Review and testing of the MSI GeForce RTX 4080 SUPRIM X graphics card
In our test this time, the top-end graphics card from MSI GeForce RTX 4080 SUPRIM X is involved, kindly provided to us by MSI . This video card is based on the Ada Lovelace architecture, operates at a frequency of 2850 MHz, has 9728 stream processors and 16 gigabytes of video memory.
| APPEARANCE AND CHARACTERISTICS |
This subsection of our review reveals the main aspects of the MSI GeForce RTX 4080 SUPRIM X, such as appearance and hardware configuration.
| APPEARANCE AND CHARACTERISTICS |
The MSI GeForce RTX 4080 SUPRIM X graphics card comes in the same packaging as the MSI GeForce RTX 4090 SUPRIM X, along with a gaming mouse pad.
The MSI GeForce RTX 4080 SUPRIM X kit includes the graphics card itself, a power adapter, and a bracket to support the graphics card.
On the side we have a 12-pin power connector and a bios switch.
The cooling system of the MSI GeForce RTX 4080 SUPRIM X is based on 7 heat pipes, just like the MSI GeForce RTX 4090 SUPRIM X.
The video card has 4 video outputs - 1 HDMI and 3 DisplayPort, all of which support 8K resolution and 60 Hz. At 4K resolution, we can get a screen refresh rate of 144Hz.
On the reverse side of the MSI GeForce RTX 4090 SUPRIM X, there is a rather immodest cut-out for greater airflow capacity, in general, the design is the same for all 4080/4090.
MSI GeForce RTX 4080 SUPRIM X and MSI GeForce RTX 4090 SUPRIM X look like twins, even though they are.
MSI GeForce RTX 4080 SUPRIM X is built on AD103 GPU with 9728 CUDA cores. The frequency limit of this instance is 2625 MHz, but in games it reaches 2875 MHz. The video card received 16 GB of GDDR6X memory with a frequency of 22 GHz. The memory bandwidth is 0.768 TB/s.
| MSI GeForce RTX 3080 SUPRIM X 12G |
The MSI GeForce RTX 3080 SUPRIM X 12 GB graphics card is based on the GA102 GPU, like the GeForce RTX 3080, but has significant differences. The GeForce RTX 3080 with 10 GB relies on 68 SMs, that is, 68 RT cores and 272 Tensor cores. Accordingly, 8.704 FP32 and 4.352 INT32 computing units are used. But the GeForce RTX 3080 with 12 GB of video memory already has 70 SM, respectively, 8.960 FP32 and 4.480 INT32 computing units. In addition, 70 RT cores and 280 Tensor cores are already installed.
The memory interface of the GeForce RTX 3080 with 12 GB is 384-bit, as is the case with the GeForce RTX 3080 Ti and GeForce RTX 3090 graphics cards. The memory clock speed is 1.188 MHz, so the memory bandwidth has increased from 760 GB / s to 912.4 GB / s .
As we can see, its design was largely transferred to the MSI GeForce RTX 4080 SUPRIM X and we can visually compare it with it below:
The MSI GeForce RTX 4080 SUPRIM X looks monstrous compared to the MSI GeForce RTX 3080 SUPRIM X, although the MSI GeForce RTX 3080 SUPRIM X is not very small...
| TECHNOLOGIES |
Design
The second iteration of the SUPRIM inherits its predecessor's exterior design philosophy with a brushed metal cover, octagonal fan cutouts, and backlighting on each fan. The bevelled edges are polished several times to achieve a mirror-like finish. Clean, sharp lines underline the thoughtful design.
The motif of straight lines continues around the fans with octagonal cutouts with polished 45 degree bevelled edges.
Cooling system TRI FROZR 3S
Updated fans, airflow control and other thermal innovations make TRI-FROZR 3S the best air-cooling solution MSI TORX FAN 5.0 includes design improvements resulting in +23% more airflow than conventional fan.
When the temperature is relatively low and active cooling is not required, the fans stop completely using Zero Frozr technology, eliminating all noise. The fans will automatically start spinning when the key components get hot while playing.
TORX FAN 5.0 fans and Zero Frozr technology
Each TORX FAN 5.0 fan is equipped with double ball bearings to ensure years of reliable performance. When the temperature is relatively low and active cooling is not required, the fans stop completely using Zero Frozr technology, eliminating all noise. The fans will automatically start spinning when the key components get hot while playing.
Evaporation chamber
The evaporation chamber is great for quick temperature equalization on a flat surface. The GPU and video memory are covered with a vapor chamber that quickly transfers heat to the heat pipes. Precision-machined CORE PIPE heatpipes provide maximum contact area with the GPU vapor chamber and distribute heat along the entire length of the heatsink.
Sections of different radiator fins break unwanted airflow harmonics and reduce noise. Updated heatpipe routing provides more room for additional heatsink fins. The radiator fins are arranged in a V-shape along the airflow path. The optimized tilt angle directs the air resistance vector closer to the center of the radiator, resulting in an increase in the speed of expelling warm air.
Highly efficient technological base
Improvements in materials in the manufacture of chokes have culminated in the form of highly efficient carbonyl inductors. One-piece molding allows this design to operate with less throttle noise and better electrical filtering.
Smart Power Stages (SPS) are highly efficient and allow precise current regulation with less resistance. This results in less power loss and less heat generated by the power system. Additional fuses located on a specially designed circuit board provide additional protection against electrical shock.
MSI Center
MSI Center software allows you to monitor and configure MSI products in real time.
