GPU vs GPU
The RTX 5090 is 30% faster at 1440p but costs $1900 more. For value, the RTX 5080 gives more fps per dollar; buy the RTX 5090 only if you need the extra speed.
| Spec | RTX 5080 | RTX 5090 |
|---|---|---|
| Price today | $1,399 | $3,299 |
| Average fps at 1080p | 167 | 204 |
| Average fps at 1440p | 128 | 167 |
| Average fps at 4K | 77 | 111 |
| fps per $100 at 1440p | 9.2 | 5.1 |
| Video memory | 16 GB | 32 GB |
| Gaming power | ~360 W | ~575 W |
| Power supply advice | 850 W | 1000 W |
| Card length | ~330 mm | ~340 mm |
| Power plug | 12V-2x6 | 12V-2x6 |
fps: Tom's Hardware GPU hierarchy (June 2026), 11-game average at Ultra. Highlighted = better. Prices re-checked daily; estimates until live retailer prices launch.
The RTX 5090 is 30% faster at 1440p but costs $1900 more. For value, the RTX 5080 gives more fps per dollar; buy the RTX 5090 only if you need the extra speed.
At today's prices the RTX 5080 gives more frames per dollar at 1440p (9.2 vs 5.1 fps per $100).
RTX 5080: 850 W (the maker's advice). RTX 5090: 1000 W (the maker's advice).
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