RTX 3090 vs RTX 4080
Full specification comparison between the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090 (2020) and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 (2022).
RTX 3090
NVIDIA High-end
- ✓ More VRAM (24 GB vs 16 GB)
- ✓ Wider memory bus (384-bit vs 256-bit)
RTX 4080
NVIDIA Enthusiast
- ✓ ~43% faster on average
- ✓ Lower power draw (320 W vs 350 W)
- ✓ Cheaper at launch ($1199 vs $1499)
- ✓ Newer (2022 vs 2020)
- ✓ Better performance per dollar
Verdict: The RTX 4080 is roughly 43% faster than the RTX 3090 on average — a clear, noticeable performance advantage.
The RTX 3090 also carries more video memory (24 GB vs 16 GB), which matters for high-resolution textures, modern AAA titles and future-proofing.
At launch pricing, the RTX 4080 offers more performance per dollar, and the RTX 4080 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 3090 | RTX 4080 |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Ampere | Ada Lovelace |
| Release year | 2020 | 2022 |
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| FP32 compute | ||
| VRAM | ||
| Memory type | GDDR6X | GDDR6X |
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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 4080 better than the RTX 3090?
Yes — based on aggregated benchmark data, the RTX 4080 is about 43% faster than the RTX 3090 on average.
How much faster is the RTX 4080 than the RTX 3090?
Roughly 43% 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 4080 delivers more performance per dollar. Check current street prices, as market pricing often shifts the value equation.