G3D Mark is a standard benchmark that measures graphics performance in real-world gaming scenarios. It simplifies comparing cards from different brands, where higher scores directly correlate with better fps and smoother gaming experiences.

Head-to-Head Verdict, Benchmarks, Value & Long-Term Outlook

This comparison brings together gaming FPS, raw graphics performance, VRAM, feature set, power efficiency, pricing context, and long-term value so you can see which GPU actually makes more sense.

GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER

2024

Why buy it

✅Costs $600 less on MSRP ($999 MSRP vs $1,599 MSRP).
✅Delivers 43.7% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 34.2 vs 23.8 G3D/$ ($999 MSRP vs $1,599 MSRP).
✅Draws 320W instead of 450W, a 130W reduction.

Trade-offs

❌Lower average FPS than GeForce RTX 4090 across 19 tracked games in our benchmark data.
❌Less VRAM, with 16 GB vs 24 GB for high-resolution textures and newer games.
❌Fewer Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation (320 vs 512), which can reduce FPS gains in supported games.

GeForce RTX 4090

2022

Why buy it

✅8.7% more average FPS across 19 tracked games in our benchmark data.
✅60% more Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation, which can increase overall FPS in supported games (512 vs 320).
✅50% more VRAM for high-resolution textures and newer games (24 GB vs 16 GB).

Trade-offs

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60.1% HIGHER MSRP
$1,599 MSRPvs$999 MSRP
❌Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 23.8 vs 34.2 G3D/$ ($1,599 MSRP vs $999 MSRP).
❌40.6% higher power demand at 450W vs 320W.

GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER

2024

GeForce RTX 4090

2022

Why buy it

✅Costs $600 less on MSRP ($999 MSRP vs $1,599 MSRP).
✅Delivers 43.7% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 34.2 vs 23.8 G3D/$ ($999 MSRP vs $1,599 MSRP).
✅Draws 320W instead of 450W, a 130W reduction.

Why buy it

✅8.7% more average FPS across 19 tracked games in our benchmark data.
✅60% more Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation, which can increase overall FPS in supported games (512 vs 320).
✅50% more VRAM for high-resolution textures and newer games (24 GB vs 16 GB).

Trade-offs

❌Lower average FPS than GeForce RTX 4090 across 19 tracked games in our benchmark data.
❌Less VRAM, with 16 GB vs 24 GB for high-resolution textures and newer games.
❌Fewer Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation (320 vs 512), which can reduce FPS gains in supported games.

Trade-offs

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60.1% HIGHER MSRP
$1,599 MSRPvs$999 MSRP
❌Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 23.8 vs 34.2 G3D/$ ($1,599 MSRP vs $999 MSRP).
❌40.6% higher power demand at 450W vs 320W.

Quick Answers

So, is GeForce RTX 4090 better than GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER?

Yes. GeForce RTX 4090 is the better GPU overall here. You are getting 8.7% more average FPS across 19 tracked games in our benchmark data, 11.4% higher PassMark G3D performance, 512 vs 320 Tensor cores, and 24 GB vs 16 GB of VRAM. It also comes from 2022 instead of 2024, which helps its case as the more complete modern gaming card.

Which one is more future-proof for 2026 and beyond?

GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a newer 2024 generation instead of 2022. That makes it the safer long-run choice for modern games.

Which one is the smarter buy today, not just the cheaper card?

GeForce RTX 4090 is still the better GPU overall, but GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER is probably the smarter buy today for most people. GeForce RTX 4090 is about 60.1% more expensive on MSRP at $1,599 MSRP versus $999 MSRP, and you are getting 8.7% more estimated average FPS across 19 tracked games in our benchmark data and 11.4% higher G3D Mark. GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER still holds the G3D-per-dollar lead, so the performance win comes with a real value premium. Paying about 60.1% more on MSRP for only 8.7% more estimated average FPS is just a weak value trade on paper.

