NVIDIA
GeForce RTX 5050 vs GeForce RTX 2080
Full comparison of specs, performance and benchmarks
NVIDIA
RTX 2080
Aggregate performance score
We've compared RTX 5050 and RTX 2080 across specs and all relevant benchmarks.
↗RTX 2080 outperforms RTX 5050 by 2% based on our aggregate benchmark results.+2%
Scores are normalized on the Head to Head scale. Higher is better.GeForce RTX 5050 vs GeForce RTX 2080: key takeaway
The comparison of RTX 5050 and RTX 2080 shows a 2% advantage for RTX 2080 in gaming performance, while RTX 5050 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.
NVIDIAPerformance
Efficiency
Price / performance
Memory capacity
4546
10071
81100
6868
COMPARISON RESULT
RTX 5050 is the best overall choice
RTX 5050 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.
RTX 5050 leads in the combined performance index
RTX 2080 costs less
CATALOG POSITION
Full ranking →Graphics card ranking
Positions 75–80of 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.
GeForce RTX 5050
81/100 · Price $399The 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 5050 and RTX 2080 with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
GamesDirectX, OpenCL, and Vulkan performance
45
46Better
Professional applications3D modeling, video editing, and rendering
39
40Better
AI and machine learningMachine-learning and AI capabilities
36
37Better
Power efficiencyPower consumption across workloads
100Better
71
Head to Head scoreOverall catalog score
62Better
61
FULL COMPARISON
Specifications
The better numeric value is highlighted in green, taking the metric direction into account.
The Specifications section compares RTX 5050 and RTX 2080 with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
DisplayPortDisplayPort 2.1bDisplayPort 1.4a
HDMIHDMI 2.1bHDMI 2.0
Device classDesktopDesktop
UpscalingDLSS 4DLSS 2
Max resolution7680 × 43207680 × 4320
USB Type-CNoYes
DirectX12.212.2
Vulkan1.41.4
OpenGL4.64.6
TFLOPS13.17Better10.07
Power consumption130 WBetter215 W
Memory typeGDDR6GDDR6
Power connector8 pin6+8 pin
Release date20252018
ArchitectureBlackwell 2.0Turing
ThicknessDual-slotDual-slot
Compute APIOpenCL 3.0, CUDA 12.0OpenCL 3.0, CUDA 7.5
Launch price$399Better$699
Shader units / cores25602944Better
Clock speed2317 - 2572 MHzBetter1515 - 1710 MHz
Base clock2317 MHzBetter1515 MHz
Boost clock2572 MHzBetter1710 MHz
VRAM8 GB GDDR68 GB GDDR6
Memory frequency20 GHzBetter14 GHz
Memory bus128 bit256 bitBetter
Memory bandwidth320 GB/s448 GB/sBetter
InterfacePCIe 5x8PCIe 3x16
Power consumption130 WBetter215 W
Process node5 nmBetter12 nm
Recommended PSU300 WBetter550 W
Die size149 mm²Better545 mm²
Memory cacheL1 128 KB, L2 24 MBL1 64 KB, L2 4 MB
Transistor count16900 millionBetter13600 million
Max monitors45
LengthVaries by board267 mm
GAME TEST BENCH
Gaming FPS
Available results are shown separately; missing data is not treated as zero.
The Gaming FPS section compares RTX 5050 and RTX 2080 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 5050RTX 2080
Verified H2HCommunity VerifiedEstimatedPredicted
Black Myth: Wukong
1080p High
25 FPSEstimated 66%
24 FPSEstimated 66%
1080p Ultra
21 FPSEstimated 66%
20 FPSEstimated 66%
1440p Ultra
15 FPSEstimated 65%
15 FPSEstimated 66%
4K Ultra
5 FPSEstimated 57%
7 FPSEstimated 60%
Black Myth: WukongRTX 505025 FPSEstimated 66%RTX 208024 FPSEstimated 66%RTX 505021 FPSEstimated 66%RTX 208020 FPSEstimated 66%RTX 505015 FPSEstimated 65%RTX 208015 FPSEstimated 66%RTX 50505 FPSEstimated 57%RTX 20807 FPSEstimated 60%
Call of Duty: WarzoneRTX 505025 FPSEstimated 66%RTX 208024 FPSEstimated 66%RTX 505021 FPSEstimated 66%RTX 208020 FPSEstimated 66%RTX 505015 FPSEstimated 65%RTX 208015 FPSEstimated 66%RTX 50505 FPSEstimated 57%RTX 20807 FPSEstimated 60%
Counter-Strike 2RTX 5050211 FPSEstimated 74%RTX 2080201 FPSEstimated 74%RTX 5050149 FPSEstimated 74%RTX 2080141 FPSEstimated 74%RTX 5050110 FPSEstimated 73%RTX 2080110 FPSEstimated 74%RTX 505033 FPSEstimated 65%RTX 208041 FPSEstimated 68%
Cyberpunk 2077RTX 5050136 FPSEstimated 74%RTX 2080130 FPSEstimated 74%RTX 5050117 FPSEstimated 74%RTX 2080112 FPSEstimated 74%RTX 505080 FPSEstimated 73%RTX 208080 FPSEstimated 74%RTX 505022 FPSEstimated 65%RTX 208027 FPSEstimated 68%
Forza Horizon 5RTX 5050172 FPSEstimated 80%RTX 2080163 FPSEstimated 80%RTX 5050111 FPSEstimated 74%RTX 2080106 FPSEstimated 74%RTX 505099 FPSEstimated 73%RTX 208099 FPSEstimated 74%RTX 505048 FPSEstimated 65%RTX 208060 FPSEstimated 68%
God of War RagnarökRTX 505025 FPSEstimated 66%RTX 208024 FPSEstimated 66%RTX 505021 FPSEstimated 66%RTX 208020 FPSEstimated 66%RTX 505015 FPSEstimated 65%RTX 208015 FPSEstimated 66%RTX 50505 FPSEstimated 57%RTX 20807 FPSEstimated 60%
