GPU Comparison
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Only verified data for GeForce RTX 5060 is available. Benchmarks for other models are currently being processed.
The GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop is marginally faster than the GeForce RTX 5060, leading by roughly 8% in our performance index. The GeForce RTX 5060 is the cheaper option by $1,225 CAD.
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GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop vs GeForce RTX 5060: In-Depth Breakdown
Performance: GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop vs GeForce RTX 5060
The GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop is marginally faster, around 8% ahead of the GeForce RTX 5060. Both cards sit in the same broad class, well suited to 1440p. The GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop packs 6,144 CUDA cores versus 3,840 on the GeForce RTX 5060.
Price & Value
Right now the GeForce RTX 5060 starts at $450 CAD against $1,675 CAD for the GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop. The GeForce RTX 5060 still sits about $151 CAD above its $299 CAD MSRP.
VRAM & Future-Proofing
With 16GB against 8GB, the GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop has more headroom for 4K textures and memory-hungry creative/AI tasks where the GeForce RTX 5060's 8GB can fall short.
Generation & Longevity
The GeForce RTX 5060 is roughly 4 years newer than the GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop (Blackwell vs Ampere), so it generally benefits from a more modern architecture and longer driver-support runway.
Which should you buy: GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop or GeForce RTX 5060?
The GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop 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 GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop better than the GeForce RTX 5060?
Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop or the GeForce RTX 5060?
Is the GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop worth the extra $1,225 CAD over the GeForce RTX 5060?
Does the GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop have enough VRAM advantage to matter?
Technical Specifications Comparison
Architecture & Cores
| Specification | GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop | GeForce RTX 5060 |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Ampere | Blackwell |
| Process Node | Samsung 8nm | TSMC 4N |
| CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores) | 6,144✓ | 3,840 |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 48✓ | 30 |
| Tensor / AI Cores | 192✓ | 120 |
Clock Speeds
| Specification | GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop | GeForce RTX 5060 |
|---|---|---|
| Base Clock | 1,110 MHz | 2,280 MHz✓ |
| Boost Clock | 1,545 MHz | 2,497 MHz✓ |
Memory
| Specification | GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop | GeForce RTX 5060 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 16 GB✓ | 8 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR7 |
| Memory Bus | 256-bit✓ | 128-bit |
| Memory Speed | 14 Gbps | 28 Gbps✓ |
| Bandwidth | 448 GB/s | 448 GB/s |
Connectivity & Power
| Specification | GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop | GeForce RTX 5060 |
|---|---|---|
| Interface | PCIe 4.0 x16 | PCIe 5.0 x16 |
| TDP | 150 W | 145 W✓ |
| Power Connectors | None | 1x 16-pin |
| Released | Jan 2021 | May 2025 |
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