I noticed the current listing of the 970 back plate compatibility leaves out the newest 3975-KR model ACX card, which I just bought yesterday for SLI with my current 1972-KR. Is it safe to assume it *is* compatible with this back plate? Sorry if this has been answered, but I couldn't find it mentioned here previously. Also, just a shot in the dark, but what are the odds of another free back plate promotion with a purchase? I will say however that with the current two free games promo, I won't look a gift horse in the mouth...thanks EVGA!


04G-P4-2972-KR  04G-P4-2974-KR  04G-P4-2975-KR  04G-P4-2978-KR  04G-P4-3979-KB 

Yes and they work perfectly! I was worried about problems due to the updated design and speeds, but I have them both overclocked to the same speed through precision. Some tech sites like Toms Hardware have reported problems on the 900-series and using different manufacturer cards/speeds. The main reason I got a second card was for Project Cars and racing in the rain at 1440p...it was horrible on a single 970...dipping down into the 40s. Now the race sim never gets below 60fps no matter the amount of traffic and rain. Other heavy hitters like Crysis 3 are off the chain now too. Couldn't be happier.

Also it is interesting watching the performance difference in GPU-Z with the two cards when under load. That new ACX cooler runs 12C cooler than the reference blower cooler. Amazing. I really need a back plate though as it is drooping some what.
 
Edit: I will also add that I wasn't used to that new card not spinning up the fans when cool even with a custom set fan profiles. Scared me at first when I looked in GPU-Z and saw 0% RPM.... =8-o

You need this back plate. http://www.evga.com/Produ...aspx?pn=100-BP-3973-B9
There are 2 back plates the one I listed above for your GPU and the FTW+ and the other one that fits your old GPU number and all the others.

No problem. And Im surprised your not having problems, but that's awesome if your not.

And a desktop screenshot...