GeForce GTX 1080 vs GeForce RTX 2070
Performance-wise the GeForce RTX 2070 is out front, noticeably faster, roughly 15% up on the GeForce GTX 1080. It is also the stronger value pick here, so it's the easy recommendation if your budget allows.
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GeForce RTX 2070 vs GeForce GTX 1080: In-Depth Breakdown
Performance: GeForce RTX 2070 vs GeForce GTX 1080
The GeForce RTX 2070 is noticeably faster, around 15% ahead of the GeForce GTX 1080. That gap is enough to move it up a tier: the GeForce RTX 2070 is comfortable at 1080p, while the GeForce GTX 1080 is better matched to entry-level 1080p.
Price & Value
Right now the GeForce RTX 2070 starts at $1,635 BRL against $3,691 BRL for the GeForce GTX 1080. Because it's both faster and competitively priced, the GeForce RTX 2070 wins on performance-per-dollar by about 160%. The GeForce RTX 2070 still sits about $1,136 BRL above its $499 BRL MSRP. The GeForce GTX 1080 still sits about $3,092 BRL above its $599 BRL MSRP.
Memory & Bandwidth
The GeForce RTX 2070's memory is faster — 448 GB/s versus 320 GB/s — which helps feed the GPU at 4K and with heavy textures.
Generation & Longevity
The GeForce RTX 2070 is roughly 2 years newer than the GeForce GTX 1080 (Turing vs Pascal), so it generally benefits from a more modern architecture and longer driver-support runway.
Which should you buy: GeForce GTX 1080 or GeForce RTX 2070?
The GeForce RTX 2070 is the all-round winner here — it's faster and the better value, so buy it if it fits your budget. Only consider the GeForce GTX 1080 if you find it at a steep discount.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce GTX 1080 or the GeForce RTX 2070?
Is the GeForce GTX 1080 worth the extra $2,056 BRL over the GeForce RTX 2070?
Which should you buy: GeForce GTX 1080 or GeForce RTX 2070?
Technical Specifications Comparison
Architecture & Cores
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1080 | GeForce RTX 2070 |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Pascal | Turing |
| Process Node | TSMC 16nm | TSMC 12nm |
| CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores) | 2,560✓ | 2,304 |
| Ray Tracing Cores | — | 36 |
| Tensor / AI Cores | — | 288 |
Clock Speeds
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1080 | GeForce RTX 2070 |
|---|---|---|
| Base Clock | 1,607 MHz✓ | 1,410 MHz |
| Boost Clock | 1,733 MHz✓ | 1,620 MHz |
Memory
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1080 | GeForce RTX 2070 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5X | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bus | 256-bit | 256-bit |
| Memory Speed | 10 Gbps | 14 Gbps✓ |
| Bandwidth | 320 GB/s | 448 GB/s✓ |
Connectivity & Power
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1080 | GeForce RTX 2070 |
|---|---|---|
| Interface | PCIe 3.0 x16 | PCIe 3.0 x16 |
| TDP | 180 W | 175 W✓ |
| Power Connectors | 1x 8-pin | 1x 8-pin |
| Released | May 2016 | Oct 2018 |