Syed117
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Sorry if this is a stupid question, but what is the difference between the 1080 Ti FE that Nvidia sells directly and the EVGA branded card?
Are they identical?
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Re: Difference between EVGA and Nvidia FE?
2017/03/13 07:49:11
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☄ Helpfulby Syed117 2017/03/13 07:50:01
Identical. The only difference will be the nvidia stamp on the pci bracket usually.
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Re: Difference between EVGA and Nvidia FE?
2017/03/13 07:50:28
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Identical. The only difference will be the nvidia stamp on the pci bracket usually.
Thanks, I appreciate it.
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Re: Difference between EVGA and Nvidia FE?
2017/03/13 07:53:11
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☄ Helpfulby Syed117 2017/03/13 07:54:19
Scarlet-Tech
Identical. The only difference will be the nvidia stamp on the pci bracket usually.
You forgot to mention the biggest difference between the two. EVGA warranty, customer service and the ability to change the cooler without the worry of losing the warranty.
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Re: Difference between EVGA and Nvidia FE?
2017/03/13 07:54:58
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Scarlet-Tech
Identical. The only difference will be the nvidia stamp on the pci bracket usually.
You forgot to mention the biggest difference between the two. EVGA warranty, customer service and the ability to change the cooler without the worry of losing the warranty.
Then I'm glad I got the EVGA version.
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Re: Difference between EVGA and Nvidia FE?
2017/03/13 08:10:54
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Always get the EVGA version. Their products are the best, customer service is top notch and the support is like no other.
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Re: Difference between EVGA and Nvidia FE?
2017/03/13 08:32:15
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Scarlet-Tech
Identical. The only difference will be the nvidia stamp on the pci bracket usually.
You forgot to mention the biggest difference between the two. EVGA warranty, customer service and the ability to change the cooler without the worry of losing the warranty.
+1 and MORE  Here are just a few of the things that make EVGA stand out: - EVGA's Warranty - EVGA offers a variety of warranties to fit your needs. Just in case something happens, EVGA has one of the most painless warranty procedures out there!
- EVGA's Step Up - Protect your investment within 90 days of your purchase and upgrade your graphics card or motherboard!
- EVGA's 24/7 Tech Support - US-Based tech support is industry-renowned to have some of the most knowledgeable techs out there. If you need help setting up your system, we'll be there for you whenever you want!
- EVGA's Community - We have one of the most loyal and knowledgeable fan bases out there. Join us on the forums and in the chat to get help or hang out.
- EVGA's Promotions - We constantly have promotions going on. Anything from the Twitter contest, gaming tournaments and scavenger hunts are all fair game. Even if you don't have an EVGA product you can join for a possibility to win!
- http://www.evga.com/rewards/
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Re: Difference between EVGA and Nvidia FE?
2017/03/13 11:52:08
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Cool GTX
tke899
You forgot to mention the biggest difference between the two. EVGA warranty, customer service and the ability to change the cooler without the worry of losing the warranty.
+1 and MORE
Here are just a few of the things that make EVGA stand out:
- EVGA's Warranty - EVGA offers a variety of warranties to fit your needs. Just in case something happens, EVGA has one of the most painless warranty procedures out there!
- EVGA's Step Up - Protect your investment within 90 days of your purchase and upgrade your graphics card or motherboard!
- EVGA's 24/7 Tech Support - US-Based tech support is industry-renowned to have some of the most knowledgeable techs out there. If you need help setting up your system, we'll be there for you whenever you want!
- EVGA's Community - We have one of the most loyal and knowledgeable fan bases out there. Join us on the forums and in the chat to get help or hang out.
- EVGA's Promotions - We constantly have promotions going on. Anything from the Twitter contest, gaming tournaments and scavenger hunts are all fair game. Even if you don't have an EVGA product you can join for a possibility to win!
- http://www.evga.com/rewards/
That's exactly why when I decided to grab a Founders Edition there was no way I was getting another brand, especially of an identical card. Options! I can change the cooler if I want, step up if I see an option I like, or leave it the way it is and have peace of mind with the warranty support.
post edited by cdburrus - 2017/03/17 16:43:34
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Re: Difference between EVGA and Nvidia FE?
2017/03/13 12:44:56
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Syed117
Sorry if this is a stupid question, but what is the difference between the 1080 Ti FE that Nvidia sells directly and the EVGA branded card?
Are they identical?
The card sold by nvidia is built & designed by nvidia. The card sold by evga is built & designed by evga based on nvidia reference design.
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Re: Difference between EVGA and Nvidia FE?
2017/03/13 13:15:53
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There is a blizzard about to hit the northeast.
My EVGA FE is supposed to be here Wednesday.
Let's see what happens. I'm guessing it will be delayed until Thursday.
So close.
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Re: Difference between EVGA and Nvidia FE?
2017/03/13 13:42:11
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Syed117
There is a blizzard about to hit the northeast.
My EVGA FE is supposed to be here Wednesday.
Let's see what happens. I'm guessing it will be delayed until Thursday.
So close.
I've been expecting the exact same thing from mine shipping from Newegg. Due by 8pm Wednesday, but I bet it'll end up being Thursday.
