RTX 4000 Ada Generation vs GeForce RTX 3080
RTX 4000 Ada Generation
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About G3D Mark
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Performance Per Dollar RTX 4000 Ada Generation
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 3080
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 3080 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 4.3% higher G3D Mark score and 400% more VRAM (10 GB vs 2 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the RTX 4000 Ada Generation.
| Insight | RTX 4000 Ada Generation | GeForce RTX 3080 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-4.3%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+4.3%) |
| Longevity | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) / 5nm) | 🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (2 GB) | 🎮 High Capacity (10 GB) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (267mm) | Standard Size (285mm) |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 3080 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $400 versus $1,547 for the RTX 4000 Ada Generation, it costs 74% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 303.2% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | RTX 4000 Ada Generation | GeForce RTX 3080 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+303.2%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($1,547) | ✅More affordable ($400) |
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 RTX 4000 Ada Generation and GeForce RTX 3080
RTX 4000 Ada Generation
The RTX 4000 Ada Generation is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in August 9 2023. It features the Ada Lovelace architecture. The core clock ranges from 1500 MHz to 1560 MHz. It has 6144 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 70W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 48 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 24,046 points.
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
The RTX 4000 Ada Generation scores 24,046 and the GeForce RTX 3080 reaches 25,071 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 4.3% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The RTX 4000 Ada Generation is built on Ada Lovelace while the GeForce RTX 3080 uses Ampere, both on 5 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 6,144 (RTX 4000 Ada Generation) vs 8,704 (GeForce RTX 3080). Raw compute: 26.73 TFLOPS (RTX 4000 Ada Generation) vs 29.77 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3080). Boost clocks: 1560 MHz vs 1710 MHz. Ray tracing: 48 RT cores (RTX 4000 Ada Generation) vs 68 (GeForce RTX 3080) with 192 Tensor cores vs 272.
| Feature | RTX 4000 Ada Generation | GeForce RTX 3080 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 24,046 | 25,071+4% |
| Architecture | Ada Lovelace | Ampere |
| Process Node | 5 nm | 8 nm |
| Shading Units | 6144 | 8704+42% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 26.73 TFLOPS | 29.77 TFLOPS+11% |
| Boost Clock | 1560 MHz | 1710 MHz+10% |
| ROPs | 64 | 96+50% |
| TMUs | 192 | 272+42% |
| L1 Cache | 6 MB | 8.5 MB+42% |
| L2 Cache | 48 MB+860% | 5 MB |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 48 | 68+42% |
| Tensor Cores | 192 | 272+42% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
A critical advantage for the RTX 4000 Ada Generation 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 3080 lacks specific hardware/driver support for this native frame generation tier.The RTX 4000 Ada Generation supports the newer DLSS 3.5 (including Frame Gen/Ray Reconstruction), whereas the GeForce RTX 3080 is capped at DLSS 2.0.
| Feature | RTX 4000 Ada Generation | GeForce RTX 3080 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | DLSS 3.5 | DLSS 2.0 |
| Frame Generation | DLSS 3.0 (Native) | FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible) |
| Ray Reconstruction | Yes (DLSS 3.5) | No |
| Low Latency | NVIDIA Reflex | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The RTX 4000 Ada Generation comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 3080 has 10 GB. The GeForce RTX 3080 offers 400% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 360 GB/s (RTX 4000 Ada Generation) vs 760 GB/s (GeForce RTX 3080) — a 111.1% advantage for the GeForce RTX 3080. Bus width: 160-bit vs 320-bit. L2 Cache: 48 MB (RTX 4000 Ada Generation) vs 5 MB (GeForce RTX 3080) — the RTX 4000 Ada Generation has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | RTX 4000 Ada Generation | GeForce RTX 3080 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | 10 GB+400% |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 ECC | GDDR6X |
| Memory Bandwidth | 360 GB/s | 760 GB/s+111% |
| Bus Width | 160-bit | 320-bit+100% |
| L2 Cache | 48 MB+860% | 5 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12.2 (RTX 4000 Ada Generation) vs 12 Ultimate (12_2) (GeForce RTX 3080). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | RTX 4000 Ada Generation | GeForce RTX 3080 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12.2+2% | 12 Ultimate (12_2) |
| Vulkan | 1.3 | 1.3 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: 8th Gen NVENC (3x) (RTX 4000 Ada Generation) vs NVENC (Ampere) (GeForce RTX 3080). Decoder: 5th Gen NVDEC vs NVDEC (Ampere). Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (RTX 4000 Ada Generation) vs H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1 (GeForce RTX 3080).
| Feature | RTX 4000 Ada Generation | GeForce RTX 3080 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | 8th Gen NVENC (3x) | NVENC (Ampere) |
| Decoder | 5th Gen NVDEC | NVDEC (Ampere) |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 | H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1 |
Power & Dimensions
The RTX 4000 Ada Generation draws 70W versus the GeForce RTX 3080's 320W — a 128.2% difference. The RTX 4000 Ada Generation is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 750W (RTX 4000 Ada Generation) vs 750W (GeForce RTX 3080). Power connectors: 1x 8-pin vs 2x 8-pin. Card length: 267mm vs 285mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 80°C vs 75.
| Feature | RTX 4000 Ada Generation | GeForce RTX 3080 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 70W-78% | 320W |
| Recommended PSU | 750W | 750W |
| Power Connector | 1x 8-pin | 2x 8-pin |
| Length | 267mm | 285mm |
| Height | 111mm | 112mm |
| Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 80°C | 75-6% |
| Perf/Watt | 343.5+339% | 78.3 |
Value Analysis
The RTX 4000 Ada Generation launched at $1999 MSRP and currently averages $1547, while the GeForce RTX 3080 launched at $699 and now averages $400. The GeForce RTX 3080 costs 74.1% less ($1147 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 15.5 (RTX 4000 Ada Generation) vs 62.7 (GeForce RTX 3080) — the GeForce RTX 3080 offers 304.5% better value. The RTX 4000 Ada Generation is the newer GPU (2023 vs 2020).
| Feature | RTX 4000 Ada Generation | GeForce RTX 3080 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1999 | $699-65% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $1547 | $400-74% |
| Performance per Dollar | 15.5 | 62.7+305% |
| Codename | AD104 | GA102 |
| Release | August 9 2023 | September 1 2020 |
| Ranking | #47 | #41 |
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