GPU Comparison
Select up to 2 GPUs to analyze their pricing, performance, and specifications side-by-side.
Market Value Leader
GeForce RTX 3070 is the clear winner, offering 160.3% better value than GeForce RTX 2080.
On raw speed the GeForce RTX 3070 comes out dramatically faster — about 42% 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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GeForce RTX 3070 vs GeForce RTX 2080: In-Depth Breakdown
Performance: GeForce RTX 3070 vs GeForce RTX 2080
The GeForce RTX 3070 is dramatically faster, around 42% ahead of the GeForce RTX 2080. That gap is enough to move it up a tier: the GeForce RTX 3070 is comfortable at 1440p, while the GeForce RTX 2080 is better matched to 1080p. The GeForce RTX 3070 packs 5,888 CUDA cores versus 2,944 on the GeForce RTX 2080.
Price & Value
The GeForce RTX 3070 currently lists from $529 EUR, $440 EUR less than the GeForce RTX 2080 at $969 EUR. Because it's both faster and competitively priced, the GeForce RTX 3070 wins on performance-per-dollar by about 160%. The GeForce RTX 2080 still sits about $270 EUR above its $699 EUR MSRP.
Generation & Longevity
The GeForce RTX 3070 is roughly 2 years newer than the GeForce RTX 2080 (Ampere vs Turing), so it generally benefits from a more modern architecture and longer driver-support runway.
Which should you buy: GeForce RTX 2080 or GeForce RTX 3070?
The GeForce RTX 3070 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 3070 better than the GeForce RTX 2080?
Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce RTX 2080 or the GeForce RTX 3070?
Is the GeForce RTX 2080 worth the extra $440 EUR over the GeForce RTX 3070?
Technical Specifications Comparison
Architecture & Cores
| Specification | GeForce RTX 2080 | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Turing | Ampere |
| Process Node | TSMC 12nm | Samsung 8nm |
| CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores) | 2,944 | 5,888✓ |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 46 | 46 |
| Tensor / AI Cores | 368✓ | 184 |
Clock Speeds
| Specification | GeForce RTX 2080 | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| Base Clock | 1,515 MHz✓ | 1,500 MHz |
| Boost Clock | 1,710 MHz | 1,725 MHz✓ |
Memory
| Specification | GeForce RTX 2080 | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bus | 256-bit | 256-bit |
| Memory Speed | 14 Gbps | 14 Gbps |
| Bandwidth | 448 GB/s | 448 GB/s |
Connectivity & Power
| Specification | GeForce RTX 2080 | GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| Interface | PCIe 3.0 x16 | PCIe 4.0 x16 |
| TDP | 225 W | 220 W✓ |
| Power Connectors | 1x 6-pin + 1x 8-pin | 1x 12-pin |
| Released | Sep 2018 | Sep 2020 |