GPU Comparison
Select up to 2 GPUs to analyze their pricing, performance, and specifications side-by-side.
Market Value Leader
GeForce GTX 1080 Ti is the clear winner, offering 136.1% better value than GeForce RTX 2080 Ti.
On raw speed the GeForce RTX 2080 Ti comes out dramatically faster — about 47% ahead of the GeForce GTX 1080 Ti. But the GeForce GTX 1080 Ti is the better value, undercutting it by $3,034 AED for the performance you get.
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GeForce RTX 2080 Ti vs GeForce GTX 1080 Ti: In-Depth Breakdown
Performance: GeForce RTX 2080 Ti vs GeForce GTX 1080 Ti
The GeForce RTX 2080 Ti is dramatically faster, around 47% ahead of the GeForce GTX 1080 Ti. Both cards sit in the same broad class, well suited to 1080p. The GeForce RTX 2080 Ti packs 4,352 CUDA cores versus 3,584 on the GeForce GTX 1080 Ti.
Price & Value
The GeForce GTX 1080 Ti currently lists from $1,228 AED, $3,034 AED less than the GeForce RTX 2080 Ti at $4,262 AED. Despite being slower, the GeForce GTX 1080 Ti offers the better performance-per-dollar (~136% better value), so budget-focused buyers should weigh it carefully. The GeForce GTX 1080 Ti still sits about $529 AED above its $699 AED MSRP. The GeForce RTX 2080 Ti still sits about $3,263 AED above its $999 AED MSRP.
Memory & Bandwidth
The GeForce RTX 2080 Ti's memory is faster — 616 GB/s versus 484 GB/s — which helps feed the GPU at 4K and with heavy textures.
Which should you buy: GeForce GTX 1080 Ti or GeForce RTX 2080 Ti?
Choose the GeForce RTX 2080 Ti if you want the most performance and can absorb the higher price. If you're optimizing for value, the GeForce GTX 1080 Ti stretches your money further for only slightly lower performance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the GeForce RTX 2080 Ti better than the GeForce GTX 1080 Ti?
Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce GTX 1080 Ti or the GeForce RTX 2080 Ti?
Is the GeForce RTX 2080 Ti worth the extra $3,034 AED over the GeForce GTX 1080 Ti?
Technical Specifications Comparison
Architecture & Cores
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1080 Ti | GeForce RTX 2080 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Pascal | Turing |
| Process Node | TSMC 16nm | TSMC 12nm |
| CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores) | 3,584 | 4,352✓ |
| Ray Tracing Cores | — | 68 |
| Tensor / AI Cores | — | 544 |
Clock Speeds
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1080 Ti | GeForce RTX 2080 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Base Clock | 1,480 MHz✓ | 1,350 MHz |
| Boost Clock | 1,582 MHz✓ | 1,545 MHz |
Memory
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1080 Ti | GeForce RTX 2080 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 11 GB | 11 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5X | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bus | 352-bit | 352-bit |
| Memory Speed | 11 Gbps | 14 Gbps✓ |
| Bandwidth | 484 GB/s | 616 GB/s✓ |
Connectivity & Power
| Specification | GeForce GTX 1080 Ti | GeForce RTX 2080 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Interface | PCIe 3.0 x16 | PCIe 3.0 x16 |
| TDP | 250 W | 250 W |
| Power Connectors | 1x 8-pin + 1x 6-pin | 2x 8-pin |
| Released | Mar 2017 | Sep 2018 |