After this comparison, jump over to RTX 5080 vs RTX 4080 to understand where both cards sit in the wider lineup.
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🎮 Raster Gaming Performance
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Across modern titles at 1440p and 4K, RTX 5080 delivers approximately 10–15% higher frame rates than RTX 5070 Ti .
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Nanoreview reports ~12% average FPS uplift at QHD (164 vs 146 FPS) and up to 21% higher in 3DMark Steel Nomad Lite synthetic tests .
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Reddit users concur: “The 5070 Ti is very close to the 5080. It's about a 10‑15% performance increase for 35% more money.”
Figure 1 (first in carousel) visualizes this raster performance gap.
🌐 Ray Tracing & DLSS 4 Performance
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In ray tracing and DLSS workloads, RTX 5080 continues to lead, but by a slightly higher margin of 13–18% depending on workload and resolution .
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TechRadar confirms higher RT core counts and VRAM bandwidth contribute to smoother DLSS 4 and Multi‑Frame Generation (MFG) experience on the RTX 5080.
Figure 2 (second image) illustrates RT benchmark comparisons.
📊 Synthetic & Compute Benchmarks
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According to 3DMark benchmarks, RTX 5080 shows performance leads of 11–25% across Fire Strike, Time Spy, and Steel Nomad—with the largest margins in extreme tests .
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Contributor benchmarks reinforce these gains via synthetic suite headroom.
Figure 3 (third in carousel) displays synthetic benchmark comparison.
⚡ Power Efficiency & Specs
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RTX 5080 uses more power (~360 W TDP) vs ~300 W for RTX 5070 Ti, representing a ~20% higher draw – expect increased thermals and PSU requirements .
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Despite higher TDP, RTX 5080’s performance-per-watt remains competitive thanks to its efficiency gains in high‑resolution and RT workloads.
Figure 4 (fourth image) visually compares TDP and efficiency.
✅ Pros & Cons Table
| Feature | RTX 5080 | RTX 5070 Ti |
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| Raster Gaming (1440p/4K) | ~10–15% faster | Strong performance for price |
| Ray Tracing & DLSS 4 / MFG | RT and frame generation leader | DLSS 4 capable but fewer cores |
| Synthetic / Compute Benchmarks | ~11–25% lead in 3DMark and tests | Competitive mid‑range value |
| Power Draw & Efficiency | ~360 W TDP, higher power cost | ~300 W TDP, more efficient |
| Value per Dollar | Higher cost, premium stepping stone | Better mid‑range bang‑for‑buck |
🔍 Conclusion: Worth the Upgrade?
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RTX 5080 is a solid step up—delivering measurable gains in raster, RT, synthetic, and AI workloads over RTX 5070 Ti. If you prioritize 4K gaming with robust DLSS 4 support, it’s worth the extra cost.
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RTX 5070 Ti, however, offers nearly equivalent performance in many scenarios at ~35% lower average prices—making it a compelling choice if you're on a budget or can’t find the 5080 at MSRP.
