GPU Comparison

Select up to 2 GPUs to analyze their pricing, performance, and specifications side-by-side.

Quick Verdict

The GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 8GB is significantly faster than the GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER, leading by roughly 32% 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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Price
Β£549
Perf Index
25%
Value Score
0.046
VRAM8GB GDDR6
Thermal TDP250W
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GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 8GB
Price
Β£360
Perf Index
33%
Value Score
0.092
VRAM8GB GDDR7
Thermal TDP180W

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 significantly faster, around 32% 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 5060 Ti 8GB starts at $360 GBP against $549 GBP for the GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER. Because it's both faster and competitively priced, the GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 8GB wins on performance-per-dollar by about 101%. The GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER is trading below its $699 GBP MSRP β€” a genuine deal.

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 β€” 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 β€” 496 GB/s versus 448 GB/s (256-bit vs 128-bit bus) β€” 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?

The GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 8GB is the all-round winner here β€” it's faster and the better value, so buy it if it fits your budget. Only consider the GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER if you find it at a steep discount.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 8GB better than the GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER?

The GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 8GB is significantly faster, roughly 32% ahead. If your budget allows, it's the stronger pick.

Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER or the GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 8GB?

Neither is a dedicated 4K card; both are best at 1440p. For 4K you'd want a faster GPU, or lean on upscaling.

Is the GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER worth the extra $189 GBP over the GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 8GB?

Only if you need the extra performance or features; on pure value the GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 8GB comes out ahead.