GeForce RTX 4080 16GB vs Radeon RX 7900 XTX 24GB

Verdict: GeForce RTX 4080 16GB and Radeon RX 7900 XTX 24GB are within a few percent in gaming performance, so pick on price, power and features. At today's approximate prices, Radeon RX 7900 XTX 24GB gives more estimated performance for the money.

Performance (estimate)

Est. gaming score (1440p)
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Est. value: gaming score per ₹10,000 today
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GeForce RTX 4080 16GB   Radeon RX 7900 XTX 24GB

These are PC-Build's own estimates worked out from the specifications, not official NVIDIA, AMD or Intel benchmarks and not frame rates. The real gap depends on the game, the resolution and the settings. How the scores work

Why pick GeForce RTX 4080 16GB

  • DLSS upscaling and stronger ray tracing

Why pick Radeon RX 7900 XTX 24GB

  • 8 GB more video memory (24 vs 16 GB)
  • 34% more memory bandwidth (960 vs 716.8 GB/s)
  • FSR works on any card; usually more memory for the money
  • About ₹28,100 cheaper today

Specifications

GeForce RTX 4080 16GBRadeon RX 7900 XTX 24GB
ArchitectureAda LovelaceRDNA 3
GPU chipAD103Navi 31
Video memory16 GB GDDR6X24 GB GDDR6
Memory bus256-bit384-bit
Memory bandwidth716.8 GB/s960 GB/s
L2 cache64 MB—
Boost clock2.50 GHz2.5 GHz
Board power (rated)320 W355 W
PCIe interfacePCIe 4.0 x16PCIe 4.0 x16
Upscaling / frame generationDLSS 3 with Frame GenerationFSR 3 with Frame Generation
Released2022-11-162022-12-13
Price today (≈)₹1.68 L₹1.4 L

FAQ

Is GeForce RTX 4080 16GB better than Radeon RX 7900 XTX 24GB?

GeForce RTX 4080 16GB and Radeon RX 7900 XTX 24GB are within a few percent in gaming performance, so pick on price, power and features. At today's approximate prices, Radeon RX 7900 XTX 24GB gives more estimated performance for the money.

Which uses less power, GeForce RTX 4080 16GB or Radeon RX 7900 XTX 24GB?

GeForce RTX 4080 16GB is rated at 320 W versus 355 W for Radeon RX 7900 XTX 24GB.

Which is better value, GeForce RTX 4080 16GB or Radeon RX 7900 XTX 24GB?

Going by today's prices (shown at the top of this page in your currency), Radeon RX 7900 XTX 24GB gives more estimated performance for the money than GeForce RTX 4080 16GB. Prices change daily, so check the shop before you buy.

Are GeForce RTX 4080 16GB and Radeon RX 7900 XTX 24GB good for 1440p gaming?

Yes. GeForce RTX 4080 16GB (16 GB GDDR6X) and Radeon RX 7900 XTX 24GB (24 GB GDDR6) both have more than 8 GB of video memory, a good amount for 1440p. Actual frame rates depend on the game, settings and ray tracing.

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