GeForce RTX 2080 Super vs GeForce RTX 3070

When comparing GeForce RTX 2080 Super and GeForce RTX 3070, we look primarily at benchmarks and game tests. But it is not only about the numbers. Often you can find third-party models with higher clock speeds, better cooling, or a customizable RGB lighting. Not all of them will have all the features you need. Another thing to consider is the port selection. Most graphics cards have at least one DisplayPort and HDMI interface, but some monitors require DVI. Before you buy, check the TDP of the graphics card - this characteristic will help you estimate the consumption of the graphics card. You may even have to upgrade your PSU to meet its requirements. An important factor when choosing between GeForce RTX 2080 Super and GeForce RTX 3070 is the price. Does the additional cost justify the performance hit? Our comparison should help you make the right decision.

Main Specs

  GeForce RTX 2080 Super GeForce RTX 3070
Power consumption (TDP) 250 Watt 220 Watt
Interface PCIe 3.0 x16 PCIe 4.0 x16
Supplementary power connectors 1x 6-pin + 1x 8-pin 1x 12-pin
Memory type GDDR6 GDDR6
Maximum RAM amount 8 GB 8 GB
Display Connectors 1x HDMI, 3x DisplayPort, 1x USB Type-C 1x HDMI, 3x DisplayPort
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  • GeForce RTX 2080 Super has 13% more power consumption, than GeForce RTX 3070.
  • GeForce RTX 2080 Super is connected by PCIe 3.0 x16, and GeForce RTX 3070 uses PCIe 4.0 x16 interface.
  • GeForce RTX 2080 Super and GeForce RTX 3070 have maximum RAM of 8 GB.
  • Both cards are used in Desktops.
  • GeForce RTX 2080 Super is build with Turing architecture, and GeForce RTX 3070 - with Ampere.
  • Core clock speed of GeForce RTX 2080 Super is 150 MHz higher, than GeForce RTX 3070.
  • GeForce RTX 2080 Super is manufactured by 12 nm process technology, and GeForce RTX 3070 - by 8 nm process technology.
  • GeForce RTX 2080 Super is 25 mm longer, than GeForce RTX 3070.
  • Memory clock speed of GeForce RTX 2080 Super is 1500 MHz higher, than GeForce RTX 3070.

Game benchmarks

high / 1080p 80−85 90−95
ultra / 1080p 60−65 70−75
QHD / 1440p 50−55 55−60
4K / 2160p 35−40 40−45
low / 720p 100−110 100−110
medium / 1080p 95−100 100−110
The average gaming FPS of GeForce RTX 3070 in Assassin's Creed Odyssey is 9% more, than GeForce RTX 2080 Super.

Full Specs

  GeForce RTX 2080 Super GeForce RTX 3070
Architecture Turing Ampere
Code name Turing TU104 GA104
Type Desktop Desktop
Release date 2 July 2019 1 September 2020
Pipelines 3072 5888
Core clock speed 1650 MHz 1500 MHz
Boost Clock 1815 MHz 1725 MHz
Transistor count 13,600 million 17,400 million
Manufacturing process technology 12 nm 8 nm
Texture fill rate 348.5 317.4
Length 267 mm 242 mm
Memory bus width 256 Bit 256 Bit
Memory clock speed 15500 MHz 14000 MHz
Memory bandwidth 495.9 GB/s 448.0 GB/s
Shared memory -
G-SYNC support +
VR Ready +
DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_1) 12 Ultimate (12_2)
Shader Model 6.5 6.5
OpenGL 4.6 4.6
OpenCL 1.2 2.0
Vulkan 1.2.131 1.2
CUDA 7.5 8.5
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