Question Questions about custom loop GPU waterblock

[HydroDynamixx]

Hello TsHW fam, I am in need of your assistance!

I am interested in water cooling my GPU, as I have already done with my CPU. I have a MSI RTX 2080 VENTUS 8G (Non-OC version). I have a few questions about this card relative to water cooling.

1. I have read that this is a reference design card, is this true?
   1. If true, will all reference design PCB waterblocks fit my card?
2. There is an OverClocked version of this card as well, Known as the MSI RTX 2080 VENTUS 8G OC. Are there any differences between my card and the overclocked version, as far as waterblock fitting goes? Could I use a waterblock designed for the 8G OC on my Non-OC card?
3. If you have the time, could you help me find compatible waterblocks? I would prefer an EK waterblock for it. As they have a good reputation which is important when it comes to putting water in a computer. Although, I am not opposed to other suggestions.

Thanks!

 

[Gmoney06ss]

https://www.ekwb.com/configurator/step1_complist

The ek block says it will not fit. But you may want to do some further searching. Maybe check some MSI specific forums. If it is a reference pcb, I don't see why it wouldn't be compatible.

If you're in the states, check out performance-pcs. They have several RTX series blocks, and may very well have a compatible one.