GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER vs GeForce RTX 5080
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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 4070 Ti SUPER
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 5080
Why is GeForce RTX 5080 better than GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER?
The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 marks a significant step up from the previous generation’s RTX 4070 Ti SUPER, moving from the Ada Lovelace architecture to the new Blackwell 2.0. The RTX 5080 features a boost in CUDA core count to 10,752 and introduces ultra-fast GDDR7 memory with a 30 Gbps effective speed, resulting in approximate gaming performance gains of 15% to 30% depending on the title.
While the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER remains an excellent high-end card with 16GB of GDDR6X and a 256-bit bus, the RTX 5080 pushes the envelope with better memory bandwidth and a newer PCIe 5.0 interface. However, this performance comes with an increased power draw (360W TGP vs 285W) and a higher launch price. In 4K benchmarks, the RTX 5080 consistently maintains higher average frame rates, making it a better fit for high-refresh 4K gaming.
For enthusiasts who want the latest Blackwell features and superior 4K throughput, the RTX 5080 is the clear upgrade. That said, the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER still provides exceptional value for those who are satisfied with top-tier 1440p or standard 4K gaming and prefer a more power-efficient solution for their current build.
Performance Comparison
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🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 5080 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 12.9% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER | GeForce RTX 5080 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-12.9%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+12.9%) |
| Longevity | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) / 5nm) | 🏆Elite Architecture (Blackwell 2.0 (2025−2026) / 5nm) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (16 GB) | 🎮 High Capacity (16 GB) |
| Efficiency | Normal Efficiency | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (310mm) | Standard Size (304mm) |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $800 versus $1,250 for the GeForce RTX 5080, it costs 36% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 38.4% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER | GeForce RTX 5080 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+38.4%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($800) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($1,250) |
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 4070 Ti SUPER and GeForce RTX 5080
GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER
The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 8 2024. It features the Ada Lovelace architecture. The core clock ranges from 2340 MHz to 2610 MHz. It has 8448 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 285W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 66 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 31,828 points. Launch price was $799.
GeForce RTX 5080
The GeForce RTX 5080 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 30 2025. It features the Blackwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 2295 MHz to 2617 MHz. It has 10752 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 360W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 84 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 35,924 points. Launch price was $999.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER scores 31,828 versus the GeForce RTX 5080's 35,924 — the GeForce RTX 5080 leads by 12.9%. The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER is built on Ada Lovelace while the GeForce RTX 5080 uses Blackwell 2.0, both on a 5 nm process. Shader units: 8,448 (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER) vs 10,752 (GeForce RTX 5080). Raw compute: 44.1 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER) vs 56.28 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 5080). Boost clocks: 2610 MHz vs 2617 MHz. Ray tracing: 66 RT cores (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER) vs 84 (GeForce RTX 5080) with 264 Tensor cores vs 336.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER | GeForce RTX 5080 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 31,828 | 35,924+13% |
| Architecture | Ada Lovelace | Blackwell 2.0 |
| Process Node | 5 nm | 5 nm |
| Shading Units | 8448 | 10752+27% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 44.1 TFLOPS | 56.28 TFLOPS+28% |
| Boost Clock | 2610 MHz | 2617 MHz |
| ROPs | 96 | 112+17% |
| TMUs | 264 | 336+27% |
| L1 Cache | 8.3 MB | 10.5 MB+27% |
| L2 Cache | 48 MB | 64 MB+33% |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 66 | 84+27% |
| Tensor Cores | 264 | 336+27% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
A critical advantage for the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER 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 RTX 5080 lacks specific hardware/driver support for this native frame generation tier.The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER gives access to NVIDIA DLSS (Deep Learning Super Sampling), widely regarding as the superior upscaling method for image quality. The GeForce RTX 5080 relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER | GeForce RTX 5080 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | DLSS 3.5 | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | DLSS 3.0 (Native) | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | Yes (DLSS 3.5) | No |
| Low Latency | NVIDIA Reflex | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
Both cards feature 16 GB of video memory. Memory bandwidth: 672 GB/s (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER) vs 1024 GB/s (GeForce RTX 5080) — a 52.4% advantage for the GeForce RTX 5080. Bus width: 256-bit vs 256-bit. L2 Cache: 48 MB (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER) vs 64 MB (GeForce RTX 5080) — the GeForce RTX 5080 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER | GeForce RTX 5080 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6X | GDDR7 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 672 GB/s | 1024 GB/s+52% |
| Bus Width | 256-bit | 256-bit |
| L2 Cache | 48 MB | 64 MB+33% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER) vs 12.2 (GeForce RTX 5080). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.4. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER | GeForce RTX 5080 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 Ultimate | 12.2+2% |
| Vulkan | 1.3 | 1.4+8% |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC 8th gen (Dual) (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER) vs 9th Gen NVENC (2x) (GeForce RTX 5080). Decoder: NVDEC 5th gen vs 6th Gen NVDEC. Supported codecs: AV1,H.264,H.265/HEVC (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (GeForce RTX 5080).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER | GeForce RTX 5080 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 8th gen (Dual) | 9th Gen NVENC (2x) |
| Decoder | NVDEC 5th gen | 6th Gen NVDEC |
| Codecs | AV1,H.264,H.265/HEVC | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER draws 285W versus the GeForce RTX 5080's 360W — a 23.3% difference. The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 750W (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER) vs 850W (GeForce RTX 5080). Power connectors: 16-pin (12VHPWR) vs 16-pin (12VHPWR). Card length: 310mm vs 304mm, occupying 3 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 72°C vs 80°C.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER | GeForce RTX 5080 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 285W-21% | 360W |
| Recommended PSU | 750W-12% | 850W |
| Power Connector | 16-pin (12VHPWR) | 16-pin (12VHPWR) |
| Length | 310mm | 304mm |
| Height | 111mm | 137mm |
| Slots | 3 | 2-33% |
| Temp (Load) | 72°C-10% | 80°C |
| Perf/Watt | 111.7+12% | 99.8 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER launched at $799 MSRP and currently averages $800, while the GeForce RTX 5080 launched at $999 and now averages $1250. The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER costs 36% less ($450 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 39.8 (GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER) vs 28.7 (GeForce RTX 5080) — the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER offers 38.7% better value. The GeForce RTX 5080 is the newer GPU (2025 vs 2024).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER | GeForce RTX 5080 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $799-20% | $999 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $800-36% | $1250 |
| Performance per Dollar | 39.8+39% | 28.7 |
| Codename | AD103 | GB203 |
| Release | January 8 2024 | January 30 2025 |
| Ranking | #10 | #5 |
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