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INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080 X3 review: 117 specs compared

Avg. price:~£1,540VRAM:16 GBMemory bus width:256 bitThermal Design Power (TDP):320 W

INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080 X3 Review: Compare 117 technical specifications and 2 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Graphics cards category and whether it is worth buying.

INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080 X3
8.1/10

Overall score

Score
8.1/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 75% of models
Score components

40%

9.0

Technical score

25%

7.5

Reviews score

25%

?

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

10%

7.8

Sentiment score

â–²Better than 75% of graphics cards
6.4

Value for money

Value for money
6.4/ 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 88% of models
Score components

70%

8.1

Overall score

30%

2.4

Price

â–¼Worse than 88%
9.0

Technical score

Technical score
9.0/ 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 84% of models
Score components

44%

9.5

Performance

24%

9.0

Memory

12%

7.7

Power

11%

9.7

Features

5%

5.2

Design

4%

9.5

Connectivity

â–²Better than 84%
7.5

Reviews score

Reviews score
7.5/ 10
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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–¼ Worse than 64% of models

80%

7.7

Average grade

20%

6.5

Popularity

Grades by review (2)
1 review, with a printed score. 1 video review, 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–¼Worse than 64%
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List score

List score
7.5/ 10
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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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Best rankings
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.

What owners say about the INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080 X3

Based on 204 owners sharing their experience in online comments

72%positive7%mixed21%negative

Owners love the big performance gains, smooth high-resolution gaming, and efficiency; the steep price is the main frustration.

What owners dislike

  • Owners say the card costs too much for the performance, with street prices often around $1,000 to $1,800 depending on region and model.17
  • Owners say the RTX 4090 is only a modest price step up for much more performance, so some wish they had paid for the 4090 instead.3

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

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Technical Specifications of graphics card INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080 X3

Technical score
Technical score
9.0/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 84% of models
Score components:

44%

9.5

Performance

24%

9.0

Memory

12%

7.7

Power

11%

9.7

Features

5%

5.2

Design

4%

9.5

Connectivity

9.0
Reviews score
7.5
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
6.4/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
Score components:

