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GeForce RTX 3080 vs GeForce RTX 4080
The GeForce RTX 3080 is quite a bit slower than the GeForce RTX 4080 on average across 100+ games and it's also a slightly worse value for money, as it's only $463.93 cheaper!
GeForce RTX 308037% Score
- Up to 72% cheaper – $950.00 vs $1,413.93
- Up to 8% better value for money
GeForce RTX 408059% Score
- Up to 59% faster on average across 100+ games
- Is 2 years and 1 month newer
- Up to 72% more expensive – $1,413.93 vs $950.00
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 4080 has 64% more compute power.
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GeForce RTX 4080 fills pixels 71% faster.
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GeForce RTX 4080 maps textures 64% faster.
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GeForce RTX 3080 moves data 6% faster.
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-Frequently Asked Questions
compare_arrowsWhich is better, GeForce RTX 3080 or GeForce RTX 4080?expand_more
The GeForce RTX 4080. It's 59% faster than the GeForce RTX 3080 on average across 100+ games, scoring 59/100 vs 37/100 in our gaming rating.
speedHow much faster is GeForce RTX 4080 than GeForce RTX 3080?expand_more
59% 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 or GeForce RTX 4080?expand_more
The GeForce RTX 4080 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 4080 worth buying in 2026?expand_more
It scores 59/100 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 and GeForce RTX 4080?expand_more
Performance: GeForce RTX 3080 scores 37/100, GeForce RTX 4080 scores 59/100. They also differ in VRAM, memory bandwidth, power draw, and compute performance. Full breakdown in the specs section above.
compressWill the GeForce RTX 3080 or GeForce RTX 4080 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 or GeForce RTX 4080?expand_more
The GeForce RTX 4080 is the stronger pick at 59/100. Compare your current GPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.
memoryDoes VRAM matter when comparing the GeForce RTX 3080 and GeForce RTX 4080?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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