RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell vs GeForce RTX 3080
RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell
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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 PRO 4000 Blackwell
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 3080
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 5.7% higher G3D Mark score and 140% more VRAM (24 GB vs 10 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce RTX 3080.
| Insight | RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell | GeForce RTX 3080 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+5.7%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-5.7%) |
| Longevity | 🏆Elite Architecture (Blackwell 2.0 (2025−2026) / 5nm) | 🔮Strong Longevity (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (24 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 $1,700 for the RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell, it costs 76% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 302.1% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell | GeForce RTX 3080 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+302.1%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($1,700) | ✅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 PRO 4000 Blackwell and GeForce RTX 3080
RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell
The RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 18 2025. It features the Blackwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1230 MHz to 2055 MHz. It has 8960 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 140W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 70 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 26,498 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
In G3D Mark, the RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell scores 26,498 versus the GeForce RTX 3080's 25,071 — the RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell leads by 5.7%. The RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell is built on Blackwell 2.0 while the GeForce RTX 3080 uses Ampere, both on 5 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 8,960 (RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell) vs 8,704 (GeForce RTX 3080). Raw compute: 36.83 TFLOPS (RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell) vs 29.77 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 3080). Boost clocks: 2055 MHz vs 1710 MHz. Ray tracing: 70 RT cores (RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell) vs 68 (GeForce RTX 3080) with 280 Tensor cores vs 272.
| Feature | RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell | GeForce RTX 3080 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 26,498+6% | 25,071 |
| Architecture | Blackwell 2.0 | Ampere |
| Process Node | 5 nm | 8 nm |
| Shading Units | 8960+3% | 8704 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 36.83 TFLOPS+24% | 29.77 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 2055 MHz+20% | 1710 MHz |
| ROPs | 96 | 96 |
| TMUs | 280+3% | 272 |
| L1 Cache | 8.8 MB+4% | 8.5 MB |
| L2 Cache | 48 MB+860% | 5 MB |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 70+3% | 68 |
| Tensor Cores | 280+3% | 272 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell | GeForce RTX 3080 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 PRO 4000 Blackwell comes with 24 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 3080 has 10 GB. The RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell offers 140% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 432 GB/s (RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell) vs 760 GB/s (GeForce RTX 3080) — a 75.9% advantage for the GeForce RTX 3080. Bus width: 192-bit vs 320-bit. L2 Cache: 48 MB (RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell) vs 5 MB (GeForce RTX 3080) — the RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell | GeForce RTX 3080 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 24 GB+140% | 10 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6X |
| Memory Bandwidth | 432 GB/s | 760 GB/s+76% |
| Bus Width | 192-bit | 320-bit+67% |
| L2 Cache | 48 MB+860% | 5 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12.2 (RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell) vs 12 Ultimate (12_2) (GeForce RTX 3080). Vulkan: 1.4 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell | GeForce RTX 3080 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12.2+2% | 12 Ultimate (12_2) |
| Vulkan | 1.4+8% | 1.3 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: 9th Gen NVENC (2x) (RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell) vs NVENC (Ampere) (GeForce RTX 3080). Decoder: 6th Gen NVDEC vs NVDEC (Ampere). Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell) vs H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1 (GeForce RTX 3080).
| Feature | RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell | GeForce RTX 3080 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | 9th Gen NVENC (2x) | NVENC (Ampere) |
| Decoder | 6th Gen NVDEC | NVDEC (Ampere) |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 | H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1 |
Power & Dimensions
The RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell draws 140W versus the GeForce RTX 3080's 320W — a 78.3% difference. The RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 650W (RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell) vs 750W (GeForce RTX 3080). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 2x 8-pin. Card length: 267mm vs 285mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 80°C vs 75.
| Feature | RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell | GeForce RTX 3080 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 140W-56% | 320W |
| Recommended PSU | 650W-13% | 750W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | 2x 8-pin |
| Length | 267mm | 285mm |
| Height | 111mm | 112mm |
| Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 80°C | 75-6% |
| Perf/Watt | 189.3+142% | 78.3 |
Value Analysis
The RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell launched at $1999 MSRP and currently averages $1700, while the GeForce RTX 3080 launched at $699 and now averages $400. The GeForce RTX 3080 costs 76.5% less ($1300 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 15.6 (RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell) vs 62.7 (GeForce RTX 3080) — the GeForce RTX 3080 offers 301.9% better value. The RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell is the newer GPU (2025 vs 2020).
| Feature | RTX PRO 4000 Blackwell | GeForce RTX 3080 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1999 | $699-65% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $1700 | $400-76% |
| Performance per Dollar | 15.6 | 62.7+302% |
| Codename | GB203 | GA102 |
| Release | March 18 2025 | September 1 2020 |
| Ranking | #48 | #41 |
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