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 1660 Ti comes out noticeably faster — about 10% ahead of the GeForce GTX 980 Ti.

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NVIDIA
GeForce GTX 1660 Ti
Price
€421
Performance
11%
VRAM
6 GB GDDR6
Key Specs Advantage
+65% Boost Clock (1,770 MHz vs 1,075 MHz)
Price
Awaiting Data
Performance
10%
VRAM
6 GB GDDR5
Key Specs Advantage
+100% Memory Bus (384-bit vs 192-bit)
+83% CUDA Cores (2,816 vs 1,536)
+17% Bandwidth (336.5 GB/s vs 288 GB/s)

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

Performance: GeForce GTX 1660 Ti vs GeForce GTX 980 Ti

The GeForce GTX 1660 Ti 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.

Power & Efficiency

At 120W against 250W, the GeForce GTX 1660 Ti 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.

Memory & Bandwidth

The GeForce GTX 980 Ti's memory is faster — 337 GB/s versus 288 GB/s (384-bit vs 192-bit bus) — which helps feed the GPU at 4K and with heavy textures.

Generation & Longevity

The GeForce GTX 1660 Ti 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 Ti or GeForce GTX 980 Ti?

The GeForce GTX 1660 Ti is the faster card by about 10%. 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 1660 Ti better than the GeForce GTX 980 Ti?

The GeForce GTX 1660 Ti 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 Ti 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 1660 TiGeForce GTX 980 Ti
ArchitectureTuringMaxwell
Process NodeTSMC 12nmTSMC 28nm
CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores)1,5362,816

Clock Speeds

SpecificationGeForce GTX 1660 TiGeForce GTX 980 Ti
Base Clock1,500 MHz1,000 MHz
Boost Clock1,770 MHz1,075 MHz

Memory

SpecificationGeForce GTX 1660 TiGeForce GTX 980 Ti
VRAM Capacity6 GB6 GB
Memory TypeGDDR6GDDR5
Memory Bus192-bit384-bit
Memory Speed12 Gbps7 Gbps
Bandwidth288 GB/s336.5 GB/s

Connectivity & Power

SpecificationGeForce GTX 1660 TiGeForce GTX 980 Ti
InterfacePCIe 3.0 x16PCIe 3.0 x16
TDP120 W250 W
Power Connectors1x 8-pin1x 6-pin + 1x 8-pin
ReleasedFeb 2019Jun 2015