GeForce RTX 5080 vs GeForce RTX 3060 Ti
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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 5080
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 3060 Ti
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 5080 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 76.9% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (16 GB vs 8 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 5080 | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+76.9%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-76.9%) |
| 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 (16 GB) | 🎮 High Capacity (8 GB) |
| Efficiency | Normal Efficiency | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (304mm) | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $280 versus $1,250 for the GeForce RTX 5080, it costs 78% less. While it maintains lower overall performance, this results in a 152.4% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 5080 | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+152.4%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($1,250) | ✅More affordable ($280) |
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 5080 and GeForce RTX 3060 Ti
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.
GeForce RTX 3060 Ti
The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in December 1 2020. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1410 MHz to 1665 MHz. It has 4864 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 200W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 38 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 20,312 points. Launch price was $399.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 5080 scores 35,924 versus the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti's 20,312 — the GeForce RTX 5080 leads by 76.9%. The GeForce RTX 5080 is built on Blackwell 2.0 while the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti uses Ampere, both on 5 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 10,752 (GeForce RTX 5080) vs 4,864 (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti). Raw compute: 56.28 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 5080) vs 16.2 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti). Boost clocks: 2617 MHz vs 1665 MHz. Ray tracing: 84 RT cores (GeForce RTX 5080) vs 38 (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) with 336 Tensor cores vs 152.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 5080 | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 35,924+77% | 20,312 |
| Architecture | Blackwell 2.0 | Ampere |
| Process Node | 5 nm | 8 nm |
| Shading Units | 10752+121% | 4864 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 56.28 TFLOPS+247% | 16.2 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 2617 MHz+57% | 1665 MHz |
| ROPs | 112+40% | 80 |
| TMUs | 336+121% | 152 |
| L1 Cache | 10.5 MB+119% | 4.8 MB |
| L2 Cache | 64 MB+1500% | 4 MB |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 84+121% | 38 |
| Tensor Cores | 336+121% | 152 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce RTX 5080 | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| 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 5080 comes with 16 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti has 8 GB. The GeForce RTX 5080 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 1024 GB/s (GeForce RTX 5080) vs 448 GB/s (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) — a 128.6% advantage for the GeForce RTX 5080. Bus width: 256-bit vs 256-bit. L2 Cache: 64 MB (GeForce RTX 5080) vs 4 MB (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) — the GeForce RTX 5080 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 5080 | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 16 GB+100% | 8 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR7 | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 1024 GB/s+129% | 448 GB/s |
| Bus Width | 256-bit | 256-bit |
| L2 Cache | 64 MB+1500% | 4 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12.2 (GeForce RTX 5080) vs 12 Ultimate (12_2) (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti). Vulkan: 1.4 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 5080 | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12.2+2% | 12 Ultimate (12_2) |
| Vulkan | 1.4+8% | 1.3 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: 9th Gen NVENC (2x) (GeForce RTX 5080) vs NVENC (Ampere) (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti). Decoder: 6th Gen NVDEC vs NVDEC (Ampere). Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (GeForce RTX 5080) vs H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1 (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 5080 | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | 9th Gen NVENC (2x) | NVENC (Ampere) |
| Decoder | 6th Gen NVDEC | NVDEC (Ampere) |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 | H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce RTX 5080 draws 360W versus the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti's 200W — a 57.1% difference. The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 850W (GeForce RTX 5080) vs 600W (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti). Power connectors: 16-pin (12VHPWR) vs 8-pin. Card length: 304mm vs 242mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 80°C vs 75.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 5080 | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 360W | 200W-44% |
| Recommended PSU | 850W | 600W-29% |
| Power Connector | 16-pin (12VHPWR) | 8-pin |
| Length | 304mm | 242mm |
| Height | 137mm | 112mm |
| Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 80°C | 75-6% |
| Perf/Watt | 99.8 | 101.6+2% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce RTX 5080 launched at $999 MSRP and currently averages $1250, while the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti launched at $399 and now averages $280. The GeForce RTX 3060 Ti costs 77.6% less ($970 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 28.7 (GeForce RTX 5080) vs 72.5 (GeForce RTX 3060 Ti) — the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti offers 152.6% better value. The GeForce RTX 5080 is the newer GPU (2025 vs 2020).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 5080 | GeForce RTX 3060 Ti |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $999 | $399-60% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $1250 | $280-78% |
| Performance per Dollar | 28.7 | 72.5+153% |
| Codename | GB203 | GA104 |
| Release | January 30 2025 | December 1 2020 |
| Ranking | #5 | #73 |
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