Specifications Compared
| Spec | GTX-1080 | RTX-3070 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 180W | 220W |
| VRAM | 8-11 GB | 8 GB |
| CUDA Cores | 2,560 | 5,888 |
| Memory Type | GDDR5X | GDDR6 |
| Architecture | Pascal | Ampere |
| Form Factors | PCIe | PCIe |
| Interconnect | ||
| FP16 Performance | 8.9 TFLOPS | 20.3 TFLOPS |
| FP32 Performance | 8.9 TFLOPS | 20.3 TFLOPS |
| Memory Bandwidth | 320 GB/s | 448 GB/s |
Performance Analysis
The RTX 3070 Ti demonstrates superior compute with 20.3 TFLOPS in both FP16 and FP32, more than doubling the GTX 1080's 8.9 TFLOPS: this accelerates deep learning training by approximately 2.3 times and speeds inference for real-time applications. Pascal lacks dedicated tensor cores found in Ampere, limiting GTX 1080 in optimized ML frameworks. Memory bandwidth stands out as a key delta: 448 GB/s on the RTX 3070 Ti versus 320 GB/s enables larger batch sizes during training, reducing iterations and wall-clock time for models like transformers. The GTX 1080's optional 11 GB VRAM aids specific memory-heavy loads, but 8 GB GDDR6 on RTX 3070 Ti suffices for most with faster access speeds. Power draw differs at 220 W for RTX 3070 Ti against 180 W, impacting dense cloud deployments minimally given performance gains.
Live Cloud Pricing
Real-time prices from 25+ providers. Updated every 60 seconds.
GTX 1080
| 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
The GTX 1080 fits workloads demanding over 8 GB VRAM, as variants offer up to 11 GB GDDR5X, surpassing the RTX 3070 Ti's 8 GB limit for large-model fine-tuning or dataset preprocessing. Its 180 W TDP suits power-constrained setups where 220 W proves excessive. Legacy Pascal compatibility benefits older software stacks without Ampere-specific optimizations.
When to Choose the RTX 3070 Ti
The RTX 3070 Ti excels in compute-intensive tasks with 20.3 TFLOPS FP16/FP32 and 448 GB/s bandwidth, ideal for LLM training or Stable Diffusion where GTX 1080's 8.9 TFLOPS and 320 GB/s lag. At $0.06 to $0.08 per hour, it delivers superior performance per dollar versus $0.30 for GTX 1080. Ampere architecture supports modern tensor operations for faster inference.
Use Cases
RTX 3070 Ti's 20.3 TFLOPS FP16 and 448 GB/s bandwidth handle large batches twice as fast as GTX 1080's 8.9 TFLOPS and 320 GB/s.
Ampere's 20.3 TFLOPS enables lower latency than Pascal's 8.9 TFLOPS, with higher bandwidth supporting real-time queries.
Double compute power and bandwidth on RTX 3070 Ti reduce epochs versus GTX 1080, at lower cost.
RTX 3070 Ti's Ampere tensor cores and 20.3 TFLOPS accelerate image generation far beyond GTX 1080.
GTX 1080's 11 GB VRAM option aids memory-bound simulations; RTX 3070 Ti wins compute-heavy ones with 20.3 TFLOPS.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which GPU has higher performance: GTX 1080 or RTX 3070 Ti?▾
The RTX 3070 Ti leads with 20.3 TFLOPS in FP16 and FP32, compared to the GTX 1080's 8.9 TFLOPS. This results in over 2x faster training and inference speeds.
What is the memory bandwidth difference?▾
RTX 3070 Ti offers 448 GB/s, exceeding GTX 1080's 320 GB/s by 40 percent. Higher bandwidth supports larger batch sizes in ML workflows.
How do cloud prices compare?▾
GTX 1080 averages $0.30 per hour from one provider. RTX 3070 Ti starts at $0.06 per hour, averaging $0.08 across two offers.
Does GTX 1080 have more VRAM?▾
GTX 1080 variants provide 8 to 11 GB GDDR5X. RTX 3070 Ti has 8 GB GDDR6, making GTX 1080 better for VRAM-limited tasks.
What are the TDP ratings?▾
GTX 1080 consumes 180 W. RTX 3070 Ti requires 220 W, a 22 percent increase reflecting its higher performance.
Which is newer?▾
RTX 3070 Ti uses 2020 Ampere architecture. GTX 1080 relies on 2016 Pascal, lacking modern features like tensor cores.
Which is cheaper to rent, the GTX 1080 or the RTX 3070?▾
Cloud rental prices for both the GTX 1080 and RTX 3070 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 3070?▾
The GTX 1080 has 8 to 11 GB of GDDR5X memory. The RTX 3070 has 8 GB of GDDR6 memory.
Can I find GTX 1080 and RTX 3070 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 3070?▾
The GTX 1080 uses the Pascal architecture (2016) while the RTX 3070 uses Ampere (2020). The RTX 3070 delivers 2.3x the FP16 throughput and 1.4x the memory bandwidth of the GTX 1080.