Comparison

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Performance Comparison: Rival Models & Upgrade Paths

How does the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 hold up for playing Horizon Forbidden West™ Complete Edition 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 4080 against its closest performance rivals at equivalent settings.

Generational Performance Gap

Track the generational leap of the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 within its class, visualized in FPS.

GeForce RTX 3080 12GB
Previous Gen
TARGET GPU
GeForce RTX 4080
Selected GPU
GeForce RTX 5080
Next Gen

High-Tier GPU Upgrades

Identify the best upgrade paths from the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 for 4K or high-refresh gaming.

Display Pairing

Horizon Forbidden West™ Complete Edition x NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080: Optimal Display Pairing

Finding the sweet spot for Horizon Forbidden West™ Complete Edition on the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080: 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.

Comfortable / Ample
1080p
Ultra Settings
Performance
AVE. 87 FPS

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

Sweet Spot
1440p
High Settings
Performance
AVE. 73 FPS

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

Comfortable / Ample
4K(2160p)
Low Settings
Performance
AVE. 61 FPS

A stress-free and comfortable gaming environment with stable performance of 60 FPS or higher expected.

Optimal Monitor Size Guide for NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080

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
C
B
C
B
C
C
C
C
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
FPS LIMIT
60
A
S
S
B
B
A
B
B
A
C
C
B
C
C
B
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
B
B
C
C
F
FPS LIMIT
30
A
S
S
B
B
A
B
B
A
C
C
B
C
C
B
F
F
S
FAQ

FAQ: Horizon Forbidden West™ Complete Edition x NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080

What is the optimal setting for playing Horizon Forbidden West™ Complete Edition with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080?

The best balance is "1080p / Ultimate / FG: OFF". This setup maintains a stable 60+ FPS while ensuring no compromise in visual quality.

Can NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 run Horizon Forbidden West™ Complete Edition on Ultra settings?

Yes. NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 averages 87 FPS on Ultra settings at 1080p, providing a smooth experience.

Can I play Horizon Forbidden West™ Complete Edition at 4K resolution with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080?

Yes, with some adjustments. While Standard settings average 46 FPS, optimizing to low settings will help reach a smooth 60FPS.

Can I use Frame Generation (DLSS 3 / FSR 3) in Horizon Forbidden West™ Complete Edition with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080?

Yes, it is supported. Yes, it is supported via DLSS FG. This configuration leverages your NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080's features for extremely smooth gameplay.

Playable

Featured Games for NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080

The potential of the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 extends far beyond a single title. We’ve analyzed other popular games that run comfortably (Grade S-B) on this hardware.

Comfort Grade: B