GPU Comparison

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

Quick Verdict

The GeForce RTX 4080 is dramatically faster than the GeForce RTX 3080 Ti, leading by roughly 41% in our performance index. The GeForce RTX 3080 Ti, however, delivers more performance per dollar — $3,913 cheaper.

Maximum Capacity Reached. Remove a model to add another. (2/2)

VS
NVIDIA
GeForce RTX 3080 Ti
Price
$2881
Perf Index
41%
Value Score
0.014
VRAM12GB GDDR6
Thermal TDP350W
Price
$6794
Perf Index
58%
Value Score
0.009
VRAM16GB GDDR6
Thermal TDP320W

GeForce RTX 4080 vs GeForce RTX 3080 Ti: In-Depth Breakdown

Performance: GeForce RTX 4080 vs GeForce RTX 3080 Ti

The GeForce RTX 4080 is dramatically faster, around 41% ahead of the GeForce RTX 3080 Ti. That gap is enough to move it up a tier: the GeForce RTX 4080 is comfortable at 4K with upscaling and native 1440p, while the GeForce RTX 3080 Ti is better matched to 1440p.

Price & Value

Right now the GeForce RTX 3080 Ti starts at $2,881 against $6,794 for the GeForce RTX 4080. Despite being slower, the GeForce RTX 3080 Ti offers the better performance-per-dollar (~67% 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 4080 still sits about $5,595 above its $1,199 MSRP.

Power & Efficiency

The GeForce RTX 4080 draws just 320W versus 350W for the GeForce RTX 3080 Ti, and it also delivers more performance per watt — so it runs cooler and quieter and needs less PSU headroom.

VRAM & Future-Proofing

With 16GB against 12GB, the GeForce RTX 4080 has more headroom for 4K textures and memory-hungry creative/AI tasks where the GeForce RTX 3080 Ti's 12GB can fall short.

Which should you buy: GeForce RTX 3080 Ti or GeForce RTX 4080?

Choose the GeForce RTX 4080 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the GeForce RTX 4080 better than the GeForce RTX 3080 Ti?

The GeForce RTX 4080 is dramatically faster, roughly 41% ahead. The GeForce RTX 3080 Ti is still worth it if value matters more than top-end frames.

Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce RTX 3080 Ti or the GeForce RTX 4080?

The GeForce RTX 4080 is the better 4K option — it's comfortable at 4K with upscaling and native 1440p, and its 16GB of VRAM helps with 4K textures.

Is the GeForce RTX 4080 worth the extra $3,913 over the GeForce RTX 3080 Ti?

Only if you need the extra performance or features; on pure value the GeForce RTX 3080 Ti comes out ahead.

Does the GeForce RTX 4080 have enough VRAM advantage to matter?

Its 16GB (vs 12GB) gives real headroom for 4K, heavy texture mods, and creative/AI work. At 1080p the gap matters less.