GPU Comparison
Select up to 2 GPUs to analyze their pricing, performance, and specifications side-by-side.
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On raw speed the GeForce GTX 1080 comes out dramatically faster — about 86% ahead of the GeForce GTX 1060.
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GeForce GTX 1080 vs GeForce GTX 1060: In-Depth Breakdown
Performance: GeForce GTX 1080 vs GeForce GTX 1060
The GeForce GTX 1080 is dramatically faster, around 86% ahead of the GeForce GTX 1060. Both cards sit in the same broad class, well suited to entry-level 1080p. The GeForce GTX 1080 packs 2,560 CUDA cores versus 1,280 on the GeForce GTX 1060.
Power & Efficiency
On power, the GeForce GTX 1060 is the gentler choice at 120W versus 180W. The GeForce GTX 1080 is more efficient per watt because it's faster, but its higher 180W draw means more heat and a bigger PSU.
VRAM & Future-Proofing
The GeForce GTX 1080 carries 8GB versus 6GB on the GeForce GTX 1060. The extra 2GB helps at 4K, with high-resolution texture packs, and for content-creation or local-AI workloads that exhaust smaller buffers. The GeForce GTX 1080's memory is also faster — 320 GB/s versus 192 GB/s (256-bit vs 192-bit bus) — which helps feed the GPU at 4K and with heavy textures.
Which should you buy: GeForce GTX 1060 or GeForce GTX 1080?
The GeForce GTX 1080 is the faster card by about 86%. With live pricing limited for this pair, base your decision on the spec differences above — particularly VRAM and power draw — and check current stock before buying.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the GeForce GTX 1080 better than the GeForce GTX 1060?
Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce GTX 1060 or the GeForce GTX 1080?
Does the GeForce GTX 1080 have enough VRAM advantage to matter?
Technical Specifications Comparison
Architecture & Cores
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1060 | GeForce GTX 1080 |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Pascal | Pascal |
| Process Node | TSMC 16nm | TSMC 16nm |
| CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores) | 1,280 | 2,560✓ |
Clock Speeds
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1060 | GeForce GTX 1080 |
|---|---|---|
| Base Clock | 1,506 MHz | 1,607 MHz✓ |
| Boost Clock | 1,708 MHz | 1,733 MHz✓ |
Memory
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1060 | GeForce GTX 1080 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 6 GB | 8 GB✓ |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5X |
| Memory Bus | 192-bit | 256-bit✓ |
| Memory Speed | 8 Gbps | 10 Gbps✓ |
| Bandwidth | 192 GB/s | 320 GB/s✓ |
Connectivity & Power
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1060 | GeForce GTX 1080 |
|---|---|---|
| Interface | PCIe 3.0 x16 | PCIe 3.0 x16 |
| TDP | 120 W✓ | 180 W |
| Power Connectors | 1x 6-pin | 1x 8-pin |
| Released | Jul 2016 | May 2016 |