Specifications Compared
| Spec | GTX 1080 | RTX 5060 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 180W | 145W |
| VRAM | 8-11 GB | 8-16 GB |
| CUDA Cores | 2,560 | 3,840 |
| Memory Type | GDDR5X | GDDR7 |
| Architecture | Pascal | Blackwell |
| Form Factors | PCIe | PCIe |
| Interconnect | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 5.0 |
| Tensor Cores | Not published | 120 |
| FP32 Performance | 8.9 TFLOPS | 19.2 TFLOPS |
| Memory Bandwidth | 320 GB/s | 448 GB/s |
| FP4 (with sparsity) | Not published | 614 TFLOPS |
Performance Analysis
The RTX 5060 supplies 19.2 TFLOPS dense FP32 compared with 8.9 TFLOPS dense FP32 on the GTX 1080. This ratio indicates more than double the dense FP32 throughput on the newer card. The higher bandwidth supports larger batch sizes in memory bound operations. The GTX 1080 lacks any published sparse tensor figure while the RTX 5060 lists 614 TFLOPS FP4 with sparsity.
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GTX 1080
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When to Choose the GTX 1080
The GTX 1080 suits environments limited to PCIe 3.0 interconnects where the 8.9 TFLOPS dense FP32 figure meets requirements. Its 180W TDP remains acceptable in systems already provisioned for that power envelope. Users retain the 320 GB/s bandwidth and 8 to 11 GB GDDR5X capacity without needing newer form factor changes.
When to Choose the RTX 5060
The 614 TFLOPS FP4 with sparsity enables higher throughput in sparse tensor operations. PCIe 5.0 interconnect support aligns with contemporary server platforms that require the 8 to 16 GB GDDR7 capacity.
Use Cases
The RTX 5060 provides 19.2 TFLOPS dense FP32 and 448 GB/s bandwidth that exceed the GTX 1080 values.
The RTX 5060 supplies 19.2 TFLOPS dense FP32 along with 614 TFLOPS FP4 with sparsity for inference throughput.
Both cards deliver sufficient 8.9 or 19.2 TFLOPS dense FP32 for image generation tasks at their respective memory capacities.
The RTX 5060 achieves 19.2 TFLOPS dense FP32 and 145W TDP that improve efficiency over the GTX 1080 8.9 TFLOPS and 180W TDP.
Frequently Asked Questions
What FP32 performance does each GPU provide?▾
The GTX 1080 lists 8.9 TFLOPS dense FP32. The RTX 5060 lists 19.2 TFLOPS dense FP32.
How does memory bandwidth compare between the cards?▾
The GTX 1080 reaches 320 GB/s. The RTX 5060 reaches 448 GB/s.
What TDP values are specified for each GPU?▾
The GTX 1080 carries a 180W TDP. The RTX 5060 carries a 145W TDP.
Does the RTX 5060 publish a sparse tensor performance figure?▾
The RTX 5060 publishes 614 TFLOPS FP4 with sparsity. The GTX 1080 has no published sparse figure.
Which interconnect does each GPU use?▾
The GTX 1080 uses PCIe 3.0. The RTX 5060 uses PCIe 5.0.
Which is cheaper to rent, the GTX 1080 or the RTX 5060?▾
Cloud rental prices for both the GTX 1080 and RTX 5060 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 5060?▾
The GTX 1080 has 8 to 11 GB of GDDR5X memory. The RTX 5060 has 8 to 16 GB of GDDR7 memory.
Can I find GTX 1080 and RTX 5060 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 5060?▾
The GTX 1080 uses the Pascal architecture (2016) while the RTX 5060 uses Blackwell (2025). The GTX 1080 has 8-11 GB of GDDR5X at 320 GB/s; the RTX 5060 has 8-16 GB of GDDR7 at 448 GB/s, so the RTX 5060 has 1.4x the memory bandwidth of the GTX 1080.
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