RTX 5070 Vs RTX 4080 – What We Recommend?

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Uzair Qureshi

At Tech4Gamers, I proudly wear the title of Comparisons Specialist. Focused on CPUs and GPUs, I bring forth a wealth of hands-on experience and a keen eye for detail to provide our audience with the latest insights and analyses.

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Pros And Cons

Comparison Table

Architectural Difference

• Architecture: The RTX 5070 employs advanced Blackwell 2.0 architecture, redefining accelerated computing and generative AI, while the RTX 4080 is based on Nvidia’s Ada Lovelace architecture.
• GPU Chip: Nvidia integrated the GB205 chip into the RTX 5070, while the RTX 4080 features an AD103 chip. Both of these chips are simulated on TSMC’s 5nm 4N FinFET process.
• VRAM: Nvidia offered a broader 256-bit 16GB GDDR6X memory with the RTX 4080. In contrast, the RTX 5070 comes with a 192-bit 12GB GDDR7 memory (an upgraded version of GDDR6X).
• Clock Speed: The RTX 5070 outperforms the RTX 4080 by about 5.4% in the base clock. Both graphics cards share an identical boost clock. We will check their actual speed in gaming benchmarks.
• TDP: The RTX 5070 has a 250W rating, 21.9% less than the RTX 4080’s 320W TDP. We will analyze the effect of TDP on GPU power usage in the power efficiency section.
• Advanced Technologies: The RTX 5070 boasts Nvidia’s DLSS 4.0 and Reflex 2.0 for elite performance, while the RTX 4080 has DLSS 3.0 for upscaling and frame rendering.

We had high hopes that the new mid-tier RTX 5070 would surpass the aging RTX 4080. However, early reports on its performance have been less than promising. To check out the actual difference between their performance, efficiency, and value, let us start with the gaming benchmarks of the RTX 5070 vs RTX 4080.

Gaming Benchmarks

While the RTX 5070 features advanced architecture, the RTX 4080, offers more CUDA cores, a wider bus, and 4GB of extra memory. To evaluate their real performance, we tested the RTX 5070 vs RTX 4080 in eight games, some with ray tracing enabled and some disabled, at 1440p resolution for improved results.

Test Bench

The gaming system we used for these benchmarks had the following specifications:

• OS: Windows 11
• CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D
• Motherboard: MSI MAG B850 Tomahawk Max WiFi
• SSD: Sabrent Rocket 4 Plus G 2TB NVMe SSD
• RAM: Kingston Fury Renegade RGB DDR5 32GB 7200MHz
• PSU: MSI MEG Ai1300P Platinum ATX 3.1
• CPU Cooler: EK-Nucleus AIO CR360 LUX D-RGB

Hogwarts Legacy

• Starting with Hogwarts Legacy, the RTX 4080 bore 18.9% better performance by providing 126 FPS on average, while the RTX 5070 delivered 106 FPS on average.
• Examining the worst 1% performance in this gameplay, the RTX 4080 managed 84 FPS, while the RTX 5070 mustered 68 FPS.

Marvel Rivals

• The RTX 4080 averaged 92 FPS in our session of Marvel Rivals at 1440p, delivering 16.5% more performance than the RTX 5070’s 79 FPS.
• Analyzing the low 1% performance of the two GPUs in this gameplay, the RTX 4080 sustained 60 FPS, 13.2% better than the RTX 5070, which held 53 FPS.

S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl

• While playing S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl, the RTX 4080 outperformed the RTX 5070 by 30.2%, delivering 69 FPS against 53 FPS.
• In the bottom 1% performance bracket of this session, the RTX 4080 maintained 55 FPS, whereas the RTX 5070 achieved 40 FPS, lagging 37.5% behind the RTX 4080.

Starfield

• In Starfield benchmarks, we noticed that the RTX 4080 ran at an average of 90 FPS, edging out the RTX 5070’s 70 FPS with a 28.6% advantage.
• During the lowest 1% frame rate drops, the RTX 4080 maintained 77 FPS, delivering a 28.3% advantage over the RTX 5070, which recorded 60 FPS.

The Last of Us Part I

• While testing The Last of Us Part I, we found that the RTX 4080 produced 126 FPS, outperforming the RTX 5070’s 89 FPS by 41.6%.
• The RTX 4080 sustained 111 FPS in the worst 1% performance scenario of this session, surpassing the RTX 5070’s 78 FPS by 39.7%.

Alan Wake 2 – RT

• In Alan Wake 2, we enabled ray tracing and noticed that the RTX 4080 reached 68 FPS, exceeding the RTX 5070’s 40 FPS by 70.0%.
• At its lowest 1% performance, the RTX 4080 reached 58 FPS, edging out the RTX 5070 by a massive 93.3%, which achieved 30 FPS.

