NVIDIA
GeForce RTX 2080 vs Radeon RX 5500 XT 4GB
Full comparison of specs, performance and benchmarks
AMD
RX 5500 XT 4GB
Aggregate performance score
We've compared RTX 2080 and RX 5500 XT 4GB across specs and all relevant benchmarks.
↗RTX 2080 outperforms RX 5500 XT 4GB by 21% based on our aggregate benchmark results.+21%
Scores are normalized on the Head to Head scale. Higher is better.GeForce RTX 2080 vs Radeon RX 5500 XT 4GB: key takeaway
The comparison of RTX 2080 and RX 5500 XT 4GB shows a 21% advantage for RTX 2080 in gaming performance, while RX 5500 XT 4GB may still be stronger in efficiency and feature set. Use the sections below to check whether that lead comes from real FPS, specifications, efficiency, price or platform features.
SUMMARY PROFILE
Verified-metrics radar
Axes with missing data are hidden; every value uses a fixed scale.
NVIDIA
AMDPerformance
Efficiency
Price / performance
Memory capacity
4638
7197
100100
6860
COMPARISON RESULT
The devices received the same overall score
RTX 2080 leads in combined game 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 XT 4GB costs less
CATALOG POSITION
Full ranking →Graphics card ranking
Positions 125–130of 317
COMPARISON VERDICT
Which should you choose?
Two practical conclusions based on community votes and gaming value.
GeForce RTX 2080
171 likesHead to Head visitors currently choose this model more often.
Radeon RX 5500 XT 4GB
100/100 · Price $229The choice is based on the price-to-performance index and launch price.
OVERALL SCORE
Overview
Scores are calculated from specifications, performance, and efficiency.
The Summary score section compares RTX 2080 and RX 5500 XT 4GB with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
GamesDirectX, OpenCL, and Vulkan performance
46Better
38
Professional applications3D modeling, video editing, and rendering
40Better
34
AI and machine learningMachine-learning and AI capabilities
37Better
31
Power efficiencyPower consumption across workloads
71
97Better
Head to Head scoreOverall catalog score
61
61
FULL COMPARISON
Specifications
The better numeric value is highlighted in green, taking the metric direction into account.
The Specifications section compares RTX 2080 and RX 5500 XT 4GB with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
DisplayPortDisplayPort 1.4aDisplayPort 1.4
HDMIHDMI 2.0HDMI 2.0b
Device classDesktopDesktop
UpscalingDLSS 2—
Max monitors5Varies by board
Max resolution7680 × 43207680 × 4320
USB Type-CYesNo
DirectX12.212.0
Vulkan1.41.2
OpenGL4.64.6
TFLOPS10.07Better5.196
Power consumption215 W130 WBetter
Memory typeGDDR6GDDR6
Power connector6+8 pin8 pin
Release date20182019
ArchitectureTuringRDNA 1.0
ThicknessDual-slotVaries by board
Compute APIOpenCL 3.0, CUDA 7.5—
Launch price$699—
Shader units / cores2944Better1408
Clock speed1515 - 1710 MHz1717 - 1845 MHzBetter
Base clock1515 MHz1717 MHzBetter
Boost clock1710 MHz1845 MHzBetter
VRAM8 GB GDDR6Better4 GB GDDR6
Memory frequency14 GHz14 GHz
Memory bus256 bitBetter128 bit
Memory bandwidth448 GB/sBetter224 GB/s
InterfacePCIe 3x16PCIe 4x8
Power consumption215 W130 WBetter
Process node12 nm7 nmBetter
Recommended PSU550 WVaries by board
Length267 mmVaries by board
Die size545 mm²158 mm²Better
Memory cacheL1 64 KB, L2 4 MBL2 2 MBBetter
Transistor count13600 millionBetter6400 million
GAME TEST BENCH
Gaming FPS
Available results are shown separately; missing data is not treated as zero.
The Gaming FPS section compares RTX 2080 and RX 5500 XT 4GB across curated H2H Lab game presets. The useful signal is not only average FPS, but also how each device behaves at 1440p and 4K, how memory capacity and bus width affect heavy textures, and whether the game engine favors raster performance, ray tracing, or driver maturity.
