GPU Comparison

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

Quick Verdict

On raw speed the GeForce RTX 5080 comes out noticeably faster — about 11% ahead of the Radeon RX 9070 XT. But the Radeon RX 9070 XT is the better value, undercutting it by $1,488 for the performance you get.

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VS
Price
$2588
Perf Index
68%
Value Score
0.026
VRAM16GB GDDR6
Thermal TDP360W
AMD
Radeon RX 9070 XT
Price
$1100
Perf Index
61%
Value Score
0.055
VRAM16GB GDDR6
Thermal TDP304W

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

Performance: GeForce RTX 5080 vs Radeon RX 9070 XT

The GeForce RTX 5080 is noticeably faster, around 11% ahead of the Radeon RX 9070 XT. Both cards sit in the same broad class, well suited to 4K and high-refresh 1440p.

Price & Value

The Radeon RX 9070 XT currently lists from $1,100, $1,488 less than the GeForce RTX 5080 at $2,588. Despite being slower, the Radeon RX 9070 XT offers the better performance-per-dollar (~111% better value), so budget-focused buyers should weigh it carefully. The Radeon RX 9070 XT still sits about $501 above its $599 MSRP. The GeForce RTX 5080 still sits about $1,589 above its $999 MSRP.

Power & Efficiency

At 304W against 360W, the Radeon RX 9070 XT is both the lower-power and the more efficient card, making it the easier build to cool and power.

Features & Ecosystem

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

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 XT stretches your money further for only slightly lower performance.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The GeForce RTX 5080 is noticeably faster, roughly 11% ahead. The Radeon RX 9070 XT 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 XT?

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 $1,488 over the Radeon RX 9070 XT?

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