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GPU Comparison: FPS, Specs & Value

GeForce RTX 3080 Ti 20 GB vs GeForce RTX 4090

The GeForce RTX 3080 Ti 20 GB is quite a bit slower than the GeForce RTX 4090 on average across 100+ games. We cannot compare value as at least one GPU is out of stock.

  • Up to 33% cheaper$1199 vs $3,670.00
  • Up to 90% faster on average across 100+ games
  • Is 9 months newer
  • Up to 42% better value for money
  • Up to 33% more expensive$3,670.00 vs $1199

FPS Comparison Across Popular Games

Specs & Benchmark Comparison

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GeForce RTX 4090 ranks 37 points higher.

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GeForce RTX 4090
82580 TFLOPS

GeForce RTX 4090 has 142% more compute power.

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GeForce RTX 4090 fills pixels 138% faster.

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GeForce RTX 4090
1290.2 GT/s

GeForce RTX 4090 maps textures 142% faster.

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GeForce RTX 4090 has 4 GB more VRAM.

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GeForce RTX 4090 moves data 33% faster.

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GeForce RTX 3080 Ti 20 GB draws 100W less power.

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384-bit
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Frequently Asked Questions

compare_arrowsWhich is better, GeForce RTX 3080 Ti 20 GB or GeForce RTX 4090?expand_more
The GeForce RTX 4090. It's 93% faster than the GeForce RTX 3080 Ti 20 GB on average across 100+ games, scoring 77/100 vs 40/100 in our gaming rating.
speedHow much faster is GeForce RTX 4090 than GeForce RTX 3080 Ti 20 GB?expand_more
93% 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 RTX 3080 Ti 20 GB or GeForce RTX 4090?expand_more
The GeForce RTX 4090 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 4090 worth buying in 2026?expand_more
It scores 77/100 in our gaming rating, faster than most GPUs on the market. Good buy if the price is right.
differenceWhat is the difference between GeForce RTX 3080 Ti 20 GB and GeForce RTX 4090?expand_more
Performance: GeForce RTX 3080 Ti 20 GB scores 40/100, GeForce RTX 4090 scores 77/100. They also differ in VRAM, memory bandwidth, power draw, and compute performance. Full breakdown in the specs section above.
compressWill the GeForce RTX 3080 Ti 20 GB or GeForce RTX 4090 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 RTX 3080 Ti 20 GB or GeForce RTX 4090?expand_more
The GeForce RTX 4090 is the stronger pick at 77/100. Compare your current GPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.
memoryDoes VRAM matter when comparing the GeForce RTX 3080 Ti 20 GB and GeForce RTX 4090?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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