GeForce RTX 2080 vs TITAN Xp
GeForce RTX 2080
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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
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⚠️ 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 TITAN Xp lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The TITAN Xp is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.4% higher G3D Mark score and 51.8% more VRAM (12 GB vs 8 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce RTX 2080.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 2080 | TITAN Xp |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.4%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.4%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / Turing (2018−2022)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Pascal) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+51.8%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (267mm) | Standard Size (267mm) |
💎 Value Proposition
The TITAN Xp offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $150 versus $250 for the GeForce RTX 2080, it costs 40% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 67.3% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 2080 | TITAN Xp |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+67.3%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($250) | ✅More affordable ($150) |
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 2080 and TITAN Xp
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.
TITAN Xp
The TITAN Xp is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in April 6 2017. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1405 MHz to 1582 MHz. It has 3840 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 250W. Manufactured using 16 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 18,752 points. Launch price was $1,199.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce RTX 2080 scores 18,676 and the TITAN Xp reaches 18,752 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.4% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce RTX 2080 is built on Turing while the TITAN Xp uses Pascal, both on 12 nm vs 16 nm. Shader units: 2,944 (GeForce RTX 2080) vs 3,840 (TITAN Xp). Raw compute: 10.07 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 2080) vs 12.15 TFLOPS (TITAN Xp). Boost clocks: 1710 MHz vs 1582 MHz.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 2080 | TITAN Xp |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 18,676 | 18,752 |
| Architecture | Turing | Pascal |
| Process Node | 12 nm | 16 nm |
| Shading Units | 2944 | 3840+30% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 10.07 TFLOPS | 12.15 TFLOPS+21% |
| Boost Clock | 1710 MHz+8% | 1582 MHz |
| ROPs | 64 | 96+50% |
| TMUs | 184 | 240+30% |
| L1 Cache | 2.9 MB+107% | 1.4 MB |
| L2 Cache | 4 MB+33% | 3 MB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
The GeForce RTX 2080 gives access to NVIDIA DLSS (Deep Learning Super Sampling), widely regarding as the superior upscaling method for image quality. The TITAN Xp relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 2080 | TITAN Xp |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | DLSS 2.0 | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible) | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | NVIDIA Reflex | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce RTX 2080 comes with 8 GB of VRAM, while the TITAN Xp has 12 GB. The TITAN Xp offers 51.8% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 448 GB/s (GeForce RTX 2080) vs 547.7 GB/s (TITAN Xp) — a 22.3% advantage for the TITAN Xp. Bus width: 256-bit vs 384-bit. L2 Cache: 4 MB (GeForce RTX 2080) vs 3 MB (TITAN Xp) — the GeForce RTX 2080 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 2080 | TITAN Xp |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 7.906 GB | 12 GB+52% |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR5X |
| Memory Bandwidth | 448 GB/s | 547.7 GB/s+22% |
| Bus Width | 256-bit | 384-bit+50% |
| L2 Cache | 4 MB+33% | 3 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12.1 (GeForce RTX 2080) vs 12.0 (TITAN Xp). Vulkan: 1.2 vs 1.1. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.5. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 2080 | TITAN Xp |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12.1 | 12.0 |
| Vulkan | 1.2+9% | 1.1 |
| OpenGL | 4.6+2% | 4.5 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: 6th Gen NVENC (GeForce RTX 2080) vs NVENC 5.0 (TITAN Xp). Decoder: 4th Gen NVDEC vs PureVideo HD VP8. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC (GeForce RTX 2080) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC (TITAN Xp).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 2080 | TITAN Xp |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | 6th Gen NVENC | NVENC 5.0 |
| Decoder | 4th Gen NVDEC | PureVideo HD VP8 |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce RTX 2080 draws 215W versus the TITAN Xp's 250W — a 15.1% difference. The GeForce RTX 2080 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 650W (GeForce RTX 2080) vs 600W (TITAN Xp). 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 85°C.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 2080 | TITAN Xp |
|---|---|---|
| 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-6% | 85°C |
| Perf/Watt | 86.9+16% | 75.0 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce RTX 2080 launched at $699 MSRP and currently averages $250, while the TITAN Xp launched at $1199 and now averages $150. The TITAN Xp costs 40% less ($100 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 74.7 (GeForce RTX 2080) vs 125.0 (TITAN Xp) — the TITAN Xp offers 67.3% better value. The GeForce RTX 2080 is the newer GPU (2018 vs 2017).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 2080 | TITAN Xp |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $699-42% | $1199 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $250 | $150-40% |
| Performance per Dollar | 74.7 | 125.0+67% |
| Codename | TU104 | GP102 |
| Release | September 20 2018 | April 6 2017 |
| Ranking | #94 | #87 |
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