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ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Gaming review: 117 specs compared

Avg. price:~£870VRAM:12 GBMemory bus width:384 bitThermal Design Power (TDP):350 W

ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Gaming Review: Compare 117 technical specifications and 3 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Graphics cards category and whether it is worth buying.

ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Gaming
7.8/10

Overall score

Score
7.8/ 10
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What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, expert reviews, best-of lists and owners.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 40%, Reviews score 25%, List score 25%, Sentiment score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 65% of models
Score components

40%

7.9

Technical score

25%

8.2

Reviews score

25%

?

List scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 7.5, the mark of a weaker model in this category

10%

7.7

Sentiment score

â–²Better than 65% of graphics cards
7.3

Value for money

Value for money
7.3/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the graphics card's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a graphics card that offers a strong balance of performance, features, and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
Score components

70%

7.8

Overall score

30%

5.9

Price

â–¼Worse than 62%
7.9

Technical score

Technical score
7.9/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 40% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 66% of models
Score components

44%

7.8

Performance

24%

7.7

Memory

12%

7.5

Power

11%

9.2

Features

5%

5.8

Design

4%

9.2

Connectivity

â–²Better than 66%
8.2

Reviews score

Reviews score
8.2/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.6 for now.
Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 69% of models

80%

8.4

Average grade

20%

7.4

Popularity

Grades by review (3)
1 review, its grade estimated from the review text. 2 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
â–²Better than 69%
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List score

List score
7.5/ 10
✕
What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 25% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (0)
Not in any best-of list yet, so this part counts as 7.5. Models in a list get 8 to 10.
Not in any best-of list yet
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What reviewers say about the ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Gaming

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Reviewers agree it delivers excellent performance, and none of them raise any real complaints.
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What owners say about the ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Gaming

Based on 211 owners sharing their experience in online comments

56%positive18%mixed26%negative

Owners praise its strong gaming speed, though high power use and heat remain the biggest drawbacks.

What owners dislike

  • Owners say it runs hot, with hotspot and memory temperatures often reaching 85 to 93 C without repasting or undervolting.7
  • Owners say it draws a lot of power, often 350 to 450 watts stock, and may need a larger power supply.6
  • Owners say memory temperatures often run high, reaching 85 to 90 C or more on some cards, especially without new thermal pads.4
  • Owners say some games fail to hold a stable 60 fps, particularly with ray tracing and DLSS on ultrawide or 4K.3

Points mentioned by at least 3 owners, most mentioned first.

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Technical Specifications of graphics card ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Gaming

Technical score
Technical score
7.9/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 40% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 66% of models
Score components:

44%

7.8

Performance

24%

7.7

Memory

12%

7.5

Power

11%

9.2

Features

5%

5.8

Design

4%

9.2

Connectivity

7.9
Reviews score
8.2
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
7.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the graphics card's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a graphics card that offers a strong balance of performance, features, and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
Score components:

