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MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3X 16GB review: 117 specs compared

Avg. price:~£1,170VRAM:16 GBMemory bus width:256 bitThermal Design Power (TDP):320 W

MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3X 16GB 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.

MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3X 16GB
8.2/10

Overall score

Score
8.2/ 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 78% of models
Score components

40%

9.0

Technical score

25%

7.8

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 78% 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
â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
Score components

70%

8.2

Overall score

30%

4.3

Price

â–¼Worse than 75%
9.0

Technical score

Technical score
9.0/ 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 83% of models
Score components

44%

9.5

Performance

24%

9.0

Memory

12%

7.7

Power

11%

9.7

Features

5%

5.6

Design

4%

9.6

Connectivity

â–²Better than 83%
7.8

Reviews score

Reviews score
7.8/ 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–¼ Worse than 55% of models

80%

8.1

Average grade

20%

6.5

Popularity

Grades by review (2)
1 review, its grade estimated from the review text. 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 55%
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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 MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3X 16GB

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 MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3X 16GB

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 83% of models
Score components:

44%

9.5

Performance

24%

9.0

Memory

12%

7.7

Power

11%

9.7

Features

5%

5.6

Design

4%

9.6

Connectivity

9.0
Reviews score
7.8
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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
Score components:

70%

8.2

Overall score

30%

4.3

Price

7.0
3DMark Time Spy benchmark score
28,000 points
Market range: <4.1k points – >30.1k points
MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3x16GB 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
17,600 points
Market range: <0 points – >22.4k points
MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3x16GB scores 17,600 points in 3DMark Port Royal, which is higher than 78.1% of graphics cards and equal to 0.6% of graphics cards.
PassMark (G3D) result
34,460 points
Market range: <7.7k points – >36k points
MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3x16GB scores 34,460 points in PassMark G3D, which is higher than 86.3% of graphics cards and equal to 0.8% of graphics cards.
PassMark (DirectCompute) result
20,493 points
Market range: <3.1k points – >26.3k points
MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3x16GB 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
MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3x16GB 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
MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3x16GB has 16 GB of VRAM, which is more than 62% of graphics cards and equal to 28.1% of graphics cards.
Memory type
GDDR6X
MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3x16GB 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
MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3x16GB 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
MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3x16GB 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
MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3x16GB 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
MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3x16GB supports PCIe 4, which is newer than on 22.5% of graphics cards and equal to 50.5% of graphics cards.
PCIe lanes
x16
MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3x16GB 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
MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3x16GB 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
MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3x16GB 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
MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3x16GB 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
MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3x16GB 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
MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3x16GB 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
MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3x16GB offers 3 DisplayPort outputs, which is more than 21.7% of graphics cards and equal to 76% of graphics cards.
DisplayPort version
1.4a
MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3x16GB 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
25.92 Gbps
Market range: <5.4 Gbps – >80 Gbps
MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3x16GB supports DisplayPort link rates up to 25.92 Gbps, which is faster than on 51.7% of graphics cards and equal to 4.3% of graphics cards.
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Thermal Design Power (TDP)
320 W
Market range: <86 W – >360 W
MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3x16GB 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
MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3x16GB 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
MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3x16GB 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
MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3x16GB 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
320 W
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Size
322x 136x 63 mm
Length
322 mm
Market range: <200 mm – >337 mm
MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3x16GB is 322 mm long, which is longer than 75.3% of graphics cards and equal in length to 1.1% of graphics cards.
Height
136 mm
Market range: <109 mm – >146 mm
MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3x16GB is 136 mm tall, which is taller than 72.2% of graphics cards and equal in height to 1.3% of graphics cards.
Slot width
3 slot/s
Market range: <2 slot/s – >3.25 slot/s
MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3x16GB occupies 3 slot/s, which is wider than 70.7% of graphics cards and equal in width to 16.8% of graphics cards.
Weight
1,595 g
Market range: <541 g – >2k g
MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3x16GB weighs 1,595 g, which is heavier than 78.8% of Graphics cards and equal to 0.2% of Graphics cards.
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MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3X 16GB vs the average graphics card

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  • 36 more compute units
    MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3x16GB 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
    MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3x16GB 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
    MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3x16GB 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
    MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3x16GB 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
    MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3x16GB 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
    MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3x16GB 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
    MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3x16GB 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
    MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3x16GB 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
  • 8.3% higher review score
    Reviews score
    7.8/ 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–¼ Worse than 55% of models

