GeForce RTX 4090 vs GeForce RTX 5080
The GeForce RTX 4090 is slightly faster than the GeForce RTX 5080 on average across 100+ games. However, it's a much worse value for money, as it's $2,178.01 more expensive!
FPS Comparison Across Popular Games
Predicted average FPS at 1080p, 1440p, and 4K, based on real game benchmarks.
Specs & Benchmark Comparison
Side-by-side specs, synthetic benchmarks, and key hardware differences.
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GeForce RTX 4090 has 47% more compute power.
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GeForce RTX 4090 fills pixels 51% faster.
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GeForce RTX 4090 maps textures 47% faster.
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GeForce RTX 4090 moves data 5% faster.
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-Frequently Asked Questions
compare_arrowsWhich is better, GeForce RTX 4090 or GeForce RTX 5080?expand_more
Neither, they're within 1% of each other across 100+ games. Pick based on price, availability, or VRAM.
aspect_ratioWhich is better for 1440p and 4K gaming, GeForce RTX 4090 or GeForce RTX 5080?expand_more
They trade blows depending on the game. Toggle the resolution selector above to compare per-game FPS at 1440p and 4K.
differenceWhat is the difference between GeForce RTX 4090 and GeForce RTX 5080?expand_more
Performance: GeForce RTX 4090 scores 77/100, GeForce RTX 5080 scores 70/100. They also differ in VRAM, memory bandwidth, power draw, and compute performance. Full breakdown in the specs section above.
compressWill the GeForce RTX 4090 or GeForce RTX 5080 bottleneck my PC?expand_more
Depends on the rest of your build, especially your CPU. Swap the paired CPU in the FPS section above to see if it limits performance, or use our bottleneck calculator for a full analysis.
upgradeIs it worth upgrading to the GeForce RTX 4090 or GeForce RTX 5080?expand_more
Both are solid choices. Compare your current GPU against each one to see the exact FPS gain.
memoryDoes VRAM matter when comparing the GeForce RTX 4090 and GeForce RTX 5080?expand_more
Yes, more VRAM helps at higher resolutions and in modded games. Check the specs section above to compare memory capacity and bandwidth between both GPUs.
Popular Comparisons
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