RTX 2080RX 5500 XT 4GB
Verified H2HCommunity VerifiedEstimatedPredicted
Black Myth: Wukong
1080p High
24 FPSEstimated 66%
23 FPSEstimated 66%
1080p Ultra
20 FPSEstimated 66%
19 FPSEstimated 66%
1440p Ultra
15 FPSEstimated 66%
11 FPSEstimated 61%
4K Ultra
7 FPSEstimated 60%
5 FPSEstimated 55%
Black Myth: WukongRTX 208024 FPSEstimated 66%RX 5500 XT 4GB23 FPSEstimated 66%RTX 208020 FPSEstimated 66%RX 5500 XT 4GB19 FPSEstimated 66%RTX 208015 FPSEstimated 66%RX 5500 XT 4GB11 FPSEstimated 61%RTX 20807 FPSEstimated 60%RX 5500 XT 4GB5 FPSEstimated 55%
Call of Duty: WarzoneRTX 208024 FPSEstimated 66%RX 5500 XT 4GB23 FPSEstimated 66%RTX 208020 FPSEstimated 66%RX 5500 XT 4GB19 FPSEstimated 66%RTX 208015 FPSEstimated 66%RX 5500 XT 4GB11 FPSEstimated 61%RTX 20807 FPSEstimated 60%RX 5500 XT 4GB5 FPSEstimated 55%
Counter-Strike 2RTX 2080201 FPSEstimated 74%RX 5500 XT 4GB189 FPSEstimated 74%RTX 2080141 FPSEstimated 74%RX 5500 XT 4GB133 FPSEstimated 74%RTX 2080110 FPSEstimated 74%RX 5500 XT 4GB78 FPSEstimated 69%RTX 208041 FPSEstimated 68%RX 5500 XT 4GB23 FPSEstimated 62%
Cyberpunk 2077RTX 2080130 FPSEstimated 74%RX 5500 XT 4GB122 FPSEstimated 74%RTX 2080112 FPSEstimated 74%RX 5500 XT 4GB105 FPSEstimated 74%RTX 208080 FPSEstimated 74%RX 5500 XT 4GB56 FPSEstimated 69%RTX 208027 FPSEstimated 68%RX 5500 XT 4GB16 FPSEstimated 62%
Forza Horizon 5RTX 2080163 FPSEstimated 80%RX 5500 XT 4GB154 FPSEstimated 80%RTX 2080106 FPSEstimated 74%RX 5500 XT 4GB100 FPSEstimated 74%RTX 208099 FPSEstimated 74%RX 5500 XT 4GB70 FPSEstimated 69%RTX 208060 FPSEstimated 68%RX 5500 XT 4GB34 FPSEstimated 62%
God of War RagnarökRTX 208024 FPSEstimated 66%RX 5500 XT 4GB23 FPSEstimated 66%RTX 208020 FPSEstimated 66%RX 5500 XT 4GB19 FPSEstimated 66%RTX 208015 FPSEstimated 66%RX 5500 XT 4GB11 FPSEstimated 61%RTX 20807 FPSEstimated 60%RX 5500 XT 4GB5 FPSEstimated 55%
Hogwarts LegacyRTX 2080106 FPSEstimated 74%RX 5500 XT 4GB100 FPSEstimated 74%RTX 208088 FPSEstimated 74%RX 5500 XT 4GB83 FPSEstimated 74%RTX 208071 FPSEstimated 74%RX 5500 XT 4GB50 FPSEstimated 69%RTX 208028 FPSEstimated 68%RX 5500 XT 4GB16 FPSEstimated 62%
Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024RTX 208024 FPSEstimated 66%RX 5500 XT 4GB23 FPSEstimated 66%RTX 208020 FPSEstimated 66%RX 5500 XT 4GB19 FPSEstimated 66%RTX 208015 FPSEstimated 66%RX 5500 XT 4GB11 FPSEstimated 61%RTX 20807 FPSEstimated 60%RX 5500 XT 4GB5 FPSEstimated 55%
Monster Hunter WildsRTX 208024 FPSEstimated 66%RX 5500 XT 4GB23 FPSEstimated 66%RTX 208020 FPSEstimated 66%RX 5500 XT 4GB19 FPSEstimated 66%RTX 208015 FPSEstimated 66%RX 5500 XT 4GB11 FPSEstimated 61%RTX 20807 FPSEstimated 60%RX 5500 XT 4GB5 FPSEstimated 55%
StarfieldRTX 208024 FPSEstimated 66%RX 5500 XT 4GB23 FPSEstimated 66%RTX 208020 FPSEstimated 66%RX 5500 XT 4GB19 FPSEstimated 66%RTX 208015 FPSEstimated 66%RX 5500 XT 4GB11 FPSEstimated 61%RTX 20807 FPSEstimated 60%RX 5500 XT 4GB5 FPSEstimated 55%
HEAD TO HEAD · CALCULATED INDEX
H2H workload indices
Comparable internal indices on a fixed 0–100 scale.
