Designed for use with EVGA's top of the line GeForce GTX 980 Classified K|NGP|N Edition graphics card, the EK-FC980 GTX Classy KPE is based one a full-cover water block design which means it cools the GPU, memory as well as the VRM part of the graphics card. The new EK-FC980 GTX Classy KPE aslo features EKWB's unique central inlet split-flow cooling engine design which allows it to work with both reversed water flow as well as liquid cooling systems with weaker water pumps.

The base of the EK-FC980 GTX Classy KPE is made of nickel-plated electrolytic copper while the top is made of either POM Acetal or acrylic material, depending on the version. It also comes with pre-installed screw-in brass standoffs and will be available with an aesthetic retention backplate, which also cools the backside of the PCB.

Accoring to EK Water Blocks, the new EK-FC980 GTX Classy KPE is already available via EK WebshopEK Webshop and its Partner Reseller Network. As noted, the EK-FC980 GTX Classy KPE will be available in Nickel and Acetal+Nickel versions, priced at €137,95 and €139,95, respectively. The EK-FC980 GTX Classy KPE Backplate will also be available in Black and Nickel versions, priced at €34,95 and €41,95, respectively.