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GeForce RTX 5080 vs Radeon RX 7900 XT
The GeForce RTX 5080 is faster than the Radeon RX 7900 XT on average across 100+ games. However, it's a slightly worse value for money, as it's $360.00 more expensive!
GeForce RTX 508070% Score
- Up to 22% faster on average across 100+ games
- Is 2 years and 3 months newer
- Up to 10% better value for money
- Up to 11% more expensive – $1,299.99 vs $939.99
Radeon RX 7900 XT57% Score
- Up to 11% cheaper – $939.99 vs $1,299.99
FPS Comparison Across Popular Games
Predicted average FPS at 1080p, 1440p, and 4K, based on real game benchmarks.
Specs & Benchmark Comparison
Side-by-side specs, synthetic benchmarks, and key hardware differences.
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GeForce RTX 5080 has 9% more compute power.
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Radeon RX 7900 XT fills pixels 57% faster.
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GeForce RTX 5080 maps textures 9% faster.
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GeForce RTX 5080 moves data 20% faster.
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-Frequently Asked Questions
compare_arrowsWhich is better, GeForce RTX 5080 or Radeon RX 7900 XT?expand_more
The GeForce RTX 5080. It's 23% faster than the Radeon RX 7900 XT on average across 100+ games, scoring 70/100 vs 57/100 in our gaming rating.
speedHow much faster is GeForce RTX 5080 than Radeon RX 7900 XT?expand_more
23% faster on average. The gap varies by game and resolution, check the per-game FPS comparison above.
aspect_ratioWhich is better for 1440p and 4K gaming, GeForce RTX 5080 or Radeon RX 7900 XT?expand_more
The GeForce RTX 5080 is faster at both resolutions. At 4K, VRAM matters more, check the specs section to compare memory. Toggle the resolution selector above to see per-game FPS.
paidIs the GeForce RTX 5080 worth buying in 2026?expand_more
It scores 70/100 in our gaming rating, faster than most GPUs on the market. Good buy if the price is right.
differenceWhat is the difference between GeForce RTX 5080 and Radeon RX 7900 XT?expand_more
Performance: GeForce RTX 5080 scores 70/100, Radeon RX 7900 XT scores 57/100. They also differ in VRAM, memory bandwidth, power draw, and compute performance. Full breakdown in the specs section above.
compressWill the GeForce RTX 5080 or Radeon RX 7900 XT bottleneck my PC?expand_more
Depends on the rest of your build, especially your CPU. Swap the paired CPU in the FPS section above to see if it limits performance, or use our bottleneck calculator for a full analysis.
upgradeIs it worth upgrading to the GeForce RTX 5080 or Radeon RX 7900 XT?expand_more
The GeForce RTX 5080 is the stronger pick at 70/100. Compare your current GPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.
memoryDoes VRAM matter when comparing the GeForce RTX 5080 and Radeon RX 7900 XT?expand_more
Yes, more VRAM helps at higher resolutions and in modded games. Check the specs section above to compare memory capacity and bandwidth between both GPUs.
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