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 2080 Ti comes out dramatically faster — about 50% ahead of the GeForce GTX 1080 Ti. It also wins on performance-per-dollar, making it the cleaner choice when you can afford it.

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VS
Price
€798
Benchmark %
20%
VRAM
11 GB GDDR5X
Key Specs Advantage
+2% Boost Clock (1,582 MHz vs 1,545 MHz)
NVIDIA
GeForce RTX 2080 Ti
Price
€851
Benchmark %
30%
VRAM
11 GB GDDR6
Key Specs Advantage
+27% Bandwidth (616 GB/s vs 484 GB/s)
+21% CUDA Cores (4,352 vs 3,584)

GeForce RTX 2080 Ti vs GeForce GTX 1080 Ti: In-Depth Breakdown

Performance: GeForce RTX 2080 Ti vs GeForce GTX 1080 Ti

The GeForce RTX 2080 Ti is dramatically faster, around 50% ahead of the GeForce GTX 1080 Ti. That gap is enough to move it up a tier: the GeForce RTX 2080 Ti is comfortable at 1440p, while the GeForce GTX 1080 Ti is better matched to 1080p. The GeForce RTX 2080 Ti packs 4,352 CUDA cores versus 3,584 on the GeForce GTX 1080 Ti.

Price & Value

The GeForce GTX 1080 Ti currently lists from $798 EUR, $54 EUR less than the GeForce RTX 2080 Ti at $851 EUR. Because it's both faster and competitively priced, the GeForce RTX 2080 Ti wins on performance-per-dollar by about 41%. The GeForce GTX 1080 Ti still sits about $99 EUR above its $699 EUR MSRP. The GeForce RTX 2080 Ti is trading below its $999 EUR MSRP — a genuine deal.

Memory & Bandwidth

The GeForce RTX 2080 Ti's memory is faster — 616 GB/s versus 484 GB/s — which helps feed the GPU at 4K and with heavy textures.

Which should you buy: GeForce GTX 1080 Ti or GeForce RTX 2080 Ti?

The GeForce RTX 2080 Ti 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 GTX 1080 Ti if you find it at a steep discount.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the GeForce RTX 2080 Ti better than the GeForce GTX 1080 Ti?

The GeForce RTX 2080 Ti is dramatically faster, roughly 50% ahead. If your budget allows, it's the stronger pick.

Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce GTX 1080 Ti or the GeForce RTX 2080 Ti?

Neither is a dedicated 4K card; both are best at 1440p. For 4K you'd want a faster GPU, or lean on upscaling.

Is the GeForce RTX 2080 Ti worth the extra $54 EUR over the GeForce GTX 1080 Ti?

Often yes — despite the higher price the GeForce RTX 2080 Ti delivers better performance-per-dollar here.

Technical Specifications Comparison

Architecture & Cores

SpecificationGeForce GTX 1080 TiGeForce RTX 2080 Ti
ArchitecturePascalTuring
Process NodeTSMC 16nmTSMC 12nm
CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores)3,5844,352
Ray Tracing Cores68
Tensor / AI Cores544

Clock Speeds

SpecificationGeForce GTX 1080 TiGeForce RTX 2080 Ti
Base Clock1,480 MHz1,350 MHz
Boost Clock1,582 MHz1,545 MHz

Memory

SpecificationGeForce GTX 1080 TiGeForce RTX 2080 Ti
VRAM Capacity11 GB11 GB
Memory TypeGDDR5XGDDR6
Memory Bus352-bit352-bit
Memory Speed11 Gbps14 Gbps
Bandwidth484 GB/s616 GB/s

Connectivity & Power

SpecificationGeForce GTX 1080 TiGeForce RTX 2080 Ti
InterfacePCIe 3.0 x16PCIe 3.0 x16
TDP250 W250 W
Power Connectors1x 8-pin + 1x 6-pin2x 8-pin
ReleasedMar 2017Sep 2018