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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080

Graphics Processor

TU104

Cores

2944

TMUs

184

ROPs

64

About the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 leverages NVIDIA's advanced GPU architecture to deliver high-performance computing capabilities. With 8 GB of memory size, 2944 cores, 256 bit bus width, this graphics card is engineered for demanding applications.

Performance benchmarks show the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 competing effectively against both higher-end and mainstream alternatives. The graphics processor, graphics card, clock speeds, memory, render config, theoretical performance, board design, graphics features features enhance overall system efficiency and reliability.

Key specifications include TU104 graphics processor, 2944 cores, 184 tmus and more. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 is designed to meet the needs of users requiring robust graphics performance for modern applications and workloads.

Technical Specifications

Graphics Processor

TU104

Cores

2944

TMUs

184

ROPs

64

Memory Size

8 GB

Memory Type

GDDR6

Bus Width

256 bit

Detailed Information

Graphics Processor

GPU NameTU104
GPU VariantTU104-400A-A1
ArchitectureTuring
FoundryTSMC
Process Size12 nm
Transistors13,600 million
Density25.0M / mm²
Die Size545 mm²
Chip PackageBGA-2228

Graphics Card

Release DateSep 20th, 2018
GenerationGeForce 20
PredecessorGeForce 10
SuccessorGeForce 30
ProductionActive
Launch Price699 USD
Current PriceAmazon/Newegg
Bus InterfacePCIe 3.0 x16
Reviews66 in our database

Clock Speeds

Base Clock1515 MHz
Boost Clock1710 MHz
Memory Clock1750 MHz14 Gbps effective

Memory

Memory Size8 GB
Memory TypeGDDR6
Memory Bus256 bit
Bandwidth448.0 GB/s

Render Config

Shading Units2944
TMUs184
ROPs64
SM Count46
Tensor Cores368
RT Cores46
L1 Cache64 KB (per SM)
L2 Cache4 MB

Theoretical Performance

Pixel Rate109.4 GPixel/s
Texture Rate314.6 GTexel/s
FP16 (half)20.14 TFLOPS (2:1)
FP32 (float)10.07 TFLOPS
FP64 (double)314.6 GFLOPS (1:32)

Board Design

Slot WidthDual-slot
Length267 mm10.5 inches
Height116 mm4.6 inches
Width35 mm1.4 inches
TDP215 W
Suggested PSU550 W
Outputs1x HDMI 2.03x DisplayPort 1.4a1x USB Type-C
Power Connectors1x 6-pin + 1x 8-pin
Board NumberPG180 SKU 2