Hogwarts LegacyRTX 5050111 FPSEstimated 74%RTX 2080106 FPSEstimated 74%RTX 505093 FPSEstimated 74%RTX 208088 FPSEstimated 74%RTX 505071 FPSEstimated 73%RTX 208071 FPSEstimated 74%RTX 505022 FPSEstimated 65%RTX 208028 FPSEstimated 68%
Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024RTX 505025 FPSEstimated 66%RTX 208024 FPSEstimated 66%RTX 505021 FPSEstimated 66%RTX 208020 FPSEstimated 66%RTX 505015 FPSEstimated 65%RTX 208015 FPSEstimated 66%RTX 50505 FPSEstimated 57%RTX 20807 FPSEstimated 60%
Monster Hunter WildsRTX 505025 FPSEstimated 66%RTX 208024 FPSEstimated 66%RTX 505021 FPSEstimated 66%RTX 208020 FPSEstimated 66%RTX 505015 FPSEstimated 65%RTX 208015 FPSEstimated 66%RTX 50505 FPSEstimated 57%RTX 20807 FPSEstimated 60%
StarfieldRTX 505025 FPSEstimated 66%RTX 208024 FPSEstimated 66%RTX 505021 FPSEstimated 66%RTX 208020 FPSEstimated 66%RTX 505015 FPSEstimated 65%RTX 208015 FPSEstimated 66%RTX 50505 FPSEstimated 57%RTX 20807 FPSEstimated 60%
HEAD TO HEAD · CALCULATED INDEX
H2H workload indices
Comparable internal indices on a fixed 0–100 scale.
The Benchmarks section compares RTX 5050 and RTX 2080 with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
H2H Raster IndexH2H Index / 10045462%
H2H Compute IndexH2H Index / 10055518%
H2H Rendering IndexH2H Index / 10052520%
H2H Memory Workload IndexH2H Index / 10068680%
H2H Efficiency IndexH2H Index / 1001007134%
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 5050 and RTX 2080 with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
H2H Image Generation IndexH2H Index / 10055562%
H2H ML Training IndexH2H Index / 10054552%
H2H Inference IndexH2H Index / 10052520%
H2H Local LLM IndexH2H Index / 10058580%
H2H Computer Vision IndexH2H Index / 10052532%
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 5050 and RTX 2080 with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
DirectX12.212.2
Vulkan1.41.4
OpenGL4.64.6
UpscalingDLSS 4DLSS 2
Compute APIOpenCL 3.0, CUDA 12.0OpenCL 3.0, CUDA 7.5
Architecture and release
The Architecture and release section compares RTX 5050 and RTX 2080 with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
ArchitectureBlackwell 2.0Turing
Process node5 nmBetter12 nm
Release date20252018
Device classDesktopDesktop
GPU cores, die and clocks
The Core layout and clocks section compares RTX 5050 and RTX 2080 with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
Transistor count16900 millionBetter13600 million
Die size149 mm²Better545 mm²
Shader units / cores25602944Better
Base clock2317 MHzBetter1515 MHz
Boost clock2572 MHzBetter1710 MHz
Board size, power and compatibility
The Form factor and compatibility section compares RTX 5050 and RTX 2080 with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
InterfacePCIe 5x8PCIe 3x16
LengthVaries by board267 mm
ThicknessDual-slotDual-slot
Recommended PSU300 WBetter550 W
Power connector8 pin6+8 pin
Display outputs and limits
The Display outputs section compares RTX 5050 and RTX 2080 with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
HDMIHDMI 2.1bHDMI 2.0
DisplayPortDisplayPort 2.1bDisplayPort 1.4a
USB Type-CNoYes
Max monitors45
Max resolution7680 × 43207680 × 4320
Memory and compute throughput
The VRAM capacity and bandwidth section compares RTX 5050 and RTX 2080 with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
VRAM8 GB GDDR68 GB GDDR6
Memory typeGDDR6GDDR6
Memory bus128 bit256 bitBetter
TFLOPS13.17Better10.07
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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 5050 or RTX 2080?+
RTX 5050 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 5050 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 5050 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 5050 offers more overall performance, while RTX 5050 offers more memory headroom. Codecs, hardware encoders, and editor optimization can change the result.
05Which is better for neural networks and AI?+
RTX 5050 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 5050 leads in combined 1440p performance. RTX 5050 can be preferable for heavy textures and games with high VRAM usage.
08Which is better for 4K?+
RTX 5050 is preferable for 4K, where total performance, memory bandwidth, and VRAM capacity have the greatest impact.
09Which is better for a quiet PC?+
RTX 5050 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?+
RTX 5050 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 5050 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.