GeForce RTX 4080vsRadeon RX 9070 XT
The GeForce RTX 4080 is built for enthusiasts who want top-tier ray tracing and advanced features, while the Radeon RX 9070 XT targets gamers looking for strong raw performance at a more approachable price.
GeForce RTX 4080
Ada Lovelace · TSMC 5 nm · 2022
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Radeon RX 9070 XT
RDNA 4.0 · TSMC 4 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 4080 wins overall with noticeably better performance for demanding gamers and creators.
The Radeon RX 9070 XT is the smarter pick for budget buyers seeking solid 1440p performance without overspending.
The Radeon RX 9070 XT is the right choice if you primarily play older or less demanding titles and want to save money.
Frequently asked questions
Is the RTX 4080 better than the RX 9070 XT?
Overall the RTX 4080 is the stronger graphics card: it ranks higher in our aggregate performance score (83 vs 65 out of 100), so it leads the RX 9070 XT in most workloads.
How much faster is the RTX 4080 than the RX 9070 XT?
Based on our aggregated benchmark scores the RTX 4080 is roughly 28% faster than the RX 9070 XT overall. The real-world gap varies by game, resolution and settings.
Which should you buy, the RTX 4080 or the RX 9070 XT?
If you want the most performance, pick the RTX 4080. If the RX 9070 XT 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.