Nvidia GeForce RTX 4080 vs Category Average
Verdict
Our overall take, at a glance
Key takeaways
- Nvidia GeForce RTX 4080 leads Category Average overall by 87 points (87 vs 0 out of 100).
- Nvidia GeForce RTX 4080 stands out on Core Specifications Base Frequency: 2.505 GHz, Core Specifications Base Power: 320 W, Core Specifications Maximum Frequency: 2.505 GHz.
Nvidia GeForce RTX 4080 leads overall
$1,199 at launch
Why it stands out
- Core Specifications Base Frequency: 2.505 GHz
- Core Specifications Base Power: 320 W
- Core Specifications Maximum Frequency: 2.505 GHz
In-depth analysisAI
AI-generated from the cited sources — may be incomplete or inaccurate; verify important details before deciding · generated Jun 2026.
Nvidia GeForce RTX 4080
The GeForce RTX 40 series is a family of consumer GPUs from Nvidia's GeForce line, succeeding the RTX 30 series. The cards are based on the Ada Lovelace architecture and include third-generation RT cores for ray tracing and fourth-generation Tensor Cores.
Best for High-end computingBest for Graphics processing
Pros
- Features native support for DirectX Direct3D 12.0 Ultimate (feature level 12_2)
- Includes a new generation of Optical Flow Accelerator to aid DLSS 3.0 frame generation
- Supports DisplayPort 1.4a and HDMI 2.1 display connections
Cons
- The RTX 4080 12GB was noted for potential failures related to the 12VHPWR connector.
Performance
Higher benchmark score = faster
Nvidia GeForce RTX 408035,129
Category Average16,659
Benchmark score — a measured indicator of raw performance, not a guarantee of real-world speed.
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