70%

8.1

Overall score

30%

2.4

Price

6.4
3DMark Time Spy benchmark score
28,000 points
Market range: <4.1k points – >30.1k points
INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080x3 scores 28,000 points in 3DMark Time Spy, which is higher than 83.1% of graphics cards and equal to 2% of graphics cards.
3DMark Port Royal score
17,700 points
Market range: <0 points – >22.4k points
INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080x3 scores 17,700 points in 3DMark Port Royal, which is higher than 79.6% of graphics cards.
PassMark (G3D) result
38,061 points
Market range: <7.7k points – >36k points
INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080x3 scores 38,061 points in PassMark G3D, which is higher than 93.2% of graphics cards.
PassMark (DirectCompute) result
20,493 points
Market range: <3.1k points – >26.3k points
INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080x3 scores 20,493 points in PassMark DirectCompute, which is higher than 81.6% of graphics cards and equal to 1.8% of graphics cards.
FP32 performance
48.7 TFLOPS
Market range: <3.94 TFLOPS – >56.3 TFLOPS
INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080x3 delivers 48.7 TFLOPS FP32 performance, which is higher than that of 81.4% of graphics cards and equal to that of 0.7% of graphics cards.
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VRAM
16 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080x3 has 16 GB of VRAM, which is more than 62% of graphics cards and equal to 28.1% of graphics cards.
Memory type
GDDR6X
INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080x3 uses GDDR6X memory, which is newer than on 57.1% of graphics cards and equal to 22.4% of graphics cards.
Memory bus width
256 bit
Market range: <128 bit – >384 bit
INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080x3 uses a 256 bit memory bus, which is wider than that of 50.7% of graphics cards and equal to that of 35.5% of graphics cards.
Maximum memory bandwidth
716.8 GB/s
Market range: <168 GB/s – >960 GB/s
INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080x3 reaches 716.8 GB/s memory bandwidth, which is higher than that of 75.3% of graphics cards and equal to that of 2.6% of graphics cards.
Effective memory speed
22,400 MHz
Market range: <7k MHz – >28k MHz
INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080x3 reaches an effective memory speed of 22,400 MHz, which is faster than that of 73.7% of graphics cards and equal to that of 2.4% of graphics cards.
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PCI Express (PCIe) version
4
INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080x3 supports PCIe 4, which is newer than on 22.5% of graphics cards and equal to 50.5% of graphics cards.
PCIe lanes
x16
INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080x3 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
INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080x3 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
1.4
INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080x3 supports Vulkan 1.4, which is more advanced than on 20.8% of graphics cards and equal to 79.2% of graphics cards.
OpenGL version
4.6
INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080x3 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
INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080x3 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
INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080x3 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
INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080x3 offers 3 DisplayPort outputs, which is more than 21.7% of graphics cards and equal to 76% of graphics cards.
DisplayPort version
1.4a
INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080x3 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
INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080x3 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)
320 W
Market range: <86 W – >360 W
INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080x3 has a TDP of 320 W, which is higher than that of 79.8% of graphics cards and equal to that of 5.6% of graphics cards.
Power consumption while under peak load
320 W
Market range: <106 W – >365 W
INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080x3 draws 320 W under peak load, which is higher than 76.9% of graphics cards and equal to 5% of graphics cards.
Recommended PSU wattage
750 W
Market range: <450 W – >850 W
INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080x3 recommends a 750 W PSU, which is higher than that of 65.4% of graphics cards and equal to that of 16.8% of graphics cards.
Board power limit
320 W
Market range: <107 W – >400 W
INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080x3 has a board power limit of 320 W, which is higher than that of 75.4% of graphics cards and equal to that of 4.1% of graphics cards.
PCIe power spec
340 W
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Size
334x 148x 62 mm
Length
334 mm
Market range: <200 mm – >337 mm
INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080x3 is 334 mm long, which is longer than 87% of graphics cards and equal in length to 0.5% of graphics cards.
Height
148 mm
Market range: <109 mm – >146 mm
INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080x3 is 148 mm tall, which is taller than 91.2% of graphics cards and equal in height to 1.2% of graphics cards.
Slot width
3 slot/s
Market range: <2 slot/s – >3.25 slot/s
INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080x3 occupies 3 slot/s, which is wider than 70.7% of graphics cards and equal in width to 16.8% of graphics cards.
Weight
1,800 g
Market range: <541 g – >2k g
INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080x3 weighs 1,800 g, which is heavier than 83.7% of Graphics cards and equal to 1.1% of Graphics cards.
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INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080 X3 vs the average graphics card

