Reviewers Liked

  • Fastest graphics card available
  • Very overclockable
  • PC gamers with deep pockets shouldn't look any further than this, unless they have a high-end Pascal GPU already
  • 11 GB VRAM
  • Backplate included
  • No hotter than vanilla GTX 1080 despite big performance boost
  • DisplayPort-to-DVI adapter included in box
  • Improved cooling

Reviewers Didn't Like

  • Not as quiet as some board partner designs
  • Reference-style cooling isn't as efficient as custom coolers
  • A pricey investment for most
  • GPU runs a tad hot