The ASUS ROG GTX 980 MATRIX-P is an exquisite video card, with extreme performance capabilities, but with an extreme price of $659.99. ASUS has done such a good job with the GTX 980 STRIX DC II OC version that it seems to be the more viable price for most users, and we all know how few of us need the Matrix’ LN2 capabilities. ASUS of course knows that a halo card such as this will have little appeal to a large group of hardware enthusiasts, but it is great to see ASUS continually pushing the boundaries when it comes to GPUs.

“So the Matrix 980 looks amazing, goes quick out of the box but when overclocked it's like a stabbed rat, has lots of bells and whistles, but you're paying for exclusivity.

“The Asus GTX980 ROG Matrix Platinum is a powerhouse GPU, built for overclocking.”

The ASUS GeForce GTX 980 Matrix is no ordinary GTX 980. It comes with a ton of features for hardcore overclockers looking to break records with liquid nitrogen.

If we add to that a very successful design with red and black, the heat pipes also black in color and the logo "republic of gamer" that changes color depending on the load on the brink of perfection. Except that this perfection has a price, and it is between 750 and 800 € (map), a tariff that reserves this jewelry for the wealthy among us.

The ASUS GTX 980 Matrix, is in the big leagues since we have achieved impressive results, especially the cooling system provided.

If it brings a few useful options for extreme overclockers, this card still seems less interesting than its declination Strix, the cooling system really convinced us. Both models however suffer from lack of attention to the level of heat pipes that are not all in direct contact with the GPU.

The graphics card really needs LN2 or water cooling to stretch its powerful wings. Non-overclockers needn't apply.

ASUS MATRIX-GTX980-P-4GD5 is a great product with a premium price tag, which further emphasizes the high quality of Matrix series

ASUS ROG Matrix Platinum GTX 980 (MATRIX-GTX980-P-4GD5) can be called if not better, then one of the best versions of NVIDIA GeForce GTX 980 graphics cards

ASUS GTX 980 MATRIX Platinum is one of the fastest modifications to the GPU flagship from NVIDIA

ASUS has once again demonstrated that it can build a very good card for extreme overclocking. Matrix GTX 980 has a number of facilities for overclckerów and out of the box, you can almost immediately it "nitrided".

ASUS has once again demonstrated that it can build a very good card for extreme overclocking. Matrix GTX 980 has a number of facilities for overclckerów and out of the box, you can almost immediately it "nitrided".

ASUS has once again demonstrated that it can build a very good card for extreme overclocking. Matrix GTX 980 has a number of facilities for overclckerów and out of the box, you can almost immediately it "nitrided".

Uncompromising performance in games 4GB GDDR5 useful for new titles The ratio of performance to power Impressive housing and manufacturing backplate Under light load is quiet A large number of copyright, technology and innovation Not good overclocking potential: BOOST ~ 1550 MHz Prepared for extreme overclocking

Uncompromising performance in games 4GB GDDR5 useful for new titles The ratio of performance to power Impressive housing and manufacturing backplate Under light load is quiet A large number of copyright, technology and innovation Not good overclocking potential: BOOST ~ 1550 MHz Prepared for extreme overclocking

Uncompromising performance in games 4GB GDDR5 useful for new titles The ratio of performance to power Impressive housing and manufacturing backplate Under light load is quiet A large number of copyright, technology and innovation Not good overclocking potential: BOOST ~ 1550 MHz Prepared for extreme overclocking

In a consideration, the ASUS ROG Matrix GTX980 is not the graphic card for the average individual as it is tuned more toward the hardcore overclocker and gamer as can be seen by its price point. But should you be one of the mentioned categories, then this could be the card for you.

In a consideration, the ASUS ROG Matrix GTX980 is not the graphic card for the average individual as it is tuned more toward the hardcore overclocker and gamer as can be seen by its price point. But should you be one of the mentioned categories, then this could be the card for you.

Temperature wise, the DirectCU II is doing quite well; with operating at normal speed, idle temperature hovers around 41°C and peaked at 72°C on full load

The ROG GTX980 Matrix Platinum card is honestly the best card out there

If you are an OC monster, then YES.

If you are an OC monster, then YES.

If you are an OC monster, then YES.

Good performance and temperatures and noise levels more than satisfactory

Asus GTX 980 Matrix Platinum card is the leader of ROG series and the choice of enthusiast overclockers and gamers. It comes with factory overclocked frequencies and with a lot of room for further overclocking. The cooler is excellent and very silent.

Asus GTX 980 Matrix Platinum card is the leader of ROG series and the choice of enthusiast overclockers and gamers. It comes with factory overclocked frequencies and with a lot of room for further overclocking. The cooler is excellent and very silent.

Asus GTX 980 Matrix Platinum card is the leader of ROG series and the choice of enthusiast overclockers and gamers. It comes with factory overclocked frequencies and with a lot of room for further overclocking. The cooler is excellent and very silent.

Asus GTX 980 Matrix Platinum card is the leader of ROG series and the choice of enthusiast overclockers and gamers. It comes with factory overclocked frequencies and with a lot of room for further overclocking. The cooler is excellent and very silent.

Asus GTX 980 Matrix Platinum card is the leader of ROG series and the choice of enthusiast overclockers and gamers. It comes with factory overclocked frequencies and with a lot of room for further overclocking. The cooler is excellent and very silent.

Good performance for gaming and overclocking

Good Design

Best GPU design for OCers

Graphics card ASUS MATRIX-GTX980-P-4GD5 won "PCnews Choice" award for it represents "Cutting edge graphics for the most demanding gamers. It has great cooling, brutal performance and it is sufficiently silent. Energy consumption is somewhat higher than for conventional card, but it is worth the power."

This is a great graphics card that has no rival in the high-end category and offers many enthusiasts who won't regret a money for such a pearl.

Besides currently being the best GeForce GTX 980 model which can be found on the market, Matrix Platinum absolutely meets all the requirements to provide fantastic user experience. Additional options for LN2 overclocking are just a bonus that further make it an interesting model for extreme users. And, even without all mentioned we would still say that Asus GeForce GTX 980 Matrix Platinum is the best "single-GPU" card today.

It is an amazing card, with an admirable level of engineering, an impeccable, silent cooling solution and a very well achieved aesthetics.

It is undeniable that ASUS GTX 980 Matrix Platinum is essentially the best of the series , talking beyond the cold numbers or quantifiable performance. The ASUS GTX 980 Matrix Platinum is a top of the line card where you look at it, a product only for the most exquisite taste and refined tastes. PROS : * Efficient Design * Special features for OC * Architecture Maxwell CONS: * Price slightly higher * The tamper seal does not allow servicing

There is no doubt that this is one of the most powerful and best-constructed GTX980 cards, and is therefore an excellent choice for those who have decided to purchase this model.

High quality making and design, good performance, excellent overclocking potential.

Superior performance, quiet cooler, high quality workmanship, excellent overclocker, good support for 4K, the protective plate on the back of the card, accessories for extreme overclocking, attractive appearance.

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