I can't tell how this compares with previous Nvidia GTX generations because the last consumer graphics card I owned was a 9800GX2. At it's time that was one of its best but still couldn't handle Crysis at maximum settings.
This on the other hand cuts through Crysis and Crysis 2 like butter at 1920x1200 with everything set to maximum. The card is quiet and looks very cool inside my black on the inside PC case.
I don't see any reason to buy a second for SLI because this can handle anything. Diablo 3 also runs without hick-ups in case you were wondering.

I'm finally pleased and overjoyed to own a card like this that can handle everything I trow at it, maximum settings without the noise and heat of older generation cards.

And of course you can't go wrong with EVGA. The package contents and presentation is top notch and so is the build quality of the card.

I really love this card!