GPU comparison with benchmarksThe MSI GeForce RTX 3080 GAMING TRIO 10G is based on the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 (Ampere) and has 10 GB GDDR6X graphics memory with a bandwidth of 760 GB/s.
The MSI GeForce RTX 2070 ARMOR 8G OC is based on the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 (Turing) and has 8 GB GDDR6 graphics memory with a bandwidth of 448 GB/s. |
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GPUThe MSI GeForce RTX 3080 GAMING TRIO 10G has the GA102-200-K1-A1 graphics chip installed, which is based on the Ampere architecture. The MSI GeForce RTX 2070 ARMOR 8G OC is based on the graphics chip TU106, which comes from the Turing architecture. |
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MSI GeForce RTX 3080 GAMING TRIO 10G | GPU | MSI GeForce RTX 2070 ARMOR 8G OC |
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 | Based on | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 |
GA102-200-K1-A1 | GPU Chip | TU106 |
Ampere | Architecture | Turing |
68 | Streaming Multiprocessors | 36 |
8704 | Shader | 2304 |
96 | Render Output Units | 64 |
272 | Texture Units | 144 |
68 | Raytracing Cores | 36 |
MemoryThe graphics memory of the MSI GeForce RTX 3080 GAMING TRIO 10G clocks at 1.188 GHz, which corresponds to a speed of 19.0 Gbps. The graphics memory speed of the MSI GeForce RTX 2070 ARMOR 8G OC is 14.0 Gbps and the clock speed is 1.750 GHz. |
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10 GB | Memory Size | 8 GB |
GDDR6X | Memory Type | GDDR6 |
1.188 GHz | Memory Clock | 1.750 GHz |
19.0 Gbps | Memory Speed | 14.0 Gbps |
760 GB/s | Memory bandwidth | 448 GB/s |
320 bit | Memory Interface | 256 bit |
Clock SpeedsThe clock frequency of a graphics card determines the speed in connection with the graphics architecture. |
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1.440 GHz | Base Clock | 1.410 GHz |
1.755 GHz | Boost Clock | 1.740 GHz |
Avg (Game) Clock | ||
Yes | Overclocking | Yes |
Thermal DesignThe MSI GeForce RTX 3080 GAMING TRIO 10G is powered by 3 x 8-Pin connectors. The TDP (Thermal Design Power) of the graphics card is 340 W. The MSI GeForce RTX 2070 ARMOR 8G OC has 1 x 6-Pin, 1 x 8-Pin PCIe power connectors that supply it with energy. The manufacturer specifies the TDP of the card as 185 W. |
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340 W | TDP | 185 W |
370 W | TDP (up) | -- |
93 °C | Tjunction max | 89 °C |
3 x 8-Pin | PCIe-Power | 1 x 6-Pin, 1 x 8-Pin |
Cooler & FansThe MSI GeForce RTX 3080 GAMING TRIO 10G is equipped with a total of 3 Axial main fans. The MSI GeForce RTX 2070 ARMOR 8G OC has 2 Axial main fans that cool the GPU and memory. |
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Axial | Fan-Type | Axial |
3 x 90 mm | Fan 1 | 2 x 100 mm |
-- | Fan 2 | -- |
Air cooling | Cooler-Type | Air cooling |
0 dB | Noise (Idle) | 0 dB |
36-38 dB | Noise (Load) | -- |
ConnectivityUp to 4 screens can be operated with the MSI GeForce RTX 3080 GAMING TRIO 10G. The MSI GeForce RTX 2070 ARMOR 8G OC supports the operation of a maximum of 4 monitors. |
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4 | Max. Displays | 4 |
2.3 | HDCP-Version | 2.2 |
1x HDMI v2.1 | HDMI Ports | 1x HDMI v2.0b |
3x DP v1.4a | DP Ports | 3x DP v1.4a |
-- | DVI Ports | -- |
-- | VGA Ports | -- |
-- | USB-C Ports | 1 |
FeaturesetWith the MSI GeForce RTX 3080 GAMING TRIO 10G it is possible to operate a screen with a maximum resolution of up to 7680x4320 pixels. The maximum supported resolution of the MSI GeForce RTX 2070 ARMOR 8G OC is 7680x4320 pixels. |