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  • 36 more compute units
    INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080x3 has more compute units than the average graphics card (76 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 compute units.
    76 vs 40
  • 36 more ray tracing cores
    INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080x3 has more ray tracing cores than the average graphics card (76 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 ray tracing cores.
    76 vs 40
  • 48 more ROPs
    INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080x3 has more ROPs than the average graphics card (112 vs 64). The average graphics card has 64 ROPs.
    112 vs 64
  • 2.01x higher texture rate
    INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080x3 has a higher texture rate than the average graphics card (761.5 GTexel/s vs 378 GTexel/s). The average graphics card has a texture rate of 378 GTexel/s.
    761.5 GTexel/s vs 378 GTexel/s
  • 120 more TMUs
    INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080x3 has more TMUs than the average graphics card (304 vs 184). The average graphics card has 184 TMUs.
    304 vs 184
  • 60% higher memory bandwidth
    INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080x3 has a higher memory bandwidth than the average graphics card (716.8 GB/s vs 448 GB/s). The average graphics card has a memory bandwidth of 448 GB/s.
    716.8 GB/s vs 448 GB/s
  • 4 GB more VRAM
    INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080x3 has more VRAM than the average graphics card (16 GB vs 12 GB). The average graphics card has 12 GB VRAM.
    16 GB vs 12 GB
  • 74% higher pixel rate
    INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080x3 has a higher pixel rate than the average graphics card (280.6 GPixel/s vs 161.3 GPixel/s). The average graphics card has a pixel rate of 161.3 GPixel/s.
    280.6 GPixel/s vs 161.3 GPixel/s
  • 36 more compute units
    INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080x3 has more compute units than the average graphics card (76 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 compute units.
    76 vs 40
  • 36 more ray tracing cores
    INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080x3 has more ray tracing cores than the average graphics card (76 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 ray tracing cores.
    76 vs 40
  • 48 more ROPs
    INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080x3 has more ROPs than the average graphics card (112 vs 64). The average graphics card has 64 ROPs.
    112 vs 64
  • 2.01x higher texture rate
    INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080x3 has a higher texture rate than the average graphics card (761.5 GTexel/s vs 378 GTexel/s). The average graphics card has a texture rate of 378 GTexel/s.
    761.5 GTexel/s vs 378 GTexel/s
  • 120 more TMUs
    INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080x3 has more TMUs than the average graphics card (304 vs 184). The average graphics card has 184 TMUs.
    304 vs 184
  • 74% higher pixel rate
    INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080x3 has a higher pixel rate than the average graphics card (280.6 GPixel/s vs 161.3 GPixel/s). The average graphics card has a pixel rate of 161.3 GPixel/s.
    280.6 GPixel/s vs 161.3 GPixel/s
  • 160 more AI cores
    INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080x3 has more AI cores than the average graphics card (304 vs 144). The average graphics card has 144 AI cores.
    304 vs 144
  • 2.15x higher FP32 performance
    INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080x3 has a higher FP32 performance than the average graphics card (48.7 TFLOPS vs 22.6 TFLOPS). The average graphics card has FP32 performance of 22.6 TFLOPS.
    48.7 TFLOPS vs 22.6 TFLOPS
  • 2.4% higher boost clock speed
    INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080x3 has a higher boost GPU clock than the average graphics card (2,565 MHz vs 2,505 MHz). The average graphics card has a boost GPU clock of 2,505 MHz.
    2,565 MHz vs 2,505 MHz
  • 68.1% higher PassMark score
    INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080x3 has a higher PassMark score than the average graphics card (38,061 points vs 22,638 points). The average graphics card has a PassMark score of 22,638 points.
    38,061 points vs 22,638 points
  • 89.5% higher gaming score
    INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080x3 has a higher gaming score than the average graphics card (28,000 points vs 14,779 points). The average graphics card has a gaming score of 14,779 points.
    28,000 points vs 14,779 points
  • 14.8% higher base clock speed
    INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080x3 has a higher base GPU clock than the average graphics card (2,205 MHz vs 1920 MHz). The average graphics card has a base GPU clock of 1920 MHz.
    2,205 MHz vs 1,920 MHz
  • 93.5% higher ray tracing score
    INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080x3 has a higher ray tracing score than the average graphics card (17,700 points vs 9,148 points). The average graphics card has a ray tracing score of 9,148 points.
    17,700 points vs 9,148 points
  • 3.22x higher INT8 performance
    INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080x3 has a higher INT8 performance than the average graphics card (780 TOPS vs 242 TOPS). The average graphics card has INT8 performance of 242 TOPS.
    780 TOPS vs 242 TOPS
  • 5,376 more FP32 units
    INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080x3 has more FP32 units than the average graphics card (9,728 vs 4,352). The average graphics card has 4,352 FP32 units.
    9,728 vs 4,352
  • 60% higher memory bandwidth
    INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080x3 has a higher memory bandwidth than the average graphics card (716.8 GB/s vs 448 GB/s). The average graphics card has a memory bandwidth of 448 GB/s.
    716.8 GB/s vs 448 GB/s
  • 4 GB more VRAM
    INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080x3 has more VRAM than the average graphics card (16 GB vs 12 GB). The average graphics card has 12 GB VRAM.
    16 GB vs 12 GB
  • 64 bit wider memory bus
    INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080x3 has a wider memory bus than the average graphics card (256 bit vs 192 bit). The average graphics card has a memory bus width of 192 bit.
    256 bit vs 192 bit
  • Supports ECC memory
    INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080x3 supports ECC memory, the average graphics card does not.
  • 2.67x larger L2 cache
    INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080x3 has more L2 cache than the average graphics card (64 MB vs 24 MB). The average graphics card has 24 MB L2 cache.
