GeForce GTX 980

The GTX 980 was officially released on September 18, 2014. This release marked the introduction of the second generation Maxwell architecture, which brought significant improvements in power efficiency compared to the previous generation Kepler architecture. The GTX 980 was the first of the new series of graphics cards to be released by NVIDIA, followed by the GTX 970.

GTX 980 Release Date

The GTX 980 was a high-end graphics card released by Nvidia in 2014, along with the GTX 970. It featured 4GB of GDDR5 VRAM, which was a significant improvement over its predecessor, the GTX 780. The GTX 980 also had a lower power consumption of 165 watts, making it a more energy-efficient option compared to other high-end graphics cards at the time. With its impressive VRAM and power efficiency, the GTX 980 was a popular choice for gamers who required high-quality graphics and smooth performance. Here are the key specifications for the GTX 980: <ul> <li>GPU Clock: 1126 MHz</li> <li>Memory Clock: 1750 MHz</li> <li>Memory Size: 4GB</li> <li>Memory Type: GDDR5</li> <li>Memory Bus Width: 256-bit</li> <li>Max Resolution: 4096 x 2160</li> <li>Power Consumption: 165 watts</li> <li>DirectX: 12.0</li> <li>OpenGL: 4.5</li> <li>TDP: 165 watts</li> <li>Outputs: 1x DVI, 1x HDMI, 3x DisplayPort</li> </ul>

GTX 980 Specs

PNY GeForce GTX 980 4GB CG EDITION Graphics Card

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GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER

Gigabyte Gv-N165SWF2OC-4GD GeForce GTX 1650 Super Windforce OC 4G Graphics Card, 2X Windforce Fans, 4GB 128-Bit GDDR6, Video Card

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Cyberpunk 2077

Forza Horizon 5

God of War

Counter Strike 2

Red Dead Redemption 2

Resident evil 4

GeForce GTX 1060

EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 6GB GAMING ACX 3.0, 6GB GDDR5, LED, DX12 OSD Support (PXOC) Graphics Card 06G-P4-6262-KR

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 25 Games Tested

GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER

51RISC GeForce RTX 2060 Super Graphics Card, 8GB GDDR6 256bit PCIe 4.0 x16 DP HDMI DVI Ray Tracing Video Card for Gaming PC 2K Game Card

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Test In 15 Games

GeForce RTX 3060

MSI Gaming GeForce RTX 3060 12GB 15 Gbps GDRR6 192-Bit HDMI/DP PCIe 4 Torx Twin Fan Ampere OC Graphics Card

ASUS Dual NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 V2 OC Edition 12GB GDDR6 Gaming Graphics Card (PCIe 4.0, 12GB GDDR6 Memory, HDMI 2.1, DisplayPort 1.4a, 2-Slot, Axial-tech Fan Design, 0dB Technology)

GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 3060 Gaming OC 12G (REV2.0) Graphics Card, 3X WINDFORCE Fans, 12GB 192-bit GDDR6, GV-N3060GAMING OC-12GD Video Card

The TechPowerUp review of the EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 XC highlights its impressive performance, being faster than the RTX 2070 and 20% faster than the RTX 2060. It boasts features like 12 GB VRAM, efficient cooling, and overclocking potential. However, its cooler is relatively louder, and it faces supply constraints impacting its pricing and availability. Ideal for 1440p gaming without raytracing or 1080p with high refresh rates, it offers hardware-accelerated raytracing, DLSS support, and HDMI 2.1. Overall, the RTX 3060 offers a strong value proposition in its segment.

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GeForce GTX 1080 Ti

The GeForce GTX 1080 Ti was a high-end graphics card released by NVIDIA in March 2017. It was the company's flagship gaming GPU at the time, and offered powerful performance for demanding games and applications. With its advanced architecture and cutting-edge features, the GTX 1080 Ti was designed to provide an immersive and seamless gaming experience, with smooth frame rates and high-quality visuals. The card quickly gained popularity among gamers and enthusiasts alike, and remains a sought-after GPU for those seeking high-end performance.