Mystic Light allows you to control lighting for both MSI products and compatible third-party RGB products.
| HEATING AND POWER CONSUMPTION |
As for overclocking, the results are presented below:
With these parameters, the video card remains stable and the frequency of the graphics chip in games reaches 2.95 GHz.
The MSI GeForce RTX 4080 SUPRIM X gluttony test was carried out in conjunction with an Intel Core i9 13900K 3.2 GHz + Z690 AORUS MASTER in a closed Thermaltake Core V51 case:
In the "Donut" in stock mode, the MSI GeForce RTX 4080 SUPRIM X shows 61 degrees, the consumption is 326 watts. From the outlet, the system consumes about 447 watts.
In overclocking, the MSI GeForce RTX 4080 SUPRIM X temperature already reaches 69 degrees, the consumption is 395 watts. From the outlet, the system consumes about 537 watts.
In Cyberpunk 2077 in stock mode, the MSI GeForce RTX 4080 SUPRIM X shows 57 degrees, consumption is 291 watts. From the outlet, the system consumes about 551 watts.
In Cyberpunk 2077, overclocking the MSI GeForce RTX 4080 SUPRIM X shows 55 degrees, consuming 320 watts. From the outlet, the system consumes about 585 watts.
Now let's summarize these temperature and power consumption indicators in tables, with the results we obtained earlier:
As we can see, in FurMark, the power consumption of the MSI GeForce RTX 4080 SUPRIM X card is the lowest, just like in games.
The temperature range of the MSI GeForce RTX 4080 SUPRIM X card is quite good and even in overclocking the card is quite cold.
| TEST PART |
| Test configuration | |
| test stands |
32 GB DDR5 6000@6400 CL30 KingstonFURY Renegade Kingston FURY Renegade PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 SSD  |
| multimedia equipment |
Power Supply Seasonic PRIME TX-1000 |
| Software configuration |
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| operating system | Windows 10 21H2/ Windows 11(Alder Lake) |
| Graphics driver |
Nvidia GeForce/ION Driver Release 527.56 WHQL AMD Radeon Adrenalin Edition 22.11.2 |
| Monitoring programs |
MSI Afterburner |
| GAMES |
| Horizon Zero Dawn |
Testing took place at maximum quality settings in the game itself. Our test section.
In Horizon Zero Dawn, the performance of the MSI GeForce RTX 4090 SUPRIM X is comparable at the highest level.
| Marvel's Spider-Man Remastered |
Testing took place at maximum quality settings and with ray tracing. Our test section.
In this game, the performance of MSI GeForce RTX 4080 SUPRIM X is at a high level.
| Cyberpunk 2077 |
Testing took place at maximum quality settings and with ray tracing. Our test section.
In Cyberpunk 2077, the performance of the MSI GeForce RTX 4080 SUPRIM X is comfortable only with DLSS.
| Need for Speed Unbound |
Testing took place at maximum quality settings and with ray tracing. Our test section.
In NFS, the performance of the MSI GeForce RTX 4080 SUPRIM X is at a comfortable level.
| UNCHARTED: Legacy of Thieves Collection |
Testing was carried out at maximum quality settings. Our test section .
In UNCHARTED: Legacy of Thieves Collection, the MSI GeForce RTX 4080 SUPRIM X delivers excellent performance.
| Metro Exodus Enhanced Edition |
Testing took place at maximum quality settings and with ray tracing. The test was carried out in the benchmark.
In Metro Exodus Enhanced Edition, the performance of MSI GeForce RTX 4080 SUPRIM X is comparable to MSI GeForce RTX 3080 SUPRIM X + DLSS.
| God of War |
Testing took place at maximum quality settings with DLSS. Our test section.
In God of War again, the MSI GeForce RTX 4090 SUPRIM X performs well, and the MSI GeForce RTX 3080 SUPRIM X is also on par .
| Forza Horizon 5 |
Testing took place at maximum quality settings (with ray tracing). Our test section.
In Forza Horizon 5 with a very ray-traced MSI GeForce RTX 4080 SUPRIM X performed well .
| Assassin's Creed Valhalla |
Testing was carried out at maximum quality settings. Our test section.
In Assassin's Creed Valhalla, the MSI GeForce RTX 4080 SUPRIM X almost catches up with the MSI GeForce RTX 4090 SUPRIM X.
| war zone |
Testing was carried out at maximum quality settings. Our test section.
Well, in Call of Duty: Warzone 2.0, the MSI GeForce RTX 4080 SUPRIM X provides a comfortable frame rate.
| The Callisto Protocol |
Testing took place at maximum quality settings (with ray tracing). Our test section.
In this game, the MSI GeForce RTX 4080 SUPRIM X, alas, will not have enough...
| CONCLUSION |
Well, based on testing the MSI GeForce RTX 4080 SUPRIM X, we can conclude that this is one of the best GeForce RTX 4080 graphics cards on the market, as well as the fastest. The video card has quite high frequencies out of the box, so overclocking is not particularly applicable to it.
Advantages
- great performance
- good overclocking potential
Cons
- the price makes you wonder
MSI GeForce RTX 3080 SUPRIM X 12G is currently also a good solution for games even in 4K resolutions. The card is only slightly weaker than the GeForce RTX 3080 Ti, and if you can find it at the right price, then this is just the perfect solution for modern gaming.
Advantages
- great performance
- card dimensions are available for most cases
Disadvantages
- at the moment it is difficult to find it on sale
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