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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£250
  • Avg. price in US: ~$190
  • VRAM: 11 GB
  • Memory bus width: 352 bit
  • Thermal Design Power (TDP): 250 W

NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti review. Compare 118 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among graphics cards and if it is worth buying.

5.7

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the graphics card's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best graphics cards on the market.

Score components:

90.0%

5.4

Technical Score

10.0%

8.7

User score

Good
5.4

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the graphics card's technical performance, covering key areas such as gaming and rendering performance, ray tracing, memory configuration, power efficiency, cooling, connectivity, features, and build quality.

When it matters: When you want to compare graphics cards based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

44.0%

4.6

Performance

24.0%

4.8

Memory

12.0%

6.0

Power & Cooling

11.0%

6.8

Platform & Features

5.0%

8.9

Design

4.0%

8.1

Connectivity & Media

Good
8.7

User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the graphics card.

When it matters: When you want to understand how a graphics card performs in real use and how reliable it is in terms of performance, temperatures, noise, stability, and long-term ownership.

Score components:

70.0%

8.9

User reviews

30.0%

8.3

Popularity

User score:
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4.4
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4.2
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Excellent
  • 4.4
    Gaming

    Score components:

    45.0%

    2.6

    Floating-point performance

    25.0%

    3.7

    VRAM

    20.0%

    ?

    Ray tracing cores / units

    10.0%

    7.6

    PCI Express (PCIe) version

  • 5.2
    Video editing

    Score components:

    35.0%

    7.0

    AV1 encode

    30.0%

    3.7

    VRAM

    20.0%

    2.6

    Floating-point performance

    15.0%

    7.6

    PCI Express (PCIe) version

  • 3.9
    1080p

    Score components:

    55.0%

    2.6

    Floating-point performance

    25.0%

    3.7

    VRAM

    10.0%

    ?

    Ray tracing cores / units

    10.0%

    7.6

    PCI Express (PCIe) version

  • 4.0
    1440p

    Score components:

    50.0%

    2.6

    Floating-point performance

    30.0%

    3.7

    VRAM

    15.0%

    ?

    Ray tracing cores / units

    5.0%

    7.6

    PCI Express (PCIe) version

  • 4.3
    4K

    Score components:

    40.0%

    2.6

    Floating-point performance

    35.0%

    3.7

    VRAM

    20.0%

    ?

    Ray tracing cores / units

    5.0%

    7.6

    PCI Express (PCIe) version

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Verdict

The Nvidia GeForce GTX 1080 Ti is an enthusiast-class graphics card based on the 16nm Pascal architecture, featuring 3,584 CUDA cores, a base clock of 1481 MHz (boostable to 1582 MHz), and a substantial 11GB of GDDR5X memory on a 352-bit bus. Its main pros include massive 484 GB/s memory bandwidth, exceptional raw performance that still handles modern 1080p and 1440p gaming reliably, and a large VRAM buffer that outlasts many successors. However, its main cons are a high 250W power draw, lack of hardware-accelerated ray tracing (RTX) and DLSS support, and the recent discontinuation of official Game Ready driver updates.

Technical Specifications of NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the graphics card's technical performance, covering key areas such as gaming and rendering performance, ray tracing, memory configuration, power efficiency, cooling, connectivity, features, and build quality.

When it matters: When you want to compare graphics cards based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

44.0%

4.6

Performance

24.0%

4.8

Memory

12.0%

6.0

Power & Cooling

11.0%

6.8

Platform & Features

5.0%

8.9

Design

4.0%

8.1

Connectivity & Media

5.4
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti has a technical score of 5.41 points, which is lower than that of 72.9% of products in this category.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the graphics card.

When it matters: When you want to understand how a graphics card performs in real use and how reliable it is in terms of performance, temperatures, noise, stability, and long-term ownership.

Score components:

70.0%

8.9

User reviews

30.0%

8.3

Popularity

User score:
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4.4
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4.2
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8.7
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti has a user score of 8.69 points, which is higher than that of 73.1% of products in this category.
Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the graphics card.
When it matters: When you prefer a graphics card that has already been chosen and reviewed by many other users.
8.3
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti has a popularity of 8.3 points, which is higher than 73.5% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

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 components:

60.0%

5.7

Overall score

40.0%

9.2

Price

6.8
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti has a quality-to-price ratio of 6.8 points, which is higher than 48% of products in this category.
3DMark Time Spy benchmark score
What it is: Benchmark result from 3DMark Time Spy, a synthetic DirectX 12 test often used as a quick gaming-performance reference.
When it matters: When you need a fast rough performance sort before digging into game-specific reviews and frame-rate data.

