GeForce RTX 2080VSRadeon RX 5500
Performance, specifications and real-world gaming comparison
♜ WINNERGeForce RTX 2080+1%Better overall performance
NVIDIA
RTX 2080
VSWINNERRTX 20800%H2H overall index
AMD
RX 5500
Leistung4540
Effizienz7089
Price / Performance100100
Data confidence7575
Fixed-scale H2H model. Missing metrics are omitted instead of estimated from the overall score.
SUMMARY PROFILE
Verified-metrics radar
Axes with missing data are hidden; every value uses a fixed scale.
NVIDIAAMDPerformance
Efficiency
Price / performance
Memory capacity
4540
7089
100100
6860
COMMUNITY · VERIFIED DATA
Open streamer setups→Hardware used by streamers
Real public setups linked to each device.
NVIDIARTX 20800No verified public setup yet
AMDRX 55000No verified public setup yet
VERGLEICHSERGEBNIS
The devices received the same overall score
RTX 2080 leads in combined gaming performance. RTX 2080 offers the better price per frame, while the final choice depends on the required features, memory, and games.
Performance is nearly identical
RX 5500 costs less
CATALOG POSITION
Full ranking →Graphics card ranking
Positions 102–107of 723
COMPARISON VERDICT
Which should you choose?
Two practical conclusions based on community votes and gaming value.
GeForce RTX 2080
0 LikesHead to Head visitors currently choose this model more often.
Radeon RX 5500
100/100 · Price $229The choice is based on the price-to-performance index and launch price.
GESAMTWERTUNG
Übersicht
Scores are calculated from specifications, performance, and efficiency.
GamesDirectX, OpenCL, and Vulkan performance
45Better
40
Professional applications3D modeling, video editing, and rendering
39Better
32
AI and machine learningMachine-learning and AI capabilities
36Better
33
Power efficiencyPower consumption across workloads
70
89Better
Head to Head scoreOverall catalog score
61
61
VOLLSTÄNDIGER VERGLEICH
Spezifikationen
The better numeric value is highlighted in green, taking the metric direction into account.
Clock speed1515 - 1710 MHzBetter1500 - 1845 MHz
Base clock1515 MHzBetter1500 MHz
Boost clock1710 MHz1845 MHzBetter
VRAM8 GB GDDR6Better4 GB GDDR6
Memory typeGDDR6GDDR6
VRAM capacity8 GBBetter4 GB
Speichertakt14 GHz14 GHz
Memory bus256 bitBetter128 bit
Memory bandwidth448 GB/sBetter224 GB/s
InterfacePCIe 3x16PCIe 4x8Better
Power connector6+8 pin8 pinBetter
Power consumption215 W150 WBetter
TDP215 W150 WBetter
Process node12 nm7 nmBetter
Release date20182019Better
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TFLOPS10.07Better5.196
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Gaming-FPS
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HEAD TO HEAD · CALCULATED INDEX
H2H workload indices
Comparable internal indices on a fixed 0–100 scale.
H2H Raster IndexH2H Index / 100454012%
H2H Compute IndexH2H Index / 10050468%
H2H Rendering IndexH2H Index / 100524612%
H2H Memory Workload IndexH2H Index / 100686013%
H2H Efficiency IndexH2H Index / 100708924%
These are versioned H2H calculated indices derived from normalized catalog data. They are not results from 3DMark, Geekbench, Cinebench, PassMark, Blender, or another third-party benchmark.
HEAD TO HEAD · CALCULATED INDEX
H2H AI workload indices
Estimated workload profiles based on available performance and memory data.
H2H Image Generation IndexH2H Index / 100554912%
H2H ML Training IndexH2H Index / 100544812%
H2H Inference IndexH2H Index / 100524612%
H2H Local LLM IndexH2H Index / 100585113%
H2H Computer Vision IndexH2H Index / 100524612%
These are versioned H2H calculated indices derived from normalized catalog data. They are not results from 3DMark, Geekbench, Cinebench, PassMark, Blender, or another third-party benchmark.
Grundinformationen
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Process node12 nm7 nmBesser
Release date20182019Besser
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Base clock1515 MHzBesser1500 MHz
Boost clock1710 MHz1845 MHzBesser
Formfaktor und Kompatibilität
InterfacePCIe 3x16PCIe 4x8Besser
Length——
Thickness——
Recommended PSU——
Power connector6+8 pin8 pinBesser
VRAM-Kapazität und -Typ
VRAM8 GB GDDR6Besser4 GB GDDR6
Memory typeGDDR6GDDR6
Memory bus256 bitBesser128 bit
Memory bandwidth448 GB/sBesser224 GB/s
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HEAD TO HEAD · DISCOVER
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What AI will explain
Overall score, radar, FPS, synthetic tests, specifications, efficiency, and value.
REAL CONFIGURATIONS
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Short recommendations based on performance, memory, power consumption, and intended use.
01Which is better for gaming: RTX 2080 or RX 5500?+
RTX 2080 has the higher overall gaming score, while RTX 2080 offers the better price-to-performance ratio. The final choice depends on resolution and settings.
02Which is better for streaming?+
RTX 2080 is the stronger streaming choice thanks to performance, hardware encoding, and application support. Check AV1, H.264, and HEVC support before buying.
03Which is better for Blender?+
RTX 2080 is generally the better option for Blender and GPU rendering. Rendering-engine support and available VRAM also matter.
04Which is better for video editing?+
RTX 2080 offers more overall performance, while RTX 2080 offers more memory headroom. Codecs, hardware encoders, and editor optimization can change the result.
05Which is better for neural networks and AI?+
RTX 2080 is the more practical option for local AI workloads. VRAM capacity, compute libraries, and framework compatibility are especially important.
06Which is better for 1080p?+
RTX 2080 is the most rational 1080p choice, where high frame rates and cost per frame matter most.
07Which is better for 1440p?+
RTX 2080 leads in combined 1440p performance. RTX 2080 can be preferable for heavy textures and games with high VRAM usage.
08Which is better for 4K?+
RTX 2080 is preferable for 4K, where total performance, memory bandwidth, and VRAM capacity have the greatest impact.
09Which is better for a quiet PC?+
RX 5500 is easier to use in a quiet build because of its lower estimated power and thermal load. Actual noise depends on the specific cooler.
10Which is better without replacing the power supply?+
RX 5500 is the safer candidate because its stated power consumption is lower. Verify PSU wattage, age, and power connectors.
11Is it worth upgrading from the previous generation?+
Consider upgrading to RTX 2080 if your current device no longer delivers the required FPS, memory capacity, or feature support. A gain below 15–20% is usually worth waiting for a price cut.