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GPU Comparison: FPS, Specs & Value

GeForce GTX 550 Ti vs GeForce RTX 5080

The GeForce GTX 550 Ti is much slower than the GeForce RTX 5080 on average across 100+ games. We cannot compare value as at least one GPU is out of stock.

  • Up to 570% cheaper$149 vs $1,319.99
  • Up to 10175% faster on average across 100+ games
  • Is 14 years and 1 month newer
  • Up to 1433% better value for money
  • Up to 570% more expensive$1,319.99 vs $149

FPS Comparison Across Popular Games

Specs & Benchmark Comparison

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GeForce RTX 5080 ranks 70 points higher.

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NVIDIA GeForce GTX 550 Ti Logo
GeForce GTX 550 Ti
691.2 TFLOPS
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Logo
GeForce RTX 5080
56280 TFLOPS

GeForce RTX 5080 has 8042% more compute power.

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GeForce RTX 5080 fills pixels 3971% faster.

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GeForce RTX 5080 maps textures 2953% faster.

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GeForce RTX 5080 has 15 GB more VRAM.

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GeForce RTX 5080 moves data 875% faster.

TDPhelp

GeForce GTX 550 Ti draws 244W less power.

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256-bit
GeForce 500
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GeForce 50
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Frequently Asked Questions

compare_arrowsWhich is better, GeForce GTX 550 Ti or GeForce RTX 5080?expand_more
Neither, they're within 1% of each other across 100+ games. Pick based on price, availability, or VRAM.
aspect_ratioWhich is better for 1440p and 4K gaming, GeForce GTX 550 Ti or GeForce RTX 5080?expand_more
The GeForce RTX 5080 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 5080 worth buying in 2026?expand_more
It scores 70/100 in our gaming rating, faster than most GPUs on the market. Good buy if the price is right.
differenceWhat is the difference between GeForce GTX 550 Ti and GeForce RTX 5080?expand_more
Performance: GeForce GTX 550 Ti scores 0/100, GeForce RTX 5080 scores 70/100. They also differ in VRAM, memory bandwidth, power draw, and compute performance. Full breakdown in the specs section above.
compressWill the GeForce GTX 550 Ti or GeForce RTX 5080 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 GTX 550 Ti or GeForce RTX 5080?expand_more
The GeForce RTX 5080 is the stronger pick at 70/100. Compare your current GPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.
memoryDoes VRAM matter when comparing the GeForce GTX 550 Ti and GeForce RTX 5080?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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