Importance: LOW

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3DMark Port Royal score
What it is: Benchmark result from 3DMark Port Royal, a synthetic test focused on ray tracing performance.
When it matters: When ray tracing matters in the games you actually play and you want one quick way to separate stronger and weaker RT cards.

Importance: LOW

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PassMark (G3D) result
What it is: Overall GPU performance score in PassMark G3D benchmark
When it matters: When you need one broad score to sort cards into rough performance tiers.

Importance: LOW

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PassMark (DirectCompute) result
What it is: PassMark score for DirectCompute performance tests
When it matters: When compute workloads matter alongside gaming performance.

Importance: LOW

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Floating-point performance
What it is: Theoretical floating-point compute performance of the GPU.
When it matters: When rendering, AI, or heavy compute work needs strong single-precision throughput.

Importance: LOW

11.34 TFLOPS
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti delivers 11.34 TFLOPS floating-point performance, which is lower than that of 75.7% of graphics cards and equal to that of 0.2% of graphics cards.
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VRAM
What it is: Total video memory available on the graphics card
When it matters: When you play at high settings, use texture mods, or work with large creative projects.

Importance: HIGH

11 GB
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti has 11 GB of VRAM, which is less than 54.6% of graphics cards and equal to 1.5% of graphics cards.
Memory type
What it is: Type of graphics memory used (GDDR6, HBM2e, etc.)
When it matters: When memory technology is part of the buying decision because it affects bandwidth class, power use, and product positioning.

Importance: LOW

GDDR5X
GDDR version
What it is: Generation of GDDR memory used by the graphics card.
When it matters: When you want to separate older memory generations from newer ones before comparing bandwidth, power behavior, and market tier.

Importance: LOW

GDDR5X
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti uses GDDR5X memory, which is older than on 83.5% of graphics cards and equal to 1.5% of graphics cards.
Memory bus width
What it is: Width of the memory interface bus in bits
When it matters: When you care about steadier performance at higher resolutions, heavier texture settings, or ray-traced workloads that stress memory traffic.

Importance: HIGH

352 bit
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti uses a 352 bit memory bus, which is wider than that of 87.8% of graphics cards and equal to that of 1.5% of graphics cards.
Maximum memory bandwidth
What it is: Maximum data transfer rate between GPU and its memory
When it matters: When 4K gaming, ray tracing, or creator work can choke a slower memory subsystem.

Importance: HIGH

484 GB/s
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti reaches 484 GB/s memory bandwidth, which is higher than that of 52.6% of graphics cards and equal to that of 0.4% of graphics cards.
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PCI Express (PCIe) version
What it is: Version of PCI Express interface supported
When it matters: When you are pairing the card with an older motherboard and want to avoid leaving bandwidth or future compatibility on the table.

Importance: LOW

3.0
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti supports PCIe 3.0, which is older than on 77.6% of graphics cards and equal to 20.3% of graphics cards.
PCIe lanes
What it is: Number of PCI Express lanes used for communication
When it matters: When limited lane width could bottleneck the card in some systems.

Importance: LOW

x16
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti uses x16 PCIe lanes, which is more than 31.5% of graphics cards and equal to 68.6% of graphics cards.
DirectX version
What it is: Highest supported DirectX API version
When it matters: When you play newer Windows games that depend on the latest graphics features.

Importance: LOW

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Vulkan version
What it is: Highest supported Vulkan API version
When it matters: When modern games, emulators, or creative apps lean on Vulkan support.

Importance: LOW

1.3
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti supports Vulkan 1.3, which is older than on 73.5% of graphics cards and equal to 22.5% of graphics cards.
OpenGL version
What it is: Highest supported OpenGL API version
When it matters: When older games or pro apps still depend on OpenGL compatibility.

Importance: LOW

4.6
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti supports OpenGL 4.6, which is more advanced than on 4.8% of graphics cards and equal to 95.2% of graphics cards.
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Max displays supported
What it is: Total number of external displays supported simultaneously
When it matters: When you run a multi-monitor desk for sim racing, trading, or editing.

Importance: LOW

4
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti supports up to 4 displays, which is more than 7.8% of graphics cards and equal to 89.2% of graphics cards.
Max digital resolution
What it is: Maximum supported digital display resolution
When it matters: When you plan to drive 4K or 8K panels at their native resolution.

Importance: LOW

7680x4320
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti supports a maximum digital resolution of 7680x4320, which is higher than that of 44.4% of graphics cards and equal to that of 55.6% of graphics cards.
DisplayPort outputs
What it is: Number of DisplayPort video outputs
When it matters: When your setup needs several high-refresh monitors without adapters.

