick metal shroud and a 16 power phase delivery system. Running a significant factory overclock of 1,645 MHz base and 1,759 MHz boost, this card is geared for maximum performance and is equipped with a triple-fan IceStorm cooling...Read more

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