GPU Comparison
Select up to 2 GPUs to analyze their pricing, performance, and specifications side-by-side.
The GeForce RTX 2070 is noticeably faster than the GeForce GTX 1080, leading by roughly 15% in our performance index. The GeForce GTX 1080, however, delivers more performance per dollar — $109 EUR cheaper.
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GeForce RTX 2070 vs GeForce GTX 1080: In-Depth Breakdown
Performance: GeForce RTX 2070 vs GeForce GTX 1080
The GeForce RTX 2070 is noticeably faster, around 15% ahead of the GeForce GTX 1080. That gap is enough to move it up a tier: the GeForce RTX 2070 is comfortable at 1080p, while the GeForce GTX 1080 is better matched to entry-level 1080p.
Price & Value
Right now the GeForce GTX 1080 starts at $535 EUR against $644 EUR for the GeForce RTX 2070. Despite being slower, the GeForce GTX 1080 offers the better performance-per-dollar, so budget-focused buyers should weigh it carefully. The GeForce GTX 1080 is trading below its $599 EUR MSRP — a genuine deal. The GeForce RTX 2070 still sits about $145 EUR above its $499 EUR MSRP.
Memory & Bandwidth
The GeForce RTX 2070's memory is faster — 448 GB/s versus 320 GB/s — which helps feed the GPU at 4K and with heavy textures.
Generation & Longevity
The GeForce RTX 2070 is roughly 2 years newer than the GeForce GTX 1080 (Turing vs Pascal), so it generally benefits from a more modern architecture and longer driver-support runway.
Which should you buy: GeForce GTX 1080 or GeForce RTX 2070?
Choose the GeForce RTX 2070 if you want the most performance and can absorb the higher price. If you're optimizing for value, the GeForce GTX 1080 stretches your money further for only slightly lower performance.