Some users have recently had their accounts hijacked. It seems that the now defunct EVGA forums might have compromised your password there and seems many are using the same PW here. We would suggest you UPDATE YOUR PASSWORD and TURN ON 2FA for your account here to further secure it. None of the compromised accounts had 2FA turned on.
Once you have enabled 2FA, your account will be updated soon to show a badge, letting other members know that you use 2FA to protect your account. This should be beneficial for everyone that uses FSFT.
From what I have been reading, the difference from the 970 EVO plus to the 970 EVO is minimal at best. I am in the same position and I am leaning on saving the $40 or so and getting the EVO over the EVO Plus.
The direct contact heatpipes and dual fans will allow the card to run significantly cooler than reference designs and the DIGI super alloy with digital voltage regulators make it quieter and more efficient. Stellar customer service along with superb quality make this along with any other ASUS...