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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080

Graphics Processor

GB203

Cores

10752

TMUs

336

ROPs

112

About the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 leverages NVIDIA's advanced GPU architecture to deliver high-performance computing capabilities. With 16 GB of memory size, 10752 cores, 256 bit bus width, this graphics card is engineered for demanding applications.

Performance benchmarks show the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 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 GB203 graphics processor, 10752 cores, 336 tmus and more. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 is designed to meet the needs of users requiring robust graphics performance for modern applications and workloads.

Technical Specifications

Graphics Processor

GB203

Cores

10752

TMUs

336

ROPs

112

Memory Size

16 GB

Memory Type

GDDR7

Bus Width

256 bit

Detailed Information

Graphics Processor

GPU NameGB203
GPU VariantGB203-400-A1
ArchitectureBlackwell 2.0
FoundryTSMC
Process Type4N FinFET
Process Size5 nm
Transistors45,600 million
Density120.6M / mm²
Die Size378 mm²

Graphics Card

Release DateJan 30th, 2025
AnnouncedJan 6th, 2025
GenerationGeForce 50
PredecessorGeForce 40
ProductionActive
Launch Price999 USD
Bus InterfacePCIe 5.0 x16
Reviews72 in our database

Clock Speeds

Base Clock2295 MHz
Boost Clock2617 MHz
Memory Clock1875 MHz30 Gbps effective

Memory

Memory Size16 GB
Memory TypeGDDR7
Memory Bus256 bit
Bandwidth960.0 GB/s

Render Config

Shading Units10752
TMUs336
ROPs112
SM Count84
Tensor Cores336
RT Cores84
L1 Cache128 KB (per SM)
L2 Cache64 MB

Theoretical Performance

Pixel Rate293.1 GPixel/s
Texture Rate879.3 GTexel/s
FP16 (half)56.28 TFLOPS (1:1)
FP32 (float)56.28 TFLOPS
FP64 (double)879.3 GFLOPS (1:64)

Board Design

Slot WidthDual-slot
Length304 mm12 inches
Height137 mm5.4 inches
Width40 mm1.6 inches
TDP360 W
Suggested PSU750 W
Outputs1x HDMI 2.1b3x DisplayPort 2.1b
Power Connectors1x 16-pin
Board NumberPG147 SKU 45

