Nvidia's GeForce GTX 1080 is one of more powerful video cards on the market today for PC gamers, but it's physically huge. However, Gigabyte (one of Nvidia's board partners) will release a miniature version of the high-end card that'll fit into smaller computer cases.

　　The Gigabyte GTX 1080 Mini-ITX measures about 6.7 inches in length, about 3.8 inches shorter than the standard models. You'll find many of the same features as the full-sized cards; it still takes an 8-pin connector and should be powered by at least a 500-watt power supply. There's 8 GB of GDDR5X video memory clocked at 10 GHz. It also doesn't skimp out on outputs; there are three DisplayPort 1.4 ports, one HDMI 2.0b port, and one dual-link DVI-D port.

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　　As for clock speeds, the GTX 1080 Mini-ITX in "Gaming Mode" runs the same speed as the reference card--1607 MHz base clock, and 1733 MHz boost clock. In OC mode, it'll run a 1632 MHz base and 1771 MHz boost.

　　One of the general concerns with compact versions of video cards is keeping temperatures down with a less robust cooling system; compromises need to be made to maintain the smaller form factor. Gigabyte is using its custom cooling solution comprised of a single 90mm fan designed to increase airflow over regular fans and three composite copper heat pipes. It's similar to what's used in the company's other cards.

　　Gigabyte currently offers mini-ITX versions of the GTX 1070 and GTX 1060 video cards. Zotac also makes smaller versions of the GTX 1080 and 1070, but measure in a bit longer than Gigabyte's bite-size cards. There's currently no word on price and availability for GTX 1080 Mini-ITX.