GeForce GTX 1070 SLI vs GeForce RTX 2080
GeForce GTX 1070 SLI
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About G3D Mark
G3D Mark is a standard benchmark that measures graphics performance in real-world gaming scenarios. It simplifies comparing cards from different brands, where higher scores directly correlate with better fps and smoother gaming experiences.
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Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The GeForce RTX 2080 uses modern memory architecture. The GeForce RTX 2080 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GTX 1070 SLI lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 2080 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 5% higher G3D Mark score. However, the GeForce GTX 1070 SLI offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 1070 SLI | GeForce RTX 2080 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-5%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+5%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Pascal) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / Turing (2018−2022)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+1.2%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (267mm) | Standard Size (267mm) |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce GTX 1070 SLI offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $160 versus $250 for the GeForce RTX 2080, it costs 36% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 48.8% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 1070 SLI | GeForce RTX 2080 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+48.8%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($160) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($250) |
Performance Check
Real-world benchmarks and performance projections based on comprehensive hardware analysis and comparative metrics. Values represent expected performance on High/Ultra settings at 1080p, 1440p, and 4K. Modeled using a Ryzen 7 7800X3D reference profile to minimize specific CPU bottlenecks.
Note: Performance behavior can vary per game. Specific architectures may perform better or worse depending on game engine optimizations and API implementation.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 1070 SLI and GeForce RTX 2080
GeForce GTX 1070 SLI
The GeForce GTX 1070 SLI is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in August 16 2016. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1506 MHz to 1683 MHz. It has 3840 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 300W. Manufactured using 16 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 17,790 points.
GeForce RTX 2080
The GeForce RTX 2080 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in September 20 2018. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 1515 MHz to 1710 MHz. It has 2944 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 215W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. It features 46 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 18,676 points. Launch price was $699.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce GTX 1070 SLI scores 17,790 versus the GeForce RTX 2080's 18,676 — the GeForce RTX 2080 leads by 5%. The GeForce GTX 1070 SLI is built on Pascal while the GeForce RTX 2080 uses Turing, both on 16 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 3,840 (GeForce GTX 1070 SLI) vs 2,944 (GeForce RTX 2080). Boost clocks: 1683 MHz vs 1710 MHz.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1070 SLI | GeForce RTX 2080 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 17,790 | 18,676+5% |
| Architecture | Pascal | Turing |
| Process Node | 16 nm | 12 nm |
| Shading Units | 3840+30% | 2944 |
| Boost Clock | 1683 MHz | 1710 MHz+2% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1070 SLI | GeForce RTX 2080 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 2.1 (Compatible) | DLSS 2.0 |
| Frame Generation | FSR 3 (Compatible) | FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce GTX 1070 SLI comes with 8 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 2080 has 8 GB. The GeForce GTX 1070 SLI offers 1.2% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 256 GB/s (GeForce GTX 1070 SLI) vs 448 GB/s (GeForce RTX 2080) — a 75% advantage for the GeForce RTX 2080. Bus width: 256-bit vs 256-bit.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1070 SLI | GeForce RTX 2080 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB+1% | 7.906 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 256 GB/s | 448 GB/s+75% |
| Bus Width | 256-bit | 256-bit |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12.1 (GeForce GTX 1070 SLI) vs 12.1 (GeForce RTX 2080). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.2. OpenGL: 4.5 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1070 SLI | GeForce RTX 2080 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12.1 | 12.1 |
| Vulkan | 1.3+8% | 1.2 |
| OpenGL | 4.5 | 4.6+2% |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC 5.0 (2x) (GeForce GTX 1070 SLI) vs 6th Gen NVENC (GeForce RTX 2080). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP7 (2x) vs 4th Gen NVDEC. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC (GeForce GTX 1070 SLI) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC (GeForce RTX 2080).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1070 SLI | GeForce RTX 2080 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 5.0 (2x) | 6th Gen NVENC |
| Decoder | PureVideo HD VP7 (2x) | 4th Gen NVDEC |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GTX 1070 SLI draws 300W versus the GeForce RTX 2080's 215W — a 33% difference. The GeForce RTX 2080 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 750W (GeForce GTX 1070 SLI) vs 650W (GeForce RTX 2080). Power connectors: 2x 8-pin vs 6-pin + 8-pin. Card length: 267mm vs 267mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 80°C vs 80°C.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1070 SLI | GeForce RTX 2080 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 300W | 215W-28% |
| Recommended PSU | 750W | 650W-13% |
| Power Connector | 2x 8-pin | 6-pin + 8-pin |
| Length | 267mm | 267mm |
| Height | 112mm | 116mm |
| Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 80°C | 80°C |
| Perf/Watt | 59.3 | 86.9+47% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GTX 1070 SLI launched at $758 MSRP and currently averages $160, while the GeForce RTX 2080 launched at $699 and now averages $250. The GeForce GTX 1070 SLI costs 36% less ($90 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 111.2 (GeForce GTX 1070 SLI) vs 74.7 (GeForce RTX 2080) — the GeForce GTX 1070 SLI offers 48.9% better value. The GeForce RTX 2080 is the newer GPU (2018 vs 2016).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1070 SLI | GeForce RTX 2080 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $758 | $699-8% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $160-36% | $250 |
| Performance per Dollar | 111.2+49% | 74.7 |
| Codename | Pascal GP104 SLI | TU104 |
| Release | August 16 2016 | September 20 2018 |
| Ranking | #142 | #94 |
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