When does GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER make more sense than GeForce RTX 4090?

Yes. GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER is still a very sensible gaming buy in 2026: it is excellent for 1080p and 1440p maxed-out gaming, and still very capable for 4K in many titles. Around $999 MSRP, you are saving about $600 on MSRP and only giving up lower estimated average FPS across 19 tracked games in our benchmark data. GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER still holds the G3D-per-dollar lead, so the performance win comes with a real value premium.

Games Benchmarks

Real-world benchmarks and performance projections based on comprehensive hardware analysis and comparative metrics. Values represent expected performance on High/Ultra settings at 1080p, 1440p, and 4K. Modeled using a Ryzen 7 9800X3D reference profile to minimize specific CPU bottlenecks.

Note: Performance behavior can vary per game. Specific architectures may perform better or worse depending on game engine optimizations and API implementation.

GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER Benchmark Check

GeForce RTX 4090 Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER	GeForce RTX 4090
1080p
low	350 FPS	283 FPS
medium	334 FPS	262 FPS
high	280 FPS	224 FPS
ultra	221 FPS	196 FPS
1440p
low	326 FPS	261 FPS
medium	274 FPS	217 FPS
high	215 FPS	173 FPS
ultra	173 FPS	156 FPS
4K
low	194 FPS	180 FPS
medium	160 FPS	149 FPS
high	121 FPS	114 FPS
ultra	108 FPS	102 FPS

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Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER	GeForce RTX 4090
1080p
low	851 FPS	910 FPS
medium	680 FPS	726 FPS
high	535 FPS	567 FPS
ultra	468 FPS	478 FPS
1440p
low	651 FPS	728 FPS
medium	536 FPS	607 FPS
high	439 FPS	494 FPS
ultra	363 FPS	397 FPS
4K
low	358 FPS	396 FPS
medium	304 FPS	335 FPS
high	275 FPS	309 FPS
ultra	236 FPS	265 FPS

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Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER	GeForce RTX 4090
1080p
low	999 FPS	999 FPS
medium	999 FPS	999 FPS
high	999 FPS	999 FPS
ultra	770 FPS	858 FPS
1440p
low	988 FPS	988 FPS
medium	902 FPS	902 FPS
high	770 FPS	832 FPS
ultra	577 FPS	643 FPS
4K
low	580 FPS	580 FPS
medium	504 FPS	504 FPS
high	455 FPS	455 FPS
ultra	385 FPS	388 FPS

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League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER	GeForce RTX 4090
1080p
low	999 FPS	999 FPS
medium	999 FPS	971 FPS
high	878 FPS	855 FPS
ultra	770 FPS	764 FPS
1440p
low	846 FPS	830 FPS
medium	733 FPS	728 FPS
high	639 FPS	641 FPS
ultra	550 FPS	561 FPS
4K
low	615 FPS	606 FPS
medium	543 FPS	538 FPS
high	479 FPS	480 FPS
ultra	385 FPS	420 FPS

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Valorant

Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER and GeForce RTX 4090

GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER

The GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 8 2024. It features the Ada Lovelace architecture. The core clock ranges from 2295 MHz to 2550 MHz. It has 10240 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 320W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 80 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 34,215 points. Launch price was $999.

