Comparison

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 10GB Performance Comparison: Rival Models & Upgrade Paths

How does the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 10GB hold up for playing Hades II 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 3080 10GB against its closest performance rivals at equivalent settings.

GeForce RTX 4070
Technical Peer
TARGET GPU
GeForce RTX 3080 10GB
Selected GPU
Radeon RX 7700 XT
Marginally Slower

Generational Performance Gap

Track the generational leap of the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 10GB within its class, visualized in FPS.

TARGET GPU
GeForce RTX 3080 10GB
Selected GPU
GeForce RTX 3080 12GB
Next Gen
GeForce RTX 4080
Next Gen

High-Tier GPU Upgrades

Identify the best upgrade paths from the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 10GB for 4K or high-refresh gaming.

Display Pairing

Hades II x NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 10GB: Optimal Display Pairing

Finding the sweet spot for Hades II on the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 10GB: 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.

Over-Spec
1080p
Ultra Settings
Performance
AVE. 389 FPS

Computational resources are excessive for the current resolution. A higher resolution environment is recommended to utilize hardware potential.

Over-Spec
1440p
Ultra Settings
Performance
AVE. 229 FPS

Computational resources are excessive for the current resolution. A higher resolution environment is recommended to utilize hardware potential.

Sweet Spot
4K(2160p)
Ultra Settings
Performance
AVE. 111 FPS

An ideal sweet spot that balances high resolution and high frame rates. You can enjoy the smoothness and detail of over 100 FPS.

Optimal Monitor Size Guide for NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 10GB

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
S
C
B
A
A
C
B
A
A
C
C
F
F
C
C
F
F
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
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
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
A
S
S
B
B
A
B
B
A
C
C
B
C
C
B
F
F
S
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
S
S
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: Hades II x NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 10GB

What is the optimal setting for playing Hades II with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 10GB?

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 3080 10GB run Hades II on Ultra settings?

Yes. NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 10GB averages 389 FPS on Ultra settings at 1080p, providing a smooth experience. You can also expect a smooth average of 111 FPS at 4K on Ultra.

Can I play Hades II at 4K resolution with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 10GB?

Yes, you can. You can enjoy Hades II at 4K on Standard settings with a smooth 206 FPS.

Can I use Frame Generation (DLSS 3 / FSR 3) in Hades II with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 10GB?

No. While your NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 10GB supports Frame Generation, Hades II itself does not support this feature at this time.

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