70%

7.8

Overall score

30%

5.9

Price

7.3
3DMark Time Spy benchmark score
19,000 points
Market range: <4.1k points – >30.1k points
This graphics card scores 19,000 points in 3DMark Time Spy, which is higher than 62.8% of graphics cards and equal to 0.5% of graphics cards.
3DMark Port Royal score
12,900 points
Market range: <0 points – >22.4k points
This graphics card scores 12,900 points in 3DMark Port Royal, which is higher than 63.4% of graphics cards and equal to 0.3% of graphics cards.
PassMark (G3D) result
26,865 points
Market range: <7.7k points – >36k points
This graphics card scores 26,865 points in PassMark G3D, which is higher than 61.7% of graphics cards.
PassMark (DirectCompute) result
26,627 points
Market range: <3.1k points – >26.3k points
This graphics card scores 26,627 points in PassMark DirectCompute, which is higher than 90.9% of graphics cards and equal to 0.2% of graphics cards.
FP32 performance
37.17 TFLOPS
Market range: <3.94 TFLOPS – >56.3 TFLOPS
This graphics card delivers 37.17 TFLOPS FP32 performance, which is higher than that of 69.7% of graphics cards.
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What reviewers say
VRAM
12 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This graphics card has 12 GB of VRAM, which is more than 46% of graphics cards and equal to 16% of graphics cards.
Memory type
GDDR6X
This graphics card uses GDDR6X memory, which is newer than on 57.1% of graphics cards and equal to 22.4% of graphics cards.
Memory bus width
384 bit
Market range: <128 bit – >384 bit
This graphics card uses a 384 bit memory bus, which is wider than that of 89.7% of graphics cards and equal to that of 7% of graphics cards.
Maximum memory bandwidth
912 GB/s
Market range: <168 GB/s – >960 GB/s
This graphics card reaches 912 GB/s memory bandwidth, which is higher than that of 86.7% of graphics cards and equal to that of 0.6% of graphics cards.
Effective memory speed
19,000 MHz
Market range: <7k MHz – >28k MHz
This graphics card reaches an effective memory speed of 19,000 MHz, which is faster than that of 48.5% of graphics cards and equal to that of 3.2% of graphics cards.
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PCI Express (PCIe) version
4
This graphics card supports PCIe 4, which is newer than on 22.5% of graphics cards and equal to 50.5% of graphics cards.
PCIe lanes
x16
This graphics card uses x16 PCIe lanes, which is more than 24.1% of graphics cards and equal to 75.9% of graphics cards.
DirectX version
12 Ultimate
This graphics card supports DirectX 12 Ultimate, which is more advanced than on 22.8% of graphics cards and equal to 77.2% of graphics cards.
Vulkan version
1.3
This graphics card supports Vulkan 1.3, which is older than on 79.2% of graphics cards and equal to 15.6% of graphics cards.
OpenGL version
4.6
This graphics card supports OpenGL 4.6, which is more advanced than on 2% of graphics cards and equal to 98% of graphics cards.
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Max displays supported
4
Market range: <4 – >4
This graphics card supports up to 4 displays, which is more than 9% of graphics cards and equal to 88.2% of graphics cards.
Max digital resolution
7680x4320
This graphics card supports a maximum digital resolution of 7680x4320, which is higher than that of 9.2% of graphics cards and equal to that of 90.9% of graphics cards.
DisplayPort outputs
3
Market range: <1 – >3
This graphics card offers 3 DisplayPort outputs, which is more than 21.7% of graphics cards and equal to 76% of graphics cards.
DisplayPort version
1.4a
This graphics card supports DisplayPort 1.4a, which is more advanced than on 19.3% of graphics cards and equal to 46.3% of graphics cards.
DisplayPort link rates
32.4 Gbps
Market range: <5.4 Gbps – >80 Gbps
This graphics card supports DisplayPort link rates up to 32.4 Gbps, which is faster than on 56.6% of graphics cards and equal to 20.9% of graphics cards.
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Thermal Design Power (TDP)
350 W
Market range: <86 W – >360 W
This graphics card has a TDP of 350 W, which is higher than that of 86.3% of graphics cards and equal to that of 1.6% of graphics cards.
Power consumption while under peak load
400 W
Market range: <106 W – >365 W
This graphics card draws 400 W under peak load, which is higher than 91.8% of graphics cards and equal to 0.9% of graphics cards.
Recommended PSU wattage
850 W
Market range: <450 W – >850 W
This graphics card recommends a 850 W PSU, which is higher than that of 83.6% of graphics cards and equal to that of 11.9% of graphics cards.
Board power limit
450 W
Market range: <107 W – >400 W
This graphics card has a board power limit of 450 W, which is higher than that of 92.5% of graphics cards and equal to that of 2.6% of graphics cards.
PCIe power spec
350 W
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Size
318.5x 140.1x 57.78 mm
Length
318.5 mm
Market range: <200 mm – >337 mm
This graphics card is 318.5 mm long, which is longer than 73% of graphics cards and equal in length to 0.3% of graphics cards.
Height
140.1 mm
Market range: <109 mm – >146 mm
This graphics card is 140.1 mm tall, which is taller than 85% of graphics cards and equal in height to 0.5% of graphics cards.
Slot width
3 slot/s
Market range: <2 slot/s – >3.25 slot/s
This graphics card occupies 3 slot/s, which is wider than 70.7% of graphics cards and equal in width to 16.8% of graphics cards.
Weight
1,770 g
Market range: <541 g – >2k g
This graphics card weighs 1,770 g, which is heavier than 83% of Graphics cards and equal to 0.2% of Graphics cards.
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ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Gaming vs the average graphics card

