This GPU is no longer the current generation. It has been replaced by the NVIDIA RTX 5080.
Superseded by RTX 5080
Best for: 4K gamers who can find a well-priced used unit, understanding they miss out on DLSS 4 and Blackwell's efficiency gains.
Full details →This GPU is no longer the current generation. It has been replaced by the NVIDIA RTX 5070.
Superseded by RTX 5070
Best for: 1440p gamers who find a well-priced used unit and can accept 12GB VRAM without DLSS 4.
Full details →| NVIDIA RTX 4080 Super | NVIDIA RTX 4070 Super | |
|---|---|---|
| Tier | Enthusiast | High-end |
| Generation | RTX 4000 | RTX 4000 |
| VRAM | 16 GB | 12 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6X | GDDR6X |
| TDP | 320W | 220W |
| Upscaling | DLSS3 | DLSS3 |
| Ray Tracing | ✅ | ✅ |
| Launch MSRP | $999 | $599 |
| Released | Jan 31, 2024 | Jan 17, 2024 |
| Cycle length | ~365 days | ~415 days |
| Cycle advice | Superseded | Superseded |
| Deals advice | Clearance | Clearance |
| Successor | RTX 5080 | RTX 5070 |
New units sell above MSRP, but used units (~$800) represent the only realistic value option for this card.
Ample VRAM for 4K gaming and content creation.
Over 2 years of optimizations ensures stability across all titles.
New units sell above MSRP. Used units (~$480) are the only path to value — delivers ~75% of RTX 5070 performance at a significant saving.
Efficient power draw works with modest PSUs.
Over 2 years of stability optimizations ensure excellent game compatibility.