GeForce GTX 780 vs GeForce GTX Titan

G3D Mark is a standard benchmark that measures graphics performance in real-world gaming scenarios. It simplifies comparing cards from different brands, where higher scores directly correlate with better fps and smoother gaming experiences.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

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Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar

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Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX Titan is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.8% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 780.

Insight	GeForce GTX 780	GeForce GTX Titan
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.8%)	✅Leading raw performance (+2.8%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency	Normal Efficiency	Normal Efficiency
Case Fit	Standard Size (267mm)	Standard Size (267mm)

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 780 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 780 holds the technical lead. Priced at $35 (vs $70), it costs 50% less, resulting in a 94.5% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce GTX 780	GeForce GTX Titan
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+94.5%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($35)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($70)

Performance Check

Real-world benchmarks and performance projections based on comprehensive hardware analysis and comparative metrics. Values represent expected performance on High/Ultra settings at 1080p, 1440p, and 4K. Modeled using a Ryzen 7 7800X3D reference profile to minimize specific CPU bottlenecks.

Note: Performance behavior can vary per game. Specific architectures may perform better or worse depending on game engine optimizations and API implementation.

GeForce GTX 780 Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX Titan Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 780 and GeForce GTX Titan

GeForce GTX 780

The GeForce GTX 780 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 23 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 863 MHz to 900 MHz. It has 2304 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 250W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 7,957 points. Launch price was $649.

GeForce GTX Titan

The GeForce GTX Titan is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in February 19 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 837 MHz to 876 MHz. It has 2688 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 250W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 8,181 points. Launch price was $999.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 780 scores 7,957 and the GeForce GTX Titan reaches 8,181 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.8% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 780 is built on Kepler while the GeForce GTX Titan uses Kepler, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 2,304 (GeForce GTX 780) vs 2,688 (GeForce GTX Titan). Raw compute: 4.156 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 780) vs 4.709 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX Titan). Boost clocks: 900 MHz vs 876 MHz.

Feature	GeForce GTX 780	GeForce GTX Titan
G3D Mark Score	7,957	8,181+3%
Architecture	Kepler	Kepler
Process Node	28 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	2304	2688+17%
Compute (TFLOPS)	4.156 TFLOPS	4.709 TFLOPS+13%
Boost Clock	900 MHz+3%	876 MHz
ROPs	48	48
TMUs	192	224+17%
L1 Cache	192 KB	224 KB+17%
L2 Cache	1.5 MB	1.5 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 780	GeForce GTX Titan
Upscaling Tech	FSR 2.1 (Compatible)	FSR 2.1 (Compatible)
Frame Generation	FSR 3 (Compatible)	FSR 3 (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

Both cards feature 6 GB of GDDR5. Bus width: 384-bit vs 384-bit.

Feature	GeForce GTX 780	GeForce GTX Titan
VRAM Capacity	6 GB	6 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	288 GB/s	288 GB/s
Bus Width	384-bit	384-bit
L2 Cache	1.5 MB	1.5 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (11_0) (GeForce GTX 780) vs 12 (GeForce GTX Titan). Vulkan: 1.0 vs 1.0. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

Feature	GeForce GTX 780	GeForce GTX Titan
DirectX	12 (11_0)	12
Vulkan	1.0	1.0
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	4	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 1st Gen (GeForce GTX 780) vs NVENC 1st gen (GeForce GTX Titan). Decoder: NVDEC 1st Gen vs NVDEC 1st gen. Supported codecs: H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1 (GeForce GTX 780) vs H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1 (GeForce GTX Titan).

Feature	GeForce GTX 780	GeForce GTX Titan
Encoder	NVENC 1st Gen	NVENC 1st gen
Decoder	NVDEC 1st Gen	NVDEC 1st gen
Codecs	H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1	H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 780 draws 250W versus the GeForce GTX Titan's 250W — a 0% difference. The GeForce GTX Titan is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 600W (GeForce GTX 780) vs 600W (GeForce GTX Titan). Power connectors: 6-pin + 8-pin vs 6-pin + 8-pin. Card length: 267mm vs 267mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 80 vs 80°C.

Feature	GeForce GTX 780	GeForce GTX Titan
TDP	250W	250W
Recommended PSU	600W	600W
Power Connector	6-pin + 8-pin	6-pin + 8-pin
Length	267mm	267mm
Height	111mm	111mm
Slots	2	2
Temp (Load)	80	80°C
Perf/Watt	31.8	32.7+3%

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 780 launched at $499 MSRP and currently averages $35, while the GeForce GTX Titan launched at $999 and now averages $70. The GeForce GTX 780 costs 50% less ($35 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 227.3 (GeForce GTX 780) vs 116.9 (GeForce GTX Titan) — the GeForce GTX 780 offers 94.4% better value.