GeForce RTX 2080 vs GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER
On raw speed the GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER comes out noticeably faster — about 11% ahead of the GeForce RTX 2080. But the GeForce RTX 2080 is the better value, undercutting it by $362 EUR for the performance you get.
Market Value Leader
GeForce RTX 2080 is the clear winner, offering 51.3% better value than GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER.
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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 currently lists from $539 EUR, $362 EUR less than the GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER at $901 EUR. Despite being slower, the GeForce RTX 2080 offers the better performance-per-dollar (~51% better value), so budget-focused buyers should weigh it carefully. The GeForce RTX 2080 is trading below its $699 EUR MSRP — a genuine deal. The GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER still sits about $202 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?
Choose the GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER if you want the most performance and can absorb the higher price. If you're optimizing for value, the GeForce RTX 2080 stretches your money further for only slightly lower performance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER better than the GeForce RTX 2080?
Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce RTX 2080 or the GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER?
Is the GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER worth the extra $362 EUR over the GeForce RTX 2080?
Which should you buy: GeForce RTX 2080 or GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER?
Technical Specifications Comparison
Architecture & Cores
| Specification | GeForce RTX 2080 | GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Turing | Turing |
| Process Node | TSMC 12nm | TSMC 12nm |
| CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores) | 2,944 | 3,072✓ |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 46 | 48✓ |
| Tensor / AI Cores | 368 | 384✓ |
Clock Speeds
| Specification | GeForce RTX 2080 | GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER |
|---|---|---|
| Base Clock | 1,515 MHz | 1,650 MHz✓ |
| Boost Clock | 1,710 MHz | 1,815 MHz✓ |
Memory
| Specification | GeForce RTX 2080 | GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bus | 256-bit | 256-bit |
| Memory Speed | 14 Gbps | 15.5 Gbps✓ |
| Bandwidth | 448 GB/s | 496.1 GB/s✓ |
Connectivity & Power
| Specification | GeForce RTX 2080 | GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER |
|---|---|---|
| Interface | PCIe 3.0 x16 | PCIe 3.0 x16 |
| TDP | 225 W✓ | 250 W |
| Power Connectors | 1x 6-pin + 1x 8-pin | 1x 8-pin, 1x 6-pin |
| Released | Sep 2018 | Jul 2019 |