MSI GT80 3dMark Scores, test and tune

It uses an 80 plus bronze SFX 450W desktop unit in the box.

 

This is what somewhat irks me, because it shows that our 330W psu could handle higher than 47W TDP. If only these CPUs were at least 60W, we could enjoy much higher performance!


..... at hotter temps

 

Model 021
Test Fire Strike 1.1
Thermal Compound Mod (MX-4)
CPU/GPU tuning Yes : CPU -55mV / GPU : Core +100 MHz ; Memory +100 MHz
Shift Mode Sport
Driver : 350.05
Room/Ambient Temperature 23°C
Comments The CPU temp is a bit high

http://www.3dmark.com/3dm/6672026

 

Model 009
Test Fire Strike
Termal compund CLU on CPU and Antec7 on GPUs
CPU Tuning -60 dynamic core voltage offset (Stock Clocks CPU & GPU)
Shift Mode Sport
Room/Ambient Temperature 72
Comments SLI Disabled rebooted then test performed on a 1 x 980m as requested.

 

Model 021
Test Fire Strike 1.1
Thermal Compound Mod (MX-4)
CPU/GPU tuning Yes : CPU -55mV / GPU : Core +135 MHz ; Memory +200 MHz
Shift Mode Sport
Driver : 350.05
Room/Ambient Temperature 23°C
Comments The CPU temp is a bit high

http://www.3dmark.com/3dm/6675294

 

I am currently testing but it seems my max core and memory clocks are +175core and +300mhz memory. With those I got around 20900 graphics score, combined near 5500. Any higher than those cores resulted in the benchmark crashing. I am using Prema's vbios and no additional voltage, so that could be one reason.

Anyone know why 3dmark won't run fullscreen? I upgraded to the full version, out of steam but I can only run windowed, which results in no final score heh.

Also I ran all my OC'd tests at 88F ambient temp, turbo fan on, max CPU 80C, GPU1 55C and GPU2 64C. Without turbofan my temps reached CPU 95c, GPU1 74C and GPU2 84C

 

Have you tried alt + enter to make it full screen? Did you try re-installing it? Which version are you running (steam or stand alone?)

 

Tried it with both, when I get home I can give more info.

It didn't occur to me to try alt+enter while trying the windowed mode, heh

and so far my current top is +220 core +350 memory with +50mv. Will try pushing it higher little by little.

Also, anyone reran the benchmarks with the newest nvidia drivers? I think they might have lowered my performance somewhat, since my graphics score dropped slightly.

 

I've noticed they are not quite as good for benchmarking.

 

Use the unlocked version of BIOS & VBIOS, they will help to increase the margin for overclocking.

 

Please school us how you are running +220 core? I am assuming there is an unlocked vbios possibly to remove the +135 limit?

I will test the new driver today and report if I see a drop in score.

 

This is a new high score for me on stock clocks with the new Nvidia Driver so I am seeing more performance. I can confirm that you can not clock up or down the cores now with this new driver, the memory will still except changes.

Model 009
Test Fire Strike
Termal compund CLU on CPU and GELID on GPUs
CPU Tuning -70 dynamic core voltage offset (Stock Clocks CPU & GPU)
Shift Mode Sport
Room/Ambient Temperature 72
Comments Stock test run with new Nvidia Driver 350.12

 

Where can we resource these files?

 

Is there already an unlocked BIOS/UEFI for the GT80? Where?

 

There are no unlocked BIOS as far as I m aware of, but I am using Prema's unlocked 980m vbios.

Since I am away due to work, I haven't tested more, but I'd say 1.4ghz can be achievable. Temps are fine for me with turbofan, and the temp limit is 92C with prema's vbios, so we have a nice window to test.

 

Have you checked with Svet to see if he has released any unlocked version of BIOS & VBIOS?

 

I am assuming he released an update on his tool then with official support of the 980m? I only did a small amout of research and the ec flash to control fan tables had my attention but there was no 980m support at that time so I will dig back in on the msi forums, thanks

 

If you want svet to make an unlocked bios I suggest sliding some beer money his way, he should get you a personal file.

