GPU Comparison

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

Quick Verdict

The GeForce RTX 5080 is significantly faster than the Radeon RX 9070, leading by roughly 33% in our performance index. The Radeon RX 9070, however, delivers more performance per dollar — $1,580 cheaper.

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VS
Price
$2588
Perf Index
68%
Value Score
0.026
VRAM16GB GDDR6
Thermal TDP360W
AMD
Radeon RX 9070
Price
$1008
Perf Index
51%
Value Score
0.051
VRAM16GB GDDR6
Thermal TDP220W

GeForce RTX 5080 vs Radeon RX 9070: In-Depth Breakdown

Performance: GeForce RTX 5080 vs Radeon RX 9070

The GeForce RTX 5080 is significantly faster, around 33% ahead of the Radeon RX 9070. That gap is enough to move it up a tier: the GeForce RTX 5080 is comfortable at 4K and high-refresh 1440p, while the Radeon RX 9070 is better matched to 4K with upscaling and native 1440p.

Price & Value

Right now the Radeon RX 9070 starts at $1,008 against $2,588 for the GeForce RTX 5080. Despite being slower, the Radeon RX 9070 offers the better performance-per-dollar (~93% better value), so budget-focused buyers should weigh it carefully. The Radeon RX 9070 still sits about $459 above its $549 MSRP. The GeForce RTX 5080 still sits about $1,589 above its $999 MSRP.

Power & Efficiency

The Radeon RX 9070 draws just 220W versus 360W for the GeForce RTX 5080, and it also delivers more performance per watt — so it runs cooler and quieter and needs less PSU headroom.

Features & Ecosystem

Beyond raw numbers, the GeForce RTX 5080 brings NVIDIA DLSS upscaling/frame generation and stronger ray tracing, while the Radeon RX 9070 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 5080 or Radeon RX 9070?

Choose the GeForce RTX 5080 if you want the most performance and can absorb the higher price. If you're optimizing for value, the Radeon RX 9070 stretches your money further for only slightly lower performance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the GeForce RTX 5080 better than the Radeon RX 9070?

The GeForce RTX 5080 is significantly faster, roughly 33% ahead. The Radeon RX 9070 is still worth it if value matters more than top-end frames.

Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce RTX 5080 or the Radeon RX 9070?

The GeForce RTX 5080 is the better 4K option — it's comfortable at 4K and high-refresh 1440p.

Is the GeForce RTX 5080 worth the extra $1,580 over the Radeon RX 9070?

Only if you need the extra performance or features; on pure value the Radeon RX 9070 comes out ahead.