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MSI GeForce RTX 2080 Ti Duke OC review: 117 specs compared

Avg. price:~£950VRAM:11 GBMemory bus width:352 bitThermal Design Power (TDP):260 W

MSI GeForce RTX 2080 Ti Duke OC Review: Compare 117 technical specifications and 7 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Graphics cards category and whether it is worth buying.

MSI GeForce RTX 2080 Ti Duke OC
7.7/10

Overall score

Score
7.7/ 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
▲ Better than 59% of models
Score components

40%

7.2

Technical score

25%

8.1

Reviews score

25%

?

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

10%

8.6

Sentiment score

▲Better than 59% of graphics cards
7.0

Value for money

Value for money
7.0/ 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
▼ Worse than 75% of models
Score components

70%

7.7

Overall score

30%

5.5

Price

▼Worse than 75%
7.2

Technical score

Technical score
7.2/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 53% of models
Score components

44%

6.7

Performance

24%

6.7

Memory

12%

8.2

Power

11%

8.7

Features

5%

7.4

Design

4%

8.7

Connectivity

▲Better than 53%
8.1

Reviews score

Reviews score
8.1/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 60% of models

80%

8.0

Average grade

20%

8.3

Popularity

Grades by review (7)
4 reviews: 1 with a printed score, 3 estimated from the review. 3 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.
▲Better than 60%
?

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.
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Best rankings
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What reviewers say about the MSI GeForce RTX 2080 Ti Duke OC

Based on 4 · 3

Reviewers agree it runs cool, performs strongly and looks good, with noise mostly praised and only rarely criticised.
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What owners say about the MSI GeForce RTX 2080 Ti Duke OC

Based on 178 owners sharing their experience in online comments

77%positive11%mixed12%negative

Owners praise its lasting gaming speed, while heat and weaker performance in newer demanding games are the clearest drawbacks.

What owners dislike

  • Newer demanding games, especially with ray tracing at 4K, can drop below 60 fps, and some Unreal Engine 5 titles run poorly.11
  • Blower and poorly cooled cards can reach 80 to 83°C under full load, with hotspots near 106°C; repasting and mounting washers helped some owners.8
  • Some cards have failed after a few weeks or months, with reported VRAM chip failure, random crashes, and boot problems.8
  • Many games lack SLI support, and where it is used it can cause micro-stuttering that some owners find unpleasant.3

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

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Technical Specifications of graphics card MSI GeForce RTX 2080 Ti Duke OC

Technical score
Technical score
7.2/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 53% of models
Score components:

44%

6.7

Performance

24%

6.7

Memory

12%

8.2

Power

11%

8.7

Features

5%

7.4

Design

4%

8.7

Connectivity

7.2
Reviews score
8.1
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
7.0/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 75% of models
Score components:

70%

7.7

Overall score

30%

5.5

Price

7.0
3DMark Time Spy benchmark score
13,787 points
Market range: <4.1k points – >30.1k points
This graphics card scores 13,787 points in 3DMark Time Spy, which is lower than 52.7% of graphics cards.
3DMark Port Royal score
10,103 points
Market range: <0 points – >22.4k points
This graphics card scores 10,103 points in 3DMark Port Royal, which is higher than 54.9% of graphics cards and equal to 0.1% of graphics cards.
PassMark (G3D) result
23,605 points
Market range: <7.7k points – >36k points
This graphics card scores 23,605 points in PassMark G3D, which is higher than 54.9% of graphics cards.
PassMark (DirectCompute) result
12,461 points
Market range: <3.1k points – >26.3k points
This graphics card scores 12,461 points in PassMark DirectCompute, which is higher than 52% of graphics cards.
FP32 performance
14.49 TFLOPS
Market range: <3.94 TFLOPS – >56.3 TFLOPS
This graphics card delivers 14.49 TFLOPS FP32 performance, which is lower than that of 64.6% of graphics cards.
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What reviewers say
VRAM
11 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This graphics card has 11 GB of VRAM, which is less than 54.1% of graphics cards and equal to 1.4% of graphics cards.
Memory type
GDDR6
This graphics card uses GDDR6 memory, which is newer than on 16.4% of graphics cards and equal to 40.3% of graphics cards.
Memory bus width
352 bit
Market range: <128 bit – >384 bit
This graphics card uses a 352 bit memory bus, which is wider than that of 88.2% of graphics cards and equal to that of 1.4% of graphics cards.
Maximum memory bandwidth
616 GB/s
Market range: <168 GB/s – >960 GB/s
This graphics card reaches 616 GB/s memory bandwidth, which is higher than that of 64.4% of graphics cards and equal to that of 0.6% of graphics cards.
Effective memory speed
14,000 MHz
Market range: <7k MHz – >28k MHz
This graphics card reaches an effective memory speed of 14,000 MHz, which is slower than that of 69.4% of graphics cards and equal to that of 11.1% of graphics cards.
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PCI Express (PCIe) version
3
This graphics card supports PCIe 3, which is older than on 77.6% of graphics cards and equal to 20.1% 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
1.4
This graphics card 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
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)
260 W
Market range: <86 W – >360 W
This graphics card has a TDP of 260 W, which is higher than that of 65.4% of graphics cards and equal to that of 0.7% of graphics cards.
Power consumption while under peak load
250 W
Market range: <106 W – >365 W
This graphics card draws 250 W under peak load, which is higher than 57.6% of graphics cards and equal to 4.8% of graphics cards.
Recommended PSU wattage
650 W
Market range: <450 W – >850 W
This graphics card recommends a 650 W PSU, which is lower than that of 39.2% of graphics cards and equal to that of 13.9% of graphics cards.
Board power limit
330 W
Market range: <107 W – >400 W
This graphics card has a board power limit of 330 W, which is higher than that of 79.5% of graphics cards and equal to that of 1.1% of graphics cards.
PCIe power spec
260 W
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What reviewers say
Size
314x 120x 50 mm
Length
314 mm
Market range: <200 mm – >337 mm
This graphics card is 314 mm long, which is longer than 70.1% of graphics cards and equal in length to 0.1% of graphics cards.
Height
120 mm
Market range: <109 mm – >146 mm
This graphics card is 120 mm tall, which is shorter than 59.3% of graphics cards and equal in height to 5.3% of graphics cards.
Slot width
2.5 slot/s
Market range: <2 slot/s – >3.25 slot/s
This graphics card occupies 2.5 slot/s, which is slimmer than 35.4% of graphics cards and equal in width to 14.7% of graphics cards.
Weight
1,233 g
Market range: <541 g – >2k g
This graphics card weighs 1,233 g, which is heavier than 63.1% of Graphics cards and equal to 0.1% of Graphics cards.
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What reviewers say

MSI GeForce RTX 2080 Ti Duke OC vs the average graphics card

246810TotalPerformanceMemoryFeaturesConnectivityPowerDesign
  • 160 bit wider memory bus
    This graphics card has a wider memory bus than the average graphics card (352 bit vs 192 bit). The average graphics card has a memory bus width of 192 bit.
    352 bit vs 192 bit
  • 400 more AI cores
    This graphics card has more AI cores than the average graphics card (544 vs 144). The average graphics card has 144 AI cores.
    544 vs 144
  • 28 more compute units
    This graphics card has more compute units than the average graphics card (68 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 compute units.
    68 vs 40
  • 28 more ray tracing cores
    This graphics card has more ray tracing cores than the average graphics card (68 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 ray tracing cores.
    68 vs 40
  • 88 more TMUs
    This graphics card has more TMUs than the average graphics card (272 vs 184). The average graphics card has 184 TMUs.
    272 vs 184
  • 37.5% higher memory bandwidth
    This graphics card has a higher memory bandwidth than the average graphics card (616 GB/s vs 448 GB/s). The average graphics card has a memory bandwidth of 448 GB/s.
    616 GB/s vs 448 GB/s
  • 24 more ROPs
    This graphics card has more ROPs than the average graphics card (88 vs 64). The average graphics card has 64 ROPs.
    88 vs 64
  • 12.5% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.1/ 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
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ▲ Better than 60% of models