 

here is my score with the specs in my signature, all looks good

http://www.3dmark.com/fs/4697199

 

I am assuming this is a +135mhz overclock score though correct? Please insert the details as slated on page one so others aren't mislead, great submission to have an SLI 970m added to the mix so thank you!

 

Model 071
Test Fire Strike 1.1
Termal compund stock
CPU Tuning -40 dynamic core voltage offset, CPU + 200mhz
GPU Tuning +135/+300
Driver : 350.12
Shift Mode Sport
Room/Ambient Temperature 70
Comments

http://www.3dmark.com/fs/4697637

 

we should also add in if we use turbo mode or not for the fan, not sure if anyone has stated if this is on or off during benching

 

Yes it should be included in the comments and normal testing is with Cooler Boost off while in SPORT mode. Very importing when displaying temps as you probably see in the other posts with Hardware info included in the pic.

 

That's a good-looking number there, 12000.

 

Here's the updated benchmark compilation (see attached picture).

Some context:
Glossary

CPUBF (MHz) CPU Base Frequency (Intel)
CPUMTF (MHz) CPU Max Turbo Frequency (Intel)
GPUBC (MHz) GPU Base Clock (Nvidia)
GPUMC (MHz) GPU Memory Clock (Nvidia)
Base Clock (MHz) Processor: Reported stock core clock (Futuremark)
Max Clock (MHz) Processor: Maximum turbo core clock (Futuremark)
GPU Clock (MHz) Graphics Card: Core clock (Futuremark)
VRAM Clock (MHz) Graphics Card: Memory bus clock (Futuremark)
CPU Δf (MHz) = [Max Clock] - [CPUMTF]
GPU Δf (MHz) = [GPU Clock] - [GPUBC]
VRAM Δf (MHz) = [VRAM Clock]*2 - [GPUMC]
CPU Offset (mV) Dynamic CPU Voltage Offset (Intel XTU)
Cache Offset (mV) Processor Cache Voltage Offset (Intel XTU)
Multipliers (#) Max Turbo Boost Ratios (1,2,3,4 active cores) and Processor Cache Ratio (Intel XTU)
ASIC (%) ASIC Quality (GPU-Z)
​

Notes

CPUBF, CPUMTF http://ark.intel.com/compare/78934,83503
GPUBC, GPUMC http://www.geforce.com/hardware/notebook-gpus/geforce-gtx-980m/specifications, http://www.geforce.com/hardware/notebook-gpus/geforce-gtx-970m/specifications
3DMark http://www.futuremark.com/benchmarks/3dmark
Intel XTU http://support.intel.com/support/processors/tools/xtu/
GPU-Z http://www.techpowerup.com/gpuz/
NBR http://forum.notebookreview.com/
​

Hidden columns: CPUBF, CPUMTF, GPUBC, GPUMC.

 

I had to reinstall drivers, 3dmark etc and afterwards, everything is working again at full performance. I will post it when I get home, but I think I can breach the 15K barrier easily this time. Got 14.5K with a modest OC.

 

Model 009
Test Fire Strike 1.1
Termal compund stock
CPU Tuning -50 dynamic core voltage offset, CPU + 200mhz
GPU Tuning +135/+465
Driver : 350.12
Shift Mode Sport
Room/Ambient Temperature 70
Comments Beat GTVEVO But Temp

 

WTH! Lol
Great job well done.

 

Model 001
Test Fire Strike 1.1
Termal compund IC Diamond
CPU Tuning -47 dynamic core voltage offset, -28mv Processor cache voltage, processor cache ratio reduced to 30. CPU + 200mhz
GPU Tuning +225/+400 core/memory
Driver : 350.12
Shift Mode Sport
Room/Ambient Temperature 70
Comments I used turbo fan, and I am going to try higher in just a bit. Also here is the link to the result: http://www.3dmark.com/3dm/6815681

 

Just tried a quick run with +250 core and +500 memory, but it wasn't 100% stable and I am sure I saw an artifact or two at some point. Here is the run: http://www.3dmark.com/3dm/6815763 I did notice that the CPU did not work as hard, nor the combined was a good as before.

