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Does this update also relates to the Hydro series? Just - and I mean just purchased the 780 hydro 3 gb - and was going to buy one more for sli. Now I will wait until Hydro is available in 6 GB- as I believe that performance of 6 gb is double the 3 gb? I also believe that a 3 gb wont do sli with a 6 gb?

I was told by Jacob that there are no plans to release a HC version at this time. That doesn't mean it will never happen, but for now, no plans.
 
No, the performance is not doubled (a common misconception by many). You would likely see no perceptible difference, unless gaming at very high resolutions, and even then...or doing some Graphics work that specifically uses that RAM.
 
A 6 SLI'd with a 3 will only utilize 3, so no.
 
 

So, if its true, there are no "perceptible difference" I´d rather stay with my 3gb 780 hydro - and buy one more (as prices are surely dropping for 3 gb versions soon) - instead of going through the hassel that the step-up program is asking.

Exactly.  I am just going to get another Classified 780 and SLI.  You can get the after market water blocks too if you find it is cheaper to do it that way.  EVGA sells the blocks on the website even.  I decided to run only a 1440P or 1600P single monitor so I shouldn't need more than 3 GB for a while.  Even my 1 GB card from another vendor still performs admirably.

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monievga12
Does this update also relates to the Hydro series? Just - and I mean just purchased the 780 hydro 3 gb - and was going to buy one more for sli. Now I will wait until Hydro is available in 6 GB- as I believe that performance of 6 gb is double the 3 gb? I also believe that a 3 gb wont do sli with a 6 gb?

I was told by Jacob that there are no plans to release a HC version at this time. That doesn't mean it will never happen, but for now, no plans.
 
No, the performance is not doubled (a common misconception by many). You would likely see no perceptible difference, unless gaming at very high resolutions, and even then...or doing some Graphics work that specifically uses that RAM.
 
A 6 SLI'd with a 3 will only utilize 3, so no.
 
 

So, if its true, there are no "perceptible difference" I´d rather stay with my 3gb 780 hydro - and buy one more (as prices are surely dropping for 3 gb versions soon) - instead of going through the hassel that the step-up program is asking.

Exactly.  I am just going to get another Classified 780 and SLI.  You can get the after market water blocks too if you find it is cheaper to do it that way.  EVGA sells the blocks on the website even.  I decided to run only a 1440P or 1600P single monitor so I shouldn't need more than 3 GB for a while.  Even my 1 GB card from another vendor still performs admirably.

So, does anyone know if the 6GB versions will use be able to use the current 780 water blocks? Didn't see an answer on the air fan question earlier on if it was the same reference design. If the extra memory still fits under the current water blocks, I'll wait and make my own hydro from the 6GB versions.

when is the 6gb gonna be released for retail, they seem to take ages in releasing anything, still stuff from CES 2014 they said that would release in feb and still no show,

grimmace

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monievga12
Does this update also relates to the Hydro series? Just - and I mean just purchased the 780 hydro 3 gb - and was going to buy one more for sli. Now I will wait until Hydro is available in 6 GB- as I believe that performance of 6 gb is double the 3 gb? I also believe that a 3 gb wont do sli with a 6 gb?

I was told by Jacob that there are no plans to release a HC version at this time. That doesn't mean it will never happen, but for now, no plans.
 
No, the performance is not doubled (a common misconception by many). You would likely see no perceptible difference, unless gaming at very high resolutions, and even then...or doing some Graphics work that specifically uses that RAM.
 
A 6 SLI'd with a 3 will only utilize 3, so no.
 
 

So, if its true, there are no "perceptible difference" I´d rather stay with my 3gb 780 hydro - and buy one more (as prices are surely dropping for 3 gb versions soon) - instead of going through the hassel that the step-up program is asking.

Exactly.  I am just going to get another Classified 780 and SLI.  You can get the after market water blocks too if you find it is cheaper to do it that way.  EVGA sells the blocks on the website even.  I decided to run only a 1440P or 1600P single monitor so I shouldn't need more than 3 GB for a while.  Even my 1 GB card from another vendor still performs admirably.

So, does anyone know if the 6GB versions will use be able to use the current 780 water blocks? Didn't see an answer on the air fan question earlier on if it was the same reference design. If the extra memory still fits under the current water blocks, I'll wait and make my own hydro from the 6GB versions.

 
 According to Jacob over on OCN, the memory density is increased, not the number of chips so the same waterblocks should work. For reference: http://www.overclock.net/...l/650_50#post_22128860

well just started my step up going from a 3GB classified to 6GB SC. I love the classified but doesn't seem like a good overclocker to be honest.
 

killer_hz
well just started my step up going from a 3GB classified to 6GB SC. I love the classified but doesn't seem like a good overclocker to be honest.
 

I get a boost clock 1267 stable max 1293

friedric
@Jacob Wil there be a backplates for the 6 GB GTX 780 SC  ? 

I'm wondering the same thing, I've already sent out my 3GB 780 for the step up. I really hope my backplate will fit the new one that arrives, I'm expecting it will though.

edward.lara

friedric
@Jacob Wil there be a backplates for the 6 GB GTX 780 SC  ? 

I'm wondering the same thing, I've already sent out my 3GB 780 for the step up. I really hope my backplate will fit the new one that arrives, I'm expecting it will though.

I'd like to know as well, as the card I'm trading in *isn't* a 780. Also, can I send back the backplates for my card used in the Step-Up? Have 2, both unused (plastic film still on and everything!) as my build hasn't yet been completed. Would be awesome if I could get credit for those too! But I understand if that's not an option.

so front page says sign ups are closed ... i WAS about to drop on a 780Ti
whats the word on getting a 6GB ver of that? and or when can i just buy a 780 6GB?

bigmac121

killer_hz
well just started my step up going from a 3GB classified to 6GB SC. I love the classified but doesn't seem like a good overclocker to be honest.
 

I get a boost clock 1267 stable max 1293

i can't get that... low 12's. i love having a classified but i guess i wanted or thought would get better results.
guessing going form 3GB to 6GB not a bad thing for like $80...