Cyberpunk 2077 – RT

• The RTX 4080 outperformed the RTX 5070 in Cyberpunk 2077, delivering 89 FPS with ray tracing enabled, against the rival’s 59 FPS, providing a 50.9% performance benefit.
• In low-end 1% performance, the RTX 4080 secured 70 FPS, outpacing the RTX 5070 by 42.9%, which settled at 49 FPS.

Dying Light 2 Stay Human – RT

• Our test of Dying Light 2 Stay Human with ray tracing indicated that the RTX 4080 produced 100 FPS, exceeding the RTX 5070’s 78 FPS by 28.2%.
• Even in the worst-performing 1% of frames, the RTX 4080 sustained 87 FPS in this gameplay, surpassing the RTX 5070’s 65 FPS by 33.8%.

Productivity Benchmarks

The gaming benchmarks assess a graphics card’s performance, while productivity software provides another reliable measure. So, now we going to compare the RTX 5070 vs RTX 4080 using productivity testing tools.

Blender Open Data

• In the Blender Open Data benchmarks, the RTX 4080 beat the RTX 5070 by roughly 33%, illustrating its superior rendering prowess and computational efficiency scoring 8260 against 6212.

FP32

• While assessing their performance in the FP32 test, we noted that the RTX 4080 operated at a beautiful speed of 48.75 TFLOPS, performing 58.2% better than the RTX 5070’s 30.82 TFLOPS.

PassMark

• According to PassMark benchmark ratings, the RTX 4080 scores 34555 benchmark points, performing approximately 8.3% better than the RTX 5070’s score of 31916.

Overall Performance

Average Framerate

In our gaming benchmarks, the GeForce RTX 4080 topped in all games, with and without ray tracing, by a significant margin. Based on our computed average for the above games, the RTX 4080 provides roughly 30.1% better gaming performance than the RTX 5070 at 1440p.

Low 1% Framerate

Analyzing the bottom 1% performance in tested games, the RTX 4080 delivered about 35.9% higher frame rates than the RTX 5070. Notably, the RTX 4080’s lowest 1% performance exceeded the RTX 5070’s average by 3.2%.

Productivity

The RTX 4080 conquers all productivity battles. Despite variations in individual tests, its overall productivity performance averages 35.4% higher than the RTX 5070. This emphasizes its top-tier capabilities to manage intensive workloads with accuracy.

Power Efficiency

We expected the same power consumption from these graphics cards, as confirmed by our efficiency test, given their TDP ratings. In our tests, the RTX 4080 operated at around 33.3% higher power than the RTX 5070. While operating at its maximum, the RTX 5070 was around 23.9% more efficient than the RTX 4080.

Thermal Efficiency

Under ideal conditions, both graphics cards sustain steady temperatures, with the RTX 4080 operating at 1°C higher temperature than the RTX 5070. Upon evaluating their gaming temperature, we found that the RTX 5070 is around 5.0% more thermally efficient than the RTX 4080. 

Price And Availability

We have now reached the deciding part of this comparison. The RTX 5070 vanished from shelves within just two days of its launch, while the aging RTX 4080 remains elusive, with prices stubbornly refusing to drop below $1400. So, it is hard to evaluate the worth offered by these GPUs due to the current volatility in pricing.

What We Recommend?

GeForce RTX 5070: The RTX 5070 is a cutting-edge graphics card optimized for 1080p and 1440p gaming. While we anticipated a stronger 4K performance, it falls short in that regard. If market shortages drive its price beyond $550, more compelling alternatives become available around the $600 mark.

GeForce RTX 4080: The RTX 4080, equipped with 16GB of high-speed GDDR6X VRAM, strives to deliver exceptional performance, making it a formidable choice for immersive 4K gaming. Despite belonging to the previous generation, its ray tracing capabilities remain outstanding.

We recommend the RTX 5070 as a compelling budget-friendly graphics card if priced at $550. However, beyond this price, its value diminishes. On the other hand, the RTX 4080 is a top-tier GPU for enjoying a better gaming experience, but the 4080 Super is more compelling option in our opinion if in range.

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Uzair Qureshi

[Comparisons Specialist]

I’m a passionate computer hardware expert specializing in CPUs and GPUs. With a lifelong curiosity for hardware and extensive hands-on experience, I provide valuable insights, practical advice, and in-depth analysis on these components. Engaging with the hardware community, I exchange knowledge and stay at the forefront of technological advancements.

Get In Touch: uzair@tech4gamers.com