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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£1,000
  • Avg. price in US: ~$1,000
  • VRAM: 16 GB
  • Memory bus width: 256 bit
  • Thermal Design Power (TDP): 320 W

Palit GeForce RTX 4080 Super Jetstream OC review. Compare 118 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among graphics cards and if it is worth buying.

8.4

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%

8.4

Technical Score

10.0%

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User score

Excellent
8.4

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%

9.2

Performance

24.0%

6.9

Memory

12.0%

7.8

Power & Cooling

11.0%

9.7

Platform & Features

5.0%

6.5

Design

4.0%

9.4

Connectivity & Media

Excellent
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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%

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User reviews

30.0%

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Popularity

  • 8.6
    Gaming

    Score components:

    45.0%

    10

    Floating-point performance

    25.0%

    5.2

    VRAM

    20.0%

    9.4

    Ray tracing cores / units

    10.0%

    8.8

    PCI Express (PCIe) version

  • 8.4
    Video editing

    Score components:

    35.0%

    10

    AV1 encode

    30.0%

    5.2

    VRAM

    20.0%

    10

    Floating-point performance

    15.0%

    8.8

    PCI Express (PCIe) version

  • 8.6
    1080p

    Score components:

    55.0%

    10

    Floating-point performance

    25.0%

    5.2

    VRAM

    10.0%

    9.4

    Ray tracing cores / units

    10.0%

    8.8

    PCI Express (PCIe) version

  • 8.4
    1440p

    Score components:

    50.0%

    10

    Floating-point performance

    30.0%

    5.2

    VRAM

    15.0%

    9.4

    Ray tracing cores / units

    5.0%

    8.8

    PCI Express (PCIe) version

  • 8.1
    4K

    Score components:

    40.0%

    10

    Floating-point performance

    35.0%

    5.2

    VRAM

    20.0%

    9.4

    Ray tracing cores / units

    5.0%

    8.8

    PCI Express (PCIe) version

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Verdict

The Palit GeForce RTX 4080 Super JetStream OC is a high-performance graphics card built on the Ada Lovelace architecture, featuring 10,240 CUDA cores and 16GB of GDDR6X memory on a 256-bit bus with a 23Gbps effective speed. This factory-overclocked model reaches a boost clock of 2580 MHz and utilizes a specialized thermal module with Gale Hunter Fans and an ultra-wide copper base for efficient, low-noise cooling. Main pros include its stealthy, non-RGB jet-black aesthetic perfect for professional or minimalist builds, high power efficiency relative to its 4K gaming performance, and excellent thermal management that supports a 0-dB silent mode during light tasks. However, its large 3.1-slot physical footprint (328.9 mm in length) can lead to case compatibility issues, and it lacks the flashy visual features found on more premium aftermarket versions.

Technical Specifications of Palit GeForce RTX 4080 Super Jetstream OC

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%

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Performance

24.0%

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Memory

12.0%

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Power & Cooling

11.0%

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Platform & Features

5.0%

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Design

4.0%

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Connectivity & Media

8.4
Palit GeForce RTX 4080 Super Jetstream OC has a technical score of 8.41 points, which is higher than that of 88.4% 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%

0.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

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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.
1.0
Palit GeForce RTX 4080 Super Jetstream OC has a popularity of 1 points, which is lower than 55.9% 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%

8.4

Overall score

40.0%

5.2

Price

7.5
Palit GeForce RTX 4080 Super Jetstream OC has a quality-to-price ratio of 7.5 points, which is higher than 88% 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

52.83 TFLOPS
Palit GeForce RTX 4080 Super Jetstream OC delivers 52.83 TFLOPS floating-point performance, which is higher than that of 85.7% of graphics cards and equal to that of 0.1% 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

16 GB
Palit GeForce RTX 4080 Super Jetstream OC has 16 GB of VRAM, which is more than 61.4% of graphics cards and equal to 28.7% 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

GDDR6X
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

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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

256 bit
Palit GeForce RTX 4080 Super Jetstream OC uses a 256 bit memory bus, which is wider than that of 49.5% of graphics cards and equal to that of 36.1% 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

736.3 GB/s
Palit GeForce RTX 4080 Super Jetstream OC reaches 736.3 GB/s memory bandwidth, which is higher than that of 78.2% of graphics cards and equal to that of 1.8% 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

4.0
Palit GeForce RTX 4080 Super Jetstream OC supports PCIe 4.0, which is newer than on 22.5% of graphics cards and equal to 52% 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
Palit GeForce RTX 4080 Super Jetstream OC 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

