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GeForce GTX 980 vs GeForce GTX TITAN X

Quick Verdict

On raw speed the GeForce GTX TITAN X comes out significantly faster — about 29% ahead of the GeForce GTX 980.

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NVIDIA
GeForce GTX 980
Price
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Performance
7/100
VRAM
4 GB GDDR5
Key Specs Advantage
+13% Boost Clock (1,216 MHz vs 1,075 MHz)
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GeForce GTX TITAN X
Price
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Performance
9/100✓
VRAM
12 GB GDDR5✓
Key Specs Advantage
+50% CUDA Cores (3,072 vs 2,048)
+50% Bandwidth (336.5 GB/s vs 224.3 GB/s)
+50% Memory Bus (384-bit vs 256-bit)
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GeForce GTX TITAN X vs GeForce GTX 980: In-Depth Breakdown

Performance: GeForce GTX TITAN X vs GeForce GTX 980

The GeForce GTX TITAN X is significantly faster, around 29% ahead of the GeForce GTX 980. Both cards sit in the same broad class, well suited to entry-level 1080p. The GeForce GTX TITAN X packs 3,072 CUDA cores versus 2,048 on the GeForce GTX 980.

Power & Efficiency

At 165W against 250W, the GeForce GTX 980 is both the lower-power and the more efficient card, making it the easier build to cool and power.

VRAM & Future-Proofing

The GeForce GTX TITAN X carries 12GB versus 4GB on the GeForce GTX 980. The extra 8GB helps at 4K, with high-resolution texture packs, and for content-creation or local-AI workloads that exhaust smaller buffers. The GeForce GTX TITAN X's memory is also faster — 337 GB/s versus 224 GB/s (384-bit vs 256-bit bus) — which helps feed the GPU at 4K and with heavy textures.

Which should you buy: GeForce GTX 980 or GeForce GTX TITAN X?

The GeForce GTX TITAN X is the faster card by about 29%. 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 TITAN X better than the GeForce GTX 980?

The GeForce GTX TITAN X is significantly faster, roughly 29% ahead. If your budget allows, it's the stronger pick.

Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce GTX 980 or the GeForce GTX TITAN X?

Neither is a dedicated 4K card; both are best at entry-level 1080p. For 4K you'd want a faster GPU, or lean on upscaling.

Does the GeForce GTX TITAN X have enough VRAM advantage to matter?

Its 12GB (vs 4GB) gives real headroom for 4K, heavy texture mods, and creative/AI work. At 1080p the gap matters less.

Which should you buy: GeForce GTX 980 or GeForce GTX TITAN X?

The GeForce GTX TITAN X is the faster card by about 29%. 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.

Technical Specifications Comparison

Architecture & Cores

Architecture & Cores specifications comparison between GeForce GTX 980 and GeForce GTX TITAN X
SpecificationGeForce GTX 980GeForce GTX TITAN X
ArchitectureMaxwellMaxwell
Process NodeTSMC 28nmTSMC 28nm
CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores)2,0483,072✓

Clock Speeds

Clock Speeds specifications comparison between GeForce GTX 980 and GeForce GTX TITAN X
SpecificationGeForce GTX 980GeForce GTX TITAN X
Base Clock1,126 MHz✓1,000 MHz
Boost Clock1,216 MHz✓1,075 MHz

Memory

Memory specifications comparison between GeForce GTX 980 and GeForce GTX TITAN X
SpecificationGeForce GTX 980GeForce GTX TITAN X
VRAM Capacity4 GB12 GB✓
Memory TypeGDDR5GDDR5
Memory Bus256-bit384-bit✓
Memory Speed7 Gbps7 Gbps
Bandwidth224.3 GB/s336.5 GB/s✓

Connectivity & Power

Connectivity & Power specifications comparison between GeForce GTX 980 and GeForce GTX TITAN X
SpecificationGeForce GTX 980GeForce GTX TITAN X
InterfacePCIe 3.0 x16PCIe 3.0 x16
TDP165 W✓250 W
Power Connectors2x 6-pin1x 6-pin + 1x 8-pin
ReleasedSep 2014Mar 2015