Importance: LOW

3
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti offers 3 DisplayPort outputs, which is more than 20.9% of graphics cards and equal to 77.3% of graphics cards.
DisplayPort version
What it is: Version of DisplayPort standard supported
When it matters: When your monitor setup depends on newer DisplayPort features for higher refresh rates, higher resolution, or better cable flexibility.

Importance: LOW

1.4
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti supports DisplayPort 1.4, which is older than on 77.3% of graphics cards and equal to 16.2% of graphics cards.
DisplayPort link rates
What it is: Supported data link rates for DisplayPort connections
When it matters: When you are pushing high resolution and refresh rate over DisplayPort.

Importance: LOW

8.1 Gbps
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti supports DisplayPort link rates up to 8.1 Gbps, which is slower than on 50.4% of graphics cards and equal to 40.5% of graphics cards.
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Thermal Design Power (TDP)
What it is: Typical power consumption under full load (TDP)
When it matters: When you need a realistic idea of power draw before choosing a PSU or case.

Importance: MEDIUM

250 W
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti has a TDP of 250 W, which is higher than that of 58.4% of graphics cards and equal to that of 6.1% of graphics cards.
Power consumption while under peak load
What it is: Peak power draw of the graphics card under maximum load.
When it matters: When transient-heavy gaming loads could stress your power supply.

Importance: LOW

250 W
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti draws 250 W under peak load, which is higher than 58.1% of graphics cards and equal to 5.3% of graphics cards.
Recommended PSU wattage
What it is: Recommended wattage of the system power supply
When it matters: When you are checking whether your current power supply is enough.

Importance: LOW

600 W
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti recommends a 600 W PSU, which is lower than that of 55.7% of graphics cards and equal to that of 7.5% of graphics cards.
Board power limit
What it is: Maximum configurable power limit for the GPU board
When it matters: When you care about how far the card can be pushed through tuning or factory power settings.

Importance: LOW

300 W
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti has a board power limit of 300 W, which is higher than that of 67.6% of graphics cards and equal to that of 6.3% of graphics cards.
PCIe power spec
What it is: PCIe power delivery specification followed
When it matters: When you are checking whether the slot and external cables match the card's intended power-delivery standard.

Importance: LOW

250 W
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Size
What it is: Physical size of the GPU card
When it matters: When you need the card to fit a compact case without blocking nearby hardware.

Importance: LOW

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Length
What it is: Physical length of the GPU card
When it matters: When front radiators or drive cages leave only limited GPU clearance.

Importance: LOW

267 mm
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti is 267 mm long, which is shorter than 59.6% of graphics cards and equal in length to 3.4% of graphics cards.
Height
What it is: Physical height of the GPU card
When it matters: When side panels, brackets, or tight case layouts reduce vertical clearance.

Importance: LOW

111.2 mm
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti is 111.2 mm tall, which is shorter than 87.6% of graphics cards and equal in height to 0.5% of graphics cards.
Slot width
What it is: Number of PCIe slots occupied by the card
When it matters: When you need room for another PCIe card or better airflow under the GPU.

Importance: LOW

2 slot/s
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti occupies 2 slot/s, which is slimmer than 49.2% of graphics cards and equal in width to 47.3% of graphics cards.
Weight
What it is: Total weight of the graphics card
When it matters: When sag, bracket support, or shipping stress matters in your build.

Importance: LOW

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NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti vs the average graphics card

  • 96 bit wider memory bus
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti has a wider memory bus than the average graphics card (352 bit vs 256 bit). The average graphics card has a memory bus width of 256 bit.
    What it is: Width of the memory interface bus in bits
    When it matters: When you care about steadier performance at higher resolutions, heavier texture settings, or ray-traced workloads that stress memory traffic.

    Importance: HIGH

    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti has a wider memory bus than the average graphics card (352 bit vs 256 bit). The average graphics card has a memory bus width of 256 bit.352 bit vs 256 bit
  • 24 more ROPs
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti has more ROPs than the average graphics card (88 vs 64). The average graphics card has 64 ROPs.
    What it is: Total number of render output units on the GPU
    When it matters: When you want more context on pixel output capacity, especially for high-resolution play and older raster-heavy engines.

    Importance: HIGH

    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti has more ROPs than the average graphics card (88 vs 64). The average graphics card has 64 ROPs.88 vs 64
  • 15.8 mm lower card height
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti is shorter than the average graphics card (111.2 mm vs 127 mm). The average graphics card has a height of 127 mm.
    What it is: Physical height of the GPU card
    When it matters: When side panels, brackets, or tight case layouts reduce vertical clearance.

