GeForce GTX 1080 Review
Pascal · 8 GB GDDR5X · 180 W
Specdex verdict The GeForce GTX 1080 scores 68/100 — entry-level capability with notable compromises; good for casual use but not the pick if you have flexibility on budget.
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 — the 2016 Pascal SKU with 8 GB GDDR5X targeting its tier.
GeForce GTX 1080 versus its closest rivals
- +NVIDIA driver stack
- +DLSS support on RTX
- +Strong resale value
- −Power draw scales with tier
- −Gen-over-gen price creep
- −VRAM gated per tier
Who's the GeForce GTX 1080 for?
Quick verdicts for the most common buyer profiles, derived from the sub-scores above.
Compute scores trail current top-tier — look at our step-up alternatives below if performance is the priority.
Mid-tier pricing at $599 — review whether the score-per-dollar lines up against the cheaper alternatives we recommend.
In the box
What you get when you unbox the GeForce GTX 1080.
- Graphics card
- Adapter cables (12VHPWR / 16-pin)
- Anti-sag bracket (premium tier)
Standard contents — region/SKU may vary; confirm at retailer.
Full score breakdown
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Specifications
Manufacturer-sourced where verifiable| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| VRAM | 8 GB GDDR5X |
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Architecture | Pascal |
| TBP | 180 W |
| Release year | 2016 |
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