GPU Comparison

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

Quick Verdict

On raw speed the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti comes out significantly faster — about 21% ahead of the GeForce RTX 3080 Ti. It also wins on performance-per-dollar, making it the cleaner choice when you can afford it.

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VS
Price
€966
Performance
39%
VRAM
12 GB GDDR6X
Key Specs Advantage
+100% Memory Bus (384-bit vs 192-bit)
+81% Bandwidth (912 GB/s vs 504 GB/s)
+33% CUDA Cores (10,240 vs 7,680)
NVIDIA
GeForce RTX 4070 Ti
Price
€1,090
Performance
47%
VRAM
12 GB GDDR6X
Key Specs Advantage
+57% Boost Clock (2,610 MHz vs 1,665 MHz)

GeForce RTX 4070 Ti vs GeForce RTX 3080 Ti: In-Depth Breakdown

Performance: GeForce RTX 4070 Ti vs GeForce RTX 3080 Ti

The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti is significantly faster, around 21% ahead of the GeForce RTX 3080 Ti. That gap is enough to move it up a tier: the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti is comfortable at 4K with upscaling and native 1440p, while the GeForce RTX 3080 Ti is better matched to 1440p.

Price & Value

The GeForce RTX 3080 Ti currently lists from $966 EUR, $124 EUR less than the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti at $1,090 EUR. Because it's both faster and competitively priced, the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti wins on performance-per-dollar by about 7%. The GeForce RTX 3080 Ti is trading below its $1,199 EUR MSRP — a genuine deal. The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti still sits about $291 EUR above its $799 EUR MSRP.

Power & Efficiency

At 285W against 350W, the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti is both the lower-power and the more efficient card, making it the easier build to cool and power. Its more modern Ada Lovelace architecture on a TSMC N4 process is part of why it does more with each watt.

Memory & Bandwidth

The GeForce RTX 3080 Ti's memory is faster — 912 GB/s versus 504 GB/s (384-bit vs 192-bit bus) — which helps feed the GPU at 4K and with heavy textures.

Generation & Longevity

The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti is roughly 2 years newer than the GeForce RTX 3080 Ti (Ada Lovelace vs Ampere), so it generally benefits from a more modern architecture and longer driver-support runway.

Which should you buy: GeForce RTX 3080 Ti or GeForce RTX 4070 Ti?

The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti is the all-round winner here — it's faster and the better value, so buy it if it fits your budget. Only consider the GeForce RTX 3080 Ti if you find it at a steep discount.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti better than the GeForce RTX 3080 Ti?

The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti is significantly faster, roughly 21% ahead. If your budget allows, it's the stronger pick.

Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce RTX 3080 Ti or the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti?

The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti is the better 4K option — it's comfortable at 4K with upscaling and native 1440p.

Is the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti worth the extra $124 EUR over the GeForce RTX 3080 Ti?

Often yes — despite the higher price the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti delivers better performance-per-dollar here.

Technical Specifications Comparison

Architecture & Cores

SpecificationGeForce RTX 3080 TiGeForce RTX 4070 Ti
ArchitectureAmpereAda Lovelace
Process NodeSamsung 8nmTSMC N4
CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores)10,2407,680
Ray Tracing Cores8060
Tensor / AI Cores320240

Clock Speeds

SpecificationGeForce RTX 3080 TiGeForce RTX 4070 Ti
Base Clock1,365 MHz2,310 MHz
Boost Clock1,665 MHz2,610 MHz

Memory

SpecificationGeForce RTX 3080 TiGeForce RTX 4070 Ti
VRAM Capacity12 GB12 GB
Memory TypeGDDR6XGDDR6X
Memory Bus384-bit192-bit
Memory Speed19 Gbps21 Gbps
Bandwidth912 GB/s504 GB/s

Connectivity & Power

SpecificationGeForce RTX 3080 TiGeForce RTX 4070 Ti
InterfacePCIe 4.0 x16PCIe 4.0 x16
TDP350 W285 W
Power Connectors1x 12-pin1x 16-pin
ReleasedMay 2021Jan 2023