GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop GPU vs 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 5070 Ti Laptop GPU
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Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 3080 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 8.6% higher G3D Mark score. However, the GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop GPU offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop GPU | GeForce RTX 3080 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-8.6%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+8.6%) |
| Longevity | 🏆Elite Architecture (Blackwell 2.0 (2025−2026) / 5nm) | 🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (12 GB) | 🎮 High Capacity (10 GB) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | Standard Size (285mm) |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce RTX 3080 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 5070 Ti Laptop GPU and GeForce RTX 3080
GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop GPU
The GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop GPU is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in April 16 2025. It features the Blackwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 2407 MHz to 2572 MHz. It has 4608 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 180W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 36 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 23,095 points. Launch price was $379.
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.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop GPU scores 23,095 versus the GeForce RTX 3080's 25,071 — the GeForce RTX 3080 leads by 8.6%. The GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop GPU is built on Blackwell 2.0 while the GeForce RTX 3080 uses Ampere, both on 5 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 4,608 (GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop GPU) vs 8,704 (GeForce RTX 3080). Raw compute: 23.7 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop GPU) vs 29.77 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3080). Boost clocks: 2572 MHz vs 1710 MHz. Ray tracing: 36 RT cores (GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop GPU) vs 68 (GeForce RTX 3080) with 144 Tensor cores vs 272.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop GPU | GeForce RTX 3080 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 23,095 | 25,071+9% |
| Architecture | Blackwell 2.0 | Ampere |
| Process Node | 5 nm | 8 nm |
| Shading Units | 4608 | 8704+89% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 23.7 TFLOPS | 29.77 TFLOPS+26% |
| Boost Clock | 2572 MHz+50% | 1710 MHz |
| ROPs | 48 | 96+100% |
| TMUs | 144 | 272+89% |
| L1 Cache | 4.5 MB | 8.5 MB+89% |
| L2 Cache | 32 MB+540% | 5 MB |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 36 | 68+89% |
| Tensor Cores | 144 | 272+89% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop GPU | GeForce RTX 3080 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | DLSS 2.0 |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | NVIDIA Reflex | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop GPU comes with 12 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 3080 has 10 GB. The GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop GPU offers 20% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 672 GB/s (GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop GPU) vs 760 GB/s (GeForce RTX 3080) — a 13.1% advantage for the GeForce RTX 3080. Bus width: 192-bit vs 320-bit. L2 Cache: 32 MB (GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop GPU) vs 5 MB (GeForce RTX 3080) — the GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop GPU has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop GPU | GeForce RTX 3080 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 12 GB+20% | 10 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR7 | GDDR6X |
| Memory Bandwidth | 672 GB/s | 760 GB/s+13% |
| Bus Width | 192-bit | 320-bit+67% |
| L2 Cache | 32 MB+540% | 5 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop GPU) vs 12 Ultimate (12_2) (GeForce RTX 3080). Vulkan: 1.4 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop GPU | GeForce RTX 3080 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 Ultimate | 12 Ultimate (12_2) |
| Vulkan | 1.4+8% | 1.3 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC (9th Gen) (GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop GPU) vs NVENC (Ampere) (GeForce RTX 3080). Decoder: NVDEC (6th Gen) vs NVDEC (Ampere). Supported codecs: H.264,HEVC,AV1,VP9 (GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop GPU) vs H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1 (GeForce RTX 3080).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop GPU | GeForce RTX 3080 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC (9th Gen) | NVENC (Ampere) |
| Decoder | NVDEC (6th Gen) | NVDEC (Ampere) |
| Codecs | H.264,HEVC,AV1,VP9 | H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop GPU draws 180W versus the GeForce RTX 3080's 320W — a 56% difference. The GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop GPU is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 130W (GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop GPU) vs 750W (GeForce RTX 3080). Power connectors: Mobile vs 2x 8-pin. Typical load temperature: 78°C vs 75.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop GPU | GeForce RTX 3080 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 180W-44% | 320W |
| Recommended PSU | 130W-83% | 750W |
| Power Connector | Mobile | 2x 8-pin |
| Length | — | 285mm |
| Height | — | 112mm |
| Slots | — | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 78°C | 75-4% |
| Perf/Watt | 128.3+64% | 78.3 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop GPU is the newer GPU (2025 vs 2020).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop GPU | GeForce RTX 3080 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | — | $699 |
| Avg Price (30d) | — | $400 |
| Codename | GB206 | GA102 |
| Release | April 16 2025 | September 1 2020 |
| Ranking | #60 | #41 |
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