GPU Comparison
Select up to 2 GPUs to analyze their pricing, performance, and specifications side-by-side.
Market Value Leader
GeForce GTX 1080 is the clear winner, offering 86.8% better value than GeForce GTX 1070.
The GeForce GTX 1080 is significantly faster than the GeForce GTX 1070, leading by roughly 18% in our performance index. It is also the stronger value pick here, so it's the easy recommendation if your budget allows.
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GeForce GTX 1080 vs GeForce GTX 1070: In-Depth Breakdown
Performance: GeForce GTX 1080 vs GeForce GTX 1070
The GeForce GTX 1080 is significantly faster, around 18% ahead of the GeForce GTX 1070. Both cards sit in the same broad class, well suited to entry-level 1080p. The GeForce GTX 1080 packs 2,560 CUDA cores versus 1,920 on the GeForce GTX 1070.
Price & Value
Right now the GeForce GTX 1080 starts at $815 AED against $1,288 AED for the GeForce GTX 1070. Because it's both faster and competitively priced, the GeForce GTX 1080 wins on performance-per-dollar by about 87%. The GeForce GTX 1080 still sits about $216 AED above its $599 AED MSRP. The GeForce GTX 1070 still sits about $909 AED above its $379 AED MSRP.
Power & Efficiency
The GeForce GTX 1070 draws just 150W versus 180W for the GeForce GTX 1080, and it also delivers more performance per watt — so it runs cooler and quieter and needs less PSU headroom.
Memory & Bandwidth
The GeForce GTX 1080's memory is faster — 320 GB/s versus 256 GB/s — which helps feed the GPU at 4K and with heavy textures.
Which should you buy: GeForce GTX 1070 or GeForce GTX 1080?
The GeForce GTX 1080 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 GTX 1070 if you find it at a steep discount.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the GeForce GTX 1080 better than the GeForce GTX 1070?
Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce GTX 1070 or the GeForce GTX 1080?
Is the GeForce GTX 1070 worth the extra $473 AED over the GeForce GTX 1080?
Technical Specifications Comparison
Architecture & Cores
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1070 | GeForce GTX 1080 |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Pascal | Pascal |
| Process Node | TSMC 16nm | TSMC 16nm |
| CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores) | 1,920 | 2,560✓ |
Clock Speeds
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1070 | GeForce GTX 1080 |
|---|---|---|
| Base Clock | 1,506 MHz | 1,607 MHz✓ |
| Boost Clock | 1,683 MHz | 1,733 MHz✓ |
Memory
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1070 | GeForce GTX 1080 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5X |
| Memory Bus | 256-bit | 256-bit |
| Memory Speed | 8 Gbps | 10 Gbps✓ |
| Bandwidth | 256 GB/s | 320 GB/s✓ |
Connectivity & Power
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1070 | GeForce GTX 1080 |
|---|---|---|
| Interface | PCIe 3.0 x16 | PCIe 3.0 x16 |
| TDP | 150 W✓ | 180 W |
| Power Connectors | 1x 8-pin | 1x 8-pin |
| Released | Jun 2016 | May 2016 |