Counter-Strike 2
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GeForce GT 1030 vs GeForce RTX 3080 12 GB
The GeForce GT 1030 is much slower than the GeForce RTX 3080 12 GB on average across 100+ games and it's also a worse value for money, as it's only $818.01 cheaper!
GeForce GT 10302% Score
- Up to 911% cheaper – $99.99 vs $918.00
GeForce RTX 3080 12 GB39% Score
- Up to 1617% faster on average across 100+ games
- Is 4 years and 9 months newer
- Up to 70% better value for money
- Up to 911% more expensive – $918.00 vs $99.99
FPS Comparison Across Popular Games
Predicted average FPS at 1080p, 1440p, and 4K, based on real game benchmarks.
Specs & Benchmark Comparison
Side-by-side specs, synthetic benchmarks, and key hardware differences.
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GeForce RTX 3080 12 GB has 2618% more compute power.
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GeForce RTX 3080 12 GB fills pixels 599% faster.
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GeForce RTX 3080 12 GB maps textures 1259% faster.
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GeForce RTX 3080 12 GB moves data 1798% faster.
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-Frequently Asked Questions
compare_arrowsWhich is better, GeForce GT 1030 or GeForce RTX 3080 12 GB?expand_more
The GeForce RTX 3080 12 GB. It's 1850% faster than the GeForce GT 1030 on average across 100+ games, scoring 39/100 vs 2/100 in our gaming rating.
speedHow much faster is GeForce RTX 3080 12 GB than GeForce GT 1030?expand_more
1850% faster on average. The gap varies by game and resolution, check the per-game FPS comparison above.
aspect_ratioWhich is better for 1440p and 4K gaming, GeForce GT 1030 or GeForce RTX 3080 12 GB?expand_more
The GeForce RTX 3080 12 GB is faster at both resolutions. At 4K, VRAM matters more, check the specs section to compare memory. Toggle the resolution selector above to see per-game FPS.
paidIs the GeForce RTX 3080 12 GB worth buying in 2026?expand_more
It scores 39/100 in our gaming rating, faster than most GPUs on the market. Good buy if the price is right.
differenceWhat is the difference between GeForce GT 1030 and GeForce RTX 3080 12 GB?expand_more
Performance: GeForce GT 1030 scores 2/100, GeForce RTX 3080 12 GB scores 39/100. They also differ in VRAM, memory bandwidth, power draw, and compute performance. Full breakdown in the specs section above.
compressWill the GeForce GT 1030 or GeForce RTX 3080 12 GB bottleneck my PC?expand_more
Depends on the rest of your build, especially your CPU. Swap the paired CPU in the FPS section above to see if it limits performance, or use our bottleneck calculator for a full analysis.
upgradeIs it worth upgrading to the GeForce GT 1030 or GeForce RTX 3080 12 GB?expand_more
The GeForce RTX 3080 12 GB is the stronger pick at 39/100. Compare your current GPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.
memoryDoes VRAM matter when comparing the GeForce GT 1030 and GeForce RTX 3080 12 GB?expand_more
Yes, more VRAM helps at higher resolutions and in modded games. Check the specs section above to compare memory capacity and bandwidth between both GPUs.
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