EVGA GeForce GTX 670chat_bubble_outlineFrom real comments

Performance is a major step up from previous-generation cards. Multiple users describe the GTX 670 as a huge upgrade from cards like the GTX 460, GTX 470, GTS 250, and an unspecified 530, handling demanding titles like Battlefield 3 with ease. Overclocked benchmarks show strong average frame rates in Unigine Heaven, and SLI users report smooth performance even at high surround resolutions in games like Max Payne 3, reinforcing the card's reputation for solid gaming muscle.

The stock cooler is a recurring weak point. Several users report stock temperatures reaching 70-80C along with annoying noise, especially on the standard (non-FTW) version. To manage this, buyers turned to aftermarket coolers such as the Accelero Twin Turbo II or MonoPlus, which reportedly dropped temps into the 48-65C range and reduced noise significantly, though one user disliked the aesthetic tradeoff of the aftermarket unit.

Price and value perceptions are mixed. One buyer paid around $450 and felt it was worth it given the performance gain, while another called the price similar to a GTX 570, making it an easy choice. However, another user said the price is too high compared to a competitor's GTX 670 offered cheaper, and a separate commenter noted affordability is a barrier for many people, suggesting the card sits at a premium price point within its category.