GPU Comparison

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

Quick Verdict

On raw speed the GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER comes out dramatically faster — about 150% ahead of the Radeon RX 590. It also wins on performance-per-dollar, making it the cleaner choice when you can afford it.

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Price
$790
Perf Index
10%
Value Score
0.013
VRAM8GB GDDR6
Thermal TDP225W
NVIDIA
GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER
Price
$919
Perf Index
25%
Value Score
0.027
VRAM8GB GDDR6
Thermal TDP250W

GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER vs Radeon RX 590: In-Depth Breakdown

Performance: GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER vs Radeon RX 590

The GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER is dramatically faster, around 150% ahead of the Radeon RX 590. That gap is enough to move it up a tier: the GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER is comfortable at 1080p, while the Radeon RX 590 is better matched to entry-level 1080p.

Price & Value

The Radeon RX 590 currently lists from $790, $129 less than the GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER at $919. Because it's both faster and competitively priced, the GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER wins on performance-per-dollar by about 115%. The Radeon RX 590 still sits about $511 above its $279 MSRP. The GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER still sits about $220 above its $699 MSRP.

Power & Efficiency

On power, the Radeon RX 590 is the gentler choice at 225W versus 250W. The GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER is more efficient per watt because it's faster, but its higher 250W draw means more heat and a bigger PSU.

Features & Ecosystem

Beyond raw numbers, the Radeon RX 590 brings AMD FSR upscaling and strong rasterization value, while the GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER offers NVIDIA DLSS upscaling/frame generation and stronger ray tracing. If you lean on upscaling or ray tracing, that ecosystem difference can matter as much as the frame-rate gap.

Which should you buy: Radeon RX 590 or GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER?

the GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER is the all-round winner here — it's faster and the better value, so buy it if it fits your budget. Only consider the Radeon RX 590 if you find it at a steep discount.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER better than the Radeon RX 590?

The GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER is dramatically faster, roughly 150% ahead. If your budget allows, it's the stronger pick.

Which is better for 4K gaming, the Radeon RX 590 or the GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER?

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

Is the GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER worth the extra $129 over the Radeon RX 590?

Often yes — despite the higher price the GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER delivers better performance-per-dollar here.