GPU Comparison
Select up to 2 GPUs to analyze their pricing, performance, and specifications side-by-side.
Market Value Leader
GeForce GTX 1080 is the clear winner, offering 731.3% better value than GeForce GTX 960.
On raw speed the GeForce GTX 1080 comes out dramatically faster — about 333% ahead of the GeForce GTX 960. It also wins on performance-per-dollar, making it the cleaner choice when you can afford it.
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GeForce GTX 1080 vs GeForce GTX 960: In-Depth Breakdown
Performance: GeForce GTX 1080 vs GeForce GTX 960
The GeForce GTX 1080 is dramatically faster, around 333% ahead of the GeForce GTX 960. Both cards sit in the same broad class, well suited to entry-level 1080p. The GeForce GTX 1080 packs 2,560 CUDA cores versus 1,024 on the GeForce GTX 960.
Price & Value
The GeForce GTX 1080 currently lists from $815 AED, $748 AED less than the GeForce GTX 960 at $1,563 AED. Because it's both faster and competitively priced, the GeForce GTX 1080 wins on performance-per-dollar by about 731%. The GeForce GTX 1080 still sits about $216 AED above its $599 AED MSRP. The GeForce GTX 960 still sits about $1,364 AED above its $199 AED MSRP.
Power & Efficiency
On power, the GeForce GTX 960 is the gentler choice at 120W versus 180W. The GeForce GTX 1080 is more efficient per watt because it's faster, but its higher 180W draw means more heat and a bigger PSU. Its more modern Pascal architecture on a TSMC 16nm process is part of why it does more with each watt.
VRAM & Future-Proofing
The GeForce GTX 1080 carries 8GB versus 2GB on the GeForce GTX 960. The extra 6GB helps at 4K, with high-resolution texture packs, and for content-creation or local-AI workloads that exhaust smaller buffers. The GeForce GTX 1080's memory is also faster — 320 GB/s versus 112 GB/s (256-bit vs 128-bit bus) — which helps feed the GPU at 4K and with heavy textures.
Which should you buy: GeForce GTX 1080 or GeForce GTX 960?
The GeForce GTX 1080 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 960 if you find it at a steep discount.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the GeForce GTX 1080 better than the GeForce GTX 960?
Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce GTX 1080 or the GeForce GTX 960?
Is the GeForce GTX 960 worth the extra $748 AED over the GeForce GTX 1080?
Does the GeForce GTX 1080 have enough VRAM advantage to matter?
Technical Specifications Comparison
Architecture & Cores
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1080 | GeForce GTX 960 |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Pascal | Maxwell |
| Process Node | TSMC 16nm | TSMC 28nm |
| CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores) | 2,560✓ | 1,024 |
Clock Speeds
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1080 | GeForce GTX 960 |
|---|---|---|
| Base Clock | 1,607 MHz✓ | 1,127 MHz |
| Boost Clock | 1,733 MHz✓ | 1,178 MHz |
Memory
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1080 | GeForce GTX 960 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB✓ | 2 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5X | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bus | 256-bit✓ | 128-bit |
| Memory Speed | 10 Gbps✓ | 7 Gbps |
| Bandwidth | 320 GB/s✓ | 112 GB/s |
Connectivity & Power
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1080 | GeForce GTX 960 |
|---|---|---|
| Interface | PCIe 3.0 x16 | PCIe 3.0 x16 |
| TDP | 180 W | 120 W✓ |
| Power Connectors | 1x 8-pin | 1x 6-pin |
| Released | May 2016 | Jan 2015 |