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$399
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Aggregate performance score

We've compared GeForce GTX 1080 Ti and Radeon RX 6800 XT, covering specs and all relevant benchmarks.

GeForce GTX 1080 Ti
21
11GB , 250W
Radeon RX 6800 XT +106%
44
16GB , 300W

Radeon RX 6800 XT outperforms GeForce GTX 1080 Ti by a significant 106% based on our aggregate benchmark results.

Summary

We compared two graphics cards: the GeForce GTX 1080 Ti with 11GB VRAM (Pascal architecture), against the Radeon RX 6800 XT with 16GB VRAM (RDNA 2 architecture). The Radeon RX 6800 XT offers significantly better value for money with a 71% higher value score. The GeForce GTX 1080 Ti is more power-efficient, consuming 250W compared to 300W. On this page, you will find detailed benchmark comparisons, technical specifications, value score analysis, and key differences to help you choose the right graphics card for your needs and budget.

Key Differences

An overview of the main advantages of each graphics card

Reasons to consider the GeForce GTX 1080 Ti

17% lower power consumption (250W versus 300W)
$80 lower current price ($399 versus $479)

Reasons to consider the Radeon RX 6800 XT

71% better value score (40 versus 23)
106% higher 3DMark score (19,187 versus 9,333)
45% more VRAM: 16GB versus 11GB

Value Score Comparison

Price-to-performance value analysis

GeForce GTX 1080 Ti
23
Radeon RX 6800 XT
+71% better value
40

Benchmarks

Performance comparison across 1 common benchmarks

3DMark synthetic

GeForce GTX 1080 Ti
9,333
Radeon RX 6800 XT
+106%
19,187

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side hardware comparison

Specification GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Radeon RX 6800 XT
Architecture Pascal RDNA 2
VRAM Size 11 GB 16 GB
TDP 250W 300W
Current Price $399
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$479
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Conclusion

If value for money and price-to-performance ratio are your top priorities, then choose the Radeon RX 6800 XT. But if raw gaming performance and future-proofing are more important – go for the Radeon RX 6800 XT. If you plan to game at higher resolutions or use VRAM-intensive applications, the Radeon RX 6800 XT with 16GB VRAM provides more headroom. Both graphics cards have their strengths, so choose based on your specific gaming needs, budget constraints, and performance requirements.