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GPU Comparison

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

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Market comparison is currently pending while we verify the latest benchmarks for GeForce GTX 1080 and GeForce GTX 980.

Quick Verdict

On raw speed the GeForce GTX 1080 comes out dramatically faster — about 86% ahead of the GeForce GTX 980.

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NVIDIA
GeForce GTX 1080
Price
₹65,149✓
Performance
13/100✓
VRAM
8 GB GDDR5X✓
Key Specs Advantage
+43% Bandwidth (320 GB/s vs 224.3 GB/s)
+43% Boost Clock (1,733 MHz vs 1,216 MHz)
+25% CUDA Cores (2,560 vs 2,048)
NVIDIA
GeForce GTX 980
Price
Awaiting Data
Performance
7/100
VRAM
4 GB GDDR5
Key Specs Advantage

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GeForce GTX 1080 vs GeForce GTX 980: In-Depth Breakdown

Performance: GeForce GTX 1080 vs GeForce GTX 980

The GeForce GTX 1080 is dramatically faster, around 86% ahead of the GeForce GTX 980. Both cards sit in the same broad class, well suited to entry-level 1080p. The GeForce GTX 1080 packs 2,560 CUDA cores versus 2,048 on the GeForce GTX 980.

Power & Efficiency

On power, the GeForce GTX 980 is the gentler choice at 165W versus 180W. The GeForce GTX 1080 is more efficient per watt because it's faster, but its higher 180W draw means more heat and a bigger PSU. Its more modern Pascal architecture on a TSMC 16nm process is part of why it does more with each watt.

VRAM & Future-Proofing

The GeForce GTX 1080 carries 8GB versus 4GB on the GeForce GTX 980. 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 1080's memory is also faster — 320 GB/s versus 224 GB/s — which helps feed the GPU at 4K and with heavy textures.

Generation & Longevity

The GeForce GTX 1080 is roughly 2 years newer than the GeForce GTX 980 (Pascal vs Maxwell), so it generally benefits from a more modern architecture and longer driver-support runway.

Which should you buy: GeForce GTX 1080 or GeForce GTX 980?

The GeForce GTX 1080 is the faster card by about 86%. 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 980?

The GeForce GTX 1080 is dramatically faster, roughly 86% ahead. If your budget allows, it's the stronger pick.

Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce GTX 1080 or the GeForce GTX 980?

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 1080 have enough VRAM advantage to matter?

Its 8GB (vs 4GB) gives real headroom for 4K, heavy texture mods, and creative/AI work. At 1080p the gap matters less.

Technical Specifications Comparison

Architecture & Cores

SpecificationGeForce GTX 1080GeForce GTX 980
ArchitecturePascalMaxwell
Process NodeTSMC 16nmTSMC 28nm
CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores)2,560✓2,048

Clock Speeds

SpecificationGeForce GTX 1080GeForce GTX 980
Base Clock1,607 MHz✓1,126 MHz
Boost Clock1,733 MHz✓1,216 MHz

Memory

SpecificationGeForce GTX 1080GeForce GTX 980
VRAM Capacity8 GB✓4 GB
Memory TypeGDDR5XGDDR5
Memory Bus256-bit256-bit
Memory Speed10 Gbps✓7 Gbps
Bandwidth320 GB/s✓224.3 GB/s

Connectivity & Power

SpecificationGeForce GTX 1080GeForce GTX 980
InterfacePCIe 3.0 x16PCIe 3.0 x16
TDP180 W165 W✓
Power Connectors1x 8-pin2x 6-pin
ReleasedMay 2016Sep 2014
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