GPU Comparison
Select up to 2 GPUs to analyze their pricing, performance, and specifications side-by-side.
Market Value Leader
Only verified data for GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER is available. Benchmarks for other models are currently being processed.
The GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER is noticeably faster than the GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop, leading by roughly 12% in our performance index. The GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER is the cheaper option by $2,552 EUR.
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GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER vs GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop: In-Depth Breakdown
Performance: GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER vs GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop
The GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER is noticeably faster, around 12% ahead of the GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop. Both cards sit in the same broad class, well suited to 4K with upscaling and native 1440p.
Price & Value
Right now the GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER starts at $1,247 EUR against $3,799 EUR for the GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop. The GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER still sits about $248 EUR above its $999 EUR MSRP.
Power & Efficiency
The GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop draws just 150W versus 320W for the GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER, and it also delivers more performance per watt — so it runs cooler and quieter and needs less PSU headroom. Its more modern Blackwell architecture on a TSMC 4NP process is part of why it does more with each watt.
Memory & Bandwidth
The GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop's memory is faster — 896 GB/s versus 736 GB/s — which helps feed the GPU at 4K and with heavy textures.
Which should you buy: GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER or GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop?
The GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER is the faster card by about 12%. 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 4080 SUPER better than the GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop?
Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER or the GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop?
Is the GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop worth the extra $2,552 EUR over the GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER?
Technical Specifications Comparison
Architecture & Cores
| Specification | GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER | GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Ada Lovelace | Blackwell |
| Process Node | TSMC 4N | TSMC 4NP |
| CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores) | 10,240 | 10,240 |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 80 | 80 |
| Tensor / AI Cores | 320 | 320 |
Clock Speeds
| Specification | GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER | GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop |
|---|---|---|
| Base Clock | 2,295 MHz✓ | 1,340 MHz |
| Boost Clock | 2,550 MHz✓ | 1,890 MHz |
Memory
| Specification | GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER | GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6X | GDDR7 |
| Memory Bus | 256-bit | 256-bit |
| Memory Speed | 23 Gbps | 28 Gbps✓ |
| Bandwidth | 736 GB/s | 896 GB/s✓ |
Connectivity & Power
| Specification | GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER | GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop |
|---|---|---|
| Interface | PCIe 4.0 x16 | PCIe 5.0 x16 |
| TDP | 320 W | 150 W✓ |
| Power Connectors | 1x 16-pin | None |
| Released | Jan 2024 | Jan 2025 |