12 Ultimate
Palit GeForce RTX 4080 Super Jetstream OC supports DirectX 12 Ultimate, which is more advanced than on 12.5% of graphics cards and equal to 87.5% of graphics cards.
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

1.4
Palit GeForce RTX 4080 Super Jetstream OC supports Vulkan 1.4, which is more advanced than on 26.6% of graphics cards and equal to 73.4% 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
Palit GeForce RTX 4080 Super Jetstream OC 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
Palit GeForce RTX 4080 Super Jetstream OC 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
Palit GeForce RTX 4080 Super Jetstream OC 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
Palit GeForce RTX 4080 Super Jetstream OC 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

1.4a
Palit GeForce RTX 4080 Super Jetstream OC supports DisplayPort 1.4a, which is more advanced than on 22.7% of graphics cards and equal to 44.2% 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

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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

320 W
Palit GeForce RTX 4080 Super Jetstream OC has a TDP of 320 W, which is higher than that of 79.3% of graphics cards and equal to that of 5.8% 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

320 W
Palit GeForce RTX 4080 Super Jetstream OC draws 320 W under peak load, which is higher than 78.1% 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

850 W
Palit GeForce RTX 4080 Super Jetstream OC recommends a 850 W PSU, which is higher than that of 81.6% of graphics cards and equal to that of 13.4% 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

320 W
Palit GeForce RTX 4080 Super Jetstream OC has a board power limit of 320 W, which is higher than that of 75.4% of graphics cards and equal to that of 4.6% 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

320 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

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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

130.5 mm
Palit GeForce RTX 4080 Super Jetstream OC is 130.5 mm tall, which is taller than 57.7% of graphics cards and equal in height to 0.1% 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

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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

1,475 g
Palit GeForce RTX 4080 Super Jetstream OC weighs 1475 g, which is heavier than 75.4% of graphics cards.
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Palit GeForce RTX 4080 Super Jetstream OC vs the average graphics card

  • 40 more compute units
    Palit GeForce RTX 4080 Super Jetstream OC has more compute units than the average graphics card (80 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

    Palit GeForce RTX 4080 Super Jetstream OC has more compute units than the average graphics card (80 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 compute units.80 vs 40
  • 32 more ray tracing cores
    Palit GeForce RTX 4080 Super Jetstream OC has more ray tracing cores than the average graphics card (80 vs 48). The average graphics card has 48 ray tracing cores.
    What it is: Number of dedicated ray tracing processing cores or units
    When it matters: When you care about ray-traced lighting, reflections, and shadows in newer games.

    Importance: HIGH

    Palit GeForce RTX 4080 Super Jetstream OC has more ray tracing cores than the average graphics card (80 vs 48). The average graphics card has 48 ray tracing cores.80 vs 48
  • 2.19x higher texture rate
    Palit GeForce RTX 4080 Super Jetstream OC has a higher texture rate than the average graphics card (825.6 GTexel/s vs 376.8 GTexel/s). The average graphics card has a texture rate of 376.8 GTexel/s.
    What it is: Number of textured pixels the GPU can process per second
    When it matters: When fast texture handling matters in high-refresh gaming workloads.

    Importance: HIGH

    Palit GeForce RTX 4080 Super Jetstream OC has a higher texture rate than the average graphics card (825.6 GTexel/s vs 376.8 GTexel/s). The average graphics card has a texture rate of 376.8 GTexel/s.825.6 GTexel/s vs 376.8 GTexel/s
  • 48 more ROPs
    Palit GeForce RTX 4080 Super Jetstream OC has more ROPs than the average graphics card (112 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

    Palit GeForce RTX 4080 Super Jetstream OC has more ROPs than the average graphics card (112 vs 64). The average graphics card has 64 ROPs.112 vs 64
  • 136 more TMUs
    Palit GeForce RTX 4080 Super Jetstream OC has more TMUs than the average graphics card (320 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

    Palit GeForce RTX 4080 Super Jetstream OC has more TMUs than the average graphics card (320 vs 184). The average graphics card has 184 TMUs.320 vs 184
  • 64.4% higher memory bandwidth
    Palit GeForce RTX 4080 Super Jetstream OC has a higher memory bandwidth than the average graphics card (736.3 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

