NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 vs AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT
Detailed gaming performance comparison
Reference CPU: Intel Core i5-13400
We compare the RTX 2080 and the RX 5700 XT with real FPS across the most popular games at 1080p, 1440p and 4K, plus specs, launch price and AI upscaling support (DLSS/FSR/XeSS). See at a glance which is better for your resolution and budget.
The RTX 2080 is ~17% faster than the RX 5700 XT on average at 1080p. On top of that, the RX 5700 XT is 43% cheaper (launch price).
Average FPS by resolution
Estimated average FPS for each graphics card across the most popular games. The gap usually shows at 1080p and 1440p; at 4K both lose smoothness and upscaling (DLSS/FSR) helps.
| Resolution | RTX 2080 | RX 5700 XT | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p | 56 | 48 | +17% |
| 1440p | 45 | 36 | +25% |
| 4K | 24 | 17 | +41% |
Specifications
Side-by-side specs of the RTX 2080 and RX 5700 XT: VRAM, power draw (TDP), performance index and launch price. The better value in each row is highlighted in blue.
| Spec | RTX 2080 | RX 5700 XT |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | NVIDIA | AMD |
| VRAM | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| TDP | 215W | 225W |
| Tier | High-end | High-end |
| Score 1080p | 50 | 42 |
| Score 1440p | 45 | 36 |
| Score 4K | 32 | 22 |
| Price (MSRP) | $699 | $399 |
Gaming Performance
Per-game FPS detail at 1080p Ultra. The graphics card that wins each title is highlighted in blue.
| Game | RTX 2080 | RX 5700 XT | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Theft Auto IV: Complete Edition | 58FPS | 49FPS | RTX 2080 |
| Grand Theft Auto VI | 45FPS | 38FPS | RTX 2080 |
| Halloween: The Game | 56FPS | 47FPS | RTX 2080 |
| Kena: Scars of Kosmora | 58FPS | 49FPS | RTX 2080 |
| Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV | 64FPS | 54FPS | RTX 2080 |
| Mortal Shell II | 52FPS | 44FPS | RTX 2080 |
| Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival | 56FPS | 47FPS | RTX 2080 |
| Valor Mortis | 52FPS | 44FPS | RTX 2080 |
| Star Wars Zero Company | 64FPS | 54FPS | RTX 2080 |
| Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve | 58FPS | 49FPS | RTX 2080 |
Verdict
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 wins in 10 out of 10 games
We recommend NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 as the best option for gaming.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions when comparing the RTX 2080 with the RX 5700 XT.
Which is better, the RTX 2080 or the RX 5700 XT?
On average at 1080p, the RTX 2080 is 17% faster than the RX 5700 XT. The best one for you depends on your resolution, budget and whether you prioritise ray tracing or price.
Which is better at 4K?
At 4K Ultra, the RTX 2080 averages 24 FPS and the RX 5700 XT 17 FPS across the most popular games. For smooth 4K, enabling upscaling (DLSS/FSR) helps on both.
Is it worth paying more for the faster one?
At 1080p or 1440p the FPS gap may not justify the extra cost; at 4K or with ray tracing the faster card matters more. Check the by-resolution table to decide.
Which has better ray tracing and upscaling?
AI upscaling (DLSS on NVIDIA, FSR on AMD, XeSS on Intel) raises FPS on both; for ray tracing, GeForce RTX cards usually lead. See each card’s support above.
How big is the FPS difference between them?
On average across top games, the gap is around 17% at 1080p. At higher resolutions (1440p and 4K) the relative difference usually stays similar.