Comparison

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 Ti Performance Comparison: Rival Models & Upgrade Paths

How does the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 Ti hold up for playing Apex Legends in 2026? We've compared its performance against similar tier GPUs to identify the most cost-effective upgrade paths.

Equivalent Performance GPUs

Compare the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 Ti against its closest performance rivals at equivalent settings.

Generational Performance Gap

Track the generational leap of the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 Ti within its class, visualized in FPS.

High-Tier GPU Upgrades

Identify the best upgrade paths from the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 Ti for 4K or high-refresh gaming.

Console Comparison

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 Ti vs Console performance in Apex Legends

Important Notes on Console FPS Display

On this page, the console modes are mapped in the graphs as follows: 'Performance' = LOW, and 'Balanced' = MED (and is unavailable on the Switch and last-gen consoles). Please note that the Performance mode on consoles prioritizes maximum 120 FPS competitive responsiveness, which results in a reduction in rendering resolution and visual fidelity. Additionally, while the graphical fidelity between the PC and console versions is not strictly identical, they are compared here as equivalent quality levels.

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 Ti vs PlayStation

Comprehensive performance comparison against PlayStation series

PS5 Pro

1080p
1440p
4K

PS5

1080p
1440p
4K

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 Ti vs Xbox

Comprehensive performance comparison against Xbox series

Xbox SX

1080p
1440p
4K

Xbox SS

1080p
1440p
4K

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 Ti vs Nintendo

Comprehensive performance comparison against Nintendo series

Switch 2

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1440p
4K
Display Pairing

Apex Legends x NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 Ti: Optimal Display Pairing

Finding the sweet spot for Apex Legends on the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 Ti: avoid over-spec or power shortages. We've identified the ideal resolution to maximize your hardware's potential.

Sweet Spot Environment

The optimal configuration that most efficiently translates hardware performance into visual quality.

High Refresh Rate
1080p
Ultra Settings
Performance
AVE. 124 FPS

Very smooth and comfortable, but power is slightly underutilized at this resolution. Ideal for playing on high refresh rate monitors.

Comfortable / Ample
1440p
Ultra Settings
Performance
AVE. 73 FPS

Stable performance consistently exceeding 60 FPS. With performance to spare, higher resolution environments are also an option.

Sweet Spot
4K(2160p)
Medium Settings
Performance
AVE. 65 FPS

The optimal resolution where your GPU performance is maximized. Perfect balance of density and response.

Optimal Monitor Size Guide for NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 Ti

Visual clarity scales differently depending on physical screen size. Use this matrix to check if your current or planned monitor pairs perfectly with this GPU.

Grade Color Index:
S (Flawless)
A (Sharp / Great)
B (Standard)
C (Rough / Blurry)
F (Low Fidelity)
- (NG / Unsupported)
Resolution ClassFPS Target21"24"27"32"34"42"
1080p
FPS LIMIT
144
A
S
S
C
B
A
C
B
A
C
C
F
C
C
F
F
F
F
FPS LIMIT
60
A
S
S
S
C
B
A
A
C
B
A
A
C
C
F
F
C
C
F
F
F
F
F
F
FPS LIMIT
30
A
S
S
S
C
B
A
A
C
B
A
A
C
C
F
F
C
C
F
F
F
F
F
F
1440p
FPS LIMIT
144
A
B
B
C
C
F
FPS LIMIT
60
A
S
S
S
B
B
A
A
B
B
A
A
C
C
B
B
C
C
B
B
F
F
F
F
FPS LIMIT
30
A
S
S
S
B
B
A
A
B
B
A
A
C
C
B
B
C
C
B
B
F
F
F
F
4K(2160p)
FPS LIMIT
144
FPS LIMIT
60
A
S
B
B
B
B
C
C
C
C
F
F
FPS LIMIT
30
A
S
S
S
B
B
A
A
B
B
A
A
C
C
B
B
C
C
B
B
F
F
S
S
FAQ

FAQ: Apex Legends x NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 Ti

What is the optimal setting for playing Apex Legends with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 Ti?

With performance to spare, we recommend "1440p / Ultimate / FG: OFF". Increasing resolution allows you to enjoy maximum native fidelity without needing extra enhancements.

Can NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 Ti run Apex Legends on Ultra settings?

Yes. NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 Ti averages 124 FPS on Ultra settings at 1080p, providing a smooth experience. You can also expect a playable average of 35 FPS at 4K on Ultra.

Can I play Apex Legends at 4K resolution with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 Ti?

Yes, you can. You can enjoy Apex Legends at 4K on Standard settings with a smooth 65 FPS.

Can I use Frame Generation (DLSS 3 / FSR 3) in Apex Legends with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 Ti?

No. While your NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 Ti supports Frame Generation, Apex Legends itself does not support this feature at this time.

Playable

Featured Games for NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 Ti

The potential of the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 Ti extends far beyond a single title. We’ve analyzed other popular games that run comfortably (Grade S-B) on this hardware.