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GeForce RTX 3080
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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 Per Dollar GeForce RTX 3080
Performance Per Dollar GeForce GTX 1080 SLI (móvel)
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The GeForce RTX 3080 uses modern memory architecture. The GeForce RTX 3080 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 5.9% higher G3D Mark score and 60% more VRAM (16 GB vs 10 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce RTX 3080.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 3080 | GeForce GTX 1080 SLI (móvel) |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-5.9%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+5.9%) |
| Longevity | 🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Pascal (2016−2021)) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (10 GB) | ✅ More VRAM (+60%) |
| Efficiency | Normal Efficiency | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (285mm) | — |
💎 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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of GeForce RTX 3080 and GeForce GTX 1080 SLI (móvel)
GeForce RTX 3080
The GeForce RTX 3080 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in September 1 2020. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1440 MHz to 1710 MHz. It has 8704 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 320W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 68 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 25,071 points. Launch price was $699.
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.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 3080 scores 25,071 versus the GeForce GTX 1080 SLI (móvel)'s 26,543 — the GeForce GTX 1080 SLI (móvel) leads by 5.9%. The GeForce RTX 3080 is built on Ampere while the GeForce GTX 1080 SLI (móvel) uses Pascal, both on 8 nm vs 16 nm. Shader units: 8,704 (GeForce RTX 3080) vs 5,120 (GeForce GTX 1080 SLI (móvel)). Boost clocks: 1710 MHz vs 1734 MHz.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3080 | GeForce GTX 1080 SLI (móvel) |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 25,071 | 26,543+6% |
| Architecture | Ampere | Pascal |
| Process Node | 8 nm | 16 nm |
| Shading Units | 8704+70% | 5120 |
| Boost Clock | 1710 MHz | 1734 MHz+1% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
The GeForce RTX 3080 gives access to NVIDIA DLSS (Deep Learning Super Sampling), widely regarding as the superior upscaling method for image quality. The GeForce GTX 1080 SLI (móvel) relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3080 | GeForce GTX 1080 SLI (móvel) |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce RTX 3080 comes with 10 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1080 SLI (móvel) has 16 GB. The GeForce GTX 1080 SLI (móvel) offers 60% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 760 GB/s (GeForce RTX 3080) vs 320 GB/s (GeForce GTX 1080 SLI (móvel)) — a 137.5% advantage for the GeForce RTX 3080. Bus width: 320-bit vs 256-bit.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3080 | GeForce GTX 1080 SLI (móvel) |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 10 GB | 16 GB+60% |
| Memory Type | GDDR6X | GDDR5X |
| Memory Bandwidth | 760 GB/s+138% | 320 GB/s |
| Bus Width | 320-bit+25% | 256-bit |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (12_2) (GeForce RTX 3080) vs 12.1 (GeForce GTX 1080 SLI (móvel)). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.2. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 1.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3080 | GeForce GTX 1080 SLI (móvel) |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 Ultimate (12_2) | 12.1 |
| Vulkan | 1.3+8% | 1.2 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4+300% | 1 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC (Ampere) (GeForce RTX 3080) vs 6th Gen NVENC (2x) (GeForce GTX 1080 SLI (móvel)). Decoder: NVDEC (Ampere) vs 4th Gen NVDEC. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1 (GeForce RTX 3080) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC (GeForce GTX 1080 SLI (móvel)).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3080 | GeForce GTX 1080 SLI (móvel) |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC (Ampere) | 6th Gen NVENC (2x) |
| Decoder | NVDEC (Ampere) | 4th Gen NVDEC |
| Codecs | H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1 | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce RTX 3080 draws 320W versus the GeForce GTX 1080 SLI (móvel)'s 300W — a 6.5% difference. The GeForce GTX 1080 SLI (móvel) is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 750W (GeForce RTX 3080) vs 650W (GeForce GTX 1080 SLI (móvel)). Power connectors: 2x 8-pin vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 285mm vs 0mm, occupying 2 vs 0 slots. Typical load temperature: 75 vs 85°C.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3080 | GeForce GTX 1080 SLI (móvel) |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 320W | 300W-6% |
| Recommended PSU | 750W | 650W-13% |
| Power Connector | 2x 8-pin | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 285mm | 0mm |
| Height | 112mm | 0mm |
| Slots | 2 | 0-100% |
| Temp (Load) | 75-12% | 85°C |
| Perf/Watt | 78.3 | 88.5+13% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce RTX 3080 is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2016).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3080 | GeForce GTX 1080 SLI (móvel) |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $699 | — |
| Avg Price (30d) | $400 | — |
| Codename | GA102 | Pascal GP104 SLI |
| Release | September 1 2020 | August 16 2016 |
| Ranking | #41 | #162 |
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