GPU Comparison

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

Quick Verdict

On raw speed the Radeon RX 5700 comes out marginally faster — about 6% ahead of the GeForce GTX 1080.

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NVIDIA
GeForce GTX 1080
Price
$350
Perf Index
16%
Value Score
0.046
VRAM8GB GDDR6
Thermal TDP180W
Price
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Perf Index
17%
Value Score
VRAM8GB GDDR6
Thermal TDP180W

Radeon RX 5700 vs GeForce GTX 1080: In-Depth Breakdown

Performance: Radeon RX 5700 vs GeForce GTX 1080

The Radeon RX 5700 is marginally faster, around 6% ahead of the GeForce GTX 1080. Both cards sit in the same broad class, well suited to 1080p.

Generation & Longevity

The Radeon RX 5700 is roughly 3 years newer than the GeForce GTX 1080, so it generally benefits from a more modern architecture and longer driver-support runway.

Features & Ecosystem

Beyond raw numbers, the GeForce GTX 1080 brings NVIDIA DLSS upscaling/frame generation and stronger ray tracing, while the Radeon RX 5700 offers AMD FSR upscaling and strong rasterization value. If you lean on upscaling or ray tracing, that ecosystem difference can matter as much as the frame-rate gap.

Which should you buy: GeForce GTX 1080 or Radeon RX 5700?

the Radeon RX 5700 is the faster card. 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 Radeon RX 5700 better than the GeForce GTX 1080?

The Radeon RX 5700 is marginally faster, roughly 6% ahead. If your budget allows, it's the stronger pick.

Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce GTX 1080 or the Radeon RX 5700?

Neither is a dedicated 4K card; both are best at 1080p. For 4K you'd want a faster GPU, or lean on upscaling.