246810TotalPerformanceMemoryFeaturesConnectivityPowerDesign
  • 40 more compute units
    This graphics card has more compute units than the average graphics card (80 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 compute units.
    80 vs 40
  • 192 bit wider memory bus
    This graphics card has a wider memory bus than the average graphics card (384 bit vs 192 bit). The average graphics card has a memory bus width of 192 bit.
    384 bit vs 192 bit
  • 40 more ray tracing cores
    This graphics card has more ray tracing cores than the average graphics card (80 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 ray tracing cores.
    80 vs 40
  • 2.04x higher memory bandwidth
    This graphics card has a higher memory bandwidth than the average graphics card (912 GB/s vs 448 GB/s). The average graphics card has a memory bandwidth of 448 GB/s.
    912 GB/s vs 448 GB/s
  • 48 more ROPs
    This graphics card has more ROPs than the average graphics card (112 vs 64). The average graphics card has 64 ROPs.
    112 vs 64
  • 136 more TMUs
    This graphics card has more TMUs than the average graphics card (320 vs 184). The average graphics card has 184 TMUs.
    320 vs 184
  • 176 more AI cores
    This graphics card has more AI cores than the average graphics card (320 vs 144). The average graphics card has 144 AI cores.
    320 vs 144
  • 64.5% higher FP32 performance
    This graphics card has a higher FP32 performance than the average graphics card (37.2 TFLOPS vs 22.6 TFLOPS). The average graphics card has FP32 performance of 22.6 TFLOPS.
    37.17 TFLOPS vs 22.6 TFLOPS
  • 13.9% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.2/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.6 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–² Better than 69% of models

