moproblems99 How many people look at their graphics card while it is installed with the shroud down in the case?

Depends if you have a window. Just seeing the metal side of my reference 780 is a nice touch.First, no mention if the lighting is still present, which is a nice feature. Second, lets say I have both versions to sell used. Which one is going to be regarded as the better card by a potential buyer? The one that looks higher quality and has built in flex support because of the rigid aluminum shroud.It's just an attetion to detail issue for a flagship. If you're going to use plastic, use it on a very nice, quality aftermarket cooler, and leave plastic shrouds for mid-range and below.Finally, I'm concerned about the "similar" heatsink. The original reference is using a vapor-chamber sink. There's no similar. It either is or it isn't. In a blower setup, if it's not vapor-chamber, it won't cool as well.