GPU Comparison
Select up to 2 GPUs to analyze their pricing, performance, and specifications side-by-side.
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Market comparison is currently pending while we verify the latest benchmarks for GeForce RTX 3060 Ti and GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop.
The GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop is noticeably faster than the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti, leading by roughly 17% in our performance index.
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GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop vs GeForce RTX 3060 Ti: In-Depth Breakdown
Performance: GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop vs GeForce RTX 3060 Ti
The GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop is noticeably faster, around 17% ahead of the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti. That gap is enough to move it up a tier: the GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop is comfortable at 1440p, while the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is better matched to 1080p. The GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop packs 6,144 CUDA cores versus 4,864 on the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti. The GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop also has more RT cores (48 vs 38) and more AI cores (192 vs 152), strengthening its ray-tracing and AI-upscaling performance.
Power & Efficiency
The GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop draws just 150W versus 200W for the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti, and it also delivers more performance per watt — so it runs cooler and quieter and needs less PSU headroom.
VRAM & Future-Proofing
With 16GB against 8GB, the GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop has more headroom for 4K textures and memory-hungry creative/AI tasks where the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti's 8GB can fall short.
Which should you buy: GeForce RTX 3060 Ti or GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop?
The GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop is the faster card by about 17%. 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 3080 Laptop better than the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti?
Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti or the GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop?
Does the GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop have enough VRAM advantage to matter?
Which is better for ray tracing, the GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop or the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti?
Technical Specifications Comparison
Architecture & Cores
| Specification | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti | GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Ampere | Ampere |
| Process Node | Samsung 8nm | Samsung 8nm |
| CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores) | 4,864 | 6,144✓ |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 38 | 48✓ |
| Tensor / AI Cores | 152 | 192✓ |
Clock Speeds
| Specification | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti | GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop |
|---|---|---|
| Base Clock | 1,410 MHz✓ | 1,110 MHz |
| Boost Clock | 1,665 MHz✓ | 1,545 MHz |
Memory
| Specification | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti | GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB | 16 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 3060 Ti | GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop |
|---|---|---|
| Interface | PCIe 4.0 x16 | PCIe 4.0 x16 |
| TDP | 200 W | 150 W✓ |
| Power Connectors | 1x 12-pin | None |
| Released | Dec 2020 | Jan 2021 |