GeForce RTX 4080 vs L40
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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 4080
Performance Per Dollar L40
Why is GeForce RTX 4080 better than L40?
The battle between the high-end GeForce RTX 4080 and the professional industrial NVIDIA L40 reveals the distance between uncompromised enthusiast power and data-center scale. Both utilize the Ada Lovelace architecture, but the NVIDIA L40 is a powerhouse built for uncompromised AI development and mission-critical rendering, featuring a massive 48GB of ECC memory.
Technically, the L40 wins on absolute memory scale—double the 24GB found on the 4080—along with specialized drivers for enterprise server environments. While the RTX 4080 delivers amazing interactive clock speeds for 4K gaming and real-time visualization, the L40 offers superior stability and headroom for massive professional datasets. Moving to an L-series industrial engine is a transformative upgrade for users who priority uncompromised reliability and memory capacity in their professional workstation tasks in 2026.
The NVIDIA L40 is the winner for data scientists and professional 3D artists who need uncompromised VRAM capacity and server-grade reliability. it is a world-class industrial tool. The GeForce RTX 4080 remains the winner for desktop enthusiasts who demand the absolute best interactive gaming performance and high-end creative value. for anyone looking for the most memory scale and enterprise muscle between these two, the 48GB L40 is the clear and superior winner.
Performance Comparison
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🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 4080 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 5.7% higher G3D Mark score. However, the L40 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 4080 | L40 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+5.7%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-5.7%) |
| Longevity | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) / 5nm) | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) / 4nm) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (16 GB) | 🎮 High Capacity (48 GB) |
| Efficiency | Normal Efficiency | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (310mm) | Standard Size (267mm) |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 4080 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $800 versus $8,174 for the L40, it costs 90% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 979.5% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 4080 | L40 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+979.5%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($800) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($8,174) |
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 4080 and L40
GeForce RTX 4080
The GeForce RTX 4080 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in September 20 2022. It features the Ada Lovelace architecture. The core clock ranges from 2205 MHz to 2505 MHz. It has 9728 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 320W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 76 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 34,445 points. Launch price was $1,199.
L40
The L40 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in October 13 2022. It features the Ada Lovelace architecture. The core clock ranges from 735 MHz to 2490 MHz. It has 18176 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 300W. Manufactured using 4 nm process technology. It features 142 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 32,601 points.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 4080 scores 34,445 versus the L40's 32,601 — the GeForce RTX 4080 leads by 5.7%. The GeForce RTX 4080 is built on Ada Lovelace while the L40 uses Ada Lovelace, both on 5 nm vs 4 nm. Shader units: 9,728 (GeForce RTX 4080) vs 18,176 (L40). Raw compute: 48.74 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4080) vs 90.52 TFLOPS (L40). Boost clocks: 2505 MHz vs 2490 MHz. Ray tracing: 76 RT cores (GeForce RTX 4080) vs 142 (L40) with 304 Tensor cores vs 568.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4080 | L40 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 34,445+6% | 32,601 |
| Architecture | Ada Lovelace | Ada Lovelace |
| Process Node | 5 nm | 4 nm |
| Shading Units | 9728 | 18176+87% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 48.74 TFLOPS | 90.52 TFLOPS+86% |
| Boost Clock | 2505 MHz | 2490 MHz |
| ROPs | 112 | 192+71% |
| TMUs | 304 | 568+87% |
| L1 Cache | 9.5 MB | 17.8 MB+87% |
| L2 Cache | 64 MB | 96 MB+50% |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 76 | 142+87% |
| Tensor Cores | 304 | 568+87% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
A critical advantage for the GeForce RTX 4080 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 L40 lacks specific hardware/driver support for this native frame generation tier.The GeForce RTX 4080 gives access to NVIDIA DLSS (Deep Learning Super Sampling), widely regarding as the superior upscaling method for image quality. The L40 relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4080 | L40 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce RTX 4080 comes with 16 GB of VRAM, while the L40 has 48 GB. The L40 offers 200% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 736 GB/s (GeForce RTX 4080) vs 960 GB/s (L40) — a 30.4% advantage for the L40. Bus width: 256-bit vs 384-bit. L2 Cache: 64 MB (GeForce RTX 4080) vs 96 MB (L40) — the L40 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4080 | L40 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 16 GB | 48 GB+200% |
| Memory Type | GDDR6X | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 736 GB/s | 960 GB/s+30% |
| Bus Width | 256-bit | 384-bit+50% |
| L2 Cache | 64 MB | 96 MB+50% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 4080) vs 12.2 (L40). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4080 | L40 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 Ultimate | 12.2+2% |
| Vulkan | 1.3 | 1.3 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC 8th gen (GeForce RTX 4080) vs NVENC 8th Gen (L40). Decoder: NVDEC 5th gen vs NVDEC 5th Gen. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP9 (GeForce RTX 4080) vs AV1,HEVC,H.264,VP9 (L40).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4080 | L40 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 8th gen | NVENC 8th Gen |
| Decoder | NVDEC 5th gen | NVDEC 5th Gen |
| Codecs | H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP9 | AV1,HEVC,H.264,VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce RTX 4080 draws 320W versus the L40's 300W — a 6.5% difference. The L40 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 750W (GeForce RTX 4080) vs 750W (L40). Power connectors: 16-pin vs 16-pin. Card length: 310mm vs 267mm, occupying 3 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 70°C vs 80°C.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4080 | L40 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 320W | 300W-6% |
| Recommended PSU | 750W | 750W |
| Power Connector | 16-pin | 16-pin |
| Length | 310mm | 267mm |
| Height | 140mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 3 | 2-33% |
| Temp (Load) | 70°C-13% | 80°C |
| Perf/Watt | 107.6 | 108.7+1% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce RTX 4080 launched at $1199 MSRP and currently averages $800, while the L40 launched at $31000 and now averages $8174. The GeForce RTX 4080 costs 90.2% less ($7374 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 43.1 (GeForce RTX 4080) vs 4.0 (L40) — the GeForce RTX 4080 offers 977.5% better value.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4080 | L40 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1199-96% | $31000 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $800-90% | $8174 |
| Performance per Dollar | 43.1+978% | 4.0 |
| Codename | AD103 | AD102 |
| Release | September 20 2022 | October 13 2022 |
| Ranking | #7 | #61 |
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