GPU Comparison

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

Quick Verdict

On raw speed the GeForce RTX 2060 comes out significantly faster — about 30% ahead of the GeForce GTX 980 Ti.

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Price
Awaiting Data
Benchmark %
10%
VRAM
6 GB GDDR5
Key Specs Advantage
+100% Memory Bus (384-bit vs 192-bit)
+47% CUDA Cores (2,816 vs 1,920)
NVIDIA
GeForce RTX 2060
Price
€311
Benchmark %
13%
VRAM
6 GB GDDR6
Key Specs Advantage
+56% Boost Clock (1,680 MHz vs 1,075 MHz)

GeForce RTX 2060 vs GeForce GTX 980 Ti: In-Depth Breakdown

Performance: GeForce RTX 2060 vs GeForce GTX 980 Ti

The GeForce RTX 2060 is significantly faster, around 30% ahead of the GeForce GTX 980 Ti. Both cards sit in the same broad class, well suited to entry-level 1080p.

Power & Efficiency

At 160W against 250W, the GeForce RTX 2060 is both the lower-power and the more efficient card, making it the easier build to cool and power. Its more modern Turing architecture on a TSMC 12nm process is part of why it does more with each watt.

Generation & Longevity

The GeForce RTX 2060 is roughly 4 years newer than the GeForce GTX 980 Ti (Turing vs Maxwell), so it generally benefits from a more modern architecture and longer driver-support runway.

Which should you buy: GeForce GTX 980 Ti or GeForce RTX 2060?

The GeForce RTX 2060 is the faster card by about 30%. 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 RTX 2060 better than the GeForce GTX 980 Ti?

The GeForce RTX 2060 is significantly faster, roughly 30% ahead. If your budget allows, it's the stronger pick.

Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce GTX 980 Ti or the GeForce RTX 2060?

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.

Technical Specifications Comparison

Architecture & Cores

SpecificationGeForce GTX 980 TiGeForce RTX 2060
ArchitectureMaxwellTuring
Process NodeTSMC 28nmTSMC 12nm
CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores)2,8161,920
Ray Tracing Cores30
Tensor / AI Cores240

Clock Speeds

SpecificationGeForce GTX 980 TiGeForce RTX 2060
Base Clock1,000 MHz1,365 MHz
Boost Clock1,075 MHz1,680 MHz

Memory

SpecificationGeForce GTX 980 TiGeForce RTX 2060
VRAM Capacity6 GB6 GB
Memory TypeGDDR5GDDR6
Memory Bus384-bit192-bit
Memory Speed7 Gbps14 Gbps
Bandwidth336.5 GB/s336 GB/s

Connectivity & Power

SpecificationGeForce GTX 980 TiGeForce RTX 2060
InterfacePCIe 3.0 x16PCIe 3.0 x16
TDP250 W160 W
Power Connectors1x 6-pin + 1x 8-pin1x 8-pin
ReleasedJun 2015Jan 2019