GPU Comparison
Select up to 2 GPUs to analyze their pricing, performance, and specifications side-by-side.
Market Value Leader
Market comparison is currently pending while we verify the latest benchmarks for GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop and GeForce RTX 4080.
On raw speed the GeForce RTX 4080 comes out dramatically faster — about 96% ahead of the GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop. The GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop is the cheaper option by $14,898 INR.
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GeForce RTX 4080 vs GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop: In-Depth Breakdown
Performance: GeForce RTX 4080 vs GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop
The GeForce RTX 4080 is dramatically faster, around 96% ahead of the GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop. That gap is enough to move it up a tier: the GeForce RTX 4080 is comfortable at 4K with upscaling and native 1440p, while the GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop is better matched to 1440p. The GeForce RTX 4080 packs 9,728 CUDA cores versus 6,144 on the GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop.
Price & Value
The GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop currently lists from $299,999 INR, $14,898 INR less than the GeForce RTX 4080 at $314,897 INR. The GeForce RTX 4080 still sits about $313,698 INR above its $1,199 INR MSRP.
Power & Efficiency
At 150W against 320W, the GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop is both the lower-power and the more efficient card, making it the easier build to cool and power.
Memory & Bandwidth
The GeForce RTX 4080's memory is faster — 717 GB/s versus 448 GB/s — which helps feed the GPU at 4K and with heavy textures.
Which should you buy: GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop or GeForce RTX 4080?
The GeForce RTX 4080 is the faster card by about 96%. 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 RTX 4080 better than the GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop?
Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop or the GeForce RTX 4080?
Is the GeForce RTX 4080 worth the extra $14,898 INR over the GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop?
Technical Specifications Comparison
Architecture & Cores
| Specification | GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop | GeForce RTX 4080 |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Ampere | Ada Lovelace |
| Process Node | Samsung 8nm | TSMC 4N |
| CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores) | 6,144 | 9,728✓ |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 48 | 76✓ |
| Tensor / AI Cores | 192 | 304✓ |
Clock Speeds
| Specification | GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop | GeForce RTX 4080 |
|---|---|---|
| Base Clock | 1,110 MHz | 2,205 MHz✓ |
| Boost Clock | 1,545 MHz | 2,505 MHz✓ |
Memory
| Specification | GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop | GeForce RTX 4080 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6X |
| Memory Bus | 256-bit | 256-bit |
| Memory Speed | 14 Gbps | 22.4 Gbps✓ |
| Bandwidth | 448 GB/s | 716.8 GB/s✓ |
Connectivity & Power
| Specification | GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop | GeForce RTX 4080 |
|---|---|---|
| Interface | PCIe 4.0 x16 | PCIe 4.0 x16 |
| TDP | 150 W✓ | 320 W |
| Power Connectors | None | 1x 16-pin |
| Released | Jan 2021 | Sep 2022 |
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