Specifications Compared
| Spec | RTX-2070 | RTX-2080 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 175W | 215W |
| VRAM | 8 GB | 8-11 GB |
| CUDA Cores | 2,304 | 2,944 |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Architecture | Turing | Turing |
| Form Factors | PCIe | PCIe |
| Interconnect | NVLink | NVLink |
| Tensor Cores | 288 | 368 |
| FP16 Performance | 7.5 TFLOPS | 10.1 TFLOPS |
| FP32 Performance | 7.5 TFLOPS | 10.1 TFLOPS |
| Memory Bandwidth | 448 GB/s | 616 GB/s |
Performance Analysis
The RTX 2080 Ti outperforms the RTX 2070 in raw compute: 10.1 TFLOPS FP16 and FP32 versus 7.5 TFLOPS represents a 35 percent uplift. For deep learning, this accelerates training where FP32 handles gradient computations and FP16 enables mixed-precision to reduce memory usage while maintaining speed.
Higher memory bandwidth on the RTX 2080 Ti at 616 GB/s compared to 448 GB/s on the RTX 2070 prevents bottlenecks in data transfer, allowing larger batch sizes during model training and inference. This is critical for large language models where insufficient bandwidth halves effective throughput. The RTX 2080 Ti's 215W TDP versus 175W supports sustained loads but demands more power infrastructure.
Inference benefits similarly from the FLOPS advantage, with the RTX 2080 Ti processing more queries per second in production deployments.
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 RTX 2070
The RTX 2070 excels in budget-limited environments for lightweight inference or fine-tuning small models. Its 175W TDP and pricing from $0.02 per hour suit low-power, cost-sensitive setups like prototyping or edge deployments where 7.5 TFLOPS suffices without overprovisioning.
When to Choose the RTX 2080 Ti
Choose the RTX 2080 Ti for compute-heavy tasks such as Stable Diffusion or scientific computing needing 10.1 TFLOPS and 616 GB/s bandwidth. The extra VRAM up to 11 GB handles larger datasets, making it preferable for production training runs despite the $0.06 per hour starting price.
Use Cases
The RTX 2080 Ti's 10.1 TFLOPS and 616 GB/s bandwidth support larger batch sizes for efficient training of large models. The RTX 2070's 7.5 TFLOPS limits scalability on extensive datasets.
Both GPUs handle inference adequately with matching FP16/FP32 ratios, though RTX 2080 Ti's higher FLOPS speeds high-volume queries. RTX 2070 suffices for moderate loads at lower $0.04 per hour average.
RTX 2070's 8 GB VRAM and $0.02 per hour pricing fit fine-tuning smaller models without excess cost. RTX 2080 Ti's capabilities exceed needs for this task.
RTX 2080 Ti's 616 GB/s bandwidth and up to 11 GB VRAM accelerate image generation pipelines. RTX 2070 bottlenecks on high-resolution batches.
10.1 TFLOPS FP32 on RTX 2080 Ti outperforms RTX 2070's 7.5 TFLOPS for simulations requiring dense matrix operations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which GPU has higher performance, RTX 2070 or RTX 2080 Ti?▾
The RTX 2080 Ti leads with 10.1 TFLOPS in FP16 and FP32 compared to 7.5 TFLOPS on the RTX 2070, a 35 percent gain. This boosts training and inference speeds across workloads.
How do memory bandwidths compare between RTX 2070 and RTX 2080 Ti?▾
RTX 2080 Ti offers 616 GB/s versus RTX 2070's 448 GB/s, enabling 38 percent faster data throughput. Larger batch sizes become feasible without stalling compute.
What are the cloud rental prices for these GPUs?▾
RTX 2070 rents from $0.02 per hour averaging $0.04 per hour across 2 offers. RTX 2080 Ti starts at $0.06 per hour with $0.11 per hour average over 6 offers.
Does RTX 2080 Ti have more VRAM than RTX 2070?▾
Yes, RTX 2080 Ti provides 8 to 11 GB GDDR6 while RTX 2070 has 8 GB. Extra capacity aids memory-intensive tasks like large model loading.
Which has lower power consumption?▾
RTX 2070 draws 175W TDP compared to RTX 2080 Ti's 215W. Lower TDP reduces cooling and energy costs in cloud instances.
Are both GPUs from the same generation?▾
Both use Turing architecture from 2018 with NVLink support. Shared generation ensures compatibility but RTX 2080 Ti scales higher.
Which is cheaper to rent, the RTX 2070 or the RTX 2080?▾
Cloud rental prices for both the RTX 2070 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 RTX 2070 have compared to the RTX 2080?▾
The RTX 2070 has 8 GB of GDDR6 memory. The RTX 2080 has 8 to 11 GB of GDDR6 memory.
Can I find RTX 2070 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 RTX 2070 and the RTX 2080?▾
The RTX 2070 uses the Turing architecture (2018) while the RTX 2080 uses Turing (2018). The RTX 2080 delivers 1.3x the FP16 throughput and 1.4x the memory bandwidth of the RTX 2070.