GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER
VS
GeForce GTX 1080 Ti

GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER vs GeForce GTX 1080 Ti

NVIDIA

GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER

2019Core: 1605 MHzBoost: 1770 MHz
VS
NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 1080 Ti

2017Core: 1481 MHzBoost: 1582 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

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.

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

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER uses modern memory architecture. The GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GTX 1080 Ti lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 1080 Ti is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.4% higher G3D Mark score and 37.5% more VRAM (11 GB vs 8 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER.

InsightGeForce RTX 2070 SUPERGeForce GTX 1080 Ti
Performance
Lower raw frame rates (-2.4%)
Leading raw performance (+2.4%)
Longevity
Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Pascal (2016−2021))
Ecosystem
✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling
Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM
🎮 High Capacity (8 GB)
✅ More VRAM (+37.5%)
Efficiency
Normal Efficiency
Normal Efficiency
Case Fit
Standard Size (267mm)
Standard Size (267mm)

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 1080 Ti offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $145 versus $175 for the GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER, it costs 17% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 23.6% higher cost efficiency score.

InsightGeForce RTX 2070 SUPERGeForce GTX 1080 Ti
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Better overall value (+23.6%)
Upfront Cost
⚠️Higher upfront cost ($175)
More affordable ($145)

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 RTX 2070 SUPER and GeForce GTX 1080 Ti

NVIDIA

GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER

The GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in July 9 2019. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 1605 MHz to 1770 MHz. It has 2560 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 215W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. It features 40 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 18,166 points. Launch price was $499.

NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 1080 Ti

The GeForce GTX 1080 Ti is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 10 2017. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1481 MHz to 1582 MHz. It has 3584 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 250W. Manufactured using 16 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 18,606 points. Launch price was $699.

Graphics Performance

The GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER scores 18,166 and the GeForce GTX 1080 Ti reaches 18,606 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.4% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER is built on Turing while the GeForce GTX 1080 Ti uses Pascal, both on 12 nm vs 16 nm. Shader units: 2,560 (GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER) vs 3,584 (GeForce GTX 1080 Ti). Raw compute: 9.062 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER) vs 11.34 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1080 Ti). Boost clocks: 1770 MHz vs 1582 MHz.

FeatureGeForce RTX 2070 SUPERGeForce GTX 1080 Ti
G3D Mark Score
18,166
18,606+2%
Architecture
Turing
Pascal
Process Node
12 nm
16 nm
Shading Units
2560
3584+40%
Compute (TFLOPS)
9.062 TFLOPS
11.34 TFLOPS+25%
Boost Clock
1770 MHz+12%
1582 MHz
ROPs
64
88+38%
TMUs
160
224+40%
L1 Cache
2.5 MB+92%
1.3 MB
L2 Cache
4 MB+45%
2.75 MB

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

The GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER gives access to NVIDIA DLSS (Deep Learning Super Sampling), widely regarding as the superior upscaling method for image quality. The GeForce GTX 1080 Ti relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.

FeatureGeForce RTX 2070 SUPERGeForce GTX 1080 Ti
Upscaling Tech
DLSS 2.0
FSR 2.1 (Compatible)
Frame Generation
FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible)
FSR 3 (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction
No
No
Low Latency
NVIDIA Reflex
Standard
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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER comes with 8 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1080 Ti has 11 GB. The GeForce GTX 1080 Ti offers 37.5% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 448 GB/s (GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER) vs 484 GB/s (GeForce GTX 1080 Ti) — a 8% advantage for the GeForce GTX 1080 Ti. Bus width: 256-bit vs 352-bit. L2 Cache: 4 MB (GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER) vs 2.75 MB (GeForce GTX 1080 Ti) — the GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

FeatureGeForce RTX 2070 SUPERGeForce GTX 1080 Ti
VRAM Capacity
8 GB
11 GB+38%
Memory Type
GDDR6
GDDR5X
Memory Bandwidth
448 GB/s
484 GB/s+8%
Bus Width
256-bit
352-bit+38%
L2 Cache
4 MB+45%
2.75 MB
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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12.1 (GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1080 Ti). Vulkan: 1.2 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

FeatureGeForce RTX 2070 SUPERGeForce GTX 1080 Ti
DirectX
12.1
12
Vulkan
1.2
1.3+8%
OpenGL
4.6
4.6
Max Displays
4
4
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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: 6th Gen NVENC (GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER) vs NVENC 4th gen (GeForce GTX 1080 Ti). Decoder: 4th Gen NVDEC vs NVDEC 3rd gen. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC (GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9,MPEG-2,VC-1 (GeForce GTX 1080 Ti).

FeatureGeForce RTX 2070 SUPERGeForce GTX 1080 Ti
Encoder
6th Gen NVENC
NVENC 4th gen
Decoder
4th Gen NVDEC
NVDEC 3rd gen
Codecs
MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC
H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9,MPEG-2,VC-1
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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER draws 215W versus the GeForce GTX 1080 Ti's 250W — a 15.1% difference. The GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 650W (GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER) vs 600W (GeForce GTX 1080 Ti). Power connectors: 6-pin + 8-pin vs 6-pin + 8-pin. Card length: 267mm vs 267mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 80°C vs 75°C.

FeatureGeForce RTX 2070 SUPERGeForce GTX 1080 Ti
TDP
215W-14%
250W
Recommended PSU
650W
600W-8%
Power Connector
6-pin + 8-pin
6-pin + 8-pin
Length
267mm
267mm
Height
116mm
112mm
Slots
2
2
Temp (Load)
80°C
75°C-6%
Perf/Watt
84.5+14%
74.4
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Value Analysis

The GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER launched at $499 MSRP and currently averages $175, while the GeForce GTX 1080 Ti launched at $699 and now averages $145. The GeForce GTX 1080 Ti costs 17.1% less ($30 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 103.8 (GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER) vs 128.3 (GeForce GTX 1080 Ti) — the GeForce GTX 1080 Ti offers 23.6% better value. The GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2017).

FeatureGeForce RTX 2070 SUPERGeForce GTX 1080 Ti
MSRP
$499-29%
$699
Avg Price (30d)
$175
$145-17%
Performance per Dollar
103.8
128.3+24%
Codename
TU104
GP102
Release
July 9 2019
March 10 2017
Ranking
#97
#95