GeForce GTX TITAN X vs GeForce GTX 980M SLI

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.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar GeForce GTX 980M SLI

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Radeon RX 7700

MSRP: $449|Avg: $399

138%

#25

Radeon RX 7600M XT

MSRP: $329|Avg: $300

125%

#28

Radeon RX 6650M XT

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

119%

#30

Radeon 8050S

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

114%

#31

Radeon RX 8050S

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

113%

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GeForce GTX 980M SLI

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#39

Radeon RX 7700S

MSRP: $449|Avg: $350

97%

#42

Radeon RX 6600S

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

91%

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Radeon RX 8060S

MSRP: $500|Avg: $500

89%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX TITAN X is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.8% higher G3D Mark score and 50% more VRAM (12 GB vs 8 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 980M SLI.

Insight	GeForce GTX TITAN X	GeForce GTX 980M SLI
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+0.8%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.8%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Maxwell (2014−2017))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	✅ More VRAM (+50%)	❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	Standard Size (267mm)	Standard Size (267mm)

💎 Value Proposition

While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce GTX TITAN X remains the clear technical winner. Check real-time availability to determine if the performance gap justifies the market price.

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 TITAN X Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 980M SLI Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX TITAN X and GeForce GTX 980M SLI

GeForce GTX TITAN X

The GeForce GTX TITAN X is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 17 2015. It features the Maxwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1000 MHz to 1075 MHz. It has 3072 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 250W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 12,621 points. Launch price was $999.

GeForce GTX 980M SLI

The GeForce GTX 980M SLI is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in October 7 2014. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 1038 MHz to 1127 MHz. It has 3072 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 200W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 12,523 points.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX TITAN X scores 12,621 and the GeForce GTX 980M SLI reaches 12,523 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.8% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX TITAN X is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the GeForce GTX 980M SLI uses Maxwell, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 3,072 (GeForce GTX TITAN X) vs 3,072 (GeForce GTX 980M SLI). Boost clocks: 1075 MHz vs 1127 MHz.

Feature	GeForce GTX TITAN X	GeForce GTX 980M SLI
G3D Mark Score	12,621	12,523
Architecture	Maxwell 2.0	Maxwell
Process Node	28 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	3072	3072
Boost Clock	1075 MHz	1127 MHz+5%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX TITAN X	GeForce GTX 980M SLI
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)

The GeForce GTX TITAN X comes with 12 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 980M SLI has 8 GB. The GeForce GTX TITAN X offers 50% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 336 GB/s (GeForce GTX TITAN X) vs 160 GB/s (GeForce GTX 980M SLI) — a 110% advantage for the GeForce GTX TITAN X. Bus width: 384-bit vs 256-bit.

Feature	GeForce GTX TITAN X	GeForce GTX 980M SLI
VRAM Capacity	12 GB+50%	8 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	336 GB/s+110%	160 GB/s
Bus Width	384-bit+50%	256-bit

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (FL 12_1) (GeForce GTX TITAN X) vs 12.1 (GeForce GTX 980M SLI). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.1. OpenGL: 4.5 vs 4.4. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

Feature	GeForce GTX TITAN X	GeForce GTX 980M SLI
DirectX	12 (FL 12_1)	12.1
Vulkan	1.3+18%	1.1
OpenGL	4.5+2%	4.4
Max Displays	4	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 2nd gen (GeForce GTX TITAN X) vs NVENC 4.0 (2x) (GeForce GTX 980M SLI). Decoder: NVDEC 2nd gen vs PureVideo HD VP6 (2x). Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC (GeForce GTX TITAN X) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC (GeForce GTX 980M SLI).

Feature	GeForce GTX TITAN X	GeForce GTX 980M SLI
Encoder	NVENC 2nd gen	NVENC 4.0 (2x)
Decoder	NVDEC 2nd gen	PureVideo HD VP6 (2x)
Codecs	H.264,H.265/HEVC	MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX TITAN X draws 250W versus the GeForce GTX 980M SLI's 200W — a 22.2% difference. The GeForce GTX 980M SLI is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 600W (GeForce GTX TITAN X) vs 500W (GeForce GTX 980M SLI). Power connectors: 6-pin + 8-pin vs 1x 6-pin. Card length: 267mm vs 267mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 83°C vs 85°C.

Feature	GeForce GTX TITAN X	GeForce GTX 980M SLI
TDP	250W	200W-20%
Recommended PSU	600W	500W-17%
Power Connector	6-pin + 8-pin	1x 6-pin
Length	267mm	267mm
Height	111mm	111mm
Slots	2	2
Temp (Load)	83°C-2%	85°C
Perf/Watt	50.5	62.6+24%