GPU Comparison
Select up to 2 GPUs to analyze their pricing, performance, and specifications side-by-side.
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Only verified data for GeForce GTX 1070 is available. Benchmarks for other models are currently being processed.
On raw speed the GeForce GTX 1080 Laptop comes out significantly faster — about 27% ahead of the GeForce GTX 1070.
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GeForce GTX 1080 Laptop vs GeForce GTX 1070: In-Depth Breakdown
Performance: GeForce GTX 1080 Laptop vs GeForce GTX 1070
The GeForce GTX 1080 Laptop is significantly faster, around 27% ahead of the GeForce GTX 1070. That gap is enough to move it up a tier: the GeForce GTX 1080 Laptop is comfortable at 1080p, while the GeForce GTX 1070 is better matched to entry-level 1080p. The GeForce GTX 1080 Laptop packs 2,560 CUDA cores versus 1,920 on the GeForce GTX 1070.
Memory & Bandwidth
The GeForce GTX 1080 Laptop's memory is faster — 320 GB/s versus 256 GB/s — which helps feed the GPU at 4K and with heavy textures.
Which should you buy: GeForce GTX 1070 or GeForce GTX 1080 Laptop?
The GeForce GTX 1080 Laptop is the faster card by about 27%. With live pricing limited for this pair, base your decision on the spec differences above — particularly VRAM and power draw — and check current stock before buying.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the GeForce GTX 1080 Laptop better than the GeForce GTX 1070?
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Technical Specifications Comparison
Architecture & Cores
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1070 | GeForce GTX 1080 Laptop |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Pascal | Pascal |
| Process Node | TSMC 16nm | TSMC 16nm |
| CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores) | 1,920 | 2,560✓ |
| Ray Tracing Cores | — | 0 |
| Tensor / AI Cores | — | 0 |
Clock Speeds
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1070 | GeForce GTX 1080 Laptop |
|---|---|---|
| Base Clock | 1,506 MHz | 1,556 MHz✓ |
| Boost Clock | 1,683 MHz | 1,733 MHz✓ |
Memory
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1070 | GeForce GTX 1080 Laptop |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5X |
| Memory Bus | 256-bit | 256-bit |
| Memory Speed | 8 Gbps | 10 Gbps✓ |
| Bandwidth | 256 GB/s | 320 GB/s✓ |
Connectivity & Power
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1070 | GeForce GTX 1080 Laptop |
|---|---|---|
| Interface | PCIe 3.0 x16 | PCIe 3.0 x16 |
| TDP | 150 W | 150 W |
| Power Connectors | 1x 8-pin | None |
| Released | Jun 2016 | Aug 2016 |