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 980 comes out dramatically faster — about 250% ahead of the GeForce GTX 760. It also wins on performance-per-dollar, making it the cleaner choice when you can afford it.

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Price
$42 USD
Performance
2%
VRAM
2 GB GDDR5
Key Specs Advantage

Comparable or lower specs

NVIDIA
GeForce GTX 980
Price
$75 USD
Performance
7%
VRAM
4 GB GDDR5
Key Specs Advantage
+78% CUDA Cores (2,048 vs 1,152)
+18% Boost Clock (1,216 MHz vs 1,033 MHz)
+17% Bandwidth (224.3 GB/s vs 192.2 GB/s)

GeForce GTX 980 vs GeForce GTX 760: In-Depth Breakdown

Performance: GeForce GTX 980 vs GeForce GTX 760

The GeForce GTX 980 is dramatically faster, around 250% ahead of the GeForce GTX 760. Both cards sit in the same broad class, well suited to entry-level 1080p. The GeForce GTX 980 packs 2,048 CUDA cores versus 1,152 on the GeForce GTX 760.

Price & Value

The GeForce GTX 760 currently lists from $42 USD, $33 USD less than the GeForce GTX 980 at $75 USD. Because it's both faster and competitively priced, the GeForce GTX 980 wins on performance-per-dollar by about 98%. The GeForce GTX 760 is trading below its $219 USD MSRP — a genuine deal. The GeForce GTX 980 is trading below its $549 USD MSRP — a genuine deal.

VRAM & Future-Proofing

The GeForce GTX 980 carries 4GB versus 2GB on the GeForce GTX 760. The extra 2GB helps at 4K, with high-resolution texture packs, and for content-creation or local-AI workloads that exhaust smaller buffers. The GeForce GTX 980's memory is also faster — 224 GB/s versus 192 GB/s — which helps feed the GPU at 4K and with heavy textures.

Which should you buy: GeForce GTX 760 or GeForce GTX 980?

The GeForce GTX 980 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 760 if you find it at a steep discount.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the GeForce GTX 980 better than the GeForce GTX 760?

The GeForce GTX 980 is dramatically faster, roughly 250% ahead. If your budget allows, it's the stronger pick.

Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce GTX 760 or the GeForce GTX 980?

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 980 worth the extra $33 USD over the GeForce GTX 760?

Often yes — despite the higher price the GeForce GTX 980 delivers better performance-per-dollar here.

Does the GeForce GTX 980 have enough VRAM advantage to matter?

Its 4GB (vs 2GB) 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 760GeForce GTX 980
ArchitectureKeplerMaxwell
Process NodeTSMC 28nmTSMC 28nm
CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores)1,1522,048

Clock Speeds

SpecificationGeForce GTX 760GeForce GTX 980
Base Clock980 MHz1,126 MHz
Boost Clock1,033 MHz1,216 MHz

Memory

SpecificationGeForce GTX 760GeForce GTX 980
VRAM Capacity2 GB4 GB
Memory TypeGDDR5GDDR5
Memory Bus256-bit256-bit
Memory Speed6 Gbps7 Gbps
Bandwidth192.2 GB/s224.3 GB/s

Connectivity & Power

SpecificationGeForce GTX 760GeForce GTX 980
InterfacePCIe 3.0 x16PCIe 3.0 x16
TDP170 W165 W
Power Connectors2x 6-pin2x 6-pin
ReleasedJun 2013Sep 2014