 

Looks like I need to get premas vbios tool or something I am getting left behind.

 

Where's the link?
Have you tried with PhysX set to CPU?

 

Yep you need to validate it online to be able to properly compare.

 

Model 009
Test Fire Strike 1.1
Termal compund stock
CPU Tuning Stock
GPU Tuning Stock
Driver : 350.12
Shift Mode Sport
Room/Ambient Temperature 70
Comments: No Overclock with Turbo Fan on. Link to the result: http://www.3dmark.com/3dm/6832350

 

Model 009
Test Fire Strike 1.1
Termal compund stock
CPU Tuning -50 dynamic core voltage offset, CPU + 300mhz (43/42/42/42)
GPU Tuning +135/+470
Driver : 350.12
Shift Mode Sport
Room/Ambient Temperature 70
Comments: Overclocked with Turbo Fan on. Link to the result: http://www.3dmark.com/3dm/6832265

 

Model 009
Test Fire Strike
Termal compund CLU on CPU and Antec7 on GPUs
CPU Tuning -40 dynamic core voltage offset [email protected] GPU +225 and Mem +500
Shift Mode Sport
Room/Ambient Temperature 73
Comments Nine runs and 378watts reported from the wall (no sure how much more it will handle). I don't think the temp is too bad either.

3dmark #22 on the list

 

Very impressive score, and I'm afraid, out of my league haha There is a limit to how much my CPU can help my GPUs. But I am not mad for being second place, Graphic score wise

 

Great score GTVEVO. You are the Winner

GPU +225 Which VBIOS?

 

Prema vbios, check it out. In all seriousness we are pushing way above any need.

 

How to get that? Do you have any link to download?
This level of overclock,did you notice improvement in gaming..FPS??

 

Hopefully this helps.

http://forum.techinferno.com/showthread.php?t=3119

I wouldn't game at this level as I don't have any games requiring anything more than stock clocks honestly that I play at 60fps & 1080p.

 

Prema Mod vBIOS for MXM GPUs (Prema's site page..... with this link, you will not need to setup a Tech|Inferno account for download) Also, for future reference, this link is also available in the 'GT80 Owner's Lounge' lead (No.#1) post.

HERE is a direct link to the file:

CLEVO_8GB_GTX980M_OC_PM_v1.1.rar

 

Thanks @GTVEVO @-=$tR|k3r=-
I downloaded - CLEVO_8GB_GTX980M_OC_PM_v1.1.rar, Is this the correct one and I couldn't able to unrar as its password protected. So do I need to register on Tech|Inferno account?

 

Password for all files: premamod.com or biosmods.wordpress.com

 

LOL! The password is listed on the site page. Also, YES, that is the correct file.

 

Now I noticed..LoL!! Tomorrow I will flash and start experimenting..

Thanks a lot @GTVEVO @-=$tR|k3r=-

 

Model 009
Test Fire Strike
Termal compund CLU on CPU and Antec7 on GPUs
CPU Tuning -35 dynamic core voltage offset [email protected] GPU +235 and Mem +510
Shift Mode Sport
Room/Ambient Temperature 70
Comments: More Testing, single run as I test to see how far I can push things, better temps at higher CPU clock. Cooler boost off. Seems like my physics score is better at 4.1ghz.
3dmark #21 on the list
http://www.3dmark.com/fs/4735791

 

Have you had a look at your cpu behaviour over the cpu test using something like xtu?

 

Yes initially I did while I was running the physics test to see how far I could push the cpu with temp and stability. In the end though I believe the power brick is tapped at 380 watts, seems like any time I push past the system is completely unstable.

I can run the cpu at 4.3ghz stable until I turn the 980s up then I have to back the cpu off not due to heat but what sees lack of power.

 

i need to get a vbios for my 970m's, im so close to 17k in firestrike! Ive seen some 970m sli setups go over 20k easy