The Benchmarks section compares RTX 2080 and RX 5500 XT 4GB with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
H2H Raster IndexH2H Index / 100463819%
H2H Compute IndexH2H Index / 100514513%
H2H Rendering IndexH2H Index / 100524417%
H2H Memory Workload IndexH2H Index / 100686013%
H2H Efficiency IndexH2H Index / 100719731%
These are versioned H2H calculated indices derived from normalized catalog data. They are not results from a third-party benchmark.
HEAD TO HEAD · CALCULATED INDEX
H2H AI workload indices
Estimated workload profiles based on available performance and memory data.
The Detailed comparison section compares RTX 2080 and RX 5500 XT 4GB with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
H2H Image Generation IndexH2H Index / 100564815%
H2H ML Training IndexH2H Index / 100554716%
H2H Inference IndexH2H Index / 100524417%
H2H Local LLM IndexH2H Index / 100585015%
H2H Computer Vision IndexH2H Index / 100534516%
These are versioned H2H calculated indices derived from normalized catalog data. They are not results from a third-party benchmark.
Graphics APIs, SDKs and upscaling
The Graphics APIs, SDKs and upscaling section compares RTX 2080 and RX 5500 XT 4GB with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
DirectX12.212.0
Vulkan1.41.2
OpenGL4.64.6
UpscalingDLSS 2—
Compute APIOpenCL 3.0, CUDA 7.5—
Architecture and release
The Architecture and release section compares RTX 2080 and RX 5500 XT 4GB with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
ArchitectureTuringRDNA 1.0
Process node12 nm7 nmBetter
Release date20182019
Device classDesktopDesktop
GPU cores, die and clocks
The Core layout and clocks section compares RTX 2080 and RX 5500 XT 4GB with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
Transistor count13600 millionBetter6400 million
Die size545 mm²158 mm²Better
Shader units / cores2944Better1408
Base clock1515 MHz1717 MHzBetter
Boost clock1710 MHz1845 MHzBetter
Board size, power and compatibility
The Form factor and compatibility section compares RTX 2080 and RX 5500 XT 4GB with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
InterfacePCIe 3x16PCIe 4x8
Length267 mmVaries by board
ThicknessDual-slotVaries by board
Recommended PSU550 WVaries by board
Power connector6+8 pin8 pin
Display outputs and limits
The Display outputs section compares RTX 2080 and RX 5500 XT 4GB with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
HDMIHDMI 2.0HDMI 2.0b
DisplayPortDisplayPort 1.4aDisplayPort 1.4
USB Type-CYesNo
Max monitors5Varies by board
Max resolution7680 × 43207680 × 4320
Memory and compute throughput
The VRAM capacity and bandwidth section compares RTX 2080 and RX 5500 XT 4GB with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
VRAM8 GB GDDR6Better4 GB GDDR6
Memory typeGDDR6GDDR6
Memory bus256 bitBetter128 bit
TFLOPS10.07Better5.196
HEAD TO HEAD · DISCOVER
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Beyond percentages: causes, relevant specifications, and practical impact behind every chart.
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Overall score, radar, FPS, synthetic tests, specifications, efficiency, and value.
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Frequently asked comparison questions
Short recommendations based on performance, memory, power consumption, and intended use.
01Which is better for gaming: RTX 2080 or RX 5500 XT 4GB?+
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 XT 4GB 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 XT 4GB 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.