Strix vs G1 1070?

[ALDJ1]

I want to purchase a gtx 1070, and don't know which to get. The Asus strix is currently in stock for $470, and the Gigabyte is randomly in stock and out of stock at $430 (according to nowinstock.net). Is there large performance differences, features, etc? Should I wait and hope to catch a G1? (Newegg had some G1s in stock today, and it seems like it's every 2 days, but they sell out very quickly).

 

[monsta]

They are both great cards, both have great features and cooling , My preference is the Asus Strix , it has had great reviews and a lot of reviewers recommend it. If you want one now , grab it.

 

[BruhLovin]

I haven't seen actual reviews for the Strix yet but since they're both non Founder's endition cards; they're actually both better. However going on about the G1 it looks promising thus far albeit I'm a Strix fan myself, I'm waiting for more reviews to weigh my options.

 

[Dan425811923]

I like G1 cause it has a bigger and better cooler.

 

[ALDJ1]

Hmmm, yeah, I can't find any reviews on either of them... But yes, I do not have a video card, just sold my friend my r9 380x for 120, and forgiveness on the 50 I owe him.

 

[monsta]

Here is a review of the Strix

http://www.bit-tech.net/hardware/graphics/2016/06/21/asus-geforce-gtx-1070-strix-review/1
It got a very positive review and is highly recommended

 

[ALDJ1]

Monsta, I found that, but the first page deceived me with the pic of the founders edition. Thanks, didn't notice it really is the strix review! Hmmmm

 

[monsta]

Hehe yeah it tricked me too! LOL
The review is quite good.
Turning specifically to the Strix card now, it's clearly an impressive beast. You get a solid overclock out of the box (remember to set it to OC Mode for best performance) and an excellent cooler with RGB lighting allowing you to match it to your RGB case, fans, RAM, PSU, shoes, etc. We also think the dual-HDMI outputs are a neat idea for budding VR users. It certainly commands a hefty premium, arguably a little too much – a memory overclock and extended warranty would definitely sweeten the deal, and Asus's GPU software solutions definitely need work. On this latter point, we're told that a unified software solution (covering more than GPUs) is in the works. If you're chasing a GTX 1070 for purely bang for buck reasons, this isn't the SKU for you. However, if you're looking to get into VR and/or high resolution gaming, are lucky enough to have a £500 budget for graphics hardware but can't quite stretch to a GTX 1080 - £550 at least for a custom-cooled one, and often more – it's a compelling option with plenty to keep enthusiasts happy.

 

[frank_hnd]

from what I've heard the G1 has a very silent cooler and very capable of OC due to the awesome cooling.
sources from Taiwanese friends and chinese websites.

 

[ALDJ1]

Asus Strix is $470 USD here, and the 1080 strix is $680 here. So that is a very large difference.

 

[FalconFan93]

I want to purchase a gtx 1070, and don't know which to get. The Asus strix is currently in stock for $470, and the Gigabyte is randomly in stock and out of stock at $430 (according to nowinstock.net). Is there large performance differences, features, etc? Should I wait and hope to catch a G1? (Newegg had some G1s in stock today, and it seems like it's every 2 days, but they sell out very quickly).

I would get the G1...because...yes the strix has a good reviews but their cooling is not the best and the fans are super loud ramped up plus every asus graphics card I have ever know is terrible at overclocking. gigabyte on the other hand has always been good for me cool and quiet (good oc's for me at least)

For me I would go with the G1 between the two.

 

[ALDJ1]

Gahh, So now it is 2 and 2. I don't know what to do 🙁

 

[frank_hnd]

first world problems...

 

[Decends]

Gahh, So now it is 2 and 2. I don't know what to do 🙁

Then allow me to break the tie for you, i would say the Gigabyte version looks more promising, judging by the reviews on newegg. 😀

 

[ALDJ1]

first world problems...

Gahh, So now it is 2 and 2. I don't know what to do 🙁

Then allow me to break the tie for you, i would say the Gigabyte version looks more promising, judging by the reviews on newegg. 😀

Okay, so 3 for G1, and 2 for Asus. I shall go ahead and wait for tomorrow to happen. I will try to get the G1 when it is in stock tomorrow. If I happen to snatch one, I will stick to the G1. If I do not get it by 5pm tomorrow night, I shall get the Asus

Thank you all for your answer!

 

[FalconFan93]

After taking a quick peek at newegg the g1 has 71 reviews for a average of 5 stars. The strix has 1 review for 5 stars. I also will recommend you take note that the G1 is cheaper but has a custom (edit: stock) PCB. The strix cost more but has a custom PCB.