    80%

    8.0

    Average grade

    20%

    8.3

    Popularity

    Grades by review (7)
    4 reviews: 1 with a printed score, 3 estimated from the review. 3 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.
    8.1 vs 7.2
  • 12.5% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.1/ 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
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ▲ Better than 60% of models

    80%

    8.0

    Average grade

    20%

    8.3

    Popularity

    Grades by review (7)
    4 reviews: 1 with a printed score, 3 estimated from the review. 3 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.
    8.1 vs 7.2
  • 400 more AI cores
    This graphics card has more AI cores than the average graphics card (544 vs 144). The average graphics card has 144 AI cores.
    544 vs 144
  • 28 more compute units
    This graphics card has more compute units than the average graphics card (68 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 compute units.
    68 vs 40
  • 28 more ray tracing cores
    This graphics card has more ray tracing cores than the average graphics card (68 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 ray tracing cores.
    68 vs 40
  • 88 more TMUs
    This graphics card has more TMUs than the average graphics card (272 vs 184). The average graphics card has 184 TMUs.
    272 vs 184
  • 24 more ROPs
    This graphics card has more ROPs than the average graphics card (88 vs 64). The average graphics card has 64 ROPs.
    88 vs 64
  • 19.8% higher texture rate
    This graphics card has a higher texture rate than the average graphics card (452.9 GTexel/s vs 378 GTexel/s). The average graphics card has a texture rate of 378 GTexel/s.
    452.9 GTexel/s vs 378 GTexel/s
  • 160 bit wider memory bus
    This graphics card has a wider memory bus than the average graphics card (352 bit vs 192 bit). The average graphics card has a memory bus width of 192 bit.
    352 bit vs 192 bit
  • 37.5% higher memory bandwidth
    This graphics card has a higher memory bandwidth than the average graphics card (616 GB/s vs 448 GB/s). The average graphics card has a memory bandwidth of 448 GB/s.
    616 GB/s vs 448 GB/s
  • 2 more GPUs supported
    This graphics card supports more GPUs in multi-GPU mode than the average graphics card (2 vs 0). The average graphics card supports 0 GPUs in multi-GPU mode.
    2 vs 0
  • Supports multi-GPU linking
    This graphics card supports multi-GPU linking, the average graphics card does not.
  • Supports NVLink
    This graphics card supports NVLink, the average graphics card does not.
  • 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).
  • 2.4x larger process node
    This graphics card uses a larger manufacturing process than the average graphics card (12 nm vs 5 nm). The average graphics card uses a manufacturing process of 5 nm.
    12 nm vs 5 nm
  • 29.7% lower base clock speed
    This graphics card has a lower base GPU clock than the average graphics card (1,350 MHz vs 1920 MHz). The average graphics card has a base GPU clock of 1920 MHz.
    1,350 MHz vs 1,920 MHz
  • No fan stop
    This graphics card does not support fan stop, the average graphics card does.
  • 26.3% slower memory speed
    This graphics card has a lower effective memory speed than the average graphics card (14,000 MHz vs 19,000 MHz). The average graphics card reaches an effective memory speed of 19,000 MHz.
    14,000 MHz vs 19,000 MHz
  • No AV1 encoding
    This graphics card does not support AV1 encoding, the average graphics card does.
  • Older PCIe version
    This graphics card supports an older PCIe version than the average graphics card (3 vs 4).
    3 vs 4
  • 82.7% more expensive
    MSI GeForce RTX 2080 Ti Duke OC is more expensive than the average graphics card (£950 vs £520).
    £950 vs £520
  • 5.8% worse value for money
    MSI GeForce RTX 2080 Ti Duke OC has worse value for money than the average graphics card (7.01 vs 7.4).
    7.01 vs 7.41
  • 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
  • 29.7% lower base clock speed
    This graphics card has a lower base GPU clock than the average graphics card (1,350 MHz vs 1920 MHz). The average graphics card has a base GPU clock of 1920 MHz.
    1,350 MHz vs 1,920 MHz
  • 5 years older
