GPU Comparison
Select up to 2 GPUs to analyze their pricing, performance, and specifications side-by-side.
On raw speed the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti comes out noticeably faster — about 15% ahead of the GeForce RTX 3080 Ti. But the GeForce RTX 3080 Ti is the better value, undercutting it by $648 for the performance you get.
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GeForce RTX 4070 Ti vs GeForce RTX 3080 Ti: In-Depth Breakdown
Performance: GeForce RTX 4070 Ti vs GeForce RTX 3080 Ti
The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti is noticeably faster, around 15% ahead of the GeForce RTX 3080 Ti. That gap is enough to move it up a tier: the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti is comfortable at 4K with upscaling and native 1440p, while the GeForce RTX 3080 Ti is better matched to 1440p.
Price & Value
The GeForce RTX 3080 Ti currently lists from $2,881, $648 less than the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti at $3,529. Despite being slower, the GeForce RTX 3080 Ti offers the better performance-per-dollar (~7% better value), so budget-focused buyers should weigh it carefully. The GeForce RTX 3080 Ti still sits about $1,682 above its $1,199 MSRP. The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti still sits about $2,730 above its $799 MSRP.
Power & Efficiency
At 285W against 350W, the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti is both the lower-power and the more efficient card, making it the easier build to cool and power.
Generation & Longevity
The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti is roughly 2 years newer than the GeForce RTX 3080 Ti, so it generally benefits from a more modern architecture and longer driver-support runway.
Which should you buy: GeForce RTX 3080 Ti or GeForce RTX 4070 Ti?
Choose the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti if you want the most performance and can absorb the higher price. If you're optimizing for value, the GeForce RTX 3080 Ti stretches your money further for only slightly lower performance.