GPU Comparison
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Only verified data for GeForce GT 1030 is available. Benchmarks for other models are currently being processed.
On raw speed the GeForce RTX 2080 Laptop comes out dramatically faster — about 1700% ahead of the GeForce GT 1030.
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GeForce RTX 2080 Laptop vs GeForce GT 1030: In-Depth Breakdown
Performance: GeForce RTX 2080 Laptop vs GeForce GT 1030
The GeForce RTX 2080 Laptop is dramatically faster, around 1700% ahead of the GeForce GT 1030. That gap is enough to move it up a tier: the GeForce RTX 2080 Laptop is comfortable at 1080p, while the GeForce GT 1030 is better matched to entry-level 1080p. The GeForce RTX 2080 Laptop packs 2,944 CUDA cores versus 384 on the GeForce GT 1030.
Power & Efficiency
On power, the GeForce GT 1030 is the gentler choice at 30W versus 150W. The GeForce RTX 2080 Laptop is more efficient per watt because it's faster, but its higher 150W draw means more heat and a bigger PSU. Its more modern Turing architecture on a TSMC 12nm process is part of why it does more with each watt.
VRAM & Future-Proofing
The GeForce RTX 2080 Laptop carries 8GB versus 2GB on the GeForce GT 1030. The extra 6GB helps at 4K, with high-resolution texture packs, and for content-creation or local-AI workloads that exhaust smaller buffers. The GeForce RTX 2080 Laptop's memory is also faster — 448 GB/s versus 48 GB/s (256-bit vs 64-bit bus) — which helps feed the GPU at 4K and with heavy textures.
Generation & Longevity
The GeForce RTX 2080 Laptop is roughly 2 years newer than the GeForce GT 1030 (Turing vs Pascal), so it generally benefits from a more modern architecture and longer driver-support runway.
Which should you buy: GeForce GT 1030 or GeForce RTX 2080 Laptop?
The GeForce RTX 2080 Laptop is the faster card by about 1700%. With live pricing limited for this pair, base your decision on the spec differences above — particularly VRAM and power draw — and check current stock before buying.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the GeForce RTX 2080 Laptop better than the GeForce GT 1030?
Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce GT 1030 or the GeForce RTX 2080 Laptop?
Does the GeForce RTX 2080 Laptop have enough VRAM advantage to matter?
Technical Specifications Comparison
Architecture & Cores
| Specification | GeForce GT 1030 | GeForce RTX 2080 Laptop |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Pascal | Turing |
| Process Node | Samsung 14nm | TSMC 12nm |
| CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores) | 384 | 2,944✓ |
| Ray Tracing Cores | — | 46 |
| Tensor / AI Cores | — | 368 |
Clock Speeds
| Specification | GeForce GT 1030 | GeForce RTX 2080 Laptop |
|---|---|---|
| Base Clock | 1,227 MHz | 1,380 MHz✓ |
| Boost Clock | 1,468 MHz | 1,590 MHz✓ |
Memory
| Specification | GeForce GT 1030 | GeForce RTX 2080 Laptop |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | 8 GB✓ |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bus | 64-bit | 256-bit✓ |
| Memory Speed | 6 Gbps | 14 Gbps✓ |
| Bandwidth | 48 GB/s | 448 GB/s✓ |
Connectivity & Power
| Specification | GeForce GT 1030 | GeForce RTX 2080 Laptop |
|---|---|---|
| Interface | PCIe 3.0 x16 | PCIe 3.0 x16 |
| TDP | 30 W✓ | 150 W |
| Power Connectors | None | None |
| Released | May 2017 | Jan 2019 |