    Palit GeForce RTX 4080 Super Jetstream OC has a higher memory bandwidth than the average graphics card (736.3 GB/s vs 448 GB/s). The average graphics card has a memory bandwidth of 448 GB/s.736.3 GB/s vs 448 GB/s
  • 74.9% higher pixel rate
    Palit GeForce RTX 4080 Super Jetstream OC has a higher pixel rate than the average graphics card (289 GPixel/s vs 165.2 GPixel/s). The average graphics card has a pixel rate of 165.2 GPixel/s.
    What it is: Number of pixels the GPU can render per second
    When it matters: When you play at high resolutions or care about older raster-heavy games.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Palit GeForce RTX 4080 Super Jetstream OC has a higher pixel rate than the average graphics card (289 GPixel/s vs 165.2 GPixel/s). The average graphics card has a pixel rate of 165.2 GPixel/s.289 GPixel/s vs 165.2 GPixel/s
  • 128 more AI cores
    Palit GeForce RTX 4080 Super Jetstream OC has more AI cores than the average graphics card (320 vs 192). The average graphics card has 192 AI cores.
    What it is: Number of tensor or AI processing cores
    When it matters: When AI features, frame generation, or creator tools use dedicated matrix hardware.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Palit GeForce RTX 4080 Super Jetstream OC has more AI cores than the average graphics card (320 vs 192). The average graphics card has 192 AI cores.320 vs 192
  • 40 more compute units
    Palit GeForce RTX 4080 Super Jetstream OC has more compute units than the average graphics card (80 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 compute units.
  • 32 more ray tracing cores
    Palit GeForce RTX 4080 Super Jetstream OC has more ray tracing cores than the average graphics card (80 vs 48). The average graphics card has 48 ray tracing cores.
  • 2.19x higher texture rate
    Palit GeForce RTX 4080 Super Jetstream OC has a higher texture rate than the average graphics card (825.6 GTexel/s vs 376.8 GTexel/s). The average graphics card has a texture rate of 376.8 GTexel/s.
  • 48 more ROPs
    Palit GeForce RTX 4080 Super Jetstream OC has more ROPs than the average graphics card (112 vs 64). The average graphics card has 64 ROPs.
  • 136 more TMUs
    Palit GeForce RTX 4080 Super Jetstream OC has more TMUs than the average graphics card (320 vs 184). The average graphics card has 184 TMUs.
  • 74.9% higher pixel rate
    Palit GeForce RTX 4080 Super Jetstream OC has a higher pixel rate than the average graphics card (289 GPixel/s vs 165.2 GPixel/s). The average graphics card has a pixel rate of 165.2 GPixel/s.
  • 128 more AI cores
    Palit GeForce RTX 4080 Super Jetstream OC has more AI cores than the average graphics card (320 vs 192). The average graphics card has 192 AI cores.
  • 3.2% higher boost clock speed
    Palit GeForce RTX 4080 Super Jetstream OC has a higher boost GPU clock than the average graphics card (2,580 MHz vs 2,500 MHz). The average graphics card has a boost GPU clock of 2,500 MHz.
  • 19.5% higher base clock speed
    Palit GeForce RTX 4080 Super Jetstream OC has a higher base GPU clock than the average graphics card (2,295 MHz vs 1,920 MHz). The average graphics card has a base GPU clock of 1,920 MHz.
  • 5,888 more FP32 units
    Palit GeForce RTX 4080 Super Jetstream OC has more FP32 units than the average graphics card (10,240 vs 4,352). The average graphics card has 4,352 FP32 units.
  • 2.29x higher compute throughput
    Palit GeForce RTX 4080 Super Jetstream OC has a higher compute throughput than the average graphics card (52.8 TFLOPS vs 23.105 TFLOPS). The average graphics card has compute throughput of 23.105 TFLOPS.
  • 64.4% higher memory bandwidth
    Palit GeForce RTX 4080 Super Jetstream OC has a higher memory bandwidth than the average graphics card (736.3 GB/s vs 448 GB/s). The average graphics card has a memory bandwidth of 448 GB/s.
  • 2,048x larger L2 cache
    Palit GeForce RTX 4080 Super Jetstream OC has more L2 cache than the average graphics card (65,536 MB vs 32 MB). The average graphics card has 32 MB L2 cache.
  • 4 GB more VRAM
    Palit GeForce RTX 4080 Super Jetstream OC has more VRAM than the average graphics card (16 GB vs 12 GB). The average graphics card has 12 GB VRAM.
  • 21.1% faster memory speed
    Palit GeForce RTX 4080 Super Jetstream OC has a higher effective memory speed than the average graphics card (23,000 MHz vs 19,000 MHz). The average graphics card reaches an effective memory speed of 19,000 MHz.
  • 2.1x more transistors
    Palit GeForce RTX 4080 Super Jetstream OC has more transistors than the average graphics card (45,900 million vs 21,900 million). The average graphics card has 21,900 million transistors.
  • Newer HDMI version
    Palit GeForce RTX 4080 Super Jetstream OC supports a newer HDMI version than the average graphics card (2.1a vs 2.1).

