GPU Comparison
Select up to 2 GPUs to analyze their pricing, performance, and specifications side-by-side.
Market Value Leader
Market comparison is currently pending while we verify the latest benchmarks for GeForce GTX 1060 and GeForce GTX 1080 Ti.
On raw speed the GeForce GTX 1080 Ti comes out dramatically faster — about 143% ahead of the GeForce GTX 1060. It also wins on performance-per-dollar, making it the cleaner choice when you can afford it.
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GeForce GTX 1080 Ti vs GeForce GTX 1060: In-Depth Breakdown
Performance: GeForce GTX 1080 Ti vs GeForce GTX 1060
The GeForce GTX 1080 Ti is dramatically faster, around 143% ahead of the GeForce GTX 1060. That gap is enough to move it up a tier: the GeForce GTX 1080 Ti is comfortable at 1080p, while the GeForce GTX 1060 is better matched to entry-level 1080p. The GeForce GTX 1080 Ti packs 3,584 CUDA cores versus 1,280 on the GeForce GTX 1060.
Price & Value
The GeForce GTX 1060 currently lists from $27,303 JPY, $36,209 JPY less than the GeForce GTX 1080 Ti at $63,512 JPY. Because it's both faster and competitively priced, the GeForce GTX 1080 Ti wins on performance-per-dollar. The GeForce GTX 1060 still sits about $27,004 JPY above its $299 JPY MSRP. The GeForce GTX 1080 Ti still sits about $62,813 JPY above its $699 JPY MSRP.
Power & Efficiency
On power, the GeForce GTX 1060 is the gentler choice at 120W versus 250W. The GeForce GTX 1080 Ti is more efficient per watt because it's faster, but its higher 250W draw means more heat and a bigger PSU.
VRAM & Future-Proofing
The GeForce GTX 1080 Ti carries 11GB versus 6GB on the GeForce GTX 1060. The extra 5GB helps at 4K, with high-resolution texture packs, and for content-creation or local-AI workloads that exhaust smaller buffers. The GeForce GTX 1080 Ti's memory is also faster — 484 GB/s versus 192 GB/s (352-bit vs 192-bit bus) — which helps feed the GPU at 4K and with heavy textures.
Which should you buy: GeForce GTX 1060 or GeForce GTX 1080 Ti?
The GeForce GTX 1080 Ti 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 1060 if you find it at a steep discount.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the GeForce GTX 1080 Ti better than the GeForce GTX 1060?
Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce GTX 1060 or the GeForce GTX 1080 Ti?
Is the GeForce GTX 1080 Ti worth the extra $36,209 JPY over the GeForce GTX 1060?
Does the GeForce GTX 1080 Ti have enough VRAM advantage to matter?
Technical Specifications Comparison
Architecture & Cores
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1060 | GeForce GTX 1080 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Pascal | Pascal |
| Process Node | TSMC 16nm | TSMC 16nm |
| CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores) | 1,280 | 3,584✓ |
Clock Speeds
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1060 | GeForce GTX 1080 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Base Clock | 1,506 MHz✓ | 1,480 MHz |
| Boost Clock | 1,708 MHz✓ | 1,582 MHz |
Memory
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1060 | GeForce GTX 1080 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 6 GB | 11 GB✓ |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5X |
| Memory Bus | 192-bit | 352-bit✓ |
| Memory Speed | 8 Gbps | 11 Gbps✓ |
| Bandwidth | 192 GB/s | 484 GB/s✓ |
Connectivity & Power
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1060 | GeForce GTX 1080 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Interface | PCIe 3.0 x16 | PCIe 3.0 x16 |
| TDP | 120 W✓ | 250 W |
| Power Connectors | 1x 6-pin | 1x 8-pin + 1x 6-pin |
| Released | Jul 2016 | Mar 2017 |