GPU Comparison

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

Quick Verdict

The GeForce RTX 2080 is dramatically faster than the GeForce GTX 1070 Ti, leading by roughly 58% in our performance index.

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VS
NVIDIA
GeForce GTX 1070 Ti
Price
€359
Performance
12%
VRAM
8 GB GDDR5
Key Specs Advantage

Comparable or lower specs

Price
Awaiting Data
Performance
19%
VRAM
8 GB GDDR6
Key Specs Advantage
+75% Bandwidth (448 GB/s vs 256.3 GB/s)
+21% CUDA Cores (2,944 vs 2,432)
+2% Boost Clock (1,710 MHz vs 1,683 MHz)

GeForce RTX 2080 vs GeForce GTX 1070 Ti: In-Depth Breakdown

Performance: GeForce RTX 2080 vs GeForce GTX 1070 Ti

The GeForce RTX 2080 is dramatically faster, around 58% ahead of the GeForce GTX 1070 Ti. That gap is enough to move it up a tier: the GeForce RTX 2080 is comfortable at 1080p, while the GeForce GTX 1070 Ti is better matched to entry-level 1080p. The GeForce RTX 2080 packs 2,944 CUDA cores versus 2,432 on the GeForce GTX 1070 Ti.

Power & Efficiency

The GeForce GTX 1070 Ti pulls less power (180W vs 225W), so it's the easier card to cool and the lighter load on your PSU. The faster GeForce RTX 2080 draws more overall but extracts more performance from each watt — plan for a sturdier power supply if you pick it. Its more modern Turing architecture on a TSMC 12nm process is part of why it does more with each watt.

Memory & Bandwidth

The GeForce RTX 2080's memory is faster — 448 GB/s versus 256 GB/s — which helps feed the GPU at 4K and with heavy textures.

Which should you buy: GeForce GTX 1070 Ti or GeForce RTX 2080?

The GeForce RTX 2080 is the faster card by about 58%. 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 2080 better than the GeForce GTX 1070 Ti?

The GeForce RTX 2080 is dramatically faster, roughly 58% ahead. If your budget allows, it's the stronger pick.

Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce GTX 1070 Ti or the GeForce RTX 2080?

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

Technical Specifications Comparison

Architecture & Cores

SpecificationGeForce GTX 1070 TiGeForce RTX 2080
ArchitecturePascalTuring
Process NodeTSMC 16nmTSMC 12nm
CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores)2,4322,944
Ray Tracing Cores46
Tensor / AI Cores368

Clock Speeds

SpecificationGeForce GTX 1070 TiGeForce RTX 2080
Base Clock1,607 MHz1,515 MHz
Boost Clock1,683 MHz1,710 MHz

Memory

SpecificationGeForce GTX 1070 TiGeForce RTX 2080
VRAM Capacity8 GB8 GB
Memory TypeGDDR5GDDR6
Memory Bus256-bit256-bit
Memory Speed8 Gbps14 Gbps
Bandwidth256.3 GB/s448 GB/s

Connectivity & Power

SpecificationGeForce GTX 1070 TiGeForce RTX 2080
InterfacePCIe 3.0 x16PCIe 3.0 x16
TDP180 W225 W
Power Connectors1x 8-pin1x 6-pin + 1x 8-pin
ReleasedNov 2017Sep 2018