NVIDIA GTX 980 Ti

NVIDIA

GTX 980 Ti

Gaming Graphics Card

6 GB VRAM 2015 Perf. index: 36

Performance index derived from aggregated PassMark benchmark data, normalized to the FPSpilot 0-100 scale.

The NVIDIA GTX 980 Ti is a graphics card with 6 GB of VRAM launched in 2015. Its FPSpilot gaming performance index is 36/100, derived from aggregated PassMark benchmarks.

Specifications

ManufacturerNVIDIA
VRAM Memory6 GB
Release year2015
Perf. index36 / 100
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Gaming performance

With an index of 36/100, the NVIDIA GTX 980 Ti is a solid midrange card for 1080p at high settings and 1440p at balanced settings. It covers the vast majority of current games without major sacrifices.

VRAM: what resolutions it handles

With 6 GB of VRAM it is comfortable at 1080p with medium-high settings in most games, though the newest releases already ask for 8 GB for high textures. Moderating texture quality is advisable in the latest AAA titles.

Technologies & features

Predating the RTX architecture, it has no ray tracing cores or DLSS. It can use software upscalers such as AMD's FSR (compatible with any GPU) or XeSS in generic mode to gain FPS in supported games.

Frequently asked questions

Is the NVIDIA GTX 980 Ti good for gaming in 2026?

For competitive games and older titles, yes. For modern AAA games, the NVIDIA GTX 980 Ti (index 36/100) requires lowering graphics quality or resolution to keep playable frame rates.

How much VRAM does the NVIDIA GTX 980 Ti have and is it enough?

It has 6 GB of VRAM. Tight for modern AAA games, which already ask for 6-8 GB even at 1080p; no problem for esports and older titles.

What power supply do I need for the NVIDIA GTX 980 Ti?

A quality 550-650 W power supply is sufficient for this card alongside a midrange processor, safety margin included.

Is the NVIDIA GTX 980 Ti worth it versus newer alternatives?

Launched in 2015, it only makes sense at a clearly lower price than current cards of similar performance, which add more modern upscaling technologies, lower power draw and full warranty. On the second-hand market it can be a reasonable option if the price is right.

CPUs that pair well with this GPU

Intel Core i5-10600K 36/100 Intel Core i7-9700K 36/100 Intel Core i3-13100F 37/100 Intel Core i3-12100F 35/100 AMD Ryzen 5 3400G 35/100 AMD Ryzen 5 2600X 35/100 AMD Ryzen 7 1700 37/100 Intel Core i7-8700K 34/100 Intel Core i7-9700 33/100 AMD Ryzen 5 3500X 33/100 AMD Ryzen 5 2600 33/100 AMD Ryzen 7 2700 39/100

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