NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 was released in 2020 as part of the Ampere generation. It features 10 GB of video memory and utilizes an 8 nm process for its construction. The card has a rated power draw of 320 W, and launched at approximately $699.

Released2020
Memory10 GB
Clock1440 MHz
Power320 W
Atlas performance index360 estimate

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BrandNVIDIA
FamilyAmpere
Released2020
Video memory10 GB
Base clock1440 MHz
Boost clock1710 MHz
Power (TDP)320 W
Process8 nm
Launch price$699
Atlas performance index360 estimate

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