 

[ALDJ1]

After taking a quick peek at newegg the g1 has 71 reviews for a average of 5 stars. The strix has 1 review for 5 stars. I also will recommend you take note that the G1 is cheaper but has a custom PCB. The strix cost more but has a custom PCB.

So, both boards have a custom PCB?

 

[FalconFan93]

Ok my bad that was a typo the G1 gaming has a stock PCB. Hahaha sorry for the confusion.

 

[ALDJ1]

Ok my bad that was a typo the G1 gaming has a stock PCB. Hahaha sorry for the confusion.

Hmmmm, okay. So are you saying that maybe stock PCBs are better?

 

[FalconFan93]

Ok my bad that was a typo the G1 gaming has a stock PCB. Hahaha sorry for the confusion.

Hmmmm, okay. So are you saying that maybe stock PCBs are better?

No stock PCB's are the pretty much just a FE card that has a custom cooler on it. The custom PCB we are talking about in this case on the asus strix has more VRM's which in theory give you a more stable power delivery = better oc. But in asus's case im not seeing much of a diffence between PCB's in oc clocks

 

[ALDJ1]

Ok my bad that was a typo the G1 gaming has a stock PCB. Hahaha sorry for the confusion.

Hmmmm, okay. So are you saying that maybe stock PCBs are better?

No stock PCB's are the pretty much just a FE card that has a custom cooler on it. The custom PCB we are talking about in this case on the asus strix has more VRM's which in theory give you a more stable power delivery = better oc. But in asus's case im not seeing much of a diffence between PCB's in oc clocks

Ohhhh, okay. So you are saying that in theory, the Asus should be receiving higher OC, however, that isn't the case, so therefore may or may not be worth it?

 

[FalconFan93]

Ok my bad that was a typo the G1 gaming has a stock PCB. Hahaha sorry for the confusion.

Hmmmm, okay. So are you saying that maybe stock PCBs are better?

No stock PCB's are the pretty much just a FE card that has a custom cooler on it. The custom PCB we are talking about in this case on the asus strix has more VRM's which in theory give you a more stable power delivery = better oc. But in asus's case im not seeing much of a diffence between PCB's in oc clocks

Ohhhh, okay. So you are saying that in theory, the Asus should be receiving higher OC, however, that isn't the case, so therefore may or may not be worth it?

Correct.

 

[ALDJ1]

Ok my bad that was a typo the G1 gaming has a stock PCB. Hahaha sorry for the confusion.

Hmmmm, okay. So are you saying that maybe stock PCBs are better?

No stock PCB's are the pretty much just a FE card that has a custom cooler on it. The custom PCB we are talking about in this case on the asus strix has more VRM's which in theory give you a more stable power delivery = better oc. But in asus's case im not seeing much of a diffence between PCB's in oc clocks

Ohhhh, okay. So you are saying that in theory, the Asus should be receiving higher OC, however, that isn't the case, so therefore may or may not be worth it?

Correct.

Hmm, I like your point. So I would basically be paying for the aesthetics if I went with Asus. I guess, maybe I should just wait for a G1, and stop being impatient XD

 

[FalconFan93]

Ok my bad that was a typo the G1 gaming has a stock PCB. Hahaha sorry for the confusion.

Hmmmm, okay. So are you saying that maybe stock PCBs are better?

No stock PCB's are the pretty much just a FE card that has a custom cooler on it. The custom PCB we are talking about in this case on the asus strix has more VRM's which in theory give you a more stable power delivery = better oc. But in asus's case im not seeing much of a diffence between PCB's in oc clocks

Ohhhh, okay. So you are saying that in theory, the Asus should be receiving higher OC, however, that isn't the case, so therefore may or may not be worth it?

Correct.

Hmm, I like your point. So I would basically be paying for the aesthetics if I went with Asus. I guess, maybe I should just wait for a G1, and stop being impatient XD

Hahaha its all up to you at that point!

 

[ALDJ1]

Ok my bad that was a typo the G1 gaming has a stock PCB. Hahaha sorry for the confusion.

Hmmmm, okay. So are you saying that maybe stock PCBs are better?

No stock PCB's are the pretty much just a FE card that has a custom cooler on it. The custom PCB we are talking about in this case on the asus strix has more VRM's which in theory give you a more stable power delivery = better oc. But in asus's case im not seeing much of a diffence between PCB's in oc clocks

Ohhhh, okay. So you are saying that in theory, the Asus should be receiving higher OC, however, that isn't the case, so therefore may or may not be worth it?

Correct.

Hmm, I like your point. So I would basically be paying for the aesthetics if I went with Asus. I guess, maybe I should just wait for a G1, and stop being impatient XD

Hahaha its all up to you at that point!

Hmm, some people re complaining about noise on the G1...

http://www.tomshardware.com/answers/id-3105289/gaming-gtx1070-loud.html