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 11.2% better value than GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 8GB.
The GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 8GB is dramatically faster than the GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER, leading by roughly 48% in our performance index. The GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER, however, delivers more performance per dollar — $586 AED cheaper.
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GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 8GB vs GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER: In-Depth Breakdown
Performance: GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 8GB vs GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER
The GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 8GB is dramatically faster, around 48% ahead of the GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER. That gap is enough to move it up a tier: the GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 8GB is comfortable at 1440p, while the GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER is better matched to 1080p. The GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 8GB packs 4,608 CUDA cores versus 3,072 on the GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER.
Price & Value
Right now the GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER starts at $913 AED against $1,499 AED for the GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 8GB. Despite being slower, the GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER offers the better performance-per-dollar (~11% 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 5060 Ti 8GB still sits about $1,120 AED above its $379 AED MSRP.
Power & Efficiency
The GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 8GB draws just 180W versus 250W for the GeForce RTX 2080 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 4N process is part of why it does more with each watt.
Memory & Bandwidth
The GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER's memory is faster — 496 GB/s versus 448 GB/s (256-bit vs 128-bit bus) — which helps feed the GPU at 4K and with heavy textures.
Generation & Longevity
The GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 8GB is roughly 6 years newer than the GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER (Blackwell 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 5060 Ti 8GB?
Choose the GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 8GB 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 5060 Ti 8GB better than the GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER?
Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER or the GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 8GB?
Is the GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 8GB worth the extra $586 AED over the GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER?
Technical Specifications Comparison
Architecture & Cores
| Specification | GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER | GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Turing | Blackwell |
| Process Node | TSMC 12nm | TSMC 4N |
| CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores) | 3,072 | 4,608✓ |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 48✓ | 36 |
| Tensor / AI Cores | 384✓ | 144 |
Clock Speeds
| Specification | GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER | GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| Base Clock | 1,650 MHz | 2,407 MHz✓ |
| Boost Clock | 1,815 MHz | 2,572 MHz✓ |
Memory
| Specification | GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER | GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR7 |
| Memory Bus | 256-bit✓ | 128-bit |
| Memory Speed | 15.5 Gbps | 28 Gbps✓ |
| Bandwidth | 496.1 GB/s✓ | 448 GB/s |
Connectivity & Power
| Specification | GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER | GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 8GB |
|---|---|---|
| Interface | PCIe 3.0 x16 | PCIe 5.0 x16 |
| TDP | 250 W | 180 W✓ |
| Power Connectors | 1x 8-pin, 1x 6-pin | 1x 16-pin |
| Released | Jul 2019 | Apr 2025 |