    80%

    8.1

    Average grade

    20%

    6.5

    Popularity

    Grades by review (2)
    1 review, its grade estimated from the review text. 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.
    7.8 vs 7.2
  • 36 more compute units
    MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3x16GB 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
    MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3x16GB 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
    MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3x16GB 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
    MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3x16GB 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
    MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3x16GB 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
    MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3x16GB 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
    MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3x16GB 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
    MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3x16GB 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
  • 52.2% higher PassMark score
    MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3x16GB has a higher PassMark score than the average graphics card (34,460 points vs 22,638 points). The average graphics card has a PassMark score of 22,638 points.
    34,460 points vs 22,638 points
  • 89.5% higher gaming score
    MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3x16GB 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
    MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3x16GB 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
  • 92.4% higher ray tracing score
    MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3x16GB has a higher ray tracing score than the average graphics card (17,600 points vs 9,148 points). The average graphics card has a ray tracing score of 9,148 points.
    17,600 points vs 9,148 points
  • 3.22x higher INT8 performance
    MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3x16GB 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
    MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3x16GB 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
    MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3x16GB 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
    MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3x16GB 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
    MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3x16GB 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
    MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3x16GB supports ECC memory, the average graphics card does not.
  • 2.67x larger L2 cache
    MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3x16GB 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
    MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3x16GB 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
    MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3x16GB 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
  • 2x more transistors
    MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3x16GB 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
  • No dual BIOS
    MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3x16GB does not include dual BIOS, the average graphics card does.
  • Less advanced frame generation
    MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3x16GB 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
    MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3x16GB 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
  • No RGB lighting
    MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3x16GB does not include RGB lighting, the average graphics card does.
  • 39.8 mm longer card length
    MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3x16GB is longer than the average graphics card (322 mm vs 282.2 mm). The average graphics card has a length of 282.2 mm.
    322 mm vs 282.2 mm
  • 0.5 slot/s wider design
    MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3x16GB 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
    MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3x16GB 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
  • 45.5% higher board power limit
    MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3x16GB 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
  • 2.25x more expensive
    MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3x16GB is more expensive than the average graphics card (£1,170 vs £520).
    £1,170 vs £520
  • 5.5% worse value for money
    MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3x16GB has worse value for money than the average graphics card (7.03 vs 7.4).
    7.03 vs 7.41
  • 1 years older
    MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3x16GB was released earlier than the average graphics card (2022 vs 2023).
    November 2022
    2022 vs 2023
  • 20% slower VRAM clock
    MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3x16GB 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
    MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3x16GB 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
    MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3x16GB 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
  • 2 fewer monitors per output type
    MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3x16GB supports fewer monitors per output type than the average graphics card (1 vs 3). The average graphics card supports 3 monitors per output type.
    1 vs 3
  • Older NVDEC generation
    MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3x16GB 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
    MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3x16GB does not include dual BIOS, the average graphics card does.
  • 48.8% higher TDP
    MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3x16GB 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
    MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3x16GB 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
    MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3x16GB 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
    MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3x16GB 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
  • 11 °C higher idle temperature
    MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3x16GB has a higher idle temperature than the average graphics card (48 °C vs 37 °C). The average graphics card has an idle temperature of 37 °C.
    48 °C vs 37 °C
  • 45.5% higher peak power draw
    MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3x16GB 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
  • No RGB lighting
    MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3x16GB does not include RGB lighting, the average graphics card does.
  • 39.8 mm longer card length
    MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3x16GB is longer than the average graphics card (322 mm vs 282.2 mm). The average graphics card has a length of 282.2 mm.
    322 mm vs 282.2 mm
  • 0.5 slot/s wider design
    MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3x16GB 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
  • 11 mm higher card profile
    MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3x16GB is taller than the average graphics card (136 mm vs 125 mm). The average graphics card has a height of 125 mm.
    136 mm vs 125 mm
  • 57.3% heavier
    MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3x16GB is heavier than the average graphics card (1,595 g vs 1,014 g). The average graphics card weighs 1,014 g.
    1,595 g vs 1,014 g

Video reviews

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

8.0
ErockOnTech
≈ estimated
27/12/2022
Hands-on review · overclock, ray tracing and frame generation tests
Verdict
MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3X is a great card and recommended, but it is overpriced at launch, so wait for a lower price.

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

8.0
tomshw.it
≈ estimated
10/01/2023
Benchmark review · Triple-fan custom card
Verdict
The MSI RTX 4080 Ventus 3X matches Nvidia's Founders Edition, runs quiet, is strong in ray tracing, and is a good buy if Founders Edition cards are scarce.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3X 16GB

  • Exceptional 4K and 1440p gaming performance, especially with DLSS 3 and frame generation.
  • Efficient and quiet cooling system that maintains low temperatures even under heavy load.
  • Relatively compact size compared to other 4080 models, making it easier to fit into many cases.
  • Excellent power efficiency, often drawing less power than expected for its performance level.
  • Solid build quality including a sturdy metal backplate and an effective anti-sag bracket.
  • No-frills aesthetic that appeals to users who do not want RGB lighting.

What customers don't like about MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3X 16GB

  • High price point often cited as poor value relative to performance gains over previous generations.
  • Lack of RGB lighting may be a downside for users wanting a more colorful build.
  • Reports of audible coil whine from some units, though it is not universal.
  • Large physical dimensions can still be a challenge for very small form factor (ITX) cases.
  • The 3-to-1 power adapter cable is often described as clunky and difficult to manage.
  • Positioning as MSI's 'entry-level' model means it may have lower power limits than premium versions.

Verdict

The MSI GeForce RTX 4080 Ventus 3X 16GB is a high-performance graphics card built on the NVIDIA Ada Lovelace architecture, featuring 9,728 CUDA cores and a 2505 MHz boost clock (with an Extreme Performance mode up to 2520 MHz via MSI Center). It is equipped with 16GB of super-fast GDDR6X memory on a 256-bit bus, delivering 22.4 Gbps effective speeds to handle demanding 4K gaming and creative workloads. Main characteristics include a triple-fan cooling system using TORX Fan 4.0 technology, a reinforced metal backplate for structural rigidity, and support for advanced features like DLSS 3 frame generation and 3rd-Gen ray tracing cores. Pros include its excellent power efficiency with a 320W TDP, exceptionally quiet operation under load, and a relatively compact triple-slot design (322mm length) that fits in more cases than larger premium models. However, some cons include its lack of RGB lighting which may not appeal to all enthusiasts, a somewhat basic plastic-feeling shroud compared to higher-tier MSI models, and a high launch MSRP that has faced criticism regarding its price-to-performance value.

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