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GPU Comparison

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

Market Value Leader

GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER is the clear winner, offering 409.7% better value than GeForce GTX 980 Ti.

Quick Verdict

On raw speed the GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER comes out noticeably faster — about 10% ahead of the GeForce GTX 980 Ti. It also wins on performance-per-dollar, making it the cleaner choice when you can afford it.

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NVIDIA
GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER
Price
€185
Performance
11/100
VRAM
6 GB GDDR6
Key Specs Advantage
+66% Boost Clock (1,785 MHz vs 1,075 MHz)
Price
€857
Performance
10/100
VRAM
6 GB GDDR5
Key Specs Advantage
+100% CUDA Cores (2,816 vs 1,408)
+100% Memory Bus (384-bit vs 192-bit)

GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER vs GeForce GTX 980 Ti: In-Depth Breakdown

Performance: GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER vs GeForce GTX 980 Ti

The GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER is noticeably faster, around 10% ahead of the GeForce GTX 980 Ti. Both cards sit in the same broad class, well suited to entry-level 1080p.

Price & Value

The GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER currently lists from $185 EUR, $672 EUR less than the GeForce GTX 980 Ti at $857 EUR. Because it's both faster and competitively priced, the GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER wins on performance-per-dollar by about 410%. The GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER is trading below its $229 EUR MSRP — a genuine deal. The GeForce GTX 980 Ti still sits about $208 EUR above its $649 EUR MSRP.

Power & Efficiency

At 125W against 250W, the GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER 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 GTX 1660 SUPER 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 1660 SUPER or GeForce GTX 980 Ti?

The GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER is the all-round winner here — it's faster and the better value, so buy it if it fits your budget. Only consider the GeForce GTX 980 Ti if you find it at a steep discount.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER better than the GeForce GTX 980 Ti?

The GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER is noticeably faster, roughly 10% ahead. If your budget allows, it's the stronger pick.

Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER 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.

Is the GeForce GTX 980 Ti worth the extra $672 EUR over the GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER?

Only if you need the extra performance or features; on pure value the GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER comes out ahead.

Technical Specifications Comparison

Architecture & Cores

SpecificationGeForce GTX 1660 SUPERGeForce GTX 980 Ti
ArchitectureTuringMaxwell
Process NodeTSMC 12nmTSMC 28nm
CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores)1,4082,816

Clock Speeds

SpecificationGeForce GTX 1660 SUPERGeForce GTX 980 Ti
Base Clock1,530 MHz1,000 MHz
Boost Clock1,785 MHz1,075 MHz

Memory

SpecificationGeForce GTX 1660 SUPERGeForce GTX 980 Ti
VRAM Capacity6 GB6 GB
Memory TypeGDDR6GDDR5
Memory Bus192-bit384-bit
Memory Speed14 Gbps7 Gbps
Bandwidth336 GB/s336.5 GB/s

Connectivity & Power

SpecificationGeForce GTX 1660 SUPERGeForce GTX 980 Ti
InterfacePCIe 3.0 x16PCIe 3.0 x16
TDP125 W250 W
Power Connectors1x 8-pin1x 6-pin + 1x 8-pin
ReleasedOct 2019Jun 2015