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GeForce GTX 1080 vs GeForce GTX TITAN X

Quick Verdict

On raw speed the GeForce GTX 1080 comes out ahead: far and away the quicker card, about 44% ahead of the GeForce GTX TITAN X.

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NVIDIA GeForce
GTX 1080
Price
R$3,691✓
Performance
13/100✓
VRAM
8 GB GDDR5X
Key Specs Advantage
+61% Boost Clock (1,733 MHz vs 1,075 MHz)
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NVIDIA GeForce
GTX TITAN X
Price
Reference GPU
Performance
9/100
VRAM
12 GB GDDR5✓
Key Specs Advantage
+50% Memory Bus (384-bit vs 256-bit)
+20% CUDA Cores (3,072 vs 2,560)
+5% Bandwidth (336.5 GB/s vs 320 GB/s)
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GeForce GTX 1080 vs GeForce GTX TITAN X: In-Depth Breakdown

Performance: GeForce GTX 1080 vs GeForce GTX TITAN X

The GeForce GTX 1080 is dramatically faster, around 44% ahead of the GeForce GTX TITAN X. Both cards sit in the same broad class, well suited to entry-level 1080p.

Power & Efficiency

At 180W against 250W, the GeForce GTX 1080 is both the lower-power and the more efficient card, making it the easier build to cool and power. Its more modern Pascal architecture on a TSMC 16nm process is part of why it does more with each watt.

VRAM & Future-Proofing

VRAM favors the GeForce GTX TITAN X at 12GB versus 8GB on the GeForce GTX 1080 — that extra 4GB matters most at 4K, with high-res texture packs, and for content-creation/local-AI work.

Which should you buy: GeForce GTX 1080 or GeForce GTX TITAN X?

The GeForce GTX 1080 is the faster card by about 44%. 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 TITAN X?

The GeForce GTX 1080 is dramatically faster, roughly 44% ahead. If your budget allows, it's the stronger pick.

Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce GTX 1080 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 8GB) gives real headroom for 4K, heavy texture mods, and creative/AI work. At 1080p the gap matters less.

Which should you buy: GeForce GTX 1080 or GeForce GTX TITAN X?

The GeForce GTX 1080 is the faster card by about 44%. 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 1080 and GeForce GTX TITAN X
SpecificationGeForce GTX 1080GeForce GTX TITAN X
ArchitecturePascalMaxwell
Process NodeTSMC 16nmTSMC 28nm
CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores)2,5603,072✓

Clock Speeds

Clock Speeds specifications comparison between GeForce GTX 1080 and GeForce GTX TITAN X
SpecificationGeForce GTX 1080GeForce GTX TITAN X
Base Clock1,607 MHz✓1,000 MHz
Boost Clock1,733 MHz✓1,075 MHz

Memory

Memory specifications comparison between GeForce GTX 1080 and GeForce GTX TITAN X
SpecificationGeForce GTX 1080GeForce GTX TITAN X
VRAM Capacity8 GB12 GB✓
Memory TypeGDDR5XGDDR5
Memory Bus256-bit384-bit✓
Memory Speed10 Gbps✓7 Gbps
Bandwidth320 GB/s336.5 GB/s✓

Connectivity & Power

Connectivity & Power specifications comparison between GeForce GTX 1080 and GeForce GTX TITAN X
SpecificationGeForce GTX 1080GeForce GTX TITAN X
InterfacePCIe 3.0 x16PCIe 3.0 x16
TDP180 W✓250 W
Power Connectors1x 8-pin1x 6-pin + 1x 8-pin
ReleasedMay 2016Mar 2015