RTX 5880 Ada Generation vs GeForce RTX 3080 12GB
RTX 5880 Ada Generation
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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 RTX 5880 Ada Generation
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 3080 12GB
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 3080 12GB is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 5.9% higher G3D Mark score. However, the RTX 5880 Ada Generation offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | RTX 5880 Ada Generation | GeForce RTX 3080 12GB |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-5.9%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+5.9%) |
| Longevity | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) / 5nm) | 🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (48 GB) | 🎮 High Capacity (12 GB) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (267mm) | Standard Size (285mm) |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 3080 12GB offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $500 versus $6,000 for the RTX 5880 Ada Generation, it costs 92% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 1170.4% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | RTX 5880 Ada Generation | GeForce RTX 3080 12GB |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+1170.4%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($6,000) | ✅More affordable ($500) |
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 5880 Ada Generation and GeForce RTX 3080 12GB
RTX 5880 Ada Generation
The RTX 5880 Ada Generation is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 5 2024. It features the Ada Lovelace architecture. The core clock ranges from 975 MHz to 2460 MHz. It has 14080 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 285W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 110 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 25,096 points.
GeForce RTX 3080 12GB
The GeForce RTX 3080 12GB is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 11 2022. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1260 MHz to 1710 MHz. It has 8960 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 350W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 70 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 26,569 points. Launch price was $799.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the RTX 5880 Ada Generation scores 25,096 versus the GeForce RTX 3080 12GB's 26,569 — the GeForce RTX 3080 12GB leads by 5.9%. The RTX 5880 Ada Generation is built on Ada Lovelace while the GeForce RTX 3080 12GB uses Ampere, both on 5 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 14,080 (RTX 5880 Ada Generation) vs 8,960 (GeForce RTX 3080 12GB). Raw compute: 69.27 TFLOPS (RTX 5880 Ada Generation) vs 30.64 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3080 12GB). Boost clocks: 2460 MHz vs 1710 MHz. Ray tracing: 110 RT cores (RTX 5880 Ada Generation) vs 70 (GeForce RTX 3080 12GB) with 440 Tensor cores vs 280.
| Feature | RTX 5880 Ada Generation | GeForce RTX 3080 12GB |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 25,096 | 26,569+6% |
| Architecture | Ada Lovelace | Ampere |
| Process Node | 5 nm | 8 nm |
| Shading Units | 14080+57% | 8960 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 69.27 TFLOPS+126% | 30.64 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 2460 MHz+44% | 1710 MHz |
| ROPs | 176+83% | 96 |
| TMUs | 440+57% | 280 |
| L1 Cache | 13.8 MB+57% | 8.8 MB |
| L2 Cache | 72 MB+1100% | 6 MB |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 110+57% | 70 |
| Tensor Cores | 440+57% | 280 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | RTX 5880 Ada Generation | GeForce RTX 3080 12GB |
|---|---|---|
| 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 RTX 5880 Ada Generation comes with 48 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 3080 12GB has 12 GB. The RTX 5880 Ada Generation offers 300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 768 GB/s (RTX 5880 Ada Generation) vs 912 GB/s (GeForce RTX 3080 12GB) — a 18.8% advantage for the GeForce RTX 3080 12GB. Bus width: 384-bit vs 384-bit. L2 Cache: 72 MB (RTX 5880 Ada Generation) vs 6 MB (GeForce RTX 3080 12GB) — the RTX 5880 Ada Generation has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | RTX 5880 Ada Generation | GeForce RTX 3080 12GB |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 48 GB+300% | 12 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6X |
| Memory Bandwidth | 768 GB/s | 912 GB/s+19% |
| Bus Width | 384-bit | 384-bit |
| L2 Cache | 72 MB+1100% | 6 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (RTX 5880 Ada Generation) vs 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 3080 12GB). Vulkan: 1.4 vs 1.4. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | RTX 5880 Ada Generation | GeForce RTX 3080 12GB |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 Ultimate | 12 Ultimate |
| Vulkan | 1.4 | 1.4 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC 8th gen (RTX 5880 Ada Generation) vs NVENC 7th gen (GeForce RTX 3080 12GB). Decoder: NVDEC 5th gen vs NVDEC 5th gen. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,VC-1,H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP8,VP9 (RTX 5880 Ada Generation) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1 (GeForce RTX 3080 12GB).
| Feature | RTX 5880 Ada Generation | GeForce RTX 3080 12GB |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 8th gen | NVENC 7th gen |
| Decoder | NVDEC 5th gen | NVDEC 5th gen |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,VC-1,H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1,VP8,VP9 | H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1 |
Power & Dimensions
The RTX 5880 Ada Generation draws 285W versus the GeForce RTX 3080 12GB's 350W — a 20.5% difference. The RTX 5880 Ada Generation is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 650W (RTX 5880 Ada Generation) vs 750W (GeForce RTX 3080 12GB). Power connectors: 16-pin vs 2x 8-pin. Card length: 267mm vs 285mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 80°C vs 80°C.
| Feature | RTX 5880 Ada Generation | GeForce RTX 3080 12GB |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 285W-19% | 350W |
| Recommended PSU | 650W-13% | 750W |
| Power Connector | 16-pin | 2x 8-pin |
| Length | 267mm | 285mm |
| Height | 112mm | 112mm |
| Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 80°C | 80°C |
| Perf/Watt | 88.1+16% | 75.9 |
Value Analysis
The RTX 5880 Ada Generation launched at $6000 MSRP and currently averages $6000, while the GeForce RTX 3080 12GB launched at $1250 and now averages $500. The GeForce RTX 3080 12GB costs 91.7% less ($5500 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 4.2 (RTX 5880 Ada Generation) vs 53.1 (GeForce RTX 3080 12GB) — the GeForce RTX 3080 12GB offers 1164.3% better value. The RTX 5880 Ada Generation is the newer GPU (2024 vs 2022).
| Feature | RTX 5880 Ada Generation | GeForce RTX 3080 12GB |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $6000 | $1250-79% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $6000 | $500-92% |
| Performance per Dollar | 4.2 | 53.1+1164% |
| Codename | AD102 | GA102 |
| Release | January 5 2024 | January 11 2022 |
| Ranking | #40 | #38 |
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