GeForce RTX 4070 vs GeForce RTX 2080 Super Mobile
GeForce RTX 4070
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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 GeForce RTX 2080 Super Mobile
Why is GeForce RTX 4070 better than GeForce RTX 2080 Super Mobile?
The matchup between the legacy mobile GeForce RTX 2080 Super Mobile and the modern high-end GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER highlights a massive bridge in performance between top-tier laptop hardware of 2020 and elite desktop muscle of today. The RTX 4070 Ti SUPER is roughly 300-400% faster, representing the jump from a mobile flagship into a component that can master 4K Ultra and professional path-tracing.
Technically, the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER features 16GB of fast GDDR6X memory and specialized Ada Lovelace hardware for Frame Generation and 4th Gen Tensor Cores. The mobile 2080 Super is limited by 8GB of VRAM and the power constraints of a portable device. Moving to a desktop high-end card like the 70-series Ti SUPER provides a level of immersion and smoothness that mobile chips simply cannot match, especially in modern AAA titles with advanced Ray Tracing.
The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER is the undisputed winner in this comparison. it provides the speed and features needed for a world-class PC experience and professional rendering in 2026. The GeForce RTX 2080 Super Mobile remains a respectable winner for those using older premium laptops, but it is now outclassed by even mid-range modern desktop parts. For any enthusiast looking for a truly transformative upgrade that will handle the next several years of gaming, the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER is the superior and definitive 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 Mobile.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 4070 | GeForce RTX 2080 Super Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+38.3%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-38.3%) |
| Longevity | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) / 5nm) | 🔮Strong Longevity (Turing / 12nm) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (12 GB) | 🎮 High Capacity (8 GB) |
| Efficiency | Normal Efficiency | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (304mm) | — |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce RTX 4070 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 4070 and GeForce RTX 2080 Super Mobile
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 Mobile
The GeForce RTX 2080 Super Mobile is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in April 2 2020. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 1365 MHz to 1560 MHz. It has 3072 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. It features 48 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 19,468 points.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 4070 scores 26,919 versus the GeForce RTX 2080 Super Mobile's 19,468 — the GeForce RTX 4070 leads by 38.3%. The GeForce RTX 4070 is built on Ada Lovelace while the GeForce RTX 2080 Super Mobile uses Turing, both on 5 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 5,888 (GeForce RTX 4070) vs 3,072 (GeForce RTX 2080 Super Mobile). Raw compute: 29.15 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4070) vs 9.585 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 2080 Super Mobile). Boost clocks: 2475 MHz vs 1560 MHz. Ray tracing: 46 RT cores (GeForce RTX 4070) vs 48 (GeForce RTX 2080 Super Mobile) with 184 Tensor cores vs 384.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 | GeForce RTX 2080 Super Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 26,919+38% | 19,468 |
| Architecture | Ada Lovelace | Turing |
| Process Node | 5 nm | 12 nm |
| Shading Units | 5888+92% | 3072 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 29.15 TFLOPS+204% | 9.585 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 2475 MHz+59% | 1560 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 Mobile 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 Mobile is capped at DLSS 2.0.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 | GeForce RTX 2080 Super Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Mobile 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 448 GB/s (GeForce RTX 2080 Super Mobile) — a 12.5% 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 Mobile) — the GeForce RTX 4070 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 | GeForce RTX 2080 Super Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 12 GB+50% | 8 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6X | GDDR6 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 504 GB/s+13% | 448 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 Mobile). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.2. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 1.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 | GeForce RTX 2080 Super Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12.2 | 12.1 |
| Vulkan | 1.3+8% | 1.2 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4+300% | 1 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: 8th Gen NVENC (2x) (GeForce RTX 4070) vs 6th Gen NVENC (GeForce RTX 2080 Super Mobile). 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 Mobile).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 | GeForce RTX 2080 Super Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Mobile's 150W — a 28.6% difference. The GeForce RTX 2080 Super Mobile is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 650W (GeForce RTX 4070) vs 650W (GeForce RTX 2080 Super Mobile). Power connectors: 8-pin vs Mobile. Card length: 304mm vs 0mm, occupying 3 vs 0 slots. Typical load temperature: 80°C vs 85°C.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 | GeForce RTX 2080 Super Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 200W | 150W-25% |
| Recommended PSU | 650W | 650W |
| Power Connector | 8-pin | Mobile |
| Length | 304mm | 0mm |
| Height | 137mm | 0mm |
| Slots | 3 | 0-100% |
| Temp (Load) | 80°C-6% | 85°C |
| Perf/Watt | 134.6+4% | 129.8 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce RTX 4070 is the newer GPU (2023 vs 2020).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4070 | GeForce RTX 2080 Super Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $599 | — |
| Avg Price (30d) | $550 | — |
| Codename | AD104 | TU104 |
| Release | April 12 2023 | April 2 2020 |
| Ranking | #32 | #144 |
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