GPU Comparison
Select up to 2 GPUs to analyze their pricing, performance, and specifications side-by-side.
Market Value Leader
It's a tight race! Both the GeForce RTX 5080 and the GeForce RTX 5070 Ti offer nearly identical market value.
The GeForce RTX 5080 is significantly faster than the GeForce RTX 5070 Ti, leading by roughly 22% in our performance index. It is also the stronger value pick here, so it's the easy recommendation if your budget allows.
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GeForce RTX 5080 vs GeForce RTX 5070 Ti: In-Depth Breakdown
Performance: GeForce RTX 5080 vs GeForce RTX 5070 Ti
The GeForce RTX 5080 is significantly faster, around 22% ahead of the GeForce RTX 5070 Ti. That gap is enough to move it up a tier: the GeForce RTX 5080 is comfortable at 4K and high-refresh 1440p, while the GeForce RTX 5070 Ti is better matched to 4K with upscaling and native 1440p. The GeForce RTX 5080 packs 10,752 CUDA cores versus 8,960 on the GeForce RTX 5070 Ti. The GeForce RTX 5080 also has more RT cores (84 vs 70) and more AI cores (336 vs 280), strengthening its ray-tracing and AI-upscaling performance.
Price & Value
Right now the GeForce RTX 5070 Ti starts at $1,238 CAD against $1,500 CAD for the GeForce RTX 5080. Because it's both faster and competitively priced, the GeForce RTX 5080 wins on performance-per-dollar. The GeForce RTX 5070 Ti still sits about $489 CAD above its $749 CAD MSRP. The GeForce RTX 5080 still sits about $501 CAD above its $999 CAD MSRP.
Power & Efficiency
The GeForce RTX 5070 Ti pulls less power (300W vs 360W), so it's the easier card to cool and the lighter load on your PSU. The faster GeForce RTX 5080 draws more overall but extracts more performance from each watt — plan for a sturdier power supply if you pick it.
Which should you buy: GeForce RTX 5070 Ti or GeForce RTX 5080?
The GeForce RTX 5080 is the all-round winner here — it's faster and the better value, so buy it if it fits your budget. Only consider the GeForce RTX 5070 Ti if you find it at a steep discount.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the GeForce RTX 5080 better than the GeForce RTX 5070 Ti?
Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce RTX 5070 Ti or the GeForce RTX 5080?
Is the GeForce RTX 5080 worth the extra $262 CAD over the GeForce RTX 5070 Ti?
Which is better for ray tracing, the GeForce RTX 5080 or the GeForce RTX 5070 Ti?
Technical Specifications Comparison
Architecture & Cores
| Specification | GeForce RTX 5070 Ti | GeForce RTX 5080 |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Blackwell | Blackwell |
| Process Node | TSMC 4N | TSMC 4N |
| CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores) | 8,960 | 10,752✓ |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 70 | 84✓ |
| Tensor / AI Cores | 280 | 336✓ |
Clock Speeds
| Specification | GeForce RTX 5070 Ti | GeForce RTX 5080 |
|---|---|---|
| Base Clock | 2,300 MHz✓ | 2,295 MHz |
| Boost Clock | 2,452 MHz | 2,617 MHz✓ |
Memory
| Specification | GeForce RTX 5070 Ti | GeForce RTX 5080 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR7 | GDDR7 |
| Memory Bus | 256-bit | 256-bit |
| Memory Speed | 28 Gbps | 30 Gbps✓ |
| Bandwidth | 896 GB/s | 960 GB/s✓ |
Connectivity & Power
| Specification | GeForce RTX 5070 Ti | GeForce RTX 5080 |
|---|---|---|
| Interface | PCIe 5.0 x16 | PCIe 5.0 x16 |
| TDP | 300 W✓ | 360 W |
| Power Connectors | 1x 16-pin | 1x 16-pin |
| Released | Feb 2025 | Jan 2025 |
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