GeForce RTX 3090 vs GeForce GTX 1080 SLI (móvel)
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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 3090
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Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The GeForce RTX 3090 uses modern memory architecture. The GeForce RTX 3090 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 RTX 3090 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.2% higher G3D Mark score and 50% more VRAM (24 GB vs 16 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 1080 SLI (móvel).
| Insight | GeForce RTX 3090 | GeForce GTX 1080 SLI (móvel) |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.2%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.2%) |
| Longevity | 🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Pascal (2016−2021)) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (24 GB) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | Normal Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (312mm) | — |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce RTX 3090 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 3090 and GeForce GTX 1080 SLI (móvel)
GeForce RTX 3090
The GeForce RTX 3090 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in September 1 2020. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1395 MHz to 1695 MHz. It has 10496 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 350W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 82 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 26,594 points. Launch price was $1,499.
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
The GeForce RTX 3090 scores 26,594 and the GeForce GTX 1080 SLI (móvel) reaches 26,543 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce RTX 3090 is built on Ampere while the GeForce GTX 1080 SLI (móvel) uses Pascal, both on 8 nm vs 16 nm. Shader units: 10,496 (GeForce RTX 3090) vs 5,120 (GeForce GTX 1080 SLI (móvel)). Boost clocks: 1695 MHz vs 1734 MHz.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3090 | GeForce GTX 1080 SLI (móvel) |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 26,594 | 26,543 |
| Architecture | Ampere | Pascal |
| Process Node | 8 nm | 16 nm |
| Shading Units | 10496+105% | 5120 |
| Boost Clock | 1695 MHz | 1734 MHz+2% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
The GeForce RTX 3090 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 3090 | 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 3090 comes with 24 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1080 SLI (móvel) has 16 GB. The GeForce RTX 3090 offers 50% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 936 GB/s (GeForce RTX 3090) vs 320 GB/s (GeForce GTX 1080 SLI (móvel)) — a 192.5% advantage for the GeForce RTX 3090. Bus width: 384-bit vs 256-bit.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3090 | GeForce GTX 1080 SLI (móvel) |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 24 GB+50% | 16 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6X | GDDR5X |
| Memory Bandwidth | 936 GB/s+193% | 320 GB/s |
| Bus Width | 384-bit+50% | 256-bit |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3090) vs 12.1 (GeForce GTX 1080 SLI (móvel)). Vulkan: 1.4 vs 1.2. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 1.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3090 | GeForce GTX 1080 SLI (móvel) |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 Ultimate | 12.1 |
| Vulkan | 1.4+17% | 1.2 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4+300% | 1 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC 7th gen (GeForce RTX 3090) vs 6th Gen NVENC (2x) (GeForce GTX 1080 SLI (móvel)). Decoder: NVDEC 5th gen vs 4th Gen NVDEC. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1 (GeForce RTX 3090) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC (GeForce GTX 1080 SLI (móvel)).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3090 | GeForce GTX 1080 SLI (móvel) |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 7th gen | 6th Gen NVENC (2x) |
| Decoder | NVDEC 5th gen | 4th Gen NVDEC |
| Codecs | H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1 | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce RTX 3090 draws 350W versus the GeForce GTX 1080 SLI (móvel)'s 300W — a 15.4% difference. The GeForce GTX 1080 SLI (móvel) is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 750W (GeForce RTX 3090) vs 650W (GeForce GTX 1080 SLI (móvel)). Power connectors: 2x 8-pin vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 312mm vs 0mm, occupying 3 vs 0 slots. Typical load temperature: 85°C vs 85°C.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3090 | GeForce GTX 1080 SLI (móvel) |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 350W | 300W-14% |
| Recommended PSU | 750W | 650W-13% |
| Power Connector | 2x 8-pin | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 312mm | 0mm |
| Height | 140mm | 0mm |
| Slots | 3 | 0-100% |
| Temp (Load) | 85°C | 85°C |
| Perf/Watt | 76.0 | 88.5+16% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce RTX 3090 is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2016).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 3090 | GeForce GTX 1080 SLI (móvel) |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1499 | — |
| Avg Price (30d) | $900 | — |
| Codename | GA102 | Pascal GP104 SLI |
| Release | September 1 2020 | August 16 2016 |
| Ranking | #37 | #162 |
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