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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 ahead: meaningfully ahead, about 11% ahead of the GeForce GTX TITAN X. Best performance and best value in one card here — the clear recommendation if you can afford it.

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NVIDIA GeForce
GTX 980 Ti
Price
£569✓
Performance
10/100✓
VRAM
6 GB GDDR5
Key Specs Advantage

Comparable or lower specs

£569Nvidia GTX 980 Ti
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NVIDIA GeForce
GTX TITAN X
Price
£571
Performance
9/100
VRAM
12 GB GDDR5✓
Key Specs Advantage
+9% CUDA Cores (3,072 vs 2,816)
£571Nvidia GTX TITAN X 12GB GDDR5 PCI-e x16 3 x DisplayPort | DVI | HDMI Graphics Video Card
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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 $569 GBP, $2 GBP less than the GeForce GTX TITAN X at $571 GBP. Because it's both faster and competitively priced, the GeForce GTX 980 Ti wins on performance-per-dollar by about 11%. The GeForce GTX 980 Ti is trading below its $649 GBP MSRP — a genuine deal. The GeForce GTX TITAN X is trading below its $999 GBP MSRP — a genuine deal.

VRAM & Future-Proofing

VRAM favors the GeForce GTX TITAN X at 12GB versus 6GB on the GeForce GTX 980 Ti — that extra 6GB matters most at 4K, with high-res texture packs, and for content-creation/local-AI work.

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 $2 GBP 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