Specifications Compared
| Spec | GTX 1080 | RTX 4080 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 180W | 320W |
| VRAM | 8-11 GB | 16 GB |
| CUDA Cores | 2,560 | 9,728 |
| FP8 (dense) | Not published | 194.9 TFLOPS |
| Memory Type | GDDR5X | GDDR6X |
| Architecture | Pascal | Ada Lovelace |
| FP16 (dense) | Not published | 97.5 TFLOPS |
| Form Factors | PCIe | PCIe |
| INT8 (dense) | Not published | 389.9 TOPS |
| Interconnect | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 4.0 |
| Tensor Cores | Not published | 304 |
| FP32 Performance | 8.9 TFLOPS | 48.7 TFLOPS |
| Memory Bandwidth | 320 GB/s | 717 GB/s |
| FP8 (with sparsity) | Not published | 389.8 TFLOPS |
| FP16 (with sparsity) | Not published | 195 TFLOPS |
| INT8 (with sparsity) | Not published | 779.8 TOPS |
Performance Analysis
The RTX 4080 further lists dense FP16 at 97.5 TFLOPS and FP16 with sparsity at 195 TFLOPS. This dense FP16 figure exceeds the FP32 value by a factor of two and supports faster matrix operations during training and inference workloads. Memory bandwidth at 717 GB per second on the RTX 4080 compared with 320 GB per second on the GTX 1080 permits larger batch sizes before memory saturation occurs.
Current On-Demand Offers
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GTX 1080
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RTX 4080
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When to Choose the GTX 1080
The GTX 1080 suits environments constrained by a 180 W TDP limit. Its PCIe 3.0 interconnect matches older host systems that lack PCIe 4.0 support. Workloads that fit within 8 to 11 GB VRAM and require only 8.9 TFLOPS FP32 remain viable on this card without excess power draw.
When to Choose the RTX 4080
Its 717 GB per second bandwidth and dense FP16 rating of 97.5 TFLOPS accelerate large batch inference and training sessions. Newer PCIe 4.0 connectivity further reduces data transfer latency on compatible platforms.
Use Cases
The RTX 4080 supplies 48.7 TFLOPS FP32 and 16 GB VRAM that exceed GTX 1080 limits.
Dense FP16 performance reaches 97.5 TFLOPS on the RTX 4080 versus no published FP16 figure on the GTX 1080.
717 GB per second memory bandwidth on the RTX 4080 supports larger batches than the 320 GB per second on the GTX 1080.
The RTX 4080 16 GB VRAM and 48.7 TFLOPS FP32 handle higher resolution generation than the GTX 1080 configuration.
The GTX 1080 at 180 W TDP fits power limited nodes while the RTX 4080 at 320 W TDP fits performance limited nodes.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does FP32 performance compare between the GTX 1080 and RTX 4080?▾
The GTX 1080 lists 8.9 TFLOPS FP32. The RTX 4080 lists 48.7 TFLOPS FP32.
What memory bandwidth values appear for each GPU?▾
The GTX 1080 provides 320 GB per second. The RTX 4080 provides 717 GB per second.
What TDP ratings distinguish the two cards?▾
The GTX 1080 carries a 180 W TDP. The RTX 4080 carries a 320 W TDP.
Do both GPUs support the same interconnect generation?▾
The GTX 1080 uses PCIe 3.0. The RTX 4080 uses PCIe 4.0.
Are FP16 figures published for the GTX 1080?▾
No FP16 value appears for the GTX 1080. The RTX 4080 states 97.5 TFLOPS dense FP16 and 195 TFLOPS with sparsity.
Which is cheaper to rent, the GTX 1080 or the RTX 4080?▾
Cloud rental prices for both the GTX 1080 and RTX 4080 vary by provider, configuration, and availability. This page shows live pricing from 25+ providers updated every 60 seconds. Scroll to the Live Cloud Pricing section to compare current rates.
How much VRAM does the GTX 1080 have compared to the RTX 4080?▾
The GTX 1080 has 8 to 11 GB of GDDR5X memory. The RTX 4080 has 16 GB of GDDR6X memory.
Can I find GTX 1080 and RTX 4080 GPUs available to rent right now?▾
Yes. This page shows real-time availability across 25+ cloud GPU providers. The Live Cloud Pricing section displays only in-stock offers with current pricing.
What is the main difference between the GTX 1080 and the RTX 4080?▾
The GTX 1080 uses the Pascal architecture (2016) while the RTX 4080 uses Ada Lovelace (2022). The GTX 1080 has 8-11 GB of GDDR5X at 320 GB/s; the RTX 4080 has 16 GB of GDDR6X at 717 GB/s, so the RTX 4080 has 2.2x the memory bandwidth of the GTX 1080.
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