GTX 1080 Ti Release Date

The GTX 1080 Ti is a high-end graphics card by Nvidia, known for its exceptional performance in gaming and content creation. The card is designed to draw power from 1x 6-pin and 1x 8-pin power connectors, with a maximum power consumption of 250 watts. The GTX 1080 Ti features a large 11 GB GDDR5X VRAM, which provides excellent performance and allows for the smooth running of high-end games and applications. The card uses a PCI-Express 3.0 x16 interface to connect to the system and supports multiple display outputs, including 1x HDMI 2.0b, 3x DisplayPort 1.4, and 1x DVI-D. In addition, the GTX 1080 Ti is equipped with a dual-fan cooling solution, which ensures that the card operates at optimal temperatures under heavy loads. <ul> <li>Base clock: 1481 MHz</li> <li>Boost clock: 1582 MHz</li> <li>Memory clock: 1376 MHz</li> <li>Memory size: 11 GB</li> <li>Memory type: GDDR5X</li> <li>Memory interface: 352-bit</li> <li>Stream processors: 3584</li> <li>Texture units: 224</li> <li>ROP units: 88</li> <li>TDP: 250 W</li> <li>Transistor count: 12.0 billion</li> <li>Connectivity: 1x HDMI 2.0b, 3x DisplayPort 1.4, 1x DVI-D</li> </ul>

GTX 1080 Ti Specs

MSI Gaming GeForce GTX 1080 Ti 11GB GDRR5X DirectX 12 352-bit VR Ready Graphics Card (GTX 1080 TI Duke 11G OC)

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Test in 21 Games in 2022

Radeon RX 590

ZER-LON Radeon RX 590 8GB GME Graphics Card, 2304SP GDDR5 256 Bit PCIE 3.0X16 Computer Gaming Gpu, Dual Freeze Fans Video Card with HDMI/DP/DVI Ports Support 8K

Radeon RX 5700 XT

The RX 5700 XT was launched in 2019 and is a high-end graphics card designed by AMD. The release date was highly anticipated as it was the first time AMD had released a high-end graphics card using the RDNA architecture, which is a significant departure from AMD's previous GCN architecture. The RX 5700 XT was created to compete with Nvidia's high-end graphics cards, specifically the RTX 2070. Since its launch, the RX 5700 XT has become a popular choice among gamers and enthusiasts, thanks to its competitive performance and price point.

RX 5700 XT Release Date

The power consumption of the RX 5700 XT is 225 watts, which is a bit higher than some of its competitors. However, the RX 5700 XT makes up for this with its impressive performance and features. The card comes equipped with 8GB of GDDR6 VRAM, which is capable of delivering high-quality graphics and smooth gameplay even at high resolutions. The RX 5700 XT also features a base clock speed of 1605 MHz, a boost clock speed of up to 1905 MHz, and a memory clock speed of 1750 MHz. Other notable specs include 40 compute units, 2560 stream processors, and a 256-bit memory interface. Here are some additional RX 5700 XT specs: <ul> <li>Power consumption: 225 watts</li> <li>VRAM: 8GB GDDR6</li> <li>Base clock speed: 1605 MHz</li> <li>Boost clock speed: up to 1905 MHz</li> <li>Memory clock speed: 1750 MHz</li> <li>Compute units: 40</li> <li>Stream processors: 2560</li> <li>Memory interface: 256-bit</li> </ul>

RX 5700 XT Specs

GPVHOSO Radeon RX 5700 XT 8GB Graphics Card GDDR6 2560SP 256bit Computer Graphics Cards GPU PCI-e 4.0 x16 HDMI/DisplayPort*3 Interface,AMD Video Cards for PC Gaming and Office, Support Up to 8K

Test in 60 Games in 2024

Radeon RX 6700 XT

NAME	3DMARK	PRICE
GeForce GTX 980	4367	$248
GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER	4702	$269
GeForce GTX 1060	4215	$369

NAME	3DMARK	PRICE
GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER	8781	$249
GeForce RTX 3060	8739	$309
GeForce GTX 1080 Ti	9333	$495

RX 590 vs RX 5700 XT

Nvidia Equivalent to RX 590

Nvidia Equivalent to RX 5700 XT

Is RX 590 better than RX 5700 XT?