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Overall
Performance
Memory
Platform & Features
Connectivity & Media
  • 98.7% slower VRAM clock
    Palit GeForce RTX 4080 Super Jetstream OC has a lower VRAM clock than the average graphics card (23 MHz vs 1,750 MHz). The average graphics card runs its VRAM at 1,750 MHz.
  • 2 fewer GPUs supported
    Palit GeForce RTX 4080 Super Jetstream OC supports fewer GPUs in multi-GPU mode than the average graphics card (0 vs 2). The average graphics card supports 2 GPUs in multi-GPU mode.
  • 48.8% higher TDP
    Palit GeForce RTX 4080 Super Jetstream OC has a higher TDP than the average graphics card (320 W vs 215 W). The average graphics card has a TDP of 215 W.
  • 30.8% higher PSU requirement
    Palit GeForce RTX 4080 Super Jetstream OC has a higher PSU requirement than the average graphics card (850 W vs 650 W). The average graphics card has a PSU requirement of 650 W.
  • 45.5% higher board power limit
    Palit GeForce RTX 4080 Super Jetstream OC 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.
  • 36.4% higher idle power draw
    Palit GeForce RTX 4080 Super Jetstream OC has a higher idle power draw than the average graphics card (15 W vs 11 W). The average graphics card has an idle power draw of 11 W.
  • 45.5% higher peak power draw
    Palit GeForce RTX 4080 Super Jetstream OC 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.
  • 3.5 mm higher card profile
    Palit GeForce RTX 4080 Super Jetstream OC is taller than the average graphics card (130.5 mm vs 127 mm). The average graphics card has a height of 127 mm.
  • 47.8% heavier card weight
    Palit GeForce RTX 4080 Super Jetstream OC is heavier than the average graphics card (1,475 g vs 998 g). The average graphics card weighs 998 g.
  • 48.8% higher TDP
    Palit GeForce RTX 4080 Super Jetstream OC has a higher TDP than the average graphics card (320 W vs 215 W). The average graphics card has a TDP of 215 W.
    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

    Palit GeForce RTX 4080 Super Jetstream OC 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
  • 30.8% higher PSU requirement
    Palit GeForce RTX 4080 Super Jetstream OC has a higher PSU requirement than the average graphics card (850 W vs 650 W). The average graphics card has a PSU requirement of 650 W.
    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

    Palit GeForce RTX 4080 Super Jetstream OC has a higher PSU requirement than the average graphics card (850 W vs 650 W). The average graphics card has a PSU requirement of 650 W.850 W vs 650 W
  • 98.7% slower VRAM clock
    Palit GeForce RTX 4080 Super Jetstream OC has a lower VRAM clock than the average graphics card (23 MHz vs 1,750 MHz). The average graphics card runs its VRAM at 1,750 MHz.
    What it is: Speed at which the GPU memory operates
    When it matters: When you want more context on how quickly the card's VRAM can move data.

    Importance: LOW

    Palit GeForce RTX 4080 Super Jetstream OC has a lower VRAM clock than the average graphics card (23 MHz vs 1,750 MHz). The average graphics card runs its VRAM at 1,750 MHz.23 MHz vs 1750 MHz
  • 45.5% higher board power limit
    Palit GeForce RTX 4080 Super Jetstream OC 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.
    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

    Palit GeForce RTX 4080 Super Jetstream OC 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
  • 2.3x less popular
    Palit GeForce RTX 4080 Super Jetstream OC is less popular than the average graphics card (1.00 vs 2.303).
    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.
    Palit GeForce RTX 4080 Super Jetstream OC is less popular than the average graphics card (1.00 vs 2.303).1 vs 2.3
  • 88.7% more expensive
    Palit GeForce RTX 4080 Super Jetstream OC is more expensive than the average graphics card (£1,000 vs £530).
    Palit GeForce RTX 4080 Super Jetstream OC is more expensive than the average graphics card (£1,000 vs £530).£1,000 vs £530
  • 2 fewer GPUs supported
    Palit GeForce RTX 4080 Super Jetstream OC supports fewer GPUs in multi-GPU mode than the average graphics card (0 vs 2). The average graphics card supports 2 GPUs in multi-GPU mode.
    What it is: Maximum number of GPUs supported in a multi-GPU setup
    When it matters: When you are planning a rendering or compute setup with more than one card.

    Importance: LOW

    Palit GeForce RTX 4080 Super Jetstream OC supports fewer GPUs in multi-GPU mode than the average graphics card (0 vs 2). The average graphics card supports 2 GPUs in multi-GPU mode.0 vs 2
  • 36.4% higher idle power draw
    Palit GeForce RTX 4080 Super Jetstream OC has a higher idle power draw than the average graphics card (15 W vs 11 W). The average graphics card has an idle power draw of 11 W.
    What it is: Power consumption of the graphics card while idle.
    When it matters: When the PC stays on for long hours and background power draw adds up.

