NVIDIA GeForce
GTX 1080
Pascal · 8 GB GDDR5X
NVIDIA GeForce VS NVIDIA GeForce GPU COMPARISON
GTX 1080 vs RTX 3050
Compare RightNow GPU Database specifications and median 3DMark Time Spy Graphics scores. The quick answer below is intentionally separated from game-specific FPS and live pricing.
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NVIDIA GeForce
RTX 3050
Ampere · 8 GB GDDR6 / 6 GB GDDR6
QUICK ANSWER
GTX 1080 leads in 3DMark Time Spy
GTX 1080 has a median Graphics score of 7,565 versus 6,235 for RTX 3050, a lead of about 21% in this synthetic workload.
3DMARK TIME SPY
Time Spy Graphics score comparison
Median Graphics scores across submitted 3DMark Time Spy results; higher is better.
GTX 10807,565
Median Time Spy Graphics score · 919,051 resultsView 3DMark result searchRTX 30506,235
Median Time Spy Graphics score · 65,139 resultsView 3DMark result searchTime Spy is a synthetic DirectX 12 workload, not an FPS guarantee. Submitted results can include different board models, drivers, cooling, overclocks, and laptop power limits. Models are desktop GPUs unless explicitly labeled Laptop.
SPECIFICATIONS
GTX 1080 vs RTX 3050 specs
Reference specifications from the RightNow GPU Database, whose upstream records come from TechPowerUp.
| Specification | GTX 1080 | RTX 3050 |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Pascal | Ampere |
| GPU codename | GP104 | GA106 |
| Foundry | TSMC | Samsung |
| Process size | 16 nm | 8 nm |
| Shader units | 2,560 | 2,560 |
| Base clock | 1,607 MHz | 1,552 MHz |
| Boost clock | 1,733 MHz | 1,777 MHz |
| Memory | 8 GB GDDR5X | 8 GB GDDR6 / 6 GB GDDR6 |
| Memory bus | 256-bit | 128-bit |
| Memory bandwidth | 320.3 GB/s | 224 GB/s |
| TMUs | 160 | 80 |
| ROPs | 64 | 32 |
| Tensor cores | Not listed | 80 |
| Ray tracing cores | Not listed | 20 |
| L2 cache | 2 MB | 2 MB |
| TDP | 180 W | 130 W |
| Recommended system power | 450 W | 300 W |
| PCI Express | PCIe 3.0 x16 | PCIe 4.0 x8 |
| Power connectors | 1x 8-pin | 1x 8-pin |
| Display outputs | 1x DVI, 1x HDMI 2.0, 3x DisplayPort 1.4a | 1x HDMI 2.1, 3x DisplayPort 1.4a |
| DirectX | 12.1 | 12.2 |
| Vulkan | 1.4 | 1.4 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| FP32 performance | 8.87 TFLOPS | 9.1 TFLOPS |
GTX 1080: RightNow GPU Database · upstream record · retrieved Aug 20, 2026
RTX 3050: RightNow GPU Database · upstream record · retrieved Aug 20, 2026
HOW TO CHOOSE
Should you choose GTX 1080 or RTX 3050?
A useful choice depends on performance, memory, power, price, and the games or workloads you actually use.
Start with measured performance
GTX 1080 has a median Graphics score of 7,565 versus 6,235 for RTX 3050, a lead of about 21% in this synthetic workload. Treat a result within roughly three percent as effectively close in this synthetic workload.
Check memory and power
GTX 1080 lists 8 GB GDDR5X and 180 W graphics power; RTX 3050 lists 8 GB GDDR6 / 6 GB GDDR6 and 130 W. Board-partner models can use different coolers, limits, and connectors.
Verify the exact game and price
This comparison does not invent FPS or value claims. Check independent testing for your games and resolution, then compare the current prices of the exact cards available to you.