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GPU Comparison

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

Market Value Leader

GeForce GTX 1080 Ti is the clear winner, offering 203.0% better value than GeForce GTX 1060.

Quick Verdict

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 1080 Ti currently lists from $1,228 AED, $304 AED less than the GeForce GTX 1060 at $1,532 AED. Because it's both faster and competitively priced, the GeForce GTX 1080 Ti wins on performance-per-dollar by about 203%. The GeForce GTX 1080 Ti still sits about $529 AED above its $699 AED MSRP. The GeForce GTX 1060 still sits about $1,233 AED above its $299 AED 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?

The GeForce GTX 1080 Ti is dramatically faster, roughly 143% ahead. If your budget allows, it's the stronger pick.

Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce GTX 1060 or the GeForce GTX 1080 Ti?

Neither is a dedicated 4K card; both are best at 1080p. For 4K you'd want a faster GPU, or lean on upscaling.

Is the GeForce GTX 1060 worth the extra $304 AED over the GeForce GTX 1080 Ti?

Only if you need the extra performance or features; on pure value the GeForce GTX 1080 Ti comes out ahead.

Does the GeForce GTX 1080 Ti have enough VRAM advantage to matter?

Its 11GB (vs 6GB) 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 1060GeForce GTX 1080 Ti
ArchitecturePascalPascal
Process NodeTSMC 16nmTSMC 16nm
CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores)1,2803,584✓

Clock Speeds

SpecificationGeForce GTX 1060GeForce GTX 1080 Ti
Base Clock1,506 MHz✓1,480 MHz
Boost Clock1,708 MHz✓1,582 MHz

Memory

SpecificationGeForce GTX 1060GeForce GTX 1080 Ti
VRAM Capacity6 GB11 GB✓
Memory TypeGDDR5GDDR5X
Memory Bus192-bit352-bit✓
Memory Speed8 Gbps11 Gbps✓
Bandwidth192 GB/s484 GB/s✓

Connectivity & Power

SpecificationGeForce GTX 1060GeForce GTX 1080 Ti
InterfacePCIe 3.0 x16PCIe 3.0 x16
TDP120 W✓250 W
Power Connectors1x 6-pin1x 8-pin + 1x 6-pin
ReleasedJul 2016Mar 2017
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