    80%

    8.4

    Average grade

    20%

    7.4

    Popularity

    Grades by review (3)
    1 review, its grade estimated from the review text. 2 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    8.2 vs 7.2
  • 40 more compute units
    This graphics card has more compute units than the average graphics card (80 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 compute units.
    80 vs 40
  • 40 more ray tracing cores
    This graphics card has more ray tracing cores than the average graphics card (80 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 ray tracing cores.
    80 vs 40
  • 48 more ROPs
    This graphics card has more ROPs than the average graphics card (112 vs 64). The average graphics card has 64 ROPs.
    112 vs 64
  • 136 more TMUs
    This graphics card has more TMUs than the average graphics card (320 vs 184). The average graphics card has 184 TMUs.
    320 vs 184
  • 176 more AI cores
    This graphics card has more AI cores than the average graphics card (320 vs 144). The average graphics card has 144 AI cores.
    320 vs 144
  • 64.5% higher FP32 performance
    This graphics card has a higher FP32 performance than the average graphics card (37.2 TFLOPS vs 22.6 TFLOPS). The average graphics card has FP32 performance of 22.6 TFLOPS.
    37.17 TFLOPS vs 22.6 TFLOPS
  • 41% higher texture rate
    This graphics card has a higher texture rate than the average graphics card (532.8 GTexel/s vs 378 GTexel/s). The average graphics card has a texture rate of 378 GTexel/s.
    532.8 GTexel/s vs 378 GTexel/s
  • 15.6% higher pixel rate
    This graphics card has a higher pixel rate than the average graphics card (186.5 GPixel/s vs 161.3 GPixel/s). The average graphics card has a pixel rate of 161.3 GPixel/s.
    186.5 GPixel/s vs 161.3 GPixel/s
  • 2.21x higher compute score
    This graphics card has a higher compute score than the average graphics card (26,627 points vs 12,70.5 points). The average graphics card has a compute score of 12,070.5 points.
    26,627 points vs 12,070.5 points
  • 5,888 more FP32 units
    This graphics card has more FP32 units than the average graphics card (10,240 vs 4,352). The average graphics card has 4,352 FP32 units.
    10,240 vs 4,352
  • 192 bit wider memory bus
    This graphics card has a wider memory bus than the average graphics card (384 bit vs 192 bit). The average graphics card has a memory bus width of 192 bit.
    384 bit vs 192 bit
  • 2.04x higher memory bandwidth
    This graphics card has a higher memory bandwidth than the average graphics card (912 GB/s vs 448 GB/s). The average graphics card has a memory bandwidth of 448 GB/s.
    912 GB/s vs 448 GB/s
  • Supports LHR limiting
    This graphics card supports an LHR limiter, while the average graphics card does not. 7.5% of Graphics cards support one.
  • 33.5% lower boost clock speed
    This graphics card has a lower boost GPU clock than the average graphics card (1,665 MHz vs 2,505 MHz). The average graphics card has a boost GPU clock of 2,505 MHz.
    1,665 MHz vs 2,505 MHz
  • Less advanced frame generation
    This graphics card has less advanced frame generation than the average graphics card (no vs multi frame generation).
  • 28.9% lower base clock speed
    This graphics card has a lower base GPU clock than the average graphics card (1,365 MHz vs 1920 MHz). The average graphics card has a base GPU clock of 1920 MHz.
    1,365 MHz vs 1,920 MHz
  • 60% larger process node
    This graphics card uses a larger manufacturing process than the average graphics card (8 nm vs 5 nm). The average graphics card uses a manufacturing process of 5 nm.
    8 nm vs 5 nm
  • 62.8% higher TDP
    This graphics card has a higher TDP than the average graphics card (350 W vs 215 W). The average graphics card has a TDP of 215 W.
    350 W vs 215 W
  • No AV1 encoding
    This graphics card does not support AV1 encoding, the average graphics card does.
  • 30.8% higher PSU requirement
    This graphics card has a higher PSU requirement than the average graphics card (850 W vs 650 W). The average graphics card has a PSU requirement of 650 W.
    850 W vs 650 W
  • 2.05x higher board power limit
    This graphics card has a higher board power limit than the average graphics card (450 W vs 220 W). The average graphics card has a board power limit of 220 W.
    450 W vs 220 W
  • 67.3% more expensive
    ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Gaming is more expensive than the average graphics card (£870 vs £520).
    £870 vs £520
  • 33.5% lower boost clock speed
    This graphics card has a lower boost GPU clock than the average graphics card (1,665 MHz vs 2,505 MHz). The average graphics card has a boost GPU clock of 2,505 MHz.
    1,665 MHz vs 2,505 MHz
  • 28.9% lower base clock speed
    This graphics card has a lower base GPU clock than the average graphics card (1,365 MHz vs 1920 MHz). The average graphics card has a base GPU clock of 1920 MHz.
    1,365 MHz vs 1,920 MHz
  • 2 years older
    This graphics card was released earlier than the average graphics card (2021 vs 2023).
    June 2021
    2021 vs 2023
  • 32.1% slower VRAM clock
    This graphics card has a lower VRAM clock than the average graphics card (1,188 MHz vs 1,750 MHz). The average graphics card runs its VRAM at 1,750 MHz.
    1,188 MHz vs 1,750 MHz
  • 75% smaller L2 cache
    This graphics card has fewer L2 cache than the average graphics card (6 MB vs 24 MB). The average graphics card has 24 MB L2 cache.
    6 MB vs 24 MB
  • Less advanced frame generation
    This graphics card has less advanced frame generation than the average graphics card (no vs multi frame generation).
  • 60% larger process node
    This graphics card uses a larger manufacturing process than the average graphics card (8 nm vs 5 nm). The average graphics card uses a manufacturing process of 5 nm.
    8 nm vs 5 nm
  • Older Vulkan version
    This graphics card supports an older Vulkan version than the average graphics card (1.3 vs 1.4).
    1.3 vs 1.4
  • 2.14x larger GPU die
    This graphics card has a higher GPU die size than the average graphics card (628 mm² vs 294 mm²). The average graphics card has a GPU die size of 294 mm².
    628 mm² vs 294 mm²
  • No AV1 encoding
    This graphics card does not support AV1 encoding, the average graphics card does.
  • Older HDMI version
    This graphics card supports an older HDMI version than the average graphics card (2.1 vs 2.1a).
    2.1 vs 2.1a
  • More basic codec support
    This graphics card encodes more basic formats than the average graphics card (H.264/H.265/VP9 vs H.264/H.265/AV1/VP9).
    H.264/H.265/VP9 vs H.264/H.265/AV1/VP9
  • No 3D output
    This graphics card does not support 3D output, the average graphics card does.
  • Older NVDEC generation
    This graphics card has a lower NVDEC generation than the average graphics card (5 vs 6). The average graphics card offers NVDEC generation 6.
    5 vs 6
  • 62.8% higher TDP
    This graphics card has a higher TDP than the average graphics card (350 W vs 215 W). The average graphics card has a TDP of 215 W.
    350 W vs 215 W
  • 30.8% higher PSU requirement
    This graphics card has a higher PSU requirement than the average graphics card (850 W vs 650 W). The average graphics card has a PSU requirement of 650 W.
    850 W vs 650 W
  • 2.05x higher board power limit
    This graphics card has a higher board power limit than the average graphics card (450 W vs 220 W). The average graphics card has a board power limit of 220 W.
    450 W vs 220 W
  • 15 °C lower thermal ceiling
    This graphics card has a lower thermal ceiling than the average graphics card (110 °C vs 95 °C). The average graphics card has a thermal ceiling of 95 °C.
    110 °C vs 95 °C
  • 81.8% higher peak power draw
    This graphics card has a higher peak power draw than the average graphics card (400 W vs 220 W). The average graphics card has a peak power draw of 220 W.
    400 W vs 220 W
  • 3.4 dB noisier under load
    This graphics card has a higher load noise level than the average graphics card (38.8 dB vs 35.4 dB). The average graphics card has a load noise level of 35.4 dB.
    38.8 dB vs 35.4 dB
  • 33.3% higher idle power draw
    This graphics card has a higher idle power draw than the average graphics card (16 W vs 12 W). The average graphics card has an idle power draw of 12 W.
    16 W vs 12 W
  • 15.1 mm higher card profile
    This graphics card is taller than the average graphics card (140.1 mm vs 125 mm). The average graphics card has a height of 125 mm.
    140.1 mm vs 125 mm
  • 36.3 mm longer card length
    This graphics card is longer than the average graphics card (318.5 mm vs 282.2 mm). The average graphics card has a length of 282.2 mm.
    318.5 mm vs 282.2 mm
  • 0.5 slot/s wider design
    This graphics card occupies more slots than the average graphics card (3 slot/s vs 2.5 slot/s). The average graphics card occupies 2.5 slot/s.
    3 slot/s vs 2.5 slot/s
  • 74.6% heavier
    This graphics card is heavier than the average graphics card (1,770 g vs 1,014 g). The average graphics card weighs 1,014 g.
    1,770 g vs 1,014 g

