GeForce RTX 5080 vs GeForce RTX 4080 Super
The GeForce RTX 5080 is the faster card — roughly 6% ahead of the GeForce RTX 4080 Super on our spec-derived score, and it's the better pick if you're targeting 1440p. The GeForce RTX 4080 Super still makes sense if it's meaningfully cheaper or you're gaming at a lower resolution. Run your full build through BuildForge to see whether your CPU can actually keep either card fed before you spend.
Spec comparison
FPS by game
Estimated average frame rates assuming a capable CPU, from the same model that powers the live BuildForge analyzer. Real numbers vary with settings, drivers, and the rest of your build.
| Game | 1080p | 1440p | 4K |
|---|---|---|---|
| Counter-Strike 2 | 540/540 | 440/440 | 280/280 |
| Fortnite | 215/215 | 165/165 | 105/105 |
| Call of Duty: Warzone | 215/215 | 165/165 | 105/105 |
| Elden Ring | 165/165 | 125/125 | 80/80 |
| Baldur's Gate 3 | 165/165 | 125/125 | 80/80 |
| Cyberpunk 2077 | 120/120 | 88/88 | 56/56 |
Where to buy
Will your CPU bottleneck either card?
A faster GPU only helps if the rest of your build can feed it. Drop in your full specs and BuildForge tells you the real bottleneck, FPS for the games you play, and the upgrade that actually moves the needle.
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Is the GeForce RTX 5080 better than the GeForce RTX 4080 Super?
Yes — the GeForce RTX 5080 is about 6% faster than the GeForce RTX 4080 Super on our spec-derived score, so it's the stronger card for higher resolutions and refresh rates.
What FPS do the GeForce RTX 5080 and GeForce RTX 4080 Super get at 1440p?
Across a mix of esports and AAA titles, the GeForce RTX 5080 averages around 185 FPS at 1440p and the GeForce RTX 4080 Super around 185 FPS, assuming a CPU that isn't holding them back.
Which is the better value, the GeForce RTX 5080 or the GeForce RTX 4080 Super?
It depends on the price you can find each at — GPU prices move constantly. Check the live Amazon price for both, then run your full build through BuildForge to confirm your CPU and PSU can support the card before buying.
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