**ASUS ROG Matrix GTX 980 delivers 13% faster game performance than reference design**
- Direct CU II with 10mm heatpipe: 25% cooler performance & 3X quieter acoustics compared to reference
- Cool Tech Fan technology: Hybrid design for multi-directional cooling
- DIGI+ VRM with black metallic capacitors & 14-phase Super Alloy Power: 30%-less power noise & 5X-greater durability
- Memory Defroster: Instant defrost. Say goodbye to cold bugs
- Safe Mode: One-press VBIOS restore
- ROG Color-coded Load Indicator: At-a-glance GPU load level
- GPU Tweak: Modify clock speeds, voltages, fan performance & more, all via an intuitive interface
- GPU Tweak Streaming: Share on-screen action in real time
- so others can watch live as games are played **I Rule My Game
- Record Breaking Performance** ROG Matrix graphics cards are designed by overclockers for overclockers. Pre-loaded with a variety of ROG exclusive tools for instant & safe overclocking, ROG Matrix revolutionized how overclocking is done & continues to innovate & shatter world records. For serious gamers Matrix's renowned & highly-trusted legacy as the coolest, quietest & smoothest graphics cards available create the perfect balance between spectacular power & out-of-the-box simplicity. Treat yourself to the winning edge -- all dressed up in the seductive ROG wardrobe. ** Direct CU II with 10mm Heatpipe: 25% cooler. 3X quieter.** An exclusive & award-winning cooling technology that puts industry-leading highly-conductive 10mm copper cooling pipes in direct contact with your Matrix card's graphics-processing unit (GPU), dissipating heat with extreme efficiency. Along with high-performance Cool Tech fan technology, Direct CU II keeps Matrix up to 25% (11°C) cooler & three times (3X) quieter than reference designs -- & that means faster, distraction-free gaming for you!