Specifications Compared
| Spec | GTX-1080 | RTX-5070 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 180W | 250W |
| VRAM | 8-11 GB | 12 GB |
| CUDA Cores | 2,560 | 6,144 |
| Memory Type | GDDR5X | GDDR7 |
| Architecture | Pascal | Blackwell |
| Form Factors | PCIe | PCIe |
| Interconnect | ||
| FP16 Performance | 8.9 TFLOPS | 40.6 TFLOPS |
| FP32 Performance | 8.9 TFLOPS | 40.6 TFLOPS |
| Memory Bandwidth | 320 GB/s | 448 GB/s |
Performance Analysis
The RTX 5070 Ti dominates in raw compute: its 40.6 TFLOPS FP32 rating exceeds the GTX 1080 Ti's 8.9 TFLOPS by 356 percent. This disparity shortens training durations for deep learning models, where FP32 handles forward and backward passes.
FP16 performance follows suit at 40.6 TFLOPS versus 8.9 TFLOPS: inference latency drops significantly for half-precision AI tasks. Memory bandwidth rises to 448 GB/s from 320 GB/s, enabling 40 percent larger batch sizes in training and reducing memory bottlenecks for LLMs.
Higher TDP of 250W on the RTX 5070 Ti reflects its power demands, yet per-TFLOPS efficiency improves over the 180W GTX 1080 Ti due to architectural advances.
Live Cloud Pricing
Real-time prices from 25+ providers. Updated every 60 seconds.
GTX 1080 Ti
| Provider | GPU Model | VRAM | Host Specs | Region | Price | Status | Action | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 LeaderGPU | 4×NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 8GB VRAM | 8GB | 0 vCPU 64GB RAM 480GB Storage | Netherlands | $0.30/GPU/hr $1.20/hr total (4×) | Available | ||
LeaderGPU | 8×NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti 11GB VRAM | 11GB | 0 vCPU 128GB RAM 480GB Storage | Netherlands | $0.60/GPU/hr $4.80/hr total (8×) | Available |
When to Choose the GTX 1080 Ti
The GTX 1080 Ti fits legacy software optimized for Pascal architecture. Its 8.9 TFLOPS suffices for basic inference or older scientific simulations at $0.60 per hour. Lower 180W TDP conserves power in multi-GPU setups with tight budgets.
When to Choose the RTX 5070 Ti
The RTX 5070 Ti excels in modern AI pipelines. 40.6 TFLOPS accelerates LLM training and Stable Diffusion generation, while 12 GB GDDR7 VRAM handles larger models. Rental from $0.10 per hour delivers high performance value.
Use Cases
RTX 5070 Ti's 40.6 TFLOPS FP16 outperforms GTX 1080 Ti's 8.9 TFLOPS by 356 percent for faster convergence. Higher 448 GB/s bandwidth supports larger batches.
40.6 TFLOPS FP16 on RTX 5070 Ti reduces latency versus 8.9 TFLOPS on GTX 1080 Ti. 12 GB VRAM accommodates bigger models.
RTX 5070 Ti's superior 40.6 TFLOPS speeds iterations over GTX 1080 Ti's 8.9 TFLOPS. Bandwidth edge aids gradient computations.
RTX 5070 Ti generates images faster with 40.6 TFLOPS FP32 versus 8.9 TFLOPS. 12 GB VRAM prevents out-of-memory errors.
GTX 1080 Ti's 8.9 TFLOPS handles basic simulations at $0.60 per hour. RTX 5070 Ti's 40.6 TFLOPS scales for complex datasets.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which GPU has higher performance?▾
The RTX 5070 Ti leads with 40.6 TFLOPS FP32 versus the GTX 1080 Ti's 8.9 TFLOPS. This provides 356 percent more compute for AI tasks.
What are the VRAM differences?▾
RTX 5070 Ti offers 12 GB GDDR7 while GTX 1080 Ti provides 8 to 11 GB GDDR5X. Newer memory suits larger models.
How do cloud prices compare?▾
GTX 1080 Ti rents from $0.60 per hour across one offer. RTX 5070 Ti starts at $0.10 per hour averaging $0.19 across two offers.
What is the memory bandwidth gap?▾
RTX 5070 Ti achieves 448 GB/s compared to GTX 1080 Ti's 320 GB/s. This boosts batch sizes by 40 percent in training.
Which has lower power consumption?▾
GTX 1080 Ti draws 180W TDP versus RTX 5070 Ti's 250W. Older card suits power-limited environments.
What architectures do they use?▾
GTX 1080 Ti uses Pascal from 2016. RTX 5070 Ti employs Blackwell from 2025 for advanced AI features.
Which is cheaper to rent, the GTX 1080 or the RTX 5070?▾
Cloud rental prices for both the GTX 1080 and RTX 5070 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 1080 have compared to the RTX 5070?▾
The GTX 1080 has 8 to 11 GB of GDDR5X memory. The RTX 5070 has 12 GB of GDDR7 memory.
Can I find GTX 1080 and RTX 5070 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 1080 and the RTX 5070?▾
The GTX 1080 uses the Pascal architecture (2016) while the RTX 5070 uses Blackwell (2025). The RTX 5070 delivers 4.6x the FP16 throughput and 1.4x the memory bandwidth of the GTX 1080.