    Importance: LOW

    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti is shorter than the average graphics card (111.2 mm vs 127 mm). The average graphics card has a height of 127 mm.111.2 mm vs 127 mm
  • 40 more TMUs
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti has more TMUs than the average graphics card (224 vs 184). The average graphics card has 184 TMUs.
    What it is: Total count of texture mapping units on the GPU
    When it matters: When texture-heavy gaming performance matters and you want extra hardware context behind texture-rate claims.

    Importance: HIGH

    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti has more TMUs than the average graphics card (224 vs 184). The average graphics card has 184 TMUs.224 vs 184
  • 8% higher memory bandwidth
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti has a higher memory bandwidth than the average graphics card (484 GB/s vs 448 GB/s). The average graphics card has a memory bandwidth of 448 GB/s.
    What it is: Maximum data transfer rate between GPU and its memory
    When it matters: When 4K gaming, ray tracing, or creator work can choke a slower memory subsystem.

    Importance: HIGH

    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti has a higher memory bandwidth than the average graphics card (484 GB/s vs 448 GB/s). The average graphics card has a memory bandwidth of 448 GB/s.484 GB/s vs 448 GB/s
  • Supports multi-GPU linking
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti supports multi-GPU linking, the average graphics card does not.
    What it is: Supports NVIDIA SLI or AMD CrossFire multi-GPU setup
    When it matters: When you still run legacy multi-GPU gaming or rendering workflows.

    Importance: LOW

    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti supports multi-GPU linking, the average graphics card does not.
  • 2.12x cheaper
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti is cheaper than the average graphics card (£250 vs £530).
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti is cheaper than the average graphics card (£250 vs £530).£250 vs £530
  • 7.7% lower PSU requirement
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti has a lower PSU requirement than the average graphics card (600 W vs 650 W). The average graphics card has a PSU requirement of 650 W.
    What it is: Recommended wattage of the system power supply
    When it matters: When you are checking whether your current power supply is enough.

    Importance: LOW

    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti has a lower PSU requirement than the average graphics card (600 W vs 650 W). The average graphics card has a PSU requirement of 650 W.600 W vs 650 W
  • 24 more ROPs
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti has more ROPs than the average graphics card (88 vs 64). The average graphics card has 64 ROPs.
  • 40 more TMUs
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti has more TMUs than the average graphics card (224 vs 184). The average graphics card has 184 TMUs.
  • 96 bit wider memory bus
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti has a wider memory bus than the average graphics card (352 bit vs 256 bit). The average graphics card has a memory bus width of 256 bit.
  • 8% higher memory bandwidth
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti has a higher memory bandwidth than the average graphics card (484 GB/s vs 448 GB/s). The average graphics card has a memory bandwidth of 448 GB/s.
  • Supports multi-GPU linking
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti supports multi-GPU linking, the average graphics card does not.
  • 7.7% lower PSU requirement
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti has a lower PSU requirement than the average graphics card (600 W vs 650 W). The average graphics card has a PSU requirement of 650 W.
  • 15.8 mm lower card height
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti is shorter than the average graphics card (111.2 mm vs 127 mm). The average graphics card has a height of 127 mm.