Graphics Features

DirectX12 Ultimate (12_2)
OpenGL4.6
OpenCL3.0
Vulkan1.4
CUDA12.0
Shader Model6.8

Performance Comparison

Relative Performance Benchmarks

GeForce RTX 5090152%
GeForce RTX 4090116%
GeForce RTX 5080Current GPU100%
GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER89%
GeForce RTX 408089%
Radeon RX 7900 XTX88%
GeForce RTX 5070 Ti87%
Radeon RX 9070 XT83%
Radeon RX 7900 XT76%
GeForce RTX 3090 Ti75%
GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER75%
Radeon RX 907075%
GeForce RTX 4070 Ti68%
GeForce RTX 507068%
GeForce RTX 309067%
GeForce RTX 3080 Ti66%
GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER64%
Radeon RX 7900 GRE63%
Radeon RX 6950 XT62%
GeForce RTX 407061%
Radeon RX 6900 XT60%
GeForce RTX 308059%
Radeon RX 7800 XT59%
Radeon RX 6800 XT57%
GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16 GB53%
GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 8 GB53%
Radeon RX 7700 XT52%
Radeon RX 9060 XT 16 GB50%
GeForce RTX 3070 Ti50%
Radeon RX 680048%
Radeon RX 9060 XT 8 GB47%
GeForce RTX 307047%
GeForce RTX 2080 Ti47%
GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8 GB46%
GeForce RTX 506046%
Radeon RX 6750 XT44%
GeForce RTX 3060 Ti41%
Radeon RX 6700 XT40%
GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER37%
Radeon RX 7600 XT37%
GeForce RTX 406037%
Arc B58037%
GeForce RTX 505036%
GeForce RTX 208036%
Radeon RX 6650 XT35%
Radeon RX 760035%
GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER33%
GeForce GTX 1080 Ti33%
Arc A77033%
GeForce RTX 3060 12 GB32%
Radeon RX 6600 XT31%
Radeon VII31%
Arc A75031%
Radeon RX 5700 XT30%
GeForce RTX 207029%
Radeon RX 660028%
Arc A58027%
GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER27%
Radeon RX Vega 6426%
GeForce RTX 206025%
Radeon RX 570025%
GeForce GTX 108025%
GeForce GTX 1070 Ti24%
Radeon RX 5600 XT24%
Radeon RX Vega 5623%
GeForce GTX 107022%
GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER21%
GeForce GTX 1660 Ti21%
GeForce GTX 980 Ti20%
GeForce RTX 3050 8 GB20%
Radeon R9 FURY X19%
GeForce GTX 166019%
Radeon RX 59018%
Radeon R9 FURY18%
GeForce GTX 98017%
GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER17%
Radeon RX 6500 XT17%
Radeon RX 5500 XT17%
Radeon RX 58017%
GeForce GTX 1060 6 GB16%
Radeon R9 390X16%
GeForce GTX 69016%
Radeon RX 48016%
Radeon HD 799016%
GeForce GTX 780 Ti15%
GeForce GTX 97015%
Radeon R9 290X15%
Radeon R9 39015%
Radeon RX 57014%
Radeon R9 29014%
Radeon RX 47014%
GeForce GTX 165013%
Radeon RX 640013%
Arc A38012%
GeForce GTX 78012%
Radeon HD 7970 GHz Edition11%
GeForce GTX 59011%
Radeon R9 280X11%
Radeon HD 699011%
GeForce GTX 1050 Ti10%
GeForce GTX 68010%
Radeon R9 38010%
Radeon HD 797010%
GeForce GTX 77010%
Radeon R9 28510%
GeForce GTX 9609%
GeForce GTX 6709%
Radeon HD 59708%
GeForce GTX 16308%
Radeon HD 79508%
GeForce GTX 10508%
GeForce GTX 7608%
GeForce GTX 5808%
GeForce GTX 660 Ti8%
Radeon R9 270X8%
Radeon HD 7870 GHz Edition8%
GeForce GTX 9508%
Radeon RX 5607%
GeForce GTX 5707%
GeForce GTX 6607%
Radeon RX 4607%
Radeon R7 3707%
Radeon HD 69707%
GeForce GTX 4807%
Radeon HD 78506%
GeForce GTX 2956%
Radeon HD 69506%
GeForce GTX 750 Ti6%
Radeon HD 4870 X26%
GeForce GTX 560 Ti6%
Radeon HD 58706%
Radeon HD 68705%
GeForce GTX 4705%
GeForce GTX 650 Ti5%
Radeon HD 58505%
GeForce GTX 2855%
Radeon HD 68504%
GeForce GTX 2804%
Radeon HD 7770 GHz Edition4%
GeForce GTX 2754%
GeForce GT 10304%
GeForce GTX 4604%
Radeon HD 48904%
Radeon HD 67904%
Radeon HD 58304%
GeForce GTX 6503%
GeForce GTX 550 Ti3%
Radeon HD 48703%
GeForce GTX 2603%
Radeon HD 57703%
Radeon HD 77503%
Radeon HD 57503%
GeForce GTS 4503%
GeForce GTS 2503%
Radeon HD 48503%
Radeon HD 47702%
Radeon HD 48302%
Radeon HD 66702%
GeForce 9800 GT2%
GeForce GT 6402%
Radeon HD 56702%
GeForce 9600 GT2%
GeForce GT 2402%
GeForce GT 4402%
Radeon HD 46701%
Radeon HD 55701%
GeForce GT 4301%
GeForce GT 2201%
GeForce GT 5201%
Radeon HD 64501%
Radeon HD 54501%
Radeon HD 45501%
GeForce 9400 GT0%
GeForce 2100%
GeForce RTX 5080Current GPU100%
GeForce RTX 5080Current GPU100%

Frequently Asked Questions About the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080

Common Questions About This Graphics Card

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 features 16 GB of GDDR7 graphics memory. This 16 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 5080 is equipped with 10752 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 5080 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 GDDR7, ensures fast memory access and excellent performance in memory-intensive applications.

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 is built on NVIDIA's Blackwell 2.0 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 5080 has a Thermal Design Power (TDP) of 360 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 5080 delivers strong gaming performance suitable for modern titles at various resolutions. Performance benchmarks show it competing effectively in its class. With 16 GB and 10752, 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 5080, 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 360 W TDP or higher), and adequate case space for the graphics card. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 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 5080 is an excellent choice for gaming, content creation, and general graphics workloads. With 16 GB and 10752, 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 5080 offers the performance needed for demanding applications.

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 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 5080 graphics card.

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