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GeForce RTX 3080 12 GB vs Radeon RX 9060 XT 16 GB
The GeForce RTX 3080 12 GB is slightly faster than the Radeon RX 9060 XT 16 GB on average across 100+ games. However, it's a much worse value for money, as it's $729.01 more expensive!
GeForce RTX 3080 12 GB39% Score
- Up to 13% faster on average across 100+ games
- Up to 129% more expensive – $1,189.00 vs $459.99
Radeon RX 9060 XT 16 GB34% Score
- Is 3 years and 5 months newer
- Up to 129% cheaper – $459.99 vs $1,189.00
- Up to 102% better value for money
FPS Comparison Across Popular Games
Predicted average FPS at 1080p, 1440p, and 4K, based on real game benchmarks.
Specs & Benchmark Comparison
Side-by-side specs, synthetic benchmarks, and key hardware differences.
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GeForce RTX 3080 12 GB ranks 5 points higher.
FP32 Computehelp
GeForce RTX 3080 12 GB has 20% more compute power.
Pixel Fillratehelp
Radeon RX 9060 XT 16 GB fills pixels 22% faster.
Texture Fillratehelp
GeForce RTX 3080 12 GB maps textures 20% faster.
VRAMhelp
Radeon RX 9060 XT 16 GB has 4 GB more VRAM.
Memory Bandwidthhelp
GeForce RTX 3080 12 GB moves data 183% faster.
TDPhelp
Radeon RX 9060 XT 16 GB draws 190W less power.
Pricehelp
Radeon RX 9060 XT 16 GB is $729.01 cheaper.
GDDR6X
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GDDR6384-bit
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128-bitGeForce 30
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Navi IV (RX 9000)Desktop
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-Frequently Asked Questions
compare_arrowsWhich is better, GeForce RTX 3080 12 GB or Radeon RX 9060 XT 16 GB?expand_more
The GeForce RTX 3080 12 GB. It's 15% faster than the Radeon RX 9060 XT 16 GB on average across 100+ games, scoring 39/100 vs 34/100 in our gaming rating.
speedHow much faster is GeForce RTX 3080 12 GB than Radeon RX 9060 XT 16 GB?expand_more
15% faster on average. The gap varies by game and resolution, check the per-game FPS comparison above.
aspect_ratioWhich is better for 1440p and 4K gaming, GeForce RTX 3080 12 GB or Radeon RX 9060 XT 16 GB?expand_more
The GeForce RTX 3080 12 GB is faster at both resolutions. At 4K, VRAM matters more, check the specs section to compare memory. Toggle the resolution selector above to see per-game FPS.
paidIs the GeForce RTX 3080 12 GB worth buying in 2026?expand_more
It scores 39/100 in our gaming rating, faster than most GPUs on the market. Good buy if the price is right.
differenceWhat is the difference between GeForce RTX 3080 12 GB and Radeon RX 9060 XT 16 GB?expand_more
Performance: GeForce RTX 3080 12 GB scores 39/100, Radeon RX 9060 XT 16 GB scores 34/100. They also differ in VRAM, memory bandwidth, power draw, and compute performance. Full breakdown in the specs section above.
compressWill the GeForce RTX 3080 12 GB or Radeon RX 9060 XT 16 GB bottleneck my PC?expand_more
Depends on the rest of your build, especially your CPU. Swap the paired CPU in the FPS section above to see if it limits performance, or use our bottleneck calculator for a full analysis.
upgradeIs it worth upgrading to the GeForce RTX 3080 12 GB or Radeon RX 9060 XT 16 GB?expand_more
The GeForce RTX 3080 12 GB is the stronger pick at 39/100. Compare your current GPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.
memoryDoes VRAM matter when comparing the GeForce RTX 3080 12 GB and Radeon RX 9060 XT 16 GB?expand_more
Yes, more VRAM helps at higher resolutions and in modded games. Check the specs section above to compare memory capacity and bandwidth between both GPUs.
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