Gainward GeForce RTX 3090 Phoenix vs Gainward GeForce RTX 3080 12GB Phantom differences in specs

Comparison of Gainward GeForce RTX 3090 Phoenix and Gainward GeForce RTX 3080 12GB Phantom graphics cards based on specifications and benchmarks. The Gainward GeForce RTX 3090 Phoenix operates at a base clock speed of 1.395 GHz and has 24 GB of GDDR6X memory, while the Gainward GeForce RTX 3080 12GB Phantom operates at a base clock speed of 1.395 GHz and has 12 GB of GDDR6X memory. The weights differ at -- and -- respectively. The TDP of the Gainward GeForce RTX 3090 Phoenix is 350 W, while that of the Gainward GeForce RTX 3080 12GB Phantom is 350 W. Compare the benchmark results to determine which graphics card is superior.

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Differences

Top features of Gainward GeForce RTX 3090 Phoenix

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Higher clock speed

1.395 GHz 1.260 GHz

Around 10% better clock speed
More memory

24 GB 12 GB

50% more memory

Top features of Gainward GeForce RTX 3080 12GB Phantom

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Specifications

Complete list of technical specifications

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Graphics processing unit (GPU)

Contrast the GPU cores between Gainward GeForce RTX 3090 Phoenix and Gainward GeForce RTX 3080 12GB Phantom graphics cards. The GPU core details encompass the quantity of blocks (referred to as Shader Engine (SE) in AMD documentation and Graphics Processing Clusters (GPC) in Nvidia documentation) as well as ROP/TMUs (Raster Processing Units). These specifications significantly impact the computational prowess of the GPU.

Specification	Value
Based on	NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 12GB
GPU Chip	GA102-300-A1 GA102
Execution units	82 70
Shader	10496 8960
Render Output Units	112 112
Texture Units	328 280

Memory

Compare the quantity, type, and speed of memory, as well as the bandwidth, in Gainward GeForce RTX 3090 Phoenix and Gainward GeForce RTX 3080 12GB Phantom GPUs. Ample graphics memory, high frequency, and sufficient bandwidth contribute positively to high-resolution texture processing speed.

Specification	Value
Memory Size	24 GB 12 GB
Memory Type	GDDR6X GDDR6X
Memory Speed	1.219 GHz 19 Gbps
Memory Bandwith	936 GB/s 912 GB/s
Memory Interface	384 bit 384 bit

Clock Speeds

Explore the base and maximum frequencies of Gainward GeForce RTX 3090 Phoenix and Gainward GeForce RTX 3080 12GB Phantom graphics cards. BIOS does not display these values, but diagnostic utilities like GPU-Z or Everest can provide insights.

Specification	Value
Base Clock	1.395 GHz 1.260 GHz
Boost Clock	1.695 GHz 1.710 GHz
Overclocking	Yes Yes

Thermal Design

Let's contrast the thermal design power of Gainward GeForce RTX 3090 Phoenix and Gainward GeForce RTX 3080 12GB Phantom GPUs. The TDP figure dictates the maximum power consumption of your graphics card. Computer ventilation and power supply specifications frequently align with TDP numbers and should be tailored accordingly.

Specification	Value
TDP	350 W 350 W
Tjunction max	93 °C 93 °C
PCIe-Power	2 x 8-Pin 3 x 8-Pin

Cooler & Fans

In this section, we'll examine the cooling solutions for Gainward GeForce RTX 3090 Phoenix and Gainward GeForce RTX 3080 12GB Phantom, along with their dimensions and effectiveness. Typically, fans with larger diameters hold an advantage as they can move equivalent air volumes at lower speeds compared to smaller fans. It's worth noting that liquid cooling systems, in addition to fans and aluminum radiators, require a pump, which may contribute to noise levels.

Specification	Value
Fan-Type	Axial Axial
Cooler-Type	Air cooling Air cooling
Fan 1	3 x 90 mm 3 x 100 mm
Noise (Idle)	0 dB / Silent 0 dB / Silent

Connectivity

Discover the quantity and varieties of sockets for video output and connectivity in Gainward GeForce RTX 3090 Phoenix and Gainward GeForce RTX 3080 12GB Phantom GPUs.

Specification	Value
Max. Displays	4 4
HDCP-Version	2.3 2.3
HDMI Ports	1x HDMI v2.1 1x HDMI v2.1
DP Ports	3x DP v1.4a 3x DP v1.4a

Featureset

Within this segment, we shall delve into the functionalities of Gainward GeForce RTX 3090 Phoenix and Gainward GeForce RTX 3080 12GB Phantom GPUs. Furthermore, we've incorporated ray tracing support to accurately simulate light rays and shadows. Please note that the specifics may vary slightly depending on the manufacturer.

Specification	Value
Max. resolution	7680x4320 7680x4320
DirectX	12_2 12_2
Raytracing	Yes Yes
DLSS / FSR	Yes Yes
LED	Non addressable LED Addressable LED

Supported Video Codecs

Explore the support for popular codecs h264, VP8, h265 / HEVC, VP9, and AV1 in Gainward GeForce RTX 3090 Phoenix and Gainward GeForce RTX 3080 12GB Phantom. The inclusion of these video codecs assists in alleviating the workload on the graphics card during video playback or creation, leading to decreased power consumption and heat generation by the GPU.

Specification	Value
h264	Decode / Encode Decode / Encode
VP8	Decode Decode
h265 / HEVC	Decode / Encode Decode / Encode
VP9	Decode Decode
AV1	Decode Decode

Dimensions

Explore the dimensions comparison of the Gainward GeForce RTX 3090 Phoenix and Gainward GeForce RTX 3080 12GB Phantom graphics cards. Having precise measurements enables you to determine compatibility with your PC case. Additionally, we've incorporated support for the PCI Express bus.

Specification	Value
Length	294 mm 304 mm
Height	112 mm 138 mm
Width (Slots)	3 PCIe-Slots 3 PCIe-Slots

Additional data

Explore details regarding the classification (for desktops or laptops) and architecture of Gainward GeForce RTX 3090 Phoenix and Gainward GeForce RTX 3080 12GB Phantom, alongside their respective release dates and current prices. Access the GPU specifications directly from the manufacturer through the provided link.

Specification	Value
GPU Interface	PCIe 4.0 x 16 PCIe 4.0 x 16
Release date	Q3/2020 Q1/2022
Release price	1,559 $ --
Structure size	8 nm 8 nm
Part-no	NED3090019SB-132BX NED3080019KB-1020M
Documents	data sheet data sheet