EVGA GeForce RTX 3080 XC3 Gaming LHR vs GALAX GeForce RTX 3080 HOF differences in specs

Comparison of EVGA GeForce RTX 3080 XC3 Gaming LHR and GALAX GeForce RTX 3080 HOF graphics cards based on specifications and benchmarks. The EVGA GeForce RTX 3080 XC3 Gaming LHR operates at a base clock speed of 1.440 GHz and has 10 GB of GDDR6X memory, while the GALAX GeForce RTX 3080 HOF operates at a base clock speed of 1.440 GHz and has 10 GB of GDDR6X memory. The weights differ at -- and -- respectively. The TDP of the EVGA GeForce RTX 3080 XC3 Gaming LHR is 320 W, while that of the GALAX GeForce RTX 3080 HOF is 320 W. Compare the benchmark results to determine which graphics card is superior.

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Specifications

Complete list of technical specifications

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Graphics processing unit (GPU)

Contrast the GPU cores between GALAX GeForce RTX 3080 HOF and EVGA GeForce RTX 3080 XC3 Gaming LHR 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 3080 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 LHR
GPU Chip	GA102-200-K1-A1 GA102-202-K1-A1 (Ampere)
Execution units	68 68
Shader	8704 8704
Render Output Units	96 96
Texture Units	272 272

Memory

Compare the quantity, type, and speed of memory, as well as the bandwidth, in GALAX GeForce RTX 3080 HOF and EVGA GeForce RTX 3080 XC3 Gaming LHR GPUs. Ample graphics memory, high frequency, and sufficient bandwidth contribute positively to high-resolution texture processing speed.

Specification	Value
Memory Size	10 GB 10 GB
Memory Type	GDDR6X GDDR6X
Memory Speed	1.188 GHz 19 Gbps
Memory Bandwith	760 GB/s 760 GB/s
Memory Interface	320 bit 320 bit

Clock Speeds

Explore the base and maximum frequencies of GALAX GeForce RTX 3080 HOF and EVGA GeForce RTX 3080 XC3 Gaming LHR graphics cards. BIOS does not display these values, but diagnostic utilities like GPU-Z or Everest can provide insights.

Specification	Value
Base Clock	1.440 GHz 1.440 GHz
Boost Clock	1.815 GHz+ 6 % 1.710 GHz
Avg (Game) Clock	1.800 GHz
Overclocking	Yes Yes

Thermal Design

Let's contrast the thermal design power of GALAX GeForce RTX 3080 HOF and EVGA GeForce RTX 3080 XC3 Gaming LHR 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	320 W 320 W
TDP (up)	-- 370 W
Tjunction max	93 °C 93 \xc2\xb0C
PCIe-Power	3 x 8-Pin 2 x 8-Pin

Cooler & Fans

In this section, we'll examine the cooling solutions for GALAX GeForce RTX 3080 HOF and EVGA GeForce RTX 3080 XC3 Gaming LHR, 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	2 x 102 mm 3 x 90 mm
Noise (Idle)	0 dB / Silent 0 dB / Silent
Fan 2	1 x 92 mm --
Noise (Load)	-- 42-44 dB

Connectivity

Discover the quantity and varieties of sockets for video output and connectivity in GALAX GeForce RTX 3080 HOF and EVGA GeForce RTX 3080 XC3 Gaming LHR 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 GALAX GeForce RTX 3080 HOF and EVGA GeForce RTX 3080 XC3 Gaming LHR 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 (Ultimate)
Raytracing	Yes Yes
DLSS / FSR	Yes Yes
LED	Addressable LED Addressable LED

Supported Video Codecs

Explore the support for popular codecs h264, VP8, h265 / HEVC, VP9, and AV1 in GALAX GeForce RTX 3080 HOF and EVGA GeForce RTX 3080 XC3 Gaming LHR. 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 GALAX GeForce RTX 3080 HOF and EVGA GeForce RTX 3080 XC3 Gaming LHR 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	352 mm 285 mm
Height	160 mm 111 mm
Width	68 mm --
Width (Slots)	4 PCIe-Slots 3 PCIe-Slots

Additional data

Explore details regarding the classification (for desktops or laptops) and architecture of GALAX GeForce RTX 3080 HOF and EVGA GeForce RTX 3080 XC3 Gaming LHR, 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	Q3/2021 Q2/2022
Structure size	8 nm 8 nm
Part-no	38NWM3MD3BJJ 10G-P5-3883-KL
Documents	data sheet data sheet