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Overall
Performance
Memory
Platform & Features
Power & Cooling
Design
  • 36.7% lower boost clock speed
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti has a lower boost GPU clock than the average graphics card (1,582 MHz vs 2,500 MHz). The average graphics card has a boost GPU clock of 2,500 MHz.
  • 12 fewer compute units
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti has fewer compute units than the average graphics card (28 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 compute units.
  • 22.9% lower base clock speed
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti has a lower base GPU clock than the average graphics card (1,480 MHz vs 1,920 MHz). The average graphics card has a base GPU clock of 1,920 MHz.
  • 21.2% lower pixel rate
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti has a lower pixel rate than the average graphics card (130.2 GPixel/s vs 165.2 GPixel/s). The average graphics card has a pixel rate of 165.2 GPixel/s.
  • 11.9% lower texture rate
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti has a lower texture rate than the average graphics card (332 GTexel/s vs 376.8 GTexel/s). The average graphics card has a texture rate of 376.8 GTexel/s.
  • 99.4% lower FP16 performance
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti has a lower FP16 performance than the average graphics card (0.2 TFLOPS vs 29.5 TFLOPS). The average graphics card has FP16 performance of 29.5 TFLOPS.
  • 42.1% slower memory speed
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti has a lower effective memory speed than the average graphics card (11,000 MHz vs 19,000 MHz). The average graphics card reaches an effective memory speed of 19,000 MHz.
  • 99.4% slower VRAM clock
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti has a lower VRAM clock than the average graphics card (11 MHz vs 1,750 MHz). The average graphics card runs its VRAM at 1,750 MHz.
  • 1 GB less VRAM
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti has fewer VRAM than the average graphics card (11 GB vs 12 GB). The average graphics card has 12 GB VRAM.
  • 62.5% smaller L1 cache
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti has fewer L1 cache than the average graphics card (48 vs 128). The average graphics card has 128 L1 cache.
  • 3.2x larger process node
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti has a higher process node than the average graphics card (16 nm vs 5 nm). The average graphics card uses a process node of 5 nm.
  • No DLSS support
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti does not support DLSS, the average graphics card does.
  • Older PCIe version
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti supports an older PCIe version than the average graphics card (3 vs 4.0).
  • 6 older
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti was released earlier than the average graphics card (2,017 vs 2,023).
  • No AI upscalers
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti does not support AI upscalers, the average graphics card does.
  • No mesh shaders
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti does not support mesh shaders, the average graphics card does.
  • Older Vulkan version
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti supports an older Vulkan version than the average graphics card (1.3 vs 1.4).
  • Older encoder generation
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti uses an older encoder generation than the average graphics card (4 vs 8). The average graphics card uses encoder generation 8.
  • No sampler feedback
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti does not support sampler feedback, the average graphics card does.
  • 54.8% larger GPU die
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti has a higher GPU die size than the average graphics card (471 mm² vs 304.25 mm²). The average graphics card has a GPU die size of 304.25 mm².
  • No AV1 encoding
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti does not support AV1 encoding, the average graphics card does.
  • No AV1 decoding
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti does not support AV1 decoding, the average graphics card does.
  • No DSC support
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti does not support DSC, the average graphics card does.
  • Older DisplayPort version
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti supports an older DisplayPort version than the average graphics card (1.4 vs 1.4a).
  • Older HDMI version
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti supports an older HDMI version than the average graphics card (2.0b vs 2.1).
  • Older HDCP version
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti supports an older HDCP version than the average graphics card (2.2 vs 2.3).
  • 2 fewer fans
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti has fewer fans than the average graphics card (1 vs 3).
  • 16.3% higher TDP
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti has a higher TDP than the average graphics card (250 W vs 215 W). The average graphics card has a TDP of 215 W.
  • 36.4% higher board power limit
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti has a higher board power limit than the average graphics card (300 W vs 220 W). The average graphics card has a board power limit of 220 W.
  • 16 °C higher load temperature
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti has a higher load temperature than the average graphics card (83 °C vs 67 °C). The average graphics card has a load temperature of 67 °C.
  • 27 dB noisier at idle
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti has a higher idle noise level than the average graphics card (27 dB vs 0 dB). The average graphics card has an idle noise level of 0 dB.
  • 4 dB noisier under load
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti has a higher load noise level than the average graphics card (39 dB vs 35 dB). The average graphics card has a load noise level of 35 dB.
  • No RGB lighting
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti does not include RGB lighting, the average graphics card does.
  • 36.7% lower boost clock speed
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti has a lower boost GPU clock than the average graphics card (1,582 MHz vs 2,500 MHz). The average graphics card has a boost GPU clock of 2,500 MHz.
    What it is: Maximum boost frequency the GPU can reach under load
    When it matters: When you want a rough idea of peak advertised frequency, while knowing real sustained clocks still depend on cooling and power limits.

    Importance: HIGH

    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti has a lower boost GPU clock than the average graphics card (1,582 MHz vs 2,500 MHz). The average graphics card has a boost GPU clock of 2,500 MHz.1582 MHz vs 2500 MHz
  • 2 fewer fans
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti has fewer fans than the average graphics card (1 vs 3).
    What it is: Total number of cooling fans
    When it matters: When you compare cooler designs and want one more clue about thermal potential.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti has fewer fans than the average graphics card (1 vs 3).1 vs 3
  • 3.2x larger process node
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti has a higher process node than the average graphics card (16 nm vs 5 nm). The average graphics card uses a process node of 5 nm.
    What it is: Size of the manufacturing process in nanometers
    When it matters: When process node differences may affect power, heat, and overall efficiency.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti has a higher process node than the average graphics card (16 nm vs 5 nm). The average graphics card uses a process node of 5 nm.16 nm vs 5 nm
  • 12 fewer compute units
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti has fewer compute units than the average graphics card (28 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 compute units.
    What it is: Total number of shader multiprocessors or compute units
    When it matters: When you want a better sense of the GPU's overall parallel hardware resources before relying on game benchmarks alone.

