my choice for the larger memory . Great for a 1920x1200 resolution monitor . can play swtor at max re with 60 fp . I would suggest use a reference model if you plan on modify it with a after-market fan cooler . not the same form-factor as the standard gtx 570 . this model will not take the backplate or high-airflow bracket either . I find this out the hard way unfortunately . if I have one complaint about EVGA , it be the fact that such a expensive product would require a add purchase for a backplate ?!? and for this model , they do not even make one . why would they not include the add stability and quality the backplate add to such a already expensive product ? it would have be a 5 star review if it be not for the backplate issue . Update : I install the Arctic Cooling Accelero Extreme Plus II fan cooler . it require some modding as state above , but the temp be well worth the effort . I run game like WoW , SWTOR , and wot on ultra setting and have steady temp at 47-53c . I should also mention that this fan only run at 85 % because the EVGA Precision app only run it that high . at that setting , I still do not even hear a whisper from the fan . these be my result after about 3 month of steady gaming . very happy with this purchase . if you be interested in that fan cooler refer to -lrb- -lrb- ... -rrb- -rrb- for a great thread on modding this card .