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Re: Difference between EVGA and Nvidia FE?
2017/03/13 16:23:55
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If you are getting a Ref/FE, it's a no brainer, it must be EVGA!
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Re: Difference between EVGA and Nvidia FE?
2017/03/15 12:25:26
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I have been choosing the EVGA cards vs. "original" NVidia (even for the Founders Edition) due to flexibility to replace the stock cooler with water block without loosing the warranty. Also the EVGA option to buy the extended warranty is nice (even though the tech evolved so rapidly that in 3 years the today's king of the hill might be just a mid-range card. I thought I would be set forever with 3-way Kepler Titan SLI; 3 years later I am giving in and replacing them with 2-way 1080Ti)
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Re: Difference between EVGA and Nvidia FE?
2017/03/15 13:24:57
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Thanks everyone.
I didn't want to make another thread, so here's another question.
Just picked up a powerlink. It was $10 which seems about right for what it is.
The 1080 Ti FE has a 8+6 pins for power. I've swapped about the 8+8 on the powerlink to make it an 8+6.
On side where I plug the power cables in, it's an 8+8.
I'll be plugging both those 8 pin connectors correct? Wasn't sure if I would be leaving the extra 2 pin dangling like I would have if I was plugging the cables directly into the card.
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Re: Difference between EVGA and Nvidia FE?
2017/03/15 13:29:50
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☄ Helpfulby Syed117 2017/03/15 13:30:22
Syed117
Thanks everyone.
I didn't want to make another thread, so here's another question.
Just picked up a powerlink. It was $10 which seems about right for what it is.
The 1080 Ti FE has a 8+6 pins for power. I've swapped about the 8+8 on the powerlink to make it an 8+6.
On side where I plug the power cables in, it's an 8+8.
I'll be plugging both those 8 pin connectors correct? Wasn't sure if I would be leaving the extra 2 pin dangling like I would have if I was plugging the cables directly into the card.
Yes, you can plug in both 8 pin connectors on the PSU end of the PowerLink. That is how mine is setup for my 8+6 pin GPU.
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Re: Difference between EVGA and Nvidia FE?
2017/03/15 13:31:24
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Syed117
Thanks everyone.
I didn't want to make another thread, so here's another question.
Just picked up a powerlink. It was $10 which seems about right for what it is.
The 1080 Ti FE has a 8+6 pins for power. I've swapped about the 8+8 on the powerlink to make it an 8+6.
On side where I plug the power cables in, it's an 8+8.
I'll be plugging both those 8 pin connectors correct? Wasn't sure if I would be leaving the extra 2 pin dangling like I would have if I was plugging the cables directly into the card.
Yes, you can plug in both 8 pin connectors on the PSU end of the PowerLink. That is how mine is setup for my 8+6 pin GPU.
Thank you! Now I just need Fedex to deliver my card... Was supposed to be here today, but there has been no update to tracking since Friday  Hopefully tomorrow.
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Re: Difference between EVGA and Nvidia FE?
2017/03/15 13:46:28
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Nvidia cards Do Not have a transferable warranty.... original owner only  EVGA cards cover anyone under guest RMA program 
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Re: Difference between EVGA and Nvidia FE?
2017/03/16 08:13:11
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Another stupid question: I know the cards are identical but does EVGA replace the thermal paste? Seems like the obvious answer is no but it would be cool if they did.
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Re: Difference between EVGA and Nvidia FE?
2017/03/16 08:19:58
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Syed117
Thank you!
Now I just need Fedex to deliver my card...
Was supposed to be here today, but there has been no update to tracking since Friday
Hopefully tomorrow.
FedEx finally switched the status of my delivery to "Pending" after midnight and it just changed to today about 40 min ago. It's out for delivery now after sitting in Newark, NJ from Monday afternoon til this morning. Hope you get yours today, too.
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Re: Difference between EVGA and Nvidia FE?
2017/03/16 08:22:02
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Another stupid question: I know the cards are identical but does EVGA replace the thermal paste? Seems like the obvious answer is no but it would be cool if they did.
Doubtful, BUT...they allow you to do that without voiding the warranty.
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Re: Difference between EVGA and Nvidia FE?
2017/03/16 08:27:22
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zswickliffe
Another stupid question: I know the cards are identical but does EVGA replace the thermal paste? Seems like the obvious answer is no but it would be cool if they did.
Doubtful, BUT...they allow you to do that without voiding the warranty.
I agree it's doubtful, that's why I bought EVGA :) Edit: for fun I asked EVGA and they responded: Hello,
Unfortunately, we do not re-apply the thermal paste with our own thermal paste. You are correct in that it does not void the warranty if you re-apply the thermal paste. Let us know if you have any other questions.
Regards,
EVGA
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Re: Difference between EVGA and Nvidia FE?
2017/03/17 02:28:59
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Question - Founders Edition cooler, is this manufactured only by nVidia itself? Or EVGA also makes 'em?
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Re: Difference between EVGA and Nvidia FE?
2017/03/17 10:58:03
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Question - Founders Edition cooler, is this manufactured only by nVidia itself? Or EVGA also makes 'em?
Nvidia only I believe.
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