GPU Comparison

Select up to 2 GPUs to analyze their pricing, performance, and specifications side-by-side.

Quick Verdict

On raw speed the GeForce GTX 980 Ti comes out dramatically faster β€” about 80% ahead of the GeForce GTX 960.

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GeForce GTX 980 Ti vs GeForce GTX 960: In-Depth Breakdown

Performance: GeForce GTX 980 Ti vs GeForce GTX 960

The GeForce GTX 980 Ti is dramatically faster, around 80% ahead of the GeForce GTX 960. Both cards sit in the same broad class, well suited to entry-level 1080p. The GeForce GTX 980 Ti packs 2,816 CUDA cores versus 1,024 on the GeForce GTX 960.

Power & Efficiency

At 120W against 250W, the GeForce GTX 960 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 980 Ti carries 6GB versus 2GB on the GeForce GTX 960. The extra 4GB helps at 4K, with high-resolution texture packs, and for content-creation or local-AI workloads that exhaust smaller buffers. The GeForce GTX 980 Ti's memory is also faster β€” 337 GB/s versus 112 GB/s (384-bit vs 128-bit bus) β€” which helps feed the GPU at 4K and with heavy textures.

Which should you buy: GeForce GTX 960 or GeForce GTX 980 Ti?

The GeForce GTX 980 Ti is the faster card by about 80%. With live pricing limited for this pair, base your decision on the spec differences above β€” particularly VRAM and power draw β€” and check current stock before buying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the GeForce GTX 980 Ti better than the GeForce GTX 960?

The GeForce GTX 980 Ti is dramatically faster, roughly 80% ahead. If your budget allows, it's the stronger pick.

Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce GTX 960 or the GeForce GTX 980 Ti?

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 980 Ti have enough VRAM advantage to matter?

Its 6GB (vs 2GB) gives real headroom for 4K, heavy texture mods, and creative/AI work. At 1080p the gap matters less.