    This graphics card was released earlier than the average graphics card (2018 vs 2023).
    September 2018
    2018 vs 2023
  • 35.9% lower FP32 performance
    This graphics card has a lower FP32 performance than the average graphics card (14.5 TFLOPS vs 22.6 TFLOPS). The average graphics card has FP32 performance of 22.6 TFLOPS.
    14.49 TFLOPS vs 22.6 TFLOPS
  • 9.2% lower pixel rate
    This graphics card has a lower pixel rate than the average graphics card (146.5 GPixel/s vs 161.3 GPixel/s). The average graphics card has a pixel rate of 161.3 GPixel/s.
    146.5 GPixel/s vs 161.3 GPixel/s
  • 26.3% slower memory speed
    This graphics card has a lower effective memory speed than the average graphics card (14,000 MHz vs 19,000 MHz). The average graphics card reaches an effective memory speed of 19,000 MHz.
    14,000 MHz vs 19,000 MHz
  • 1 GB less VRAM
    This graphics card has fewer VRAM than the average graphics card (11 GB vs 12 GB). The average graphics card has 12 GB VRAM.
    11 GB vs 12 GB
  • 79.2% smaller L2 cache
    This graphics card has fewer L2 cache than the average graphics card (5 MB vs 24 MB). The average graphics card has 24 MB L2 cache.
    5 MB vs 24 MB
  • 50% smaller L1 cache
    This graphics card has fewer L1 cache than the average graphics card (64 KB vs 128 KB). The average graphics card has 128 KB L1 cache.
    64 KB vs 128 KB
  • Less advanced frame generation
    This graphics card has less advanced frame generation than the average graphics card (no vs multi frame generation).
  • 2.4x larger process node
    This graphics card uses a larger manufacturing process than the average graphics card (12 nm vs 5 nm). The average graphics card uses a manufacturing process of 5 nm.
    12 nm vs 5 nm
  • Older PCIe version
    This graphics card supports an older PCIe version than the average graphics card (3 vs 4).
    3 vs 4
  • No Resizable BAR
    This graphics card does not support Resizable BAR, while the average graphics card does. 76.4% of Graphics cards support it.
  • 2.56x larger GPU die
    This graphics card has a higher GPU die size than the average graphics card (754 mm² vs 294 mm²). The average graphics card has a GPU die size of 294 mm².
    754 mm² vs 294 mm²
  • Older FSR version
    This graphics card supports an older FSR version than the average graphics card (3 vs 3.1).
    3 vs 3.1
  • 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 (2.0b vs 2.1a).
    2.0b vs 2.1a
  • No AV1 decoding
    This graphics card does not support AV1 decoding, the average graphics card does.
  • More basic codec support
    This graphics card encodes more basic formats than the average graphics card (H.264/H.265 vs H.264/H.265/AV1/VP9).
    H.264/H.265 vs H.264/H.265/AV1/VP9
  • Older HDCP version
    This graphics card supports an older HDCP version than the average graphics card (2.2 vs 2.3).
    2.2 vs 2.3
  • Older NVDEC generation
    This graphics card has a lower NVDEC generation than the average graphics card (4 vs 6). The average graphics card offers NVDEC generation 6.
    4 vs 6
  • No fan stop
    This graphics card does not support fan stop, the average graphics card does.
  • 20.9% higher TDP
    This graphics card has a higher TDP than the average graphics card (260 W vs 215 W). The average graphics card has a TDP of 215 W.
    260 W vs 215 W
  • 50% higher board power limit
    This graphics card has a higher board power limit than the average graphics card (330 W vs 220 W). The average graphics card has a board power limit of 220 W.
    330 W vs 220 W
  • 10 °C lower thermal ceiling
    This graphics card has a lower thermal ceiling than the average graphics card (105 °C vs 95 °C). The average graphics card has a thermal ceiling of 95 °C.
    105 °C vs 95 °C
  • 16 °C higher idle temperature
    This graphics card has a higher idle temperature than the average graphics card (53 °C vs 37 °C). The average graphics card has an idle temperature of 37 °C.
    53 °C vs 37 °C
  • 6 °C higher load temperature
    This graphics card has a higher load temperature than the average graphics card (73 °C vs 67 °C). The average graphics card has a load temperature of 67 °C.
    73 °C vs 67 °C
  • 31.8 mm longer card length
    This graphics card is longer than the average graphics card (314 mm vs 282.2 mm). The average graphics card has a length of 282.2 mm.
    314 mm vs 282.2 mm