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7680x4320 | Max. resolution | 7680x4320 |
12_2 (Ultimate) | DirectX | 12_2 (Ultimate) |
Yes | Raytracing | Yes |
Yes | DLSS / FSR | Yes |
MSI Mystic Light | LED | No LED lighting |
Supported Video CodecsThe support and acceleration of certain video codecs can have a positive impact on the lower energy consumption and less waste heat from the graphics card. |
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Decode / Encode | h264 | Decode / Encode |
Decode / Encode | h265 / HEVC | Decode / Encode |
Decode | AV1 | No |
Decode | VP8 | Decode |
Decode | VP9 | Decode |
DimensionsThe MSI GeForce RTX 3080 GAMING TRIO 10G is connected to the system via PCIe 4.0 x 16 lanes and requires 3 PCIe-Slots space in the housing. The MSI GeForce RTX 2070 ARMOR 8G OC needs the space of 3 PCIe-Slots in the case and has a PCIe 3.0 x 16 Lanes interface. |
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323 mm | Length | 295 mm |
140 mm | Height | 140 mm |
56 mm | Width | -- |
3 PCIe-Slots | Width (Slots) | 3 PCIe-Slots |
1565 g | Weight | 1177 g |
PCIe 4.0 x 16 | GPU Interface | PCIe 3.0 x 16 |
Additional dataThe MSI GeForce RTX 3080 GAMING TRIO 10G has been manufactured with a structure width of 8 nanometers since Q3/2020. The MSI GeForce RTX 2070 ARMOR 8G OC came on the market in Q4/2018 and will have a structure width of 12 nanometers manufactured. |
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Q3/2020 | Release date | Q4/2018 |
779 $ | Launch Price | 499 $ (Reference) |
8 nm | Structure size | 12 nm |
data sheet | Documents | data sheet |
MSI GeForce RTX 3080 GAMING TRIO 10G
10 GB GDDR6X |
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MSI GeForce RTX 2070 ARMOR 8G OC
8 GB GDDR6 |
MSI GeForce RTX 3080 GAMING TRIO 10G
10 GB GDDR6X |
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MSI GeForce RTX 2070 ARMOR 8G OC
8 GB GDDR6 |
MSI GeForce RTX 3080 GAMING TRIO 10G
10 GB GDDR6X |
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MSI GeForce RTX 2070 ARMOR 8G OC
8 GB GDDR6 |
MSI GeForce RTX 3080 GAMING TRIO 10G
10 GB GDDR6X |
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MSI GeForce RTX 2070 ARMOR 8G OC
8 GB GDDR6 |
MSI GeForce RTX 3080 GAMING TRIO 10G
10 GB GDDR6X |
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MSI GeForce RTX 2070 ARMOR 8G OC
8 GB GDDR6 |
MSI GeForce RTX 3080 GAMING TRIO 10G
10 GB GDDR6X |
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MSI GeForce RTX 2070 ARMOR 8G OC
8 GB GDDR6 |
MSI GeForce RTX 3080 GAMING TRIO 10G
10 GB GDDR6X |
MSI GeForce RTX 3080 GAMING TRIO 10G
10 GB GDDR6X |
MSI GeForce RTX 3080 GAMING TRIO 10G
10 GB GDDR6X |
MSI GeForce RTX 3080 GAMING TRIO 10G
10 GB GDDR6X |
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MSI GeForce RTX 2070 ARMOR 8G OC
8 GB GDDR6 |
MSI GeForce RTX 3080 GAMING TRIO 10G
10 GB GDDR6X |
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MSI GeForce RTX 2070 ARMOR 8G OC
8 GB GDDR6 |
MSI GeForce RTX 3080 GAMING TRIO 10G
10 GB GDDR6X |
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MSI GeForce RTX 2070 ARMOR 8G OC
8 GB GDDR6 |
MSI GeForce RTX 3080 GAMING TRIO 10G
10 GB GDDR6X |
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MSI GeForce RTX 2070 ARMOR 8G OC
8 GB GDDR6 |
MSI GeForce RTX 3080 GAMING TRIO 10G
10 GB GDDR6X |
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MSI GeForce RTX 2070 ARMOR 8G OC
8 GB GDDR6 |
MSI GeForce RTX 3080 GAMING TRIO 10G
10 GB GDDR6X |
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MSI GeForce RTX 2070 ARMOR 8G OC
8 GB GDDR6 |