RTX 3080 vs RX 6800
Full specification comparison between the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 (2020) and the AMD Radeon RX 6800 (2020).
RTX 3080
NVIDIA High-end
- ✓ ~11% faster on average
- ✓ Wider memory bus (320-bit vs 256-bit)
RX 6800
AMD High-end
- ✓ More VRAM (16 GB vs 10 GB)
- ✓ Lower power draw (250 W vs 320 W)
- ✓ Cheaper at launch ($579 vs $699)
- ✓ Better performance per dollar
Verdict: The RTX 3080 is around 11% faster than the RX 6800 on average — a modest edge you may notice in demanding titles, but not a generational leap.
The RX 6800 also carries more video memory (16 GB vs 10 GB), which matters for high-resolution textures, modern AAA titles and future-proofing.
At launch pricing, the RX 6800 offers more performance per dollar, and the RX 6800 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 3080 | RX 6800 |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Ampere | RDNA 2 |
| Release year | 2020 | 2020 |
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| Boost clock | ||
| FP32 compute | ||
| VRAM | ||
| Memory type | GDDR6X | GDDR6 |
| Memory bus | ||
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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 RX 6800?
Yes — based on aggregated benchmark data, the RTX 3080 is about 11% faster than the RX 6800 on average.
How much faster is the RTX 3080 than the RX 6800?
Roughly 11% on average in raster gaming workloads. The gap varies by title, resolution and settings.
Which graphics card is better value?
Comparing launch prices, the RX 6800 delivers more performance per dollar. Check current street prices, as market pricing often shifts the value equation.