    Importance: HIGH

    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti has fewer compute units than the average graphics card (28 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 compute units.28 vs 40
  • No DLSS support
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti does not support DLSS, the average graphics card does.
    What it is: Supports NVIDIA DLSS upscaling technology
    When it matters: When you play NVIDIA-supported games and want better frame rates at higher settings.

    Importance: LOW

    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti does not support DLSS, the average graphics card does.
  • 42.1% slower memory speed
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti has a lower effective memory speed than the average graphics card (11,000 MHz vs 19,000 MHz). The average graphics card reaches an effective memory speed of 19,000 MHz.
    What it is: Effective memory data rate combining clock and bus width
    When it matters: When you compare how quickly each card can push data through its memory subsystem.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti has a lower effective memory speed than the average graphics card (11,000 MHz vs 19,000 MHz). The average graphics card reaches an effective memory speed of 19,000 MHz.11000 MHz vs 19000 MHz
  • 22.9% lower base clock speed
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti has a lower base GPU clock than the average graphics card (1,480 MHz vs 1,920 MHz). The average graphics card has a base GPU clock of 1,920 MHz.
    What it is: Base operating frequency of the GPU core under standard conditions
    When it matters: When you want to understand the card's guaranteed starting frequency instead of looking only at optimistic boost figures.

    Importance: HIGH

    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti has a lower base GPU clock than the average graphics card (1,480 MHz vs 1,920 MHz). The average graphics card has a base GPU clock of 1,920 MHz.1480 MHz vs 1920 MHz
  • No AV1 encoding
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti does not support AV1 encoding, the average graphics card does.
    What it is: Supports hardware encoding of AV1 video codec
    When it matters: When you stream or export video and want efficient AV1 encoding on the GPU.

    Importance: LOW

    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti does not support AV1 encoding, the average graphics card does.
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What customers like about NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti?

  • Legendary performance for its era, often matching the much more expensive Titan X
  • Generous 11GB VRAM, which has helped the card stay relevant in modern games longer than its peers
  • Excellent value at launch ($699), offering a massive 30-35% performance jump over the standard GTX 1080
  • Strong 1440p and entry-level 4K gaming capabilities that hold up surprisingly well today
  • High overclocking headroom, with many units capable of reaching over 2GHz
  • Widely regarded as one of the best price-to-performance flagship GPUs ever released

What customers dislike about NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti?

  • Lacks support for modern features like hardware-accelerated Ray Tracing and DLSS
  • High power consumption (250W TDP) compared to modern cards with similar performance
  • Founders Edition (blower style) cooler can be loud and prone to thermal throttling under heavy load
  • No native DVI connector on the Founders Edition models
  • Diminishing driver support focus from Nvidia as the architecture ages
  • Struggles with some modern DX12-intensive titles and newer high-resolution games at Ultra settings

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techadvisor.com
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EVGA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Founders Edition review

The EVGA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Founders Edition is established as a top-tier performance king based on Nvidia’s Pascal GP102 architecture, soundly beating the standard GTX 1080 and making the older, more expensive Titan X irrelevant for gamers. Priced at $699 at the time of review, this graphics card features 3,854 CUDA cores, a 1582MHz boost clock, and a unique 11GB of GDDR5X VRAM...Read more

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The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti launched as a highly dominant flagship graphics card that rendered the more expensive Titan X Pascal obsolete by offering superior performance for $500 less at a $699 MSRP. Built on the GP102 Pascal architecture with 12 billion transistors and 3,584 CUDA cores, it delivers a massive 35% to 40% performance gain over the base GTX 1080, effectively...Read more

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pcmag.com
09/03/2017
Nvidia GeForce GTX 1080 Ti (Founders Edition) Review

The Nvidia GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Founders Edition offers Titan X-level gaming performance, utilizing 11GB of GDDR5X memory to provide significant headroom for 4K and high-refresh-rate gaming, acting as a faster alternative to the standard GTX 1080. The card boasts excellent thermal performance, with the blower-style cooler improving airflow, though it comes at a premium price point....Read more

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arstechnica.com
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The Nvidia GeForce GTX 1080 Ti is a pixel-pushing powerhouse that successfully establishes itself as the fastest gaming graphics card on the market, even outpacing the significantly more expensive Titan X Pascal. Delivering a massive 30% performance increase over the standard GTX 1080 and up to 70% over the older GTX 980 Ti, it stands out as the first consumer card capable of...Read more

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techpowerup.com
09/03/2017
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Founders Edition 11 GB Review

The TechPowerUp review finds the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Founders Edition to be an enthusiast-class card delivering Titan X-level performance at a $700 price point, utilizing 11 GB of GDDR5X memory to approach 60 FPS at 4K resolution. Key advantages include its raw speed over the GTX 1080 and a multi-piece backplate designed to improve airflow for SLI setups. Conversely, the...Read more

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gamersnexus.net
06/05/2024
The Greatest GPU of All Time: NVIDIA GTX 1080 Ti & GTX 1080 2024 Revisit Do you need benchmark data from these articles or specific comparisons agains...

