GPU Comparison

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

Quick Verdict

The Radeon RX 9070 XT is marginally faster than the GeForce RTX 4080, leading by roughly 5% in our performance index.

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Perf Index
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VRAM16GB GDDR6X
Thermal TDP320W
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Radeon RX 9070 XT
Price
$680 USD
Perf Index
61%
Value Score
0.090
VRAM16GB GDDR6
Thermal TDP304W

Radeon RX 9070 XT vs GeForce RTX 4080: In-Depth Breakdown

Performance: Radeon RX 9070 XT vs GeForce RTX 4080

The Radeon RX 9070 XT is marginally faster, around 5% ahead of the GeForce RTX 4080. That gap is enough to move it up a tier: the Radeon RX 9070 XT is comfortable at 4K and high-refresh 1440p, while the GeForce RTX 4080 is better matched to 4K with upscaling and native 1440p.

Power & Efficiency

The Radeon RX 9070 XT draws just 304W versus 320W for the GeForce RTX 4080, and it also delivers more performance per watt — so it runs cooler and quieter and needs less PSU headroom.

Generation & Longevity

The Radeon RX 9070 XT is roughly 3 years newer than the GeForce RTX 4080, so it generally benefits from a more modern architecture and longer driver-support runway.

Features & Ecosystem

Beyond raw numbers, the GeForce RTX 4080 brings NVIDIA DLSS upscaling/frame generation and stronger ray tracing, while the Radeon RX 9070 XT offers AMD FSR upscaling and strong rasterization value. If you lean on upscaling or ray tracing, that ecosystem difference can matter as much as the frame-rate gap.

Which should you buy: GeForce RTX 4080 or Radeon RX 9070 XT?

The Radeon RX 9070 XT 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 Radeon RX 9070 XT better than the GeForce RTX 4080?

The Radeon RX 9070 XT is marginally faster, roughly 5% ahead. If your budget allows, it's the stronger pick.

Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce RTX 4080 or the Radeon RX 9070 XT?

The Radeon RX 9070 XT is the better 4K option — it's comfortable at 4K and high-refresh 1440p.