GeForce RTX 4090

The GeForce RTX 4090 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in September 20 2022. It features the Ada Lovelace architecture. The core clock ranges from 2235 MHz to 2520 MHz. It has 16384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 450W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 128 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 38,112 points. Launch price was $1,599.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER scores 34,215 versus the GeForce RTX 4090's 38,112 — the GeForce RTX 4090 leads by 11.4%. The GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER is built on Ada Lovelace while the GeForce RTX 4090 uses Ada Lovelace, both on a 5 nm process. Shader units: 10,240 (GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER) vs 16,384 (GeForce RTX 4090). Raw compute: 52.22 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER) vs 82.58 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4090). Boost clocks: 2550 MHz vs 2520 MHz. Ray tracing: 80 RT cores (GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER) vs 128 (GeForce RTX 4090) with 320 Tensor cores vs 512.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER	GeForce RTX 4090
G3D Mark Score	34,215	38,112+11%
Architecture	Ada Lovelace	Ada Lovelace
Process Node	5 nm	5 nm
Shading Units	10240	16384+60%
Compute (TFLOPS)	52.22 TFLOPS	82.58 TFLOPS+58%
Boost Clock	2550 MHz+1%	2520 MHz
ROPs	112	176+57%
TMUs	320	512+60%
L1 Cache	10 MB	16 MB+60%
L2 Cache	64 MB	72 MB+13%
Ray Tracing Cores	80	128+60%
Tensor Cores	320	512+60%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Both cards support modern Frame Generation technology, allowing them to insert intermediate frames to smooth motion and boost perceived FPS in supported games.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER	GeForce RTX 4090
Upscaling Tech	DLSS 3.5 Super Resolution	DLSS 3.5 Super Resolution
Frame Generation	DLSS 3.5 + Frame Generation	DLSS 3.5 + Frame Generation
Ray Reconstruction	Yes (DLSS 3.5)	Yes (DLSS 3.5)
Low Latency	NVIDIA Reflex	NVIDIA Reflex

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER comes with 16 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 4090 has 24 GB. The GeForce RTX 4090 offers 50% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 736 GB/s (GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER) vs 1008 GB/s (GeForce RTX 4090) — a 37% advantage for the GeForce RTX 4090. Bus width: 256-bit vs 384-bit. L2 Cache: 64 MB (GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER) vs 72 MB (GeForce RTX 4090) — the GeForce RTX 4090 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER	GeForce RTX 4090
VRAM Capacity	16 GB	24 GB+50%
Memory Type	GDDR6X	GDDR6X
Memory Bandwidth	736 GB/s	1008 GB/s+37%
Bus Width	256-bit	384-bit+50%
L2 Cache	64 MB	72 MB+13%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER) vs 12.2 (GeForce RTX 4090). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER	GeForce RTX 4090
DirectX	12 Ultimate	12.2+2%
Vulkan	1.3	1.3
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	4	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 8th Gen (GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER) vs 8th Gen NVENC (2x) (GeForce RTX 4090). Decoder: NVDEC 5th Gen vs 5th Gen NVDEC. Supported codecs: AV1,H.265,H.264,VP9 (GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (GeForce RTX 4090).

Feature	GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER	GeForce RTX 4090
Encoder	NVENC 8th Gen	8th Gen NVENC (2x)
Decoder	NVDEC 5th Gen	5th Gen NVDEC
Codecs	AV1,H.265,H.264,VP9	MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER draws 320W versus the GeForce RTX 4090's 450W — a 33.8% difference. The GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 850W (GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER) vs 1000W (GeForce RTX 4090). Power connectors: 16-pin (12VHPWR) vs 16-pin (12VHPWR). Card length: 304mm vs 304mm, occupying 3 vs 3 slots. Typical load temperature: 70 vs 80°C.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER	GeForce RTX 4090
TDP	320W-29%	450W
Recommended PSU	850W-15%	1000W
Power Connector	16-pin (12VHPWR)	16-pin (12VHPWR)
Length	304mm	304mm
Height	137mm	137mm
Slots	3	3
Temp (Load)	70-13%	80°C
Perf/Watt	106.9+26%	84.7

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Value Analysis

The GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER launched at $999 MSRP, while the GeForce RTX 4090 launched at $1599. The GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER costs 37.5% less ($600 savings) on MSRP. Performance per dollar on MSRP (G3D Mark / MSRP): 34.2 (GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER) vs 23.8 (GeForce RTX 4090) — the GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER offers 43.7% better value. The GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER is the newer GPU (2024 vs 2022).