GPU Comparison
Select up to 2 GPUs to analyze their pricing, performance, and specifications side-by-side.
Market Value Leader
GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER is the clear winner, offering 18.9% better value than GeForce RTX 3070 Ti.
On raw speed the GeForce RTX 3070 Ti comes out dramatically faster — about 43% ahead of the GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER. But the GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER is the better value, undercutting it by $637 AED for the performance you get.
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GeForce RTX 3070 Ti vs GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER: In-Depth Breakdown
Performance: GeForce RTX 3070 Ti vs GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER
The GeForce RTX 3070 Ti is dramatically faster, around 43% ahead of the GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER. That gap is enough to move it up a tier: the GeForce RTX 3070 Ti is comfortable at 1440p, while the GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER is better matched to 1080p. The GeForce RTX 3070 Ti packs 6,144 CUDA cores versus 3,072 on the GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER.
Price & Value
The GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER currently lists from $913 AED, $637 AED less than the GeForce RTX 3070 Ti at $1,550 AED. Despite being slower, the GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER offers the better performance-per-dollar (~19% better value), so budget-focused buyers should weigh it carefully. The GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER still sits about $214 AED above its $699 AED MSRP. The GeForce RTX 3070 Ti still sits about $951 AED above its $599 AED MSRP.
Power & Efficiency
On power, the GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER is the gentler choice at 250W versus 290W. The GeForce RTX 3070 Ti is more efficient per watt because it's faster, but its higher 290W draw means more heat and a bigger PSU. Its more modern Ampere architecture on a Samsung 8nm process is part of why it does more with each watt.
Memory & Bandwidth
The GeForce RTX 3070 Ti's memory is faster — 608 GB/s versus 496 GB/s — which helps feed the GPU at 4K and with heavy textures.
Generation & Longevity
The GeForce RTX 3070 Ti is roughly 2 years newer than the GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER (Ampere vs Turing), so it generally benefits from a more modern architecture and longer driver-support runway.
Which should you buy: GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER or GeForce RTX 3070 Ti?
Choose the GeForce RTX 3070 Ti if you want the most performance and can absorb the higher price. If you're optimizing for value, the GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER stretches your money further for only slightly lower performance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the GeForce RTX 3070 Ti better than the GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER?
Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER or the GeForce RTX 3070 Ti?
Is the GeForce RTX 3070 Ti worth the extra $637 AED over the GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER?
Technical Specifications Comparison
Architecture & Cores
| Specification | GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER | GeForce RTX 3070 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Turing | Ampere |
| Process Node | TSMC 12nm | Samsung 8nm |
| CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores) | 3,072 | 6,144✓ |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 48 | 48 |
| Tensor / AI Cores | 384✓ | 192 |
Clock Speeds
| Specification | GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER | GeForce RTX 3070 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Base Clock | 1,650 MHz✓ | 1,575 MHz |
| Boost Clock | 1,815 MHz✓ | 1,770 MHz |
Memory
| Specification | GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER | GeForce RTX 3070 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6X |
| Memory Bus | 256-bit | 256-bit |
| Memory Speed | 15.5 Gbps | 19 Gbps✓ |
| Bandwidth | 496.1 GB/s | 608 GB/s✓ |
Connectivity & Power
| Specification | GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER | GeForce RTX 3070 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Interface | PCIe 3.0 x16 | PCIe 4.0 x16 |
| TDP | 250 W✓ | 290 W |
| Power Connectors | 1x 8-pin, 1x 6-pin | 1x 12-pin |
| Released | Jul 2019 | May 2021 |