The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti remains a legendary, "GOAT" (Greatest of All Time) graphics card that continues to deliver remarkably capable rasterisation performance even seven years after its 2017 launch. In modern benchmarks, it consistently provides a 35% performance advantage over the base GTX 1080 and rivals modern budget architectures like the AMD RX 6600 XT or NVIDIA RTX...Read more

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techgage.com
09/03/2017
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Review: A Look At 4K & Ultrawide

The TechGage review highlights the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti as a premier GPU for 4K and ultrawide gaming, offering Titan X-level performance for $700, with a 35% performance gain over the standard GTX 1080. Pros include 11GB of 11Gbps VRAM for superior high-resolution performance, while cons suggest it is not entirely "future-proof" for 4K and the regular GTX 1080 offers better...Read more

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tomsguide.com
09/03/2017
Nvidia GTX 1080 Ti Benchmarks: A 4K Gaming Beast - Tom's Guide

The Nvidia GeForce GTX 1080 Ti is a high-performance graphics card that delivers exceptional 4K gaming performance at a launch price of $699. In benchmarking tests across various titles, the card repeatedly goes toe-to-toe with the more expensive Titan X, making it a formidable powerhouse for enthusiast gaming setups. For example, it achieves a smooth 54.9 fps in Grand Theft Auto V...Read more

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pcper.com
09/03/2017
The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Review - PC Perspective

The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti marks a massive shift in high-end gaming by packing flagship-tier GP102 architecture into a significantly more accessible $699 price point, directly challenging upcoming competitors like AMD’s Vega. Built on a 16nm process with 12 billion transistors, the card matches the Titan X (Pascal) with 3,584 CUDA cores but runs at a higher 1582 MHz boost clock,...Read more

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trustedreviews.com
13/10/2017
Nvidia GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Review - Trusted Reviews

The Trusted Reviews evaluation of the Nvidia GeForce GTX 1080 Ti positions it as a premier GPU for high-refresh 4K and virtual reality gaming, utilizing Pascal architecture to outperform the more expensive Titan X at a better value. Key advantages include its robust 11GB GDDR5X frame buffer and impressive overclocking capabilities that allow for safe, elevated clock speeds....Read more

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techspot.com
29/04/2024
Nvidia GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Revisit: Is this the GOAT? If you want to dive deeper into this hardware, let me know if you need help finding custom board...

The TechSpot review of the GeForce GTX 1080 Ti in 2024 highlights the 2017 card's longevity, with its 11GB VRAM providing superior performance in texture-heavy games compared to modern 8GB cards like the RTX 4060. It achieved an average of 64 FPS at 1080p high-to-ultra settings, making it a viable option for entry-level gaming that matches the AMD RX 6600. However, the 1080 Ti lacks...Read more

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ign.com
13/11/2017
Nvidia Geforce GTX 1080 Ti Founder's EditionGo to product viewer dialogue for this item. Review - IGN

The Nvidia GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Founder's Edition, nicknamed "The Beast," delivers top-of-the-line gaming performance tailored for 4K and 5K resolutions. Built with 12 billion transistors, 3,584 CUDA cores, and 11GB of GDDR5X memory, this graphics card boasts a 35% performance improvement over the standard GTX 1080 and even outpaces the Titan X Pascal. In benchmark testing, the card...Read more

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gamespot.com
16/05/2017
Nvidia GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Review - GameSpot

The GameSpot review of the Nvidia GeForce GTX 1080 Ti highlights the card as a flagship powerhouse offering performance comparable to the Titan X at a $699 price point. Key performance metrics showed the card maintaining high frame rates at 4K, driven by a GP102 Pascal architecture and an improved heatsink that runs cooler than the original GTX 1080. YouTube · However, the design...Read more

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digitalfoundry.net
07/07/2018
Nvidia GeForce GTX 1080 TiGo to product viewer dialogue for this item. review - Digital Foundry

The Nvidia GeForce GTX 1080 Ti delivers sensational, native 4K gaming performance at 60fps, acting as a massive $500 price cut compared to the nearly identical Titan X Pascal. Built on the GP102 processor, it matches the Titan's 3,584 CUDA core count but features a factory-boosted GPU frequency that regularly exceeds 1,850MHz under real-life workloads. The main hardware trade-offs...Read more

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tomshardware.com
23/10/2017
Nvidia GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Graphics Card Roundup 2017

