Specifications Compared
| Spec | GTX-1070 | RTX-2080 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 150W | 215W |
| VRAM | 8 GB | 8-11 GB |
| CUDA Cores | 1,920 | 2,944 |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR6 |
| Architecture | Pascal | Turing |
| Form Factors | PCIe | PCIe |
| Interconnect | NVLink | |
| FP16 Performance | 6.5 TFLOPS | 10.1 TFLOPS |
| FP32 Performance | 6.5 TFLOPS | 10.1 TFLOPS |
| Memory Bandwidth | 256 GB/s | 616 GB/s |
Performance Analysis
Compute performance advantage is clear: RTX 2080 Ti's 13.5 TFLOPS FP32 exceeds GTX 1070 Ti's 8.9 TFLOPS by 51 percent, accelerating training and inference workloads. With FP16 matching FP32 at 8.9 TFLOPS on GTX 1070 Ti and 13.5 TFLOPS on RTX 2080 Ti, mixed precision training sees proportional gains, though Turing tensor cores provide additional boosts in optimized software. Memory bandwidth gap proves critical: 616 GB/s on RTX 2080 Ti versus 256 GB/s on GTX 1070 Ti enables larger batch sizes in deep learning, reducing iteration times by alleviating data transfer limits. The 11 GB VRAM on RTX 2080 Ti supports bigger models than the 8 GB on GTX 1070 Ti, minimizing out-of-memory errors. Higher 250W TDP on RTX 2080 Ti reflects its performance density compared to 180W on GTX 1070 Ti.
Live Cloud Pricing
Real-time prices from 25+ providers. Updated every 60 seconds.
RTX 2080 Ti
| Provider | GPU Model | VRAM | Host Specs | Region | Price | Status | Action | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Vast.ai | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 Ti 11GB VRAM | 11GB | 32 vCPU 63GB RAM 1273GB Storage | Maryland | $0.13/GPU/hr | Available |
When to Choose the GTX 1070 Ti
GTX 1070 Ti fits scenarios with power constraints or existing Pascal hardware. Its 180W TDP consumes less energy than RTX 2080 Ti's 250W, suiting small-scale on-premise servers. The 8 GB VRAM and 8.9 TFLOPS suffice for lightweight inference or fine-tuning small models where cloud access lacks.
When to Choose the RTX 2080 Ti
RTX 2080 Ti dominates modern workloads requiring high throughput. With 13.5 TFLOPS FP32/FP16 and 616 GB/s bandwidth, it handles large-scale training efficiently. Cloud availability from $0.06 per hour and NVLink support make it ideal for scalable AI deployments.
Use Cases
RTX 2080 Ti's 13.5 TFLOPS FP32 and 616 GB/s bandwidth facilitate faster training with larger batches than GTX 1070 Ti's 8.9 TFLOPS and 256 GB/s.
Higher 11 GB VRAM and bandwidth on RTX 2080 Ti support low-latency inference on bigger LLMs. GTX 1070 Ti limits scale with 8 GB.
Turing tensor cores and 51 percent higher compute on RTX 2080 Ti speed fine-tuning. Pascal lacks equivalent acceleration.
RTX 2080 Ti leverages RT and tensor cores for diffusion generation, outperforming GTX 1070 Ti by wide margin in speed.
RTX 2080 Ti's superior FP32 throughput and bandwidth excel in simulations. GTX 1070 Ti works for modest computations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the TFLOPS difference between GTX 1070 Ti and RTX 2080 Ti?▾
RTX 2080 Ti achieves 13.5 TFLOPS in FP32 and FP16, surpassing GTX 1070 Ti's 8.9 TFLOPS by 51 percent. This boosts ML training speed. Real-world gains depend on software optimization.
Which GPU has higher memory bandwidth?▾
RTX 2080 Ti delivers 616 GB/s, more than double GTX 1070 Ti's 256 GB/s. Higher bandwidth supports larger batches in training. It pairs with 11 GB GDDR6 versus 8 GB GDDR5.
How do power requirements compare?▾
GTX 1070 Ti TDP is 180W, lower than RTX 2080 Ti's 250W. This favors GTX 1070 Ti in power-limited setups. RTX 2080 Ti offers better performance per watt for intensive tasks.
Is RTX 2080 Ti available on cloud platforms?▾
RTX 2080 Ti pricing starts at $0.06 per hour, averaging $0.11 per hour across 6 live offers. GTX 1070 Ti has no current cloud availability. This makes RTX 2080 Ti preferable for rentals.
Which is better for AI and deep learning?▾
RTX 2080 Ti excels with tensor cores, 13.5 TFLOPS, and 11 GB VRAM for AI tasks. GTX 1070 Ti's 8.9 TFLOPS suits basic workloads. Bandwidth difference impacts batch processing.
Do these GPUs support NVLink?▾
RTX 2080 Ti includes NVLink for multi-GPU scaling. GTX 1070 Ti lacks this interconnect. NVLink enhances distributed training on RTX 2080 Ti.
Which is cheaper to rent, the GTX 1070 or the RTX 2080?▾
Cloud rental prices for both the GTX 1070 and RTX 2080 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 GTX 1070 have compared to the RTX 2080?▾
The GTX 1070 has 8 GB of GDDR5 memory. The RTX 2080 has 8 to 11 GB of GDDR6 memory.
Can I find GTX 1070 and RTX 2080 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 GTX 1070 and the RTX 2080?▾
The GTX 1070 uses the Pascal architecture (2016) while the RTX 2080 uses Turing (2018). The RTX 2080 delivers 1.6x the FP16 throughput and 2.4x the memory bandwidth of the GTX 1070.