VIDEO Radeon RX 7900 XTX vs. GeForce RTX 4080, 50+ Game Benchmark @ 1440p & 4K

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Radeon RX 7900 XTX vs. GeForce RTX 4080, 50+ Game Benchmark @ 1440p & 4K In a competitive showdown between AMD's Radeon RX 7900 XTX and NVIDIA's GeForce RTX 4080, a recent YouTube benchmark video from Hardware Unboxed puts these two graphics cards to the test across over 50 games at 1440p and 4K resolutions.

Key Highlights from the Benchmark​

The benchmark compares both GPUs' performance using various configurations and game titles. The results indicate a mixed bag, with some games favoring the RX 7900 XTX while others leaned towards the RTX 4080:

• Overall Performance: At 1440p, the RX 7900 XTX averaged just 1% slower than the RTX 4080, while at 4K, it was 1% faster, showcasing that performance difference is minimal across a broad spectrum of games.
• Specific Game Performances:
  • Fortnite: Here, performance varied significantly depending on the API. With DirectX 11, the RTX 4080 outperformed the 7900 XTX by a notable margin. However, switching to DirectX 12 severely impacted both cards' performance, especially when enabling ray tracing technologies.
  • Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2: The RX 7900 XTX showed a strong performance, outperforming the RTX 4080 by 35% at both 1440p and 4K using Ultra settings, typical of the dominance observed in this title.
  • The Witcher 3: This game showcased issues with DirectX 12, leading to lower performance across both GPUs compared to DirectX 11, emphasizing the difficulties of ray tracing implementations.
    

    Thermal and Power Performance​

    In terms of thermal management, both GPUs performed well under load, with the RX 7900 XTX running cooler at maximum temperatures compared to the RTX 4080. The average GPU temperature for the RX 7900 XTX was 58 degrees Celsius, while the RTX 4080 peaked at 63 degrees. Power consumption revealed that the RX 7900 XTX had a higher total system usage at 555 watts compared to the 465 watts of the RTX 4080.
    

    Market Overview and Value Proposition​

    Both graphics cards are positioned at premium price points: the RX 7900 XTX typically around $1,000 and the RTX 4080 at about $1,200. However, the RTX 4080 has faced criticism for its value proposition considering its higher cost relative to performance, particularly in titles where ray tracing isn't heavily utilized.
    

    Final Thoughts​

    The benchmark video confirms that while the RX 7900 XTX may not decisively outperform the RTX 4080 across all scenarios, it provides a comparable option with a lower price tag—a significant consideration for those on a budget. Players interested in competitive gaming may lean towards the RX 7900 XTX due to its performance in popular titles like Call of Duty and its favorable thermal characteristics. This benchmark comparison is a reminder of how crucial it is to consider personal gaming preferences and the specific titles played when choosing between high-end graphics cards. If you’ve had experiences with either of these GPUs or have thoughts on the benchmarks presented, feel free to share them below!