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GeForce GTX 980 Ti vs GeForce GTX TITAN X

Quick Verdict

On raw speed the GeForce GTX 980 Ti comes out noticeably faster — about 11% ahead of the GeForce GTX TITAN X. It also wins on performance-per-dollar, making it the cleaner choice when you can afford it.

Market Value Leader

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

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GeForce GTX 980 Ti
Price
SEK 13,389✓
Performance
10/100✓
VRAM
6 GB GDDR5
Key Specs Advantage

Comparable or lower specs

SEK 13,389Nvidia GeForce GTX 980 Ti
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NVIDIA
GeForce GTX TITAN X
Price
SEK 14,609
Performance
9/100
VRAM
12 GB GDDR5✓
Key Specs Advantage
+9% CUDA Cores (3,072 vs 2,816)
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GeForce GTX 980 Ti vs GeForce GTX TITAN X: In-Depth Breakdown

Performance: GeForce GTX 980 Ti vs GeForce GTX TITAN X

The GeForce GTX 980 Ti is noticeably faster, around 11% ahead of the GeForce GTX TITAN X. Both cards sit in the same broad class, well suited to entry-level 1080p.

Price & Value

The GeForce GTX 980 Ti currently lists from $13,389 SEK, $1,219 SEK less than the GeForce GTX TITAN X at $14,609 SEK. Because it's both faster and competitively priced, the GeForce GTX 980 Ti wins on performance-per-dollar by about 21%. The GeForce GTX 980 Ti still sits about $12,740 SEK above its $649 SEK MSRP. The GeForce GTX TITAN X still sits about $13,610 SEK above its $999 SEK MSRP.

VRAM & Future-Proofing

The GeForce GTX TITAN X carries 12GB versus 6GB on the GeForce GTX 980 Ti. The extra 6GB helps at 4K, with high-resolution texture packs, and for content-creation or local-AI workloads that exhaust smaller buffers.

Which should you buy: GeForce GTX 980 Ti or GeForce GTX TITAN X?

The GeForce GTX 980 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 TITAN X if you find it at a steep discount.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the GeForce GTX 980 Ti better than the GeForce GTX TITAN X?

The GeForce GTX 980 Ti is noticeably faster, roughly 11% ahead. If your budget allows, it's the stronger pick.

Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce GTX 980 Ti or the GeForce GTX TITAN X?

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.

Is the GeForce GTX TITAN X worth the extra $1,219 SEK over the GeForce GTX 980 Ti?

Only if you need the extra performance or features; on pure value the GeForce GTX 980 Ti comes out ahead.

Does the GeForce GTX TITAN X have enough VRAM advantage to matter?

Its 12GB (vs 6GB) gives real headroom for 4K, heavy texture mods, and creative/AI work. At 1080p the gap matters less.

Which should you buy: GeForce GTX 980 Ti or GeForce GTX TITAN X?

The GeForce GTX 980 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 TITAN X if you find it at a steep discount.

Technical Specifications Comparison

Architecture & Cores

Architecture & Cores specifications comparison between GeForce GTX 980 Ti and GeForce GTX TITAN X
SpecificationGeForce GTX 980 TiGeForce GTX TITAN X
ArchitectureMaxwellMaxwell
Process NodeTSMC 28nmTSMC 28nm
CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores)2,8163,072✓

Clock Speeds

Clock Speeds specifications comparison between GeForce GTX 980 Ti and GeForce GTX TITAN X
SpecificationGeForce GTX 980 TiGeForce GTX TITAN X
Base Clock1,000 MHz1,000 MHz
Boost Clock1,075 MHz1,075 MHz

Memory

Memory specifications comparison between GeForce GTX 980 Ti and GeForce GTX TITAN X
SpecificationGeForce GTX 980 TiGeForce GTX TITAN X
VRAM Capacity6 GB12 GB✓
Memory TypeGDDR5GDDR5
Memory Bus384-bit384-bit
Memory Speed7 Gbps7 Gbps
Bandwidth336.5 GB/s336.5 GB/s

Connectivity & Power

Connectivity & Power specifications comparison between GeForce GTX 980 Ti and GeForce GTX TITAN X
SpecificationGeForce GTX 980 TiGeForce GTX TITAN X
InterfacePCIe 3.0 x16PCIe 3.0 x16
TDP250 W250 W
Power Connectors1x 6-pin + 1x 8-pin1x 6-pin + 1x 8-pin
ReleasedJun 2015Mar 2015