    64 MB vs 24 MB
  • 17.9% faster memory speed
    INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080x3 has a higher effective memory speed than the average graphics card (22,400 MHz vs 19,000 MHz). The average graphics card reaches an effective memory speed of 19,000 MHz.
    22,400 MHz vs 19,000 MHz
  • 16x more Infinity Cache
    INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080x3 has more Infinity Cache than the average graphics card (64 MB vs 4 MB). The average graphics card has 4 MB Infinity Cache.
    64 MB vs 4 MB
  • 20% smaller process node
    INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080x3 uses a smaller manufacturing process than the average graphics card (4 nm vs 5 nm). The average graphics card uses a manufacturing process of 5 nm.
    4 nm vs 5 nm
  • 2x more transistors
    INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080x3 has more transistors than the average graphics card (45,900 million vs 22,900 million). The average graphics card has 22,900 million transistors.
    45,900 million vs 22,900 million
  • 4x higher HDMI bandwidth
    INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080x3 has a higher HDMI bandwidth than the average graphics card (48 Gbps vs 12 Gbps). The average graphics card has HDMI bandwidth of 12 Gbps.
    48 Gbps vs 12 Gbps
  • No dual BIOS
    INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080x3 does not include dual BIOS, the average graphics card does.
  • Less advanced frame generation
    INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080x3 has less advanced frame generation than the average graphics card (frame generation vs multi frame generation).
    frame generation vs multi frame generation
  • 48.8% higher TDP
    INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080x3 has a higher TDP than the average graphics card (320 W vs 215 W). The average graphics card has a TDP of 215 W.
    320 W vs 215 W
  • 23 mm higher card profile
    INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080x3 is taller than the average graphics card (148 mm vs 125 mm). The average graphics card has a height of 125 mm.
    148 mm vs 125 mm
  • 51.8 mm longer card length
    INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080x3 is longer than the average graphics card (334 mm vs 282.2 mm). The average graphics card has a length of 282.2 mm.
    334 mm vs 282.2 mm
  • 2.96x more expensive
    INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080x3 is more expensive than the average graphics card (£1,540 vs £520).
    £1,540 vs £520
  • 0.5 slot/s wider design
    INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080x3 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
  • 15.4% higher PSU requirement
    INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080x3 has a higher PSU requirement than the average graphics card (750 W vs 650 W). The average graphics card has a PSU requirement of 650 W.
    750 W vs 650 W
  • 2.96x more expensive
    INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080x3 is more expensive than the average graphics card (£1,540 vs £520).
    £1,540 vs £520
  • 16% worse value for money
    INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080x3 has worse value for money than the average graphics card (6.39 vs 7.4).
    6.39 vs 7.41
  • 1 years older
    INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080x3 was released earlier than the average graphics card (2022 vs 2023).
    November 2022
    2022 vs 2023
  • 20% slower VRAM clock
    INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080x3 has a lower VRAM clock than the average graphics card (1,400 MHz vs 1,750 MHz). The average graphics card runs its VRAM at 1,750 MHz.
    1,400 MHz vs 1,750 MHz
  • Less advanced frame generation
    INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080x3 has less advanced frame generation than the average graphics card (frame generation vs multi frame generation).
    frame generation vs multi frame generation
  • 28.9% larger GPU die
    INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080x3 has a higher GPU die size than the average graphics card (379 mm² vs 294 mm²). The average graphics card has a GPU die size of 294 mm².
    379 mm² vs 294 mm²
  • Older HDMI version
    INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080x3 supports an older HDMI version than the average graphics card (2.1 vs 2.1a).
    2.1 vs 2.1a
  • Older NVDEC generation
    INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080x3 has a lower NVDEC generation than the average graphics card (5 vs 6). The average graphics card offers NVDEC generation 6.
    5 vs 6
  • No dual BIOS
    INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080x3 does not include dual BIOS, the average graphics card does.
  • 48.8% higher TDP
    INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080x3 has a higher TDP than the average graphics card (320 W vs 215 W). The average graphics card has a TDP of 215 W.
    320 W vs 215 W
  • 15.4% higher PSU requirement
    INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080x3 has a higher PSU requirement than the average graphics card (750 W vs 650 W). The average graphics card has a PSU requirement of 650 W.
    750 W vs 650 W
  • 15 °C lower thermal ceiling
    INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080x3 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
  • 45.5% higher board power limit
    INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080x3 has a higher board power limit than the average graphics card (320 W vs 220 W). The average graphics card has a board power limit of 220 W.
    320 W vs 220 W
  • 45.5% higher peak power draw
    INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080x3 has a higher peak power draw than the average graphics card (320 W vs 220 W). The average graphics card has a peak power draw of 220 W.
    320 W vs 220 W
  • 23 mm higher card profile
    INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080x3 is taller than the average graphics card (148 mm vs 125 mm). The average graphics card has a height of 125 mm.
    148 mm vs 125 mm
  • 51.8 mm longer card length
    INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080x3 is longer than the average graphics card (334 mm vs 282.2 mm). The average graphics card has a length of 282.2 mm.
    334 mm vs 282.2 mm
  • 0.5 slot/s wider design
    INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080x3 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
  • 77.5% heavier
    INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080x3 is heavier than the average graphics card (1,800 g vs 1,014 g). The average graphics card weighs 1,014 g.
    1,800 g vs 1,014 g

