GPU Comparison

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

Market Value Leader

GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER is the clear winner, offering 12.4% better value than GeForce RTX 2080.

Quick Verdict

On raw speed the GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER comes out noticeably faster — about 11% ahead of the GeForce RTX 2080. It also wins on performance-per-dollar, making it the cleaner choice when you can afford it.

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NVIDIA
GeForce RTX 2080
Price
€969
Performance
19/100
VRAM
8 GB GDDR6✓
Key Specs Advantage

Comparable or lower specs

NVIDIA
GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER
Price
€953✓
Performance
21/100✓
VRAM
8 GB GDDR6✓
Key Specs Advantage
+11% Bandwidth (496.1 GB/s vs 448 GB/s)
+6% Boost Clock (1,815 MHz vs 1,710 MHz)
+4% CUDA Cores (3,072 vs 2,944)
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GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER vs GeForce RTX 2080: In-Depth Breakdown

Performance: GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER vs GeForce RTX 2080

The GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER is noticeably faster, around 11% ahead of the GeForce RTX 2080. Both cards sit in the same broad class, well suited to 1080p. The GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER packs 3,072 CUDA cores versus 2,944 on the GeForce RTX 2080.

Price & Value

The GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER currently lists from $953 EUR, $16 EUR less than the GeForce RTX 2080 at $969 EUR. Because it's both faster and competitively priced, the GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER wins on performance-per-dollar by about 12%. The GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER still sits about $254 EUR above its $699 EUR MSRP. The GeForce RTX 2080 still sits about $270 EUR above its $699 EUR MSRP.

Power & Efficiency

At 225W against 250W, the GeForce RTX 2080 is both the lower-power and the more efficient card, making it the easier build to cool and power.

Memory & Bandwidth

The GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER's memory is faster — 496 GB/s versus 448 GB/s — which helps feed the GPU at 4K and with heavy textures.

Which should you buy: GeForce RTX 2080 or GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER?

The GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER 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 2080 if you find it at a steep discount.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER better than the GeForce RTX 2080?

The GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER is noticeably faster, roughly 11% ahead. If your budget allows, it's the stronger pick.

Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce RTX 2080 or the GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER?

Neither is a dedicated 4K card; both are best at 1080p. For 4K you'd want a faster GPU, or lean on upscaling.

Is the GeForce RTX 2080 worth the extra $16 EUR over the GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER?

Only if you need the extra performance or features; on pure value the GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER comes out ahead.

Technical Specifications Comparison

Architecture & Cores

SpecificationGeForce RTX 2080GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER
ArchitectureTuringTuring
Process NodeTSMC 12nmTSMC 12nm
CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores)2,9443,072✓
Ray Tracing Cores4648✓
Tensor / AI Cores368384✓

Clock Speeds

SpecificationGeForce RTX 2080GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER
Base Clock1,515 MHz1,650 MHz✓
Boost Clock1,710 MHz1,815 MHz✓

Memory

SpecificationGeForce RTX 2080GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER
VRAM Capacity8 GB8 GB
Memory TypeGDDR6GDDR6
Memory Bus256-bit256-bit
Memory Speed14 Gbps15.5 Gbps✓
Bandwidth448 GB/s496.1 GB/s✓

Connectivity & Power

SpecificationGeForce RTX 2080GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER
InterfacePCIe 3.0 x16PCIe 3.0 x16
TDP225 W✓250 W
Power Connectors1x 6-pin + 1x 8-pin1x 8-pin, 1x 6-pin
ReleasedSep 2018Jul 2019
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