Graphics Features

DirectX12 Ultimate (12_2)
OpenGL4.6
OpenCL3.0
Vulkan1.3
CUDA7.5
Shader Model6.8

Performance Comparison

Relative Performance Benchmarks

GeForce RTX 5090424%
GeForce RTX 4090324%
GeForce RTX 5080280%
GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER250%
GeForce RTX 4080248%
Radeon RX 7900 XTX247%
GeForce RTX 5070 Ti244%
Radeon RX 9070 XT233%
Radeon RX 7900 XT213%
GeForce RTX 3090 Ti209%
GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER209%
Radeon RX 9070209%
GeForce RTX 4070 Ti191%
GeForce RTX 5070189%
GeForce RTX 3090187%
GeForce RTX 3080 Ti184%
GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER178%
Radeon RX 7900 GRE175%
Radeon RX 6950 XT173%
GeForce RTX 4070170%
Radeon RX 6900 XT169%
GeForce RTX 3080166%
Radeon RX 7800 XT165%
Radeon RX 6800 XT159%
GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16 GB148%
GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 8 GB147%
Radeon RX 7700 XT145%
Radeon RX 9060 XT 16 GB141%
GeForce RTX 3070 Ti140%
Radeon RX 6800136%
Radeon RX 9060 XT 8 GB133%
GeForce RTX 3070131%
GeForce RTX 2080 Ti130%
GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8 GB130%
GeForce RTX 5060128%
Radeon RX 6750 XT124%
GeForce RTX 3060 Ti115%
Radeon RX 6700 XT113%
GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER105%
Radeon RX 7600 XT104%
GeForce RTX 4060104%
Arc B580103%
GeForce RTX 5050101%
GeForce RTX 2080Current GPU100%
Radeon RX 6650 XT98%
Radeon RX 760098%
GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER93%
GeForce GTX 1080 Ti92%
Arc A77092%
GeForce RTX 3060 12 GB89%
Radeon RX 6600 XT87%
Radeon VII87%
Arc A75085%
Radeon RX 5700 XT83%
GeForce RTX 207082%
Radeon RX 660078%
Arc A58076%
GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER76%
Radeon RX Vega 6473%
GeForce RTX 206071%
Radeon RX 570070%
GeForce GTX 108069%
GeForce GTX 1070 Ti68%
Radeon RX 5600 XT67%
Radeon RX Vega 5664%
GeForce GTX 107061%
GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER58%
GeForce GTX 1660 Ti58%
GeForce GTX 980 Ti55%
GeForce RTX 3050 8 GB55%
Radeon R9 FURY X54%
GeForce GTX 166053%
Radeon RX 59050%
Radeon R9 FURY49%
GeForce GTX 98049%
GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER48%
Radeon RX 6500 XT47%
Radeon RX 5500 XT47%
Radeon RX 58047%
GeForce GTX 1060 6 GB46%
Radeon R9 390X45%
GeForce GTX 69044%
Radeon RX 48044%
Radeon HD 799044%
GeForce GTX 780 Ti43%
GeForce GTX 97042%
Radeon R9 290X42%
Radeon R9 39041%
Radeon RX 57041%
Radeon R9 29038%
Radeon RX 47038%
GeForce GTX 165036%
Radeon RX 640035%
Arc A38035%
GeForce GTX 78034%
Radeon HD 7970 GHz Edition31%
GeForce GTX 59031%
Radeon R9 280X31%
Radeon HD 699030%
GeForce GTX 1050 Ti29%
GeForce GTX 68028%
Radeon R9 38028%
Radeon HD 797028%
GeForce GTX 77028%
Radeon R9 28527%
GeForce GTX 96026%
GeForce GTX 67026%
Radeon HD 597023%
GeForce GTX 163023%
Radeon HD 795023%
GeForce GTX 105023%
GeForce GTX 76023%
GeForce GTX 58023%
GeForce GTX 660 Ti23%
Radeon R9 270X22%
Radeon HD 7870 GHz Edition22%
GeForce GTX 95022%
Radeon RX 56020%
GeForce GTX 57020%
GeForce GTX 66020%
Radeon RX 46020%
Radeon R7 37020%
Radeon HD 697019%
GeForce GTX 48018%
Radeon HD 785018%
GeForce GTX 29518%
Radeon HD 695017%
GeForce GTX 750 Ti17%
Radeon HD 4870 X217%
GeForce GTX 560 Ti17%
Radeon HD 587016%
Radeon HD 687015%
GeForce GTX 47015%
GeForce GTX 650 Ti14%
Radeon HD 585014%
GeForce GTX 28513%
Radeon HD 685012%
GeForce GTX 28012%
Radeon HD 7770 GHz Edition12%
GeForce GTX 27512%
GeForce GT 103012%
GeForce GTX 46011%
Radeon HD 489011%
Radeon HD 679011%
Radeon HD 583010%
GeForce GTX 65010%
GeForce GTX 550 Ti10%
Radeon HD 48709%
GeForce GTX 2609%
Radeon HD 57709%
Radeon HD 77509%
Radeon HD 57508%
GeForce GTS 4508%
GeForce GTS 2507%
Radeon HD 48507%
Radeon HD 47707%
Radeon HD 48307%
Radeon HD 66706%
GeForce 9800 GT6%
GeForce GT 6406%
Radeon HD 56705%
GeForce 9600 GT5%
GeForce GT 2404%
GeForce GT 4404%
Radeon HD 46704%
Radeon HD 55704%
GeForce GT 4304%
GeForce GT 2203%
GeForce GT 5202%
Radeon HD 64502%
Radeon HD 54502%
Radeon HD 45501%
GeForce 9400 GT1%
GeForce 2101%
GeForce RTX 2080Current GPU100%
GeForce RTX 2080Current GPU100%

Frequently Asked Questions About the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080

Common Questions About This Graphics Card

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 features 8 GB of GDDR6 graphics memory. This 8 GB VRAM capacity provides ample memory for modern gaming and professional applications, allowing for high-resolution textures and smooth performance in demanding workloads. The generous memory allocation ensures excellent performance in memory-intensive tasks like 4K gaming, video editing, and 3D rendering.

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 is equipped with 2944 cores, delivering powerful parallel processing capabilities. These cores handle complex graphics computations, enabling smooth gameplay, fast rendering, and efficient multitasking across various applications.

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 utilizes a 256 bit memory interface, which determines the data transfer rate between the GPU and its memory. This 256 bit bus width, combined with GDDR6, ensures fast memory access and excellent performance in memory-intensive applications.

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 is built on NVIDIA's Turing architecture. This architecture represents a significant advancement in graphics processing technology, offering improved performance per watt, enhanced features, and better support for modern gaming technologies and APIs.

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 has a Thermal Design Power (TDP) of 215 W, which indicates its typical power consumption under load. This power requirement means you'll need a compatible power supply unit with adequate wattage and the necessary PCIe power connectors to run this graphics card effectively.

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 delivers strong gaming performance suitable for modern titles at various resolutions. Performance benchmarks show it competing effectively in its class. With 8 GB and 2944, this graphics card can handle AAA games at 1080p and 1440p resolutions with high settings, while also supporting 4K gaming at adjusted quality settings depending on the title.

To use the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080, you'll need a compatible motherboard with a PCIe x16 slot (PCIe 3.0 or 4.0), a power supply unit with sufficient wattage (recommended 215 W TDP or higher), and adequate case space for the graphics card. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 is compatible with modern operating systems including Windows 10/11 and Linux distributions with proper drivers. Ensure your system meets the minimum requirements for optimal performance.

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 is an excellent choice for gaming, content creation, and general graphics workloads. With 8 GB and 2944, it's well-suited for real-time ray tracing, DLSS technology, video editing, 3D rendering, and multitasking. Whether you're building a gaming rig or a professional workstation, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 offers the performance needed for demanding applications.

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 performs comparably to graphics cards like GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER and Radeon RX 7600 XT. Performance benchmarks indicate that GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER is approximately 5% faster, while Radeon RX 7600 XT is approximately 4% faster when compared to the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080. For detailed side-by-side specifications and performance comparisons, use our comparison tools available on this page.

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 is fully supported by NVIDIA's latest driver suite (NVIDIA Game Ready and Studio drivers), which are regularly updated to optimize performance for new game releases and improve stability. NVIDIA provides comprehensive driver support with features like automatic updates, game optimizations, and performance monitoring tools to help you get the most out of your NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 graphics card.

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