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.
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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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?
Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER or the GeForce GTX 980 Ti?
Is the GeForce GTX 980 Ti worth the extra $672 EUR over the GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER?
Technical Specifications Comparison
Architecture & Cores
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER | GeForce GTX 980 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Turing | Maxwell |
| Process Node | TSMC 12nm | TSMC 28nm |
| CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores) | 1,408 | 2,816✓ |
Clock Speeds
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER | GeForce GTX 980 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Base Clock | 1,530 MHz✓ | 1,000 MHz |
| Boost Clock | 1,785 MHz✓ | 1,075 MHz |
Memory
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER | GeForce GTX 980 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 6 GB | 6 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bus | 192-bit | 384-bit✓ |
| Memory Speed | 14 Gbps✓ | 7 Gbps |
| Bandwidth | 336 GB/s | 336.5 GB/s✓ |
Connectivity & Power
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER | GeForce GTX 980 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Interface | PCIe 3.0 x16 | PCIe 3.0 x16 |
| TDP | 125 W✓ | 250 W |
| Power Connectors | 1x 8-pin | 1x 6-pin + 1x 8-pin |
| Released | Oct 2019 | Jun 2015 |