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

9.0
Lou's WRX
≈ estimated
10/08/2021
Hands-on review · temperatures, benchmarks and coil whine
Verdict
ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Gaming is a very solid, cool-running card, held back only by coil whine and its high price.
9.0
Dreamcore Tech
≈ estimated
02/06/2021
Hands-on review · benchmarks and power measurements
Verdict
ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Gaming performs almost like an RTX 3090 for gaming with 12GB of VRAM, making it the best gaming card right now.

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

9.0
hardwarezone.com.sg
≈ estimated
29/07/2021
Review · 4K benchmark tests
Verdict
The ASUS ROG Strix RTX 3080 Ti OC is a fast 4K card with good cooling, but at 318 mm long and power-hungry, it needs a big case.
tweaktown.com
02/06/2021
Not graded yet

Third-party reviews

What customers like about ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Gaming

  • Elite 4K gaming performance that often rivals the flagship RTX 3090.
  • Superior thermal management with a robust triple-fan cooler keeping temperatures significantly lower than Founders Edition models.
  • Excellent overclocking potential with high factory boost clocks and stable overhead for manual tuning.
  • Premium build quality featuring a reinforced frame, metal backplate, and high-end aesthetic design.
  • Dual HDMI 2.1 ports, offering better display connectivity than most competing 3080 Ti models.
  • Dual BIOS functionality allowing users to toggle between high-performance and quiet operation modes.

What customers don't like about ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Gaming

  • Extremely high power consumption, often requiring an 850W or 1000W power supply and three 8-pin PCIe connectors.
  • Substantial physical size (2.9-slot design) that may not fit in smaller or standard-sized PC cases.
  • High price premium compared to other 3080 Ti variants and previous generation cards.
  • Occasional reports of coil whine or high-pitched noise under heavy electrical loads.
  • Diminishing returns in value compared to the base RTX 3080 for modest performance gains.
  • Some users report the stock thermal pads on the memory can run hot and may benefit from manual replacement.

Verdict

The ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Gaming is a high-performance graphics card built on NVIDIA's Ampere architecture, featuring 10,240 CUDA cores and 12GB of high-speed GDDR6X memory on a 384-bit interface. This flagship model boasts a 2.9-slot design with a triple Axial-tech fan system and a massive heatsink to provide superior thermal management for its 350W TDP. Key advantages include exceptional 4K gaming performance, robust build quality with a reinforced metal backplate, and dual BIOS modes for performance or quiet operation. However, its significant power requirements—demanding triple 8-pin connectors and a recommended 850W PSU—combined with its massive physical size and premium pricing relative to other aftermarket models, serve as the primary drawbacks.

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