GPU Comparison
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Only verified data for GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER is available. Benchmarks for other models are currently being processed.
The GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER is marginally faster than the GeForce GTX 1080 Laptop, leading by roughly 7% in our performance index.
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GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER vs GeForce GTX 1080 Laptop: In-Depth Breakdown
Performance: GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER vs GeForce GTX 1080 Laptop
The GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER is marginally faster, around 7% ahead of the GeForce GTX 1080 Laptop. Both cards sit in the same broad class, well suited to 1080p.
Power & Efficiency
The GeForce GTX 1080 Laptop draws just 150W versus 175W for the GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER, and it also delivers more performance per watt — so it runs cooler and quieter and needs less PSU headroom.
Memory & Bandwidth
The GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER'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 2060 SUPER is roughly 3 years newer than the GeForce GTX 1080 Laptop (Turing vs Pascal), so it generally benefits from a more modern architecture and longer driver-support runway.
Which should you buy: GeForce GTX 1080 Laptop or GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER?
The GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER is the faster card. 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 2060 SUPER better than the GeForce GTX 1080 Laptop?
Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce GTX 1080 Laptop or the GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER?
Can the GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER or GeForce GTX 1080 Laptop handle ray tracing?
Technical Specifications Comparison
Architecture & Cores
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1080 Laptop | GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Pascal | Turing |
| Process Node | TSMC 16nm | TSMC 12nm |
| CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores) | 2,560✓ | 2,176 |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 0 | 34✓ |
| Tensor / AI Cores | 0 | 272✓ |
Clock Speeds
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1080 Laptop | GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER |
|---|---|---|
| Base Clock | 1,556 MHz✓ | 1,470 MHz |
| Boost Clock | 1,733 MHz✓ | 1,650 MHz |
Memory
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1080 Laptop | GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5X | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bus | 256-bit | 256-bit |
| Memory Speed | 10 Gbps | 14 Gbps✓ |
| Bandwidth | 320 GB/s | 448 GB/s✓ |
Connectivity & Power
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1080 Laptop | GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER |
|---|---|---|
| Interface | PCIe 3.0 x16 | PCIe 3.0 x16 |
| TDP | 150 W✓ | 175 W |
| Power Connectors | None | 1x 8-pin |
| Released | Aug 2016 | Jul 2019 |