GeForce RTX 5090 D vs GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER

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.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER

#53

GeForce RTX 4070

MSRP: $599|Avg: $550

143%

#54

Radeon RX 7650 GRE

MSRP: $279|Avg: $380

142%

#55

GeForce RTX 2060 12GB

MSRP: $470|Avg: $120

141%

#56

Arc A770

MSRP: $349|Avg: $280

139%

#57

Radeon RX 6750 GRE 12GB

MSRP: $289|Avg: $423

139%

#58

Arc A380

MSRP: $149|Avg: $119

136%

#59

Radeon RX 9070

MSRP: $549|Avg: $550

135%

#60

Radeon RX 7900 XT

MSRP: $899|Avg: $630

134%

#61

GeForce RTX 4080

MSRP: $1199|Avg: $800

120%

#62

Arc A310

MSRP: $100|Avg: $100

117%

#63

GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER

MSRP: $799|Avg: $800

116%

#64

Radeon RX 9070 XT

MSRP: $599|Avg: $700

112%

#65

GeForce RTX 5070 Ti

MSRP: $749|Avg: $850

112%

#66

Radeon RX 6900 XT

MSRP: $999|Avg: $385

112%

#67

GeForce GTX 1630

MSRP: $150|Avg: $90

108%

#68

GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER

MSRP: $999|Avg: $999

100%

#69

Radeon RX 6800 XT

MSRP: $649|Avg: $743

98%

#70

Radeon RX 7900 XTX

MSRP: $999|Avg: $930

98%

#71

Radeon RX 6950 XT

MSRP: $1099|Avg: $850

96%

#72

GeForce RTX 3080 Ti

MSRP: $1199|Avg: $550

93%

#73

GeForce RTX 3080 12GB

MSRP: $1250|Avg: $500

89%

#74

GeForce RTX 5080

MSRP: $999|Avg: $1250

84%

#75

GeForce RTX 3090

MSRP: $1499|Avg: $900

74%

#76

Radeon Ryzen 7 6800H

MSRP: $200|Avg: $200

71%

#77

GeForce RTX 4090

MSRP: $1599|Avg: $1649

67%

#78

GeForce RTX 3090 Ti

MSRP: $1999|Avg: $1100

61%

#79

Iris Xe Graphics MAX

MSRP: $55|Avg: $40

43%

#80

GeForce RTX 5090

MSRP: $1999|Avg: $2700

42%

#81

Moore Threads MTT S80

MSRP: $260|Avg: $170

40%

#82

Intel UHD Graphics P750

MSRP: $150|Avg: $100

36%

#83

Radeon Ryzen 7 4700G

MSRP: $299|Avg: $100

36%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce RTX 5090 D is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 20% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (32 GB vs 16 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER.

Insight	GeForce RTX 5090 D	GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+20%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-20%)
Longevity	🏆Elite Architecture (Blackwell 2.0 (2025−2026) / 5nm)	🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) / 5nm)
Ecosystem	✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support	✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support
VRAM	🎮 High Capacity (32 GB)	🎮 High Capacity (16 GB)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	Standard Size (304mm)	Standard Size (304mm)

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $999 versus $1,999 for the GeForce RTX 5090 D, it costs 50% less. While it maintains lower overall performance, this results in a 66.7% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce RTX 5090 D	GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+66.7%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($1,999)	✅More affordable ($999)

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.

GeForce RTX 5090 D Benchmark Check

GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce RTX 5090 D and GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER

GeForce RTX 5090 D

The GeForce RTX 5090 D is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 30 2025. It features the Blackwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 2017 MHz to 2407 MHz. It has 21760 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 575W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 170 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 41,059 points. Launch price was $2,299.

GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER

The GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 8 2024. It features the Ada Lovelace architecture. The core clock ranges from 2295 MHz to 2550 MHz. It has 10240 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 320W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 80 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 34,215 points. Launch price was $999.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 5090 D scores 41,059 versus the GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER's 34,215 — the GeForce RTX 5090 D leads by 20%. The GeForce RTX 5090 D is built on Blackwell 2.0 while the GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER uses Ada Lovelace, both on a 5 nm process. Shader units: 21,760 (GeForce RTX 5090 D) vs 10,240 (GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER). Raw compute: 104.8 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 5090 D) vs 52.22 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER). Boost clocks: 2407 MHz vs 2550 MHz. Ray tracing: 170 RT cores (GeForce RTX 5090 D) vs 80 (GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER) with 680 Tensor cores vs 320.

Feature	GeForce RTX 5090 D	GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER
G3D Mark Score	41,059+20%	34,215
Architecture	Blackwell 2.0	Ada Lovelace
Process Node	5 nm	5 nm
Shading Units	21760+113%	10240
Compute (TFLOPS)	104.8 TFLOPS+101%	52.22 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	2407 MHz	2550 MHz+6%
ROPs	176+57%	112
TMUs	680+113%	320
L1 Cache	21.3 MB+113%	10 MB
L2 Cache	96 MB+50%	64 MB
Ray Tracing Cores	170+113%	80
Tensor Cores	680+113%	320

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

A critical advantage for the GeForce RTX 4080 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 5090 D lacks specific hardware/driver support for this native frame generation tier.

Feature	GeForce RTX 5090 D	GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	DLSS 3.5
Frame Generation	Not Supported	DLSS 3.0 (Native)
Ray Reconstruction	No	Yes (DLSS 3.5)
Low Latency	NVIDIA Reflex	NVIDIA Reflex

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce RTX 5090 D comes with 32 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER has 16 GB. The GeForce RTX 5090 D offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 1792 GB/s (GeForce RTX 5090 D) vs 736 GB/s (GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER) — a 143.5% advantage for the GeForce RTX 5090 D. Bus width: 512-bit vs 256-bit. L2 Cache: 96 MB (GeForce RTX 5090 D) vs 64 MB (GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER) — the GeForce RTX 5090 D has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce RTX 5090 D	GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER
VRAM Capacity	32 GB+100%	16 GB
Memory Type	GDDR7	GDDR6X
Memory Bandwidth	1792 GB/s+143%	736 GB/s
Bus Width	512-bit+100%	256-bit
L2 Cache	96 MB+50%	64 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 5090 D) vs 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

Feature	GeForce RTX 5090 D	GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER
DirectX	12 Ultimate	12 Ultimate
Vulkan	1.3	1.3
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	4	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 9th Gen (GeForce RTX 5090 D) vs NVENC 8th Gen (GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER). Decoder: NVDEC 8th Gen vs NVDEC 5th Gen. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265,AV1,VP9 (GeForce RTX 5090 D) vs AV1,H.265,H.264,VP9 (GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER).

Feature	GeForce RTX 5090 D	GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER
Encoder	NVENC 9th Gen	NVENC 8th Gen
Decoder	NVDEC 8th Gen	NVDEC 5th Gen
Codecs	H.264,H.265,AV1,VP9	AV1,H.265,H.264,VP9

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce RTX 5090 D draws 575W versus the GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER's 320W — a 57% difference. The GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1000W (GeForce RTX 5090 D) vs 850W (GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER). Power connectors: 16-pin vs 16-pin (12VHPWR). Card length: 304mm vs 304mm, occupying 3 vs 3 slots. Typical load temperature: 85 vs 70.

Feature	GeForce RTX 5090 D	GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER
TDP	575W	320W-44%
Recommended PSU	1000W	850W-15%
Power Connector	16-pin	16-pin (12VHPWR)
Length	304mm	304mm
Height	137mm	137mm
Slots	3	3
Temp (Load)	85	70-18%
Perf/Watt	71.4	106.9+50%

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Value Analysis

The GeForce RTX 5090 D launched at $1999 MSRP, while the GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER launched at $999 and now averages $999. The GeForce RTX 5090 D is the newer GPU (2025 vs 2024).