GeForce GTX 1080 SLI (móvel) vs GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile

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.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar GeForce GTX 1080 SLI (móvel)

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GeForce GTX 1080 SLI (móvel)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#16

Radeon RX 7600S

MSRP: $269|Avg: $250

48%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile

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Radeon RX 7600S

MSRP: $269|Avg: $250

140%

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Radeon RX 5600

MSRP: $229|Avg: $150

124%

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Radeon RX 7700

MSRP: $449|Avg: $399

119%

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Radeon RX 7600M XT

MSRP: $329|Avg: $300

108%

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Radeon RX 6650M XT

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

103%

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GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

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Radeon 8050S

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

98%

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Radeon RX 8050S

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

98%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile is significantly newer (2023 vs 2016). The GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GTX 1080 SLI (móvel) lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 1080 SLI (móvel) is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 7% higher G3D Mark score and 33.3% more VRAM (16 GB vs 12 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1080 SLI (móvel)	GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+7%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-7%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Pascal (2016−2021))	🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) / 4nm)
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support
VRAM	✅ More VRAM (+33.3%)	🎮 High Capacity (12 GB)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	—	—

💎 Value Proposition

While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce GTX 1080 SLI (móvel) remains the clear technical winner. Check real-time availability to determine if the performance gap justifies the market price.

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.

GeForce GTX 1080 SLI (móvel) Benchmark Check

GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 1080 SLI (móvel) and GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile

GeForce GTX 1080 SLI (móvel)

The GeForce GTX 1080 SLI (móvel) is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in August 16 2016. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1556 MHz to 1734 MHz. It has 5120 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 300W. Manufactured using 16 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 26,543 points.

GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile

The GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 3 2023. It features the Ada Lovelace architecture. The core clock ranges from 1290 MHz to 2010 MHz. It has 7424 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 4 nm process technology. It features 58 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 24,805 points.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce GTX 1080 SLI (móvel) scores 26,543 versus the GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile's 24,805 — the GeForce GTX 1080 SLI (móvel) leads by 7%. The GeForce GTX 1080 SLI (móvel) is built on Pascal while the GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile uses Ada Lovelace, both on 16 nm vs 4 nm. Shader units: 5,120 (GeForce GTX 1080 SLI (móvel)) vs 7,424 (GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile). Boost clocks: 1734 MHz vs 2010 MHz.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1080 SLI (móvel)	GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile
G3D Mark Score	26,543+7%	24,805
Architecture	Pascal	Ada Lovelace
Process Node	16 nm	4 nm
Shading Units	5120	7424+45%
Boost Clock	1734 MHz	2010 MHz+16%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

A critical advantage for the GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile is support for DLSS 3 Frame Gen. This allows it to generate entire frames using AI/Algorithms, essentially doubling the frame rate in CPU-bound scenarios or heavy ray-tracing titles. The GeForce GTX 1080 SLI (móvel) lacks specific hardware/driver support for this native frame generation tier.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1080 SLI (móvel)	GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile
Upscaling Tech	FSR 2.1 (Compatible)	DLSS 3.5
Frame Generation	FSR 3 (Compatible)	DLSS 3.0 (Native)
Ray Reconstruction	No	Yes (DLSS 3.5)
Low Latency	Standard	NVIDIA Reflex

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce GTX 1080 SLI (móvel) comes with 16 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile has 12 GB. The GeForce GTX 1080 SLI (móvel) offers 33.3% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 320 GB/s (GeForce GTX 1080 SLI (móvel)) vs 432 GB/s (GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile) — a 35% advantage for the GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile. Bus width: 256-bit vs 192-bit.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1080 SLI (móvel)	GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile
VRAM Capacity	16 GB+33%	12 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5X	GDDR6
Memory Bandwidth	320 GB/s	432 GB/s+35%
Bus Width	256-bit+33%	192-bit

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12.1 (GeForce GTX 1080 SLI (móvel)) vs 12.2 (GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile). Vulkan: 1.2 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 1 vs 1.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1080 SLI (móvel)	GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile
DirectX	12.1	12.2
Vulkan	1.2	1.3+8%
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	1	1

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: 6th Gen NVENC (2x) (GeForce GTX 1080 SLI (móvel)) vs 8th Gen NVENC (GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile). Decoder: 4th Gen NVDEC vs 5th Gen NVDEC. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC (GeForce GTX 1080 SLI (móvel)) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile).

Feature	GeForce GTX 1080 SLI (móvel)	GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile
Encoder	6th Gen NVENC (2x)	8th Gen NVENC
Decoder	4th Gen NVDEC	5th Gen NVDEC
Codecs	MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC	MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 1080 SLI (móvel) draws 300W versus the GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile's 150W — a 66.7% difference. The GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 650W (GeForce GTX 1080 SLI (móvel)) vs 650W (GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs Mobile. Card length: 0mm vs 0mm, occupying 0 vs 0 slots. Typical load temperature: 85°C vs 80°C.