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GPU Comparison

Select up to 2 GPUs to analyze their pricing, performance, and specifications side-by-side.

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Market comparison is currently pending while we verify the latest benchmarks for GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER and GeForce RTX 3070 Ti.

Quick Verdict

On raw speed the GeForce RTX 3070 Ti comes out dramatically faster — about 43% ahead of the GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER.

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Price
Awaiting Data
Performance
21/100
VRAM
8 GB GDDR6
Key Specs Advantage
+100% Tensor Cores (384 vs 192)
+3% Boost Clock (1,815 MHz vs 1,770 MHz)
Price
Awaiting Data
Performance
30/100
VRAM
8 GB GDDR6X
Key Specs Advantage
+100% CUDA Cores (6,144 vs 3,072)
+23% Bandwidth (608 GB/s vs 496.1 GB/s)

GeForce RTX 3070 Ti vs GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER: In-Depth Breakdown

Performance: GeForce RTX 3070 Ti vs GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER

The GeForce RTX 3070 Ti is dramatically faster, around 43% ahead of the GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER. That gap is enough to move it up a tier: the GeForce RTX 3070 Ti is comfortable at 1440p, while the GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER is better matched to 1080p. The GeForce RTX 3070 Ti packs 6,144 CUDA cores versus 3,072 on the GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER.

Power & Efficiency

On power, the GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER is the gentler choice at 250W versus 290W. The GeForce RTX 3070 Ti is more efficient per watt because it's faster, but its higher 290W draw means more heat and a bigger PSU. Its more modern Ampere architecture on a Samsung 8nm process is part of why it does more with each watt.

Memory & Bandwidth

The GeForce RTX 3070 Ti's memory is faster — 608 GB/s versus 496 GB/s — which helps feed the GPU at 4K and with heavy textures.

Generation & Longevity

The GeForce RTX 3070 Ti is roughly 2 years newer than the GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER (Ampere vs Turing), so it generally benefits from a more modern architecture and longer driver-support runway.

Which should you buy: GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER or GeForce RTX 3070 Ti?

The GeForce RTX 3070 Ti is the faster card by about 43%. 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 3070 Ti better than the GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER?

The GeForce RTX 3070 Ti is dramatically faster, roughly 43% ahead. If your budget allows, it's the stronger pick.

Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER or the GeForce RTX 3070 Ti?

Neither is a dedicated 4K card; both are best at 1440p. For 4K you'd want a faster GPU, or lean on upscaling.

Technical Specifications Comparison

Architecture & Cores

SpecificationGeForce RTX 2080 SUPERGeForce RTX 3070 Ti
ArchitectureTuringAmpere
Process NodeTSMC 12nmSamsung 8nm
CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores)3,0726,144
Ray Tracing Cores4848
Tensor / AI Cores384192

Clock Speeds

SpecificationGeForce RTX 2080 SUPERGeForce RTX 3070 Ti
Base Clock1,650 MHz1,575 MHz
Boost Clock1,815 MHz1,770 MHz

Memory

SpecificationGeForce RTX 2080 SUPERGeForce RTX 3070 Ti
VRAM Capacity8 GB8 GB
Memory TypeGDDR6GDDR6X
Memory Bus256-bit256-bit
Memory Speed15.5 Gbps19 Gbps
Bandwidth496.1 GB/s608 GB/s

Connectivity & Power

SpecificationGeForce RTX 2080 SUPERGeForce RTX 3070 Ti
InterfacePCIe 3.0 x16PCIe 4.0 x16
TDP250 W290 W
Power Connectors1x 8-pin, 1x 6-pin1x 12-pin
ReleasedJul 2019May 2021