RTX 2070 vs RTX 2080 Ti
Full specification comparison between the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 (2018) and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 Ti (2018).
RTX 2070
NVIDIA Entry-level
- ✓ Lower power draw (175 W vs 250 W)
- ✓ Cheaper at launch ($499 vs $999)
- ✓ Better performance per dollar
RTX 2080 Ti
NVIDIA Mid-range
- ✓ ~42% faster on average
- ✓ More VRAM (11 GB vs 8 GB)
- ✓ Wider memory bus (352-bit vs 256-bit)
Verdict: The RTX 2080 Ti is roughly 42% faster than the RTX 2070 on average — a clear, noticeable performance advantage.
The RTX 2080 Ti also carries more video memory (11 GB vs 8 GB), which matters for high-resolution textures, modern AAA titles and future-proofing.
At launch pricing, the RTX 2070 offers more performance per dollar, and the RTX 2070 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 | RTX 2070 | RTX 2080 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Turing | Turing |
| Release year | 2018 | 2018 |
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| Shading units | ||
| Boost clock | ||
| FP32 compute | ||
| VRAM | ||
| Memory type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| 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 2080 Ti better than the RTX 2070?
Yes — based on aggregated benchmark data, the RTX 2080 Ti is about 42% faster than the RTX 2070 on average.
How much faster is the RTX 2080 Ti than the RTX 2070?
Roughly 42% 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 2070 delivers more performance per dollar. Check current street prices, as market pricing often shifts the value equation.