GeForce RTX 4070 vs GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER
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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 4070
Performance Per Dollar
Why is GeForce RTX 4070 better than GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER?
The battle between the high-end GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER and the previous-gen enthusiast GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER highlights the monumental jump in efficiency and modern software depth. The RTX 4070 Ti SUPER delivers roughly 60-70% more raw compute performance, moving from a legacy 1440p icon to an uncompromised 4K engine that masters modern AAA titles.
Technically, the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER wins on absolute scale with its 16GB VRAM buffer—double the 8GB found on the 20-series card—along with specialized cores for next-gen Path Tracing and DLSS 3. While the RTX 2080 SUPER remains a robust card with superior raw bandwidth for its era, it lacks the overall throughput and specialized features needed for modern high-fidelity graphics. Moving to a modern Ti SUPER powered desktop is a life-changing improvement for users seeking world-class speed in 2026.
The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER is the undisputed winner in absolute rendering speed and future-proof support. it is a world-class engine for 4K high-fidelity gaming. The GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER remains a powerful option for users on existing stationary rigs who priority reliability for 1440p tasks. however, for any user looking for the most immersion and raw speed, the 16GB 40-series card is the definitive and superior choice.
Performance Comparison
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🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 4070 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 38.3% higher G3D Mark score and 50% more VRAM (12 GB vs 8 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 4070 | GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+38.3%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-38.3%) |
| Longevity | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) / 5nm) | Turing (2018−2022) (12nm) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (12 GB) | 🎮 High Capacity (8 GB) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (304mm) | Standard Size (267mm) |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $280 versus $550 for the GeForce RTX 4070, it costs 49% less. While it maintains lower overall performance, this results in a 42.1% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 4070 | GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+42.1%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($550) | ✅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 4070 and GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER
GeForce RTX 4070
The GeForce RTX 4070 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in April 12 2023. It features the Ada Lovelace architecture. The core clock ranges from 1920 MHz to 2475 MHz. It has 5888 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 200W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 46 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 26,919 points. Launch price was $599.
GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER
The GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in July 23 2019. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 1650 MHz to 1815 MHz. It has 3072 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 250W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. It features 48 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 19,467 points. Launch price was $699.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 4070 scores 26,919 versus the GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER's 19,467 — the GeForce RTX 4070 leads by 38.3%. The GeForce RTX 4070 is built on Ada Lovelace while the GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER uses Turing, both on 5 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 5,888 (GeForce RTX 4070) vs 3,072 (GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER). Raw compute: 29.15 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4070) vs 11.15 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER). Boost clocks: 2475 MHz vs 1815 MHz. Ray tracing: 46 RT cores (GeForce RTX 4070) vs 48 (GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER) with 184 Tensor cores vs 384.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 | GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 26,919+38% | 19,467 |
| Architecture | Ada Lovelace | Turing |
| Process Node | 5 nm | 12 nm |
| Shading Units | 5888+92% | 3072 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 29.15 TFLOPS+161% | 11.15 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 2475 MHz+36% | 1815 MHz |
| ROPs | 64 | 64 |
| TMUs | 184 | 192+4% |
| L1 Cache | 5.8 MB+93% | 3 MB |
| L2 Cache | 36 MB+800% | 4 MB |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 46 | 48+4% |
| Tensor Cores | 184 | 384+109% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
A critical advantage for the GeForce RTX 4070 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 2080 SUPER lacks specific hardware/driver support for this native frame generation tier.The GeForce RTX 4070 supports the newer DLSS 3.5 (including Frame Gen/Ray Reconstruction), whereas the GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER is capped at DLSS 2.0.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 | GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER |
|---|---|---|
| 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 GeForce RTX 4070 comes with 12 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER has 8 GB. The GeForce RTX 4070 offers 50% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 504 GB/s (GeForce RTX 4070) vs 496 GB/s (GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER) — a 1.6% advantage for the GeForce RTX 4070. Bus width: 192-bit vs 256-bit. L2 Cache: 36 MB (GeForce RTX 4070) vs 4 MB (GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER) — the GeForce RTX 4070 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 | GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 12 GB+50% | 8 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6X | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 504 GB/s+2% | 496 GB/s |
| Bus Width | 192-bit | 256-bit+33% |
| L2 Cache | 36 MB+800% | 4 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12.2 (GeForce RTX 4070) vs 12.1 (GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.2. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 | GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12.2 | 12.1 |
| Vulkan | 1.3+8% | 1.2 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: 8th Gen NVENC (2x) (GeForce RTX 4070) vs 6th Gen NVENC (GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER). Decoder: 5th Gen NVDEC vs 4th Gen NVDEC. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (GeForce RTX 4070) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC (GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 | GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | 8th Gen NVENC (2x) | 6th Gen NVENC |
| Decoder | 5th Gen NVDEC | 4th Gen NVDEC |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce RTX 4070 draws 200W versus the GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER's 250W — a 22.2% difference. The GeForce RTX 4070 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 650W (GeForce RTX 4070) vs 650W (GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER). Power connectors: 8-pin vs 6-pin + 8-pin. Card length: 304mm vs 267mm, occupying 3 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 80°C vs 80°C.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 | GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 200W-20% | 250W |
| Recommended PSU | 650W | 650W |
| Power Connector | 8-pin | 6-pin + 8-pin |
| Length | 304mm | 267mm |
| Height | 137mm | 116mm |
| Slots | 3 | 2-33% |
| Temp (Load) | 80°C | 80°C |
| Perf/Watt | 134.6+73% | 77.9 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce RTX 4070 launched at $599 MSRP and currently averages $550, while the GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER launched at $699 and now averages $280. The GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER costs 49.1% less ($270 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 48.9 (GeForce RTX 4070) vs 69.5 (GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER) — the GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER offers 42.1% better value. The GeForce RTX 4070 is the newer GPU (2023 vs 2019).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 | GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $599-14% | $699 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $550 | $280-49% |
| Performance per Dollar | 48.9 | 69.5+42% |
| Codename | AD104 | TU104 |
| Release | April 12 2023 | July 23 2019 |
| Ranking | #32 | #86 |
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