GPU Comparison
Select up to 2 GPUs to analyze their pricing, performance, and specifications side-by-side.
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Only verified data for GeForce RTX 3070 is available. Benchmarks for other models are currently being processed.
On raw speed the GeForce RTX 3070 comes out dramatically faster — about 42% ahead of the GeForce RTX 2080.
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GeForce RTX 3070 vs GeForce RTX 2080: In-Depth Breakdown
Performance: GeForce RTX 3070 vs GeForce RTX 2080
The GeForce RTX 3070 is dramatically faster, around 42% ahead of the GeForce RTX 2080. That gap is enough to move it up a tier: the GeForce RTX 3070 is comfortable at 1440p, while the GeForce RTX 2080 is better matched to 1080p. The GeForce RTX 3070 packs 5,888 CUDA cores versus 2,944 on the GeForce RTX 2080.
Generation & Longevity
The GeForce RTX 3070 is roughly 2 years newer than the GeForce RTX 2080 (Ampere vs Turing), so it generally benefits from a more modern architecture and longer driver-support runway.
Which should you buy: GeForce RTX 2080 or GeForce RTX 3070?
The GeForce RTX 3070 is the faster card by about 42%. 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 better than the GeForce RTX 2080?
Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce RTX 2080 or the GeForce RTX 3070?
Technical Specifications Comparison
Architecture & Cores
| Specification | GeForce RTX 2080 | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Turing | Ampere |
| Process Node | TSMC 12nm | Samsung 8nm |
| CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores) | 2,944 | 5,888✓ |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 46 | 46 |
| Tensor / AI Cores | 368✓ | 184 |
Clock Speeds
| Specification | GeForce RTX 2080 | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| Base Clock | 1,515 MHz✓ | 1,500 MHz |
| Boost Clock | 1,710 MHz | 1,725 MHz✓ |
Memory
| Specification | GeForce RTX 2080 | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bus | 256-bit | 256-bit |
| Memory Speed | 14 Gbps | 14 Gbps |
| Bandwidth | 448 GB/s | 448 GB/s |
Connectivity & Power
| Specification | GeForce RTX 2080 | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| Interface | PCIe 3.0 x16 | PCIe 4.0 x16 |
| TDP | 225 W | 220 W✓ |
| Power Connectors | 1x 6-pin + 1x 8-pin | 1x 12-pin |
| Released | Sep 2018 | Sep 2020 |