GPU Comparison

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

Quick Verdict

On raw speed the GeForce GTX 980 Ti comes out dramatically faster — about 43% ahead of the GeForce GTX 1060.

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NVIDIA
GeForce GTX 1060
Price
€309
Performance
7%
VRAM
6 GB GDDR5
Key Specs Advantage
+59% Boost Clock (1,708 MHz vs 1,075 MHz)
Price
Awaiting Data
Performance
10%
VRAM
6 GB GDDR5
Key Specs Advantage
+120% CUDA Cores (2,816 vs 1,280)
+100% Memory Bus (384-bit vs 192-bit)
+75% Bandwidth (336.5 GB/s vs 192 GB/s)

GeForce GTX 980 Ti vs GeForce GTX 1060: In-Depth Breakdown

Performance: GeForce GTX 980 Ti vs GeForce GTX 1060

The GeForce GTX 980 Ti is dramatically faster, around 43% ahead of the GeForce GTX 1060. Both cards sit in the same broad class, well suited to entry-level 1080p. The GeForce GTX 980 Ti packs 2,816 CUDA cores versus 1,280 on the GeForce GTX 1060.

Power & Efficiency

At 120W against 250W, the GeForce GTX 1060 is both the lower-power and the more efficient card, making it the easier build to cool and power. Its more modern Pascal architecture on a TSMC 16nm process is part of why it does more with each watt.

Memory & Bandwidth

The GeForce GTX 980 Ti's memory is faster — 337 GB/s versus 192 GB/s (384-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 980 Ti?

The GeForce GTX 980 Ti is the faster card by about 43%. 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 980 Ti better than the GeForce GTX 1060?

The GeForce GTX 980 Ti is dramatically faster, roughly 43% ahead. If your budget allows, it's the stronger pick.

Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce GTX 1060 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.

Technical Specifications Comparison

Architecture & Cores

SpecificationGeForce GTX 1060GeForce GTX 980 Ti
ArchitecturePascalMaxwell
Process NodeTSMC 16nmTSMC 28nm
CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores)1,2802,816

Clock Speeds

SpecificationGeForce GTX 1060GeForce GTX 980 Ti
Base Clock1,506 MHz1,000 MHz
Boost Clock1,708 MHz1,075 MHz

Memory

SpecificationGeForce GTX 1060GeForce GTX 980 Ti
VRAM Capacity6 GB6 GB
Memory TypeGDDR5GDDR5
Memory Bus192-bit384-bit
Memory Speed8 Gbps7 Gbps
Bandwidth192 GB/s336.5 GB/s

Connectivity & Power

SpecificationGeForce GTX 1060GeForce GTX 980 Ti
InterfacePCIe 3.0 x16PCIe 3.0 x16
TDP120 W250 W
Power Connectors1x 6-pin1x 6-pin + 1x 8-pin
ReleasedJul 2016Jun 2015