GPU Comparison

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

Quick Verdict

The GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER is dramatically faster than the GeForce RTX 3080 Ti, leading by roughly 44% in our performance index. It is also the stronger value pick here, so it's the easy recommendation if your budget allows.

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VS
Price
$2881
Perf Index
41%
Value Score
0.014
VRAM12GB GDDR6
Thermal TDP350W
NVIDIA
GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER
Price
$2900
Perf Index
59%
Value Score
0.020
VRAM16GB GDDR6
Thermal TDP320W

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

Performance: GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER vs GeForce RTX 3080 Ti

The GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER is dramatically faster, around 44% ahead of the GeForce RTX 3080 Ti. That gap is enough to move it up a tier: the GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER 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 $2,900 for the GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER. Because it's both faster and competitively priced, the GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER wins on performance-per-dollar by about 43%. The GeForce RTX 3080 Ti still sits about $1,682 above its $1,199 MSRP. The GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER still sits about $1,901 above its $999 MSRP.

Power & Efficiency

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

Generation & Longevity

The GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER is roughly 3 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 4080 SUPER?

the GeForce RTX 4080 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 GeForce RTX 3080 Ti if you find it at a steep discount.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER is dramatically faster, roughly 44% ahead. If your budget allows, it's the stronger pick.

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

The GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER 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 SUPER worth the extra $19 over the GeForce RTX 3080 Ti?

Often yes — despite the higher price the GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER delivers better performance-per-dollar here.

Does the GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER 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.