GeForce RTX 3080vsGeForce RTX 5080
The GeForce RTX 3080 is a high-end graphics card for gamers and creators who need strong 4K performance without breaking the bank, while the GeForce RTX 5080 is a top-tier card for enthusiasts chasing the absolute best frame rates and future-proof features.
GeForce RTX 3080
Ampere · TSMC 8 nm · 2020
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GeForce RTX 5080
Blackwell 2.0 · TSMC 5 nm · 2025
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Overall Performance Score
A unified score from combined synthetic and real-world benchmarks. 100 represents the fastest consumer GPU available.
Side-by-Side Specs
Every detail compared. Highlighted cells indicate the leading value for that metric.
Which should you buy?
The GeForce RTX 5080 wins overall with much faster performance and more memory for modern gaming.
Budget buyers should pick the GeForce RTX 3080 if found used at a good price, as it still handles today's games well.
The GeForce RTX 3080 is the right choice for someone building a capable 1440p gaming PC without needing the latest hardware.
Frequently asked questions
Is the RTX 3080 better than the RTX 5080?
Overall the RTX 5080 is the stronger graphics card: it ranks higher in our aggregate performance score (86 vs 60 out of 100), so it leads the RTX 3080 in most workloads.
How much faster is the RTX 5080 than the RTX 3080?
Based on our aggregated benchmark scores the RTX 5080 is roughly 43% faster than the RTX 3080 overall. The real-world gap varies by game, resolution and settings.
Which should you buy, the RTX 3080 or the RTX 5080?
If you want the most performance, pick the RTX 5080. If the RTX 3080 is meaningfully cheaper where you shop, it can be the better value for similar real-world results — check current prices and the full spec comparison above before deciding.