    Importance: LOW

    Palit GeForce RTX 4080 Super Jetstream OC has a higher idle power draw than the average graphics card (15 W vs 11 W). The average graphics card has an idle power draw of 11 W.15 W vs 11 W
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What customers like about Palit GeForce RTX 4080 Super Jetstream OC?

  • Excellent 4K gaming performance, consistently maintaining high frame rates across modern titles.
  • Highly efficient triple-fan cooling system that keeps temperatures low (approx. 59-75°C) even under full load.
  • Quiet operation with managed acoustic levels around 37 dBA during intense usage.
  • Understated, 'no-frills' aesthetic without excessive RGB, appealing to users seeking a stealthy build.
  • More compact dimensions compared to other massive aftermarket RTX 4080 Super cards, aiding case compatibility.
  • Features a rigid anti-gravity plate that helps prevent PCB sagging and structural bending.

What customers dislike about Palit GeForce RTX 4080 Super Jetstream OC?

  • Minimal performance gains over the standard (non-Super) RTX 4080, often within a 1-3% margin of error.
  • Lack of RGB lighting and premium 'flashy' features may be a downside for users who prioritize PC aesthetics.
  • Uses some plastic materials in the cooler construction to keep costs down, which may feel less premium than metal alternatives.
  • Possibility of audible coil whine during high frame rate gaming, though typically manageable.
  • The 12VHPWR power connector requires careful cable management and non-aggressive bending to ensure safety.

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overclock3d.net
31/01/2024
Nvidia RTX 4080 Super Five Card Review - OC3D Would you like me to find more reviews from specific regional tech publications, or do you need help com...

The Palit RTX 4080 Super Jetstream, reviewed on Overclock3D, is presented as a high-quality, "no-frills" option designed for budget-conscious users. It prioritizes practical engineering over aesthetics, featuring a robust, efficient three-fan cooling system with a significant through-flow air ventilation design. OC3D While offering flagship-tier performance at a lower cost, the...Read more

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guru3d.com
31/01/2024
Palit GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER JetStream review - Guru 3d

Palit GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER JetStream The Guru3D review highlights the Palit GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER JetStream as an impressive, high-performance graphics card built on NVIDIA's 5 nm AD103 architecture. Priced at a lower MSRP of $999 USD compared to the original $1199 RTX 4080, this version features a minor 30 MHz factory overclock, pushing its boost frequency to 2580 MHz. It is...Read more

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kitguru.net
31/01/2024
Palit RTX 4080 Super JetStream OCGo to product viewer dialogue for this item. Review - KitGuru

The KitGuru review of the Palit RTX 4080 Super JetStream OC highlights it as a "no-frills", stealthy graphics card focused strictly on delivering core performance at the £959 MSRP. Built on a full implementation of the AD103 silicon, it boasts 10,240 CUDA Cores and a small 25MHz factory overclock over the baseline reference boost clock, bringing it to 2575MHz. Despite the slight...Read more

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computerbild.de
31/01/2024
RTX 4080 Super im Test: Die zweitschnellste Grafikkarte!. Major German hardware outlets focused on other models during the launch.

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Super functions as a high-end graphics card refresh that delivers exceptionally fast rendering times and strong gaming performance, even when running heavy 4K resolutions with ray tracing enabled. Built on the 5-nanometer Ada Lovelace AD103 architecture, it increases the hardware configuration over the original non-Super model by raising the CUDA core...Read more

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noticias3d.com
31/01/2024
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER Review: la potencia del chip AD103 completo

The Noticias3D review of the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER highlights it as a powerful graphics card built around the fully unlocked AD103 graphics chip. Tested on a high-end platform featuring an AMD Ryzen 9 7950X processor, 32 GB of DDR5 RAM clocked at 6,000 MHz, and a premium X670E motherboard, the card pushes effective clock speeds beyond 2,700 MHz. The review emphasizes its...Read more

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hwupgrade.it
31/01/2024
GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER recensione: il prezzo è finalmente quello giusto

The Hardware Upgrade review concludes that the GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER serves as a strategic market adjustment from NVIDIA, functioning primarily to fix the poor pricing of the original model rather than deliver massive hardware evolution. Built on the AD103 GPU, the card features 10,240 CUDA cores—a modest 5.2% increase over the base RTX 4080—along with a marginal memory bandwidth...Read more

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