Video reviews

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

6.0
KitGuruTech
≈ estimated
25/11/2022
Hands-on review · cooling, noise and game benchmarks
Verdict
INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080 X3 is quiet and well-cooled, but the RTX 4080 is poor value; waiting for RDNA3 is advised.
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kitguru.net
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25/11/2022
Launch review · RTX 4080 triple-fan card
Verdict
The Inno3D RTX 4080 iChill X3 is a flashy triple-fan card with a 60MHz factory overclock, but its 320W power limit is left at Nvidia's default.

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What customers like about INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080 X3

  • Excellent thermal performance, specifically noted for having some of the best GDDR6X memory thermals
  • One of the quietest RTX 4080 models available during operation
  • Striking and eye-catching aesthetic design with aggressive angles and plentiful RGB lighting
  • Lighter than the Founders Edition due to a predominantly plastic shroud, reducing PCIe slot strain
  • Includes a physical GPU support bracket/holder to prevent sagging
  • Features a factory overclock (60 MHz) for a slight performance boost over stock models

What customers don't like about INNO3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080 X3

  • Lacks a dual-BIOS switch, which is standard on many competing flagship cards
  • The power limit is locked at 100%, limiting the potential for manual overclocking by enthusiasts
  • Very large physical dimensions (334mm length) that may not fit in all cases
  • No vapor chamber; instead, it uses a traditional nickel-plated copper base plate
  • Poor value proposition at its initial launch price compared to upcoming competitors
  • Manufacturer customer support and warranty handling have received negative feedback from some users

Verdict

The Inno3D iCHILL GeForce RTX 4080 X3 is a high-performance graphics card built on the NVIDIA Ada Lovelace architecture, featuring 9,728 CUDA cores and 16GB of GDDR6X memory on a 256-bit bus. It operates with a factory-overclocked boost clock of 2,565 MHz and a memory speed of 22.4 Gbps, delivering up to 716.8 GB/s bandwidth with a 320W TGP. Main characteristics include its massive triple-slot cooling system with three 98mm fans, programmable RGB lighting, and a large copper base for superior thermal conductivity. Pros include exceptional 4K gaming and ray-tracing performance, a weight-saving design compared to the Founders Edition, and inclusion of an adjustable GPU holder to prevent sag. Cons include its substantial physical footprint (334mm length), lack of a dual BIOS switch, and an audible fan profile when under heavy load.

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