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 3080 Ti comes out noticeably faster — about 11% ahead of the GeForce RTX 4070. It also wins on performance-per-dollar, making it the cleaner choice when you can afford it.

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NVIDIA
GeForce RTX 3080 Ti
Price
€896
Benchmark %
41%
VRAM
12 GB GDDR6X
Key Specs Advantage
+100% Memory Bus (384-bit vs 192-bit)
+81% Bandwidth (912 GB/s vs 504 GB/s)
+74% CUDA Cores (10,240 vs 5,888)
Price
€1,000
Benchmark %
37%
VRAM
12 GB GDDR6X
Key Specs Advantage
+49% Boost Clock (2,475 MHz vs 1,665 MHz)

GeForce RTX 3080 Ti vs GeForce RTX 4070: In-Depth Breakdown

Performance: GeForce RTX 3080 Ti vs GeForce RTX 4070

The GeForce RTX 3080 Ti is noticeably faster, around 11% ahead of the GeForce RTX 4070. Both cards sit in the same broad class, well suited to 1440p. The GeForce RTX 3080 Ti packs 10,240 CUDA cores versus 5,888 on the GeForce RTX 4070.

Price & Value

The GeForce RTX 3080 Ti currently lists from $896 EUR, $104 EUR less than the GeForce RTX 4070 at $1,000 EUR. Because it's both faster and competitively priced, the GeForce RTX 3080 Ti wins on performance-per-dollar by about 24%. The GeForce RTX 3080 Ti is trading below its $1,199 EUR MSRP — a genuine deal. The GeForce RTX 4070 still sits about $400 EUR above its $600 EUR MSRP.

Power & Efficiency

At 200W against 350W, the GeForce RTX 4070 is both the lower-power and the more efficient card, making it the easier build to cool and power. Its more modern Ada Lovelace architecture on a TSMC N4 process is part of why it does more with each watt.

Memory & Bandwidth

The GeForce RTX 3080 Ti's memory is faster — 912 GB/s versus 504 GB/s (384-bit vs 192-bit bus) — which helps feed the GPU at 4K and with heavy textures.

Generation & Longevity

The GeForce RTX 4070 is roughly 2 years newer than the GeForce RTX 3080 Ti (Ada Lovelace vs Ampere), 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 4070?

The GeForce RTX 3080 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 RTX 4070 if you find it at a steep discount.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the GeForce RTX 3080 Ti better than the GeForce RTX 4070?

The GeForce RTX 3080 Ti is noticeably faster, roughly 11% 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 4070?

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 4070 worth the extra $104 EUR over the GeForce RTX 3080 Ti?

Only if you need the extra performance or features; on pure value the GeForce RTX 3080 Ti comes out ahead.

Technical Specifications Comparison

Architecture & Cores

SpecificationGeForce RTX 3080 TiGeForce RTX 4070
ArchitectureAmpereAda Lovelace
Process NodeSamsung 8nmTSMC N4
CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores)10,2405,888
Ray Tracing Cores8046
Tensor / AI Cores320184

Clock Speeds

SpecificationGeForce RTX 3080 TiGeForce RTX 4070
Base Clock1,365 MHz1,920 MHz
Boost Clock1,665 MHz2,475 MHz

Memory

SpecificationGeForce RTX 3080 TiGeForce RTX 4070
VRAM Capacity12 GB12 GB
Memory TypeGDDR6XGDDR6X
Memory Bus384-bit192-bit
Memory Speed19 Gbps21 Gbps
Bandwidth912 GB/s504 GB/s

Connectivity & Power

SpecificationGeForce RTX 3080 TiGeForce RTX 4070
InterfacePCIe 4.0 x16PCIe 4.0 x16
TDP350 W200 W
Power Connectors1x 12-pin1x 16-pin
ReleasedMay 2021Apr 2023