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Aggregate performance score

We've compared GeForce GTX 1080 and Radeon RX Vega 56, covering specs and all relevant benchmarks.

GeForce GTX 1080 +12%
17
8GB , 180W
Radeon RX Vega 56
15
8GB , 210W

GeForce GTX 1080 outperforms Radeon RX Vega 56 by a moderate 12% based on our aggregate benchmark results.

Summary

We compared two graphics cards: the GeForce GTX 1080 with 8GB VRAM (Pascal architecture), against the Radeon RX Vega 56 with 8GB VRAM (RDNA architecture). Both graphics cards offer competitive value for their respective price points. The GeForce GTX 1080 is more power-efficient, consuming 180W compared to 210W. 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

18% better value score (20 versus 17)
12% higher 3DMark score (7,570 versus 6,776)
14% lower power consumption (180W versus 210W)
$20 lower current price ($379 versus $399)

Reasons to consider the Radeon RX Vega 56

Value Score Comparison

Price-to-performance value analysis

GeForce GTX 1080
+18% better value
20
Radeon RX Vega 56
17

Benchmarks

Performance comparison across 1 common benchmarks

3DMark synthetic

GeForce GTX 1080
+12%
7,570
Radeon RX Vega 56
6,776

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side hardware comparison

Specification GeForce GTX 1080 Radeon RX Vega 56
Architecture Pascal RDNA
VRAM Size 8 GB 8 GB
TDP 180W 210W
Current Price $379
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$399
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Conclusion

But if raw gaming performance and future-proofing are more important – go for the GeForce GTX 1080. Both graphics cards have their strengths, so choose based on your specific gaming needs, budget constraints, and performance requirements.