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RTX 3080 vs RTX 3070

The RTX 3080 is about 27% faster than the RTX 3070 in games. In 8 popular games at 1080p (High settings), the RTX 3080 averages about 206 FPS and the RTX 3070 about 163 FPS.

NVIDIARTX 3080310 performance score10 GB · Ampere27% faster
NVIDIARTX 3070245 performance score8 GB · Ampere

RTX 3080 vs RTX 3070: FPS in games

Estimated average FPS at 1080p, High settings, with a fast processor so only the graphics cards differ.

RTX 3080RTX 3070
Cyberpunk 2077
127
101
Counter-Strike 2
477
377
Call of Duty®
175
138
Forza Horizon 5
183
144
Red Dead Redemption 2
135
107
Marvel Rivals
119
94
Apex Legends™
270
214
Baldur's Gate 3
159
126

1080p vs 1440p vs 4K

Average estimated FPS on High settings in the same games.

ResolutionRTX 3080RTX 3070
1080p206 FPS163 FPS
1440p140 FPS110 FPS
4K86 FPS68 FPS

Can they run the new games?

How each graphics card compares with the official graphics card requirements of new PC games.

GameRTX 3080RTX 3070
Resident Evil RequiemAbove recommendedMeets recommended
Forza Horizon 6Above recommendedAbove recommended
Gears of War: E-DayMeets recommendedMeets recommended
Crimson DesertMeets recommendedMeets recommended
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4Meets recommendedMeets recommended
Phantom Blade ZeroMeets recommendedMeets recommended

Specs

RTX 3080RTX 3070
Performance score310 ✓245
Video memory (VRAM)10 GB ✓8 GB
Memory typeGDDR6XGDDR6
Power (board)320 W220 W ✓
ArchitectureAmpereAmpere
Ray tracingYesYes
UpscalingDLSS (no Frame Generation)DLSS (no Frame Generation)
Released20202020
Typical price (US)$410$270

Official specs from NVIDIA, AMD and Intel. Performance score: GTX 1060 6GB = 100. Prices: the cheaper of the usual new price and the typical used (eBay) price, October 2026. They change every week.

Which one should you buy?

  • The RTX 3080 has more video memory (10 GB vs 8 GB). That helps at 1440p, with Ultra textures and in big new games.
  • The RTX 3070 uses about 100 W less power, so it runs cooler and needs a smaller power supply.
  • For the money, the RTX 3070 gives about 20% more performance per dollar (about $410 vs $270).
Buy the RTX 3080 if…
  • you want the most FPS (27% faster)
  • you play at 1440p or with Ultra textures (more VRAM)
Buy the RTX 3070 if…
  • you want the best value for your money
  • you have a small power supply or a compact case

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FAQ

Is the RTX 3080 better than the RTX 3070?

Yes. The RTX 3080 is about 27% faster in games. In our 8 test games at 1080p (High settings) it averages about 206 FPS vs 163 FPS.

Is it worth upgrading from the RTX 3070 to the RTX 3080?

It is a noticeable upgrade (about 27% faster), worth it if you can sell your RTX 3070 or find a good price.

Which is better for 1440p, the RTX 3080 or the RTX 3070?

At 1440p High, our estimate is about 140 FPS for the RTX 3080 and 110 FPS for the RTX 3070 on average in recent games. More VRAM also helps at 1440p: RTX 3080 10 GB, RTX 3070 8 GB.

How are these numbers calculated?

Every graphics card has a gaming performance score (GTX 1060 6GB = 100) based on published benchmark averages. FPS come from the same model as our FPS Estimator, with a fast processor so only the graphics cards differ. They are estimates, not benchmarks.

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How we compare: scores are gaming performance averages from published benchmarks (TechPowerUp, Tom's Hardware and others), and FPS come from the same model as our FPS Estimator, calibrated on benchmark results. They are estimates for typical gameplay, not our own lab tests. Updated October 2026. See our editorial standards.