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ASUS ROG presents the fastest and most  powerful graphics card currently available with the limited edition ARES II. Its  dual Radeon™ HD  7970 GHz Edition GPUs and 6GB GDDR5 memory support provide the ultimate PC  gaming experience in a space-saving 2-slot design. The ARES II features exclusive ASUS DIGI+ VRM and Super Alloy Power technologies for greater stability  and product longevity. The bundled ROG Edition GPU Tweak utility allows customers  direct access to graphics card overclocking and tuning options via a  user-friendly interface.
           
            Continuing  the ARES legacy with collectible hardware for enthusiasts
            Launched in the summer of 2010, the original  ROG ARES provided a new milestone in graphics power that soon became an  in-demand commodity among hardware enthusiasts and collectors. ARES II likewise  debuts as a limited edition product, with only 1000 units produced. It ships in  a special ROG-themed case, with each card featuring a laser-etched serial  number on the aluminum backplate to denote its collectible status.
New thermal cooling design enables maximum performance 
            ARES II provides a custom cooler that  utilizes liquid and air cooling to achieve drastically improved heat  dissipation over reference design cards. The hybrid design consists of a closed-cycle  liquid system with dual 120mm fans and a radiator block that easily fits in most  PC cases. The card itself includes an 80mm dust-proof fan to enable additional  cooling for critical components such as video memory and power delivery  components. The new design assures continuous stability even under full load,  and achieves up to 31C cooler operation compared to a reference GTX 690. ARES  II features a 2-slot height design, making it accessible to most PC cases on  the market.
DIGI+  VRM, Super Alloy Power, and GPU Tweak provide unparalleled power
            Exclusive ASUS DIGI+ digital voltage  regulation technology provides precise power delivery to bolster graphics card  stability and help increase overclocking flexibility. The 20-phase Super Alloy  Power architecture, consisting of heavy duty solid state capacitors, high  quality chokes and MOSFETs can withstand higher temperatures and stress loads than  typical designs while providing a much longer lifespan. Users can modify card  parameters including core and memory speeds, fan performance, and voltages  using the bundled ROG Edition GPU Tweak utility, all via a user-friendly  interface. Multiple profiles for individual games and applications can also be  set up, and GPU Tweak doubles as a monitoring program for keeping an eye on  ARES II temperatures and power consumption levels.
Specifications
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               
Model name ARES2-6GD5
Graphics engine2 x AMD Radeon™ HD 7970 GHz Edition
System busPCI Express 3.0 x 16
Video memory6GB GDDR5
Boost clock1100MHz (base clock: 1050MHz)
Memory clock6600MHz (1650MHz GDDR5)
Memory interface768-bit (2 x 384-bit)
Maximum DVI resolution2560 x 1600
Maximum VGA resolution2048 x 1536
Microsoft Direct3D versionDirectX® 11
I/O1 x single link DVI / 1 x dual link DVI / 1 x HDMI via adapter/ 4 x    native DisplayPort
Bundled accessories3 x 8-pin power cable / 1 x DVI to HDMI adapter / 1 x extended    CrossFireX™ bridge
Minimum recommended
                        power supply
850W (42A on the 12V rail)
Power
                        connectors
3 x 8-pin
DimensionsCard: 11.8” x 5.5” x 1.8”
                        Fan block: 4.6” x 5.8” x 1.9”
                        Fan: 4.7” x 4.7” x 1”
                        Liquid cooling tube length: 13.4”
           
Availability  and pricing
            To be announced near product launch and may  vary by market. Product specifications and features may change without prior  notice. Check usa.asus.com or rog.asus.com for further details.