Specifications Compared
| Spec | RTX 4080 | RTX 5060 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 320W | 145W |
| VRAM | 16 GB | 8-16 GB |
| CUDA Cores | 9,728 | 3,840 |
| FP8 (dense) | 194.9 TFLOPS | Not published |
| Memory Type | GDDR6X | GDDR7 |
| Architecture | Ada Lovelace | Blackwell |
| FP16 (dense) | 97.5 TFLOPS | Not published |
| Form Factors | PCIe | PCIe |
| INT8 (dense) | 389.9 TOPS | Not published |
| Interconnect | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 5.0 |
| Tensor Cores | 304 | 120 |
| FP32 Performance | 48.7 TFLOPS | 19.2 TFLOPS |
| Memory Bandwidth | 717 GB/s | 448 GB/s |
| FP4 (with sparsity) | Not published | 614 TFLOPS |
| FP8 (with sparsity) | 389.8 TFLOPS | Not published |
| FP16 (with sparsity) | 195 TFLOPS | Not published |
| INT8 (with sparsity) | 779.8 TOPS | Not published |
Performance Analysis
The RTX 4080 delivers FP32 performance of 48.7 TFLOPS compared with 19.2 TFLOPS on the RTX 5060 which indicates greater throughput for compute workloads that rely on single precision operations. Memory bandwidth of 717 GB/s on the RTX 4080 exceeds the 448 GB/s figure on the RTX 5060 and this difference influences the maximum batch sizes that fit within sustained data movement limits during training or inference passes. The RTX 4080 publishes dense FP16 at 97.5 TFLOPS while the RTX 5060 does not publish an FP16 figure so direct dense FP16 comparison remains unavailable and users must rely on the available FP32 and bandwidth numbers instead.
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RTX 4080
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RTX 5060
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When to Choose the RTX 4080
The RTX 4080 suits workloads that require the higher FP32 figure of 48.7 TFLOPS and the larger memory bandwidth of 717 GB/s such as large scale model training sessions that benefit from the 16 GB GDDR6X capacity. Its 320W TDP rating supports sustained operation in servers where power delivery is not constrained.
When to Choose the RTX 5060
The RTX 5060 fits power limited environments that prioritize the 145W TDP rating over the 320W rating of the RTX 4080 while still providing Blackwell architecture features and PCIe 5.0 interconnect support. Its variable 8 to 16 GB GDDR7 option allows deployment in compact systems where lower power draw matters more than peak FP32 throughput.
Use Cases
The RTX 4080 provides FP32 performance of 48.7 TFLOPS and memory bandwidth of 717 GB/s that support larger batch processing than the RTX 5060 figures.
Higher memory bandwidth of 717 GB/s on the RTX 4080 enables faster token generation compared with 448 GB/s on the RTX 5060.
The 16 GB VRAM and 48.7 TFLOPS FP32 rating on the RTX 4080 accommodate fine tuning runs that exceed the published RTX 5060 FP32 capacity.
Both cards supply sufficient VRAM ranges for image generation tasks though the RTX 4080 bandwidth advantage is offset by the RTX 5060 lower TDP.
FP32 performance of 48.7 TFLOPS combined with 717 GB/s bandwidth on the RTX 4080 accelerates numerical simulations beyond the RTX 5060 specifications.
Frequently Asked Questions
What FP32 performance numbers are listed for each GPU?▾
The RTX 4080 lists FP32 performance at 48.7 TFLOPS while the RTX 5060 lists FP32 at 19.2 TFLOPS. These figures allow direct comparison of single precision throughput.
How does memory bandwidth differ between the two cards?▾
The RTX 4080 provides memory bandwidth of 717 GB/s whereas the RTX 5060 provides 448 GB/s. This gap affects sustained data transfer rates during model execution.
What TDP ratings are published for the RTX 4080 and RTX 5060?▾
The RTX 4080 carries a TDP rating of 320W and the RTX 5060 carries a TDP rating of 145W. Lower power draw on the RTX 5060 suits energy constrained deployments.
Which architecture and interconnect does each GPU use?▾
The RTX 4080 uses Ada Lovelace architecture with PCIe 4.0 interconnect while the RTX 5060 uses Blackwell architecture with PCIe 5.0 interconnect. Both remain PCIe form factor cards.
Does the RTX 5060 publish FP16 performance figures?▾
The RTX 5060 does not publish FP16 figures. The RTX 4080 publishes dense FP16 at 97.5 TFLOPS and sparse FP16 at 195 TFLOPS for reference.
Which is cheaper to rent, the RTX 4080 or the RTX 5060?▾
Cloud rental prices for both the RTX 4080 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 RTX 4080 have compared to the RTX 5060?▾
The RTX 4080 has 16 GB of GDDR6X memory. The RTX 5060 has 8 to 16 GB of GDDR7 memory.
Can I find RTX 4080 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 RTX 4080 and the RTX 5060?▾
The RTX 4080 uses the Ada Lovelace architecture (2022) while the RTX 5060 uses Blackwell (2025). The RTX 4080 has 16 GB of GDDR6X at 717 GB/s; the RTX 5060 has 8-16 GB of GDDR7 at 448 GB/s, so the RTX 4080 has 1.6x the memory bandwidth of the RTX 5060.
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