GTX 1080 Ti vs RTX 3080
Full specification comparison between the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti (2017) and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 (2020).
GTX 1080 Ti
NVIDIA Entry-level
- ✓ More VRAM (11 GB vs 10 GB)
- ✓ Wider memory bus (352-bit vs 320-bit)
- ✓ Lower power draw (250 W vs 320 W)
RTX 3080
NVIDIA High-end
- ✓ ~104% faster on average
- ✓ Newer (2020 vs 2017)
- ✓ Better performance per dollar
- ✓ More power-efficient
Verdict: The RTX 3080 is roughly 104% faster than the GTX 1080 Ti on average — a clear, noticeable performance advantage.
The GTX 1080 Ti also carries more video memory (11 GB vs 10 GB), which matters for high-resolution textures, modern AAA titles and future-proofing.
At launch pricing, the RTX 3080 offers more performance per dollar, and the RTX 3080 is the more power-efficient chip.
Estimated performance
Estimated average 1440p raster gaming performance compiled from publicly available benchmark data. Individual games vary.
Specs side by side
| Specification | GTX 1080 Ti | RTX 3080 |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Pascal | Ampere |
| Release year | 2017 | 2020 |
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| Shading units | ||
| Boost clock | ||
| FP32 compute | ||
| VRAM | ||
| Memory type | GDDR5X | GDDR6X |
| Memory bus | ||
| Board power | ||
| Launch MSRP |
Green bars mark the better value in each row (for power and price, lower wins).
Frequently asked questions
Is the RTX 3080 better than the GTX 1080 Ti?
Yes — based on aggregated benchmark data, the RTX 3080 is about 104% faster than the GTX 1080 Ti on average.
How much faster is the RTX 3080 than the GTX 1080 Ti?
Roughly 104% on average in raster gaming workloads. The gap varies by title, resolution and settings.
Which graphics card is better value?
Comparing launch prices, the RTX 3080 delivers more performance per dollar. Check current street prices, as market pricing often shifts the value equation.