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GeForce RTX 5080 vs GeForce RTX 4080 Super: specs comparison
GeForce RTX 5080 came out in 2025 on the Blackwell architecture, GeForce RTX 4080 Super in 2024 on Ada Lovelace. GeForce RTX 5080 has 16 GB of GDDR7 on a 256-bit bus (960 GB/s), GeForce RTX 4080 Super has 16 GB of GDDR6X on a 256-bit bus (736 GB/s). Power draw: 360 W vs 320 W. Recommended PSU: 850 W for GeForce RTX 5080 and 750 W for GeForce RTX 4080 Super.
In short. The table below is built from the official spec sheets. Green marks the best value in a row, and under the table you will see which resolutions the VRAM is enough for. This is not an FPS benchmark.
| Spec | GeForce RTX 5080 16 GB GDDR7 · 2025 Spec sheet → | GeForce RTX 4080 Super 16 GB GDDR6X · 2024 Spec sheet → |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Desktop | Desktop |
| Release year | 2025 | 2024 |
| Architecture | Blackwell | Ada Lovelace |
| Shader cores | 10,752 | 10,240 |
| Boost clock MHz | 2,617MHz | 2,550MHz |
| VRAM GB | 16GB | 16GB |
| Memory type | GDDR7 | GDDR6X |
| Memory bus bit | 256bit | 256bit |
| Memory bandwidth GB/s | 960GB/s | 736GB/s |
| Power draw (TDP) W | 360W | 320W |
| Power connectors | 16-pin (12V-2×6) | 16-pin (12V-2×6) |
| Recommended PSU W | 850W | 750W |
Which is better for 1080p, 1440p and 4K
- 1080pEnough VRAM on both: GeForce RTX 5080, GeForce RTX 4080 Super. Higher memory bandwidth: GeForce RTX 5080 (960 GB/s)
- 1440pEnough VRAM on both: GeForce RTX 5080, GeForce RTX 4080 Super. Higher memory bandwidth: GeForce RTX 5080 (960 GB/s)
- 4KEnough VRAM on both: GeForce RTX 5080, GeForce RTX 4080 Super. Higher memory bandwidth: GeForce RTX 5080 (960 GB/s)
Based on actual specs: 8 GB of VRAM or more for 1080p, 12 GB for 1440p and 16 GB for 4K at high settings in new games. This is not an FPS benchmark: we don’t show scores we can’t back with a source.
How to use it
- Compare VRAM and memory bandwidth — they matter most at high resolutions.
- Check TDP, connectors and the recommended PSU: will your power supply cope.
- Look at the “Which is better for 1080p, 1440p and 4K” block.
- To add a third card, press “Change models or add a third”.
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Where the data comes from
Specs follow the official vendor spec sheets: GeForce RTX 5080, GeForce RTX 4080 Super. Reference designs; partner cards may have different clocks, TDP and connectors.
FAQ
Which is better — RTX 5080 or RTX 4080 Super?
It depends on resolution and budget. By VRAM: 1080p: Enough VRAM on both: GeForce RTX 5080, GeForce RTX 4080 Super. Higher memory bandwidth: GeForce RTX 5080 (960 GB/s). 1440p: Enough VRAM on both: GeForce RTX 5080, GeForce RTX 4080 Super. Higher memory bandwidth: GeForce RTX 5080 (960 GB/s). 4K: Enough VRAM on both: GeForce RTX 5080, GeForce RTX 4080 Super. Higher memory bandwidth: GeForce RTX 5080 (960 GB/s). There are no FPS benchmarks in the table — check tests in the specific games you play.
How much VRAM do RTX 5080 and RTX 4080 Super have?
RTX 5080 has 16 GB of GDDR7 with 960 GB/s of bandwidth, RTX 4080 Super has 16 GB of GDDR6X and 736 GB/s.
What PSU do RTX 5080 and RTX 4080 Super need?
The vendors recommend a 850 W power supply for RTX 5080 and 750 W for RTX 4080 Super. Power connectors: RTX 5080 — 16-pin (12V-2×6), RTX 4080 Super — 16-pin (12V-2×6).
Which card is more power-efficient — RTX 5080 or RTX 4080 Super?
Per the spec sheet, RTX 5080 draws 360 W and RTX 4080 Super draws 320 W. Lower TDP means easier cooling and a smaller PSU.
Can I add a third graphics card?
Yes. Open the interactive comparison — the pair is already selected, you can add two more models and share the link.
Where do the specs come from?
From the official NVIDIA, AMD and Intel spec sheets — each model in the table header links to its vendor page. Bandwidth is calculated as “memory speed × bus width / 8”.
Not sure which to pick? Open our best graphics cards 2026 ranking (in Russian) — the editors explain which card to buy for 1080p, 1440p and 4K and for different budgets.