Video reviews

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

9.0
PC Crazy
≈ estimated
12/03/2019
Unboxing and review · Battlefield 5 test · temperatures
Verdict
MSI GeForce RTX 2080 Ti Duke OC is an excellent card that runs Battlefield 5 at very high frame rates on a 1440p monitor.
5.0
TastyPC
≈ estimated
30/12/2018
Upgrade video · benchmarks and game tests
Verdict
MSI GeForce RTX 2080 Ti Duke OC delivers excellent 4K performance, but it isn't worth buying at this price.
6.0
BPS Customs
≈ estimated
14/10/2018
Hands-on review · noise, cooling and 4K performance tests
Verdict
MSI GeForce RTX 2080 Ti Duke OC is quiet, cool and fast, but its retail price makes it hard to recommend.

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

10
techpowerup.com
✓ explicit
19/09/2018
Benchmark review · Factory-overclocked card
Verdict
The MSI GeForce RTX 2080 Ti Duke has a standard circuit board but adds TorX 2.0 fans, a backplate and an overclock, suiting buyers who want a simple upgrade.
9.0
guru3d.com
≈ estimated
21/09/2018
Hands-on test · Slim triple-fan card
Verdict
The MSI GeForce RTX 2080 Ti Duke is a slim card that matches the Trio's performance while staying quiet, suiting buyers who want speed without the bulk.
8.0
elchapuzasinformatico.com
≈ estimated
11/10/2018
Lab test · Quiet triple-fan card
Verdict
The MSI GeForce RTX 2080 Ti Duke stays silent at idle and runs cooler and quieter than Nvidia's Founders Edition under load, but needs a roomy case.
9.0
techtesters.eu
≈ estimated
11/12/2018
Hands-on test · Triple-fan 2080 Ti
Verdict
The MSI GeForce RTX 2080 Ti Duke looks high-end with a sturdy frame, thick backplate and restrained styling, suiting buyers who want a clean card over flashy lighting.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about MSI GeForce RTX 2080 Ti Duke OC

  • Unrivaled 4K gaming performance at launch, capable of 60fps in most titles at high settings
  • Excellent triple-fan cooling system that remains quiet and keeps temps around 71-74°C even under stress
  • Zero Frozr technology allows fans to shut off completely below 56-60°C for silent operation at idle
  • Smart, non-ostentatious black-and-grey aesthetic with a high-quality metal backplate and configurable RGB lighting
  • Includes a specialized anti-sag bracket to support its large size and prevent PCB droop
  • High overclocking potential with users reporting core speeds reaching over 2000 MHz

What customers don't like about MSI GeForce RTX 2080 Ti Duke OC

  • Extremely high launch price, often exceeding £1,100, making it a poor value proposition for many gamers
  • Significant physical dimensions (314mm length) and 3-slot height may cause compatibility issues with smaller PC cases
  • Very high power consumption requires a high-quality power supply (650W minimum, 800W recommended)
  • Factory overclock is relatively conservative (+30MHz) compared to higher-tier models like the Gaming X Trio
  • Features like Ray Tracing and DLSS had limited software support at launch, leading some reviewers to question the immediate value of the 'RTX tax'

Verdict

The MSI GeForce RTX 2080 Ti Duke OC is a high-end graphics card built on NVIDIA's Turing architecture, featuring 4,352 CUDA cores and 11GB of GDDR6 memory on a 352-bit bus. It comes factory-overclocked with a boost clock of 1,665 MHz and utilizes a triple-fan cooling system with MSI’s patented TORX 2.0 fans and Zero Frozr technology for silent operation under low loads. Main pros include exceptional 4K gaming performance, support for real-time ray tracing and DLSS, and a premium aesthetic featuring a metallic backplate and customisable RGB Mystic Light. However, potential cons include its massive physical footprint at 314mm in length, which may cause sagging or limit case compatibility, and its significant power requirement of 250W TDP, needing a minimum 650W power supply.

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