The Nvidia GeForce GTX 1080 Ti stands out as a flagship desktop graphics card featuring a GP102 processor with 3584 CUDA cores and 11GB of GDDR5X memory, delivering smooth performance at 4K resolution. In contrast to the vanilla GTX 1080 and AMD’s Radeon RX Vega 64, it remains in a performance class of its own. Board partners differentiate their models through enhanced factory...Read more

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hardwarezone.com.sg
09/03/2017
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti review

The HardwareZone review heavily praises the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Founders Edition, crowning it the new king of 4K gaming. Built on the 16nm Pascal GP102 architecture, the card boasts 3,584 CUDA cores, a 1,480MHz base clock, and an unconventional 11GB of 11,000MHz GDDR5X memory on a 352-bit bus. In real-world testing across intensive titles like Deus Ex: Mankind Divided, Tom...Read more

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tech-critter.com
09/03/2017
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Founders Edition Review

The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Founders Edition delivers exceptional flagship performance, fully validating claims that it runs at least 30% to 35% faster than the standard GTX 1080. Sharing the same CUDA core count as the Titan X Pascal, this card matches or exceeds its performance at nearly half the retail price, making it a highly compelling premium value. Built with an...Read more

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overclockers.com
09/03/2017
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Graphics Card Review

The Overclockers.com review identifies the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti as a premier single-GPU, featuring 3,584 CUDA cores and 11 GB of GDDR5X VRAM, which excels at high-refresh-rate 4K and 1440p gaming. Key advantages include exceptional scaling, a $700 launch price, and a robust design allowing for over 2 GHz overclocking speeds. However, the Founders Edition blower-style cooler...Read more

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bit-tech.net
09/03/2017
Nvidia GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Review

The bit-tech.net review evaluates the Nvidia GeForce GTX 1080 Ti as a groundbreaking addition to the high-end GPU market. Built on the 16nm Pascal architecture using the GP102 die, this card features 3,584 CUDA cores, a 1,480MHz base clock, and a 1,582MHz boost clock. Prominent pros highlighted in the review include its massive 35 percent performance leap over the standard GTX 1080...Read more

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techspot.com
09/03/2017
Nvidia GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Review

The TechSpot review identifies the Nvidia GeForce GTX 1080 Ti as a top-tier performer, offering 22-25% higher performance than the standard 1080, effectively replacing the more expensive Titan X (Pascal). Key pros include exceptional 4K gaming capabilities with over 60 fps in demanding titles, improved power efficiency, and a quieter, cooler, redesigned Founders Edition cooler....Read more

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computerbild.de
02/09/2018
GigaByte GTX 1080 Ti Gaming OC im Test - COMPUTER BILD

The COMPUTER BILD review awards the GigaByte GTX 1080 Ti Gaming OC 11G a "Good" rating, highlighting it as an excellent upper-class graphics card that delivers identical performance to the flagship Asus ROG Strix GTX 1080 Ti but at a €100 lower price point. Benchmarks show outstanding gaming speeds across all resolutions, registering an impressive average of 179 frames per second...Read more

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hardware.fr
09/03/2017
Nvidia GeForce GTX 1080 Ti 11 Go Founders Edition en test

The review of the Nvidia GeForce GTX 1080 Ti 11 Go Founders Edition by HardWare.fr showcases the graphics card as a dominant high-end powerhouse designed to replace the expensive Titan X (Pascal). Built on the 16nm Pascal architecture utilizing the GP102 GPU, the card retains almost all the computing power of the Titan X by keeping 28 out of 30 streaming multiprocessors (SMs)...Read more

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elchapuzasinformatico.com
05/04/2017
Review: MSI GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Gaming X

The MSI GeForce GTX 1080 Ti GAMING X features Nvidia's GP102 architecture, 11GB GDDR5X VRAM, and a factory-overclocked boost clock of up to 1657 MHz, aimed at high-performance gaming. Key advantages highlighted include the highly efficient, silent Twin Frozr VI cooling system and a robust, reinforced design with a matte black backplate. However, the card is notably large, occupying...Read more

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profesionalreview.com
09/03/2017
Nvidia Geforce GTX 1080 Ti Review en Español (Análisis completo)

The Nvidia GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Founders Edition features the Pascal GP102 GPU with 3584 CUDA Cores and 11 GB of GDDR5X memory on a 352-bit interface, delivering a massive 484 GB/s bandwidth. Designed to handle demanding 4K gaming at over 60 FPS and VR applications, the card introduces an updated vapor chamber cooling system that remains 5°C cooler and 2.5 dBA quieter than the...Read more

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tomshw.it
26/06/2017
Recensione KFA2/Galax GeForce GTX 1080 Ti EXOC

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