GPU Comparison

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

Quick Verdict

The GeForce RTX 4080 is significantly faster than the Radeon RX 6950 XT, leading by roughly 32% in our performance index. The Radeon RX 6950 XT, however, delivers more performance per dollar — $5,450 cheaper.

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VS
Price
$6794
Perf Index
58%
Value Score
0.009
VRAM16GB GDDR6
Thermal TDP320W
AMD
Radeon RX 6950 XT
Price
$1344
Perf Index
44%
Value Score
0.033
VRAM16GB GDDR6
Thermal TDP335W

GeForce RTX 4080 vs Radeon RX 6950 XT: In-Depth Breakdown

Performance: GeForce RTX 4080 vs Radeon RX 6950 XT

The GeForce RTX 4080 is significantly faster, around 32% ahead of the Radeon RX 6950 XT. Both cards sit in the same broad class, well suited to 4K with upscaling and native 1440p.

Price & Value

Right now the Radeon RX 6950 XT starts at $1,344 against $6,794 for the GeForce RTX 4080. Despite being slower, the Radeon RX 6950 XT offers the better performance-per-dollar (~284% better value), so budget-focused buyers should weigh it carefully. The Radeon RX 6950 XT still sits about $245 above its $1,099 MSRP. The GeForce RTX 4080 still sits about $5,595 above its $1,199 MSRP.

Features & Ecosystem

Beyond raw numbers, the GeForce RTX 4080 brings NVIDIA DLSS upscaling/frame generation and stronger ray tracing, while the Radeon RX 6950 XT offers AMD FSR upscaling and strong rasterization value. If you lean on upscaling or ray tracing, that ecosystem difference can matter as much as the frame-rate gap.

Which should you buy: GeForce RTX 4080 or Radeon RX 6950 XT?

Choose the GeForce RTX 4080 if you want the most performance and can absorb the higher price. If you're optimizing for value, the Radeon RX 6950 XT stretches your money further for only slightly lower performance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the GeForce RTX 4080 better than the Radeon RX 6950 XT?

The GeForce RTX 4080 is significantly faster, roughly 32% ahead. The Radeon RX 6950 XT is still worth it if value matters more than top-end frames.

Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce RTX 4080 or the Radeon RX 6950 XT?

The GeForce RTX 4080 is the better 4K option — it's comfortable at 4K with upscaling and native 1440p.

Is the GeForce RTX 4080 worth the extra $5,450 over the Radeon RX 6950 XT?

Only if you need the extra performance or features; on pure value the Radeon RX 6950 XT comes out ahead.