Comparison

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

Equivalent Performance GPUs

Compare the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti against its closest performance rivals at equivalent settings.

Generational Performance Gap

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

High-Tier GPU Upgrades

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

Display Pairing

Subnautica 2 x NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti: Optimal Display Pairing

Sweet Spot Environment

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

Sweet Spot
1080p
High Settings
AVE. 72 FPS
Comfortable / Ample
1440p
Low Settings
AVE. 73 FPS
Minimum Playable
4K(2160p)
Low Settings
AVE. 36 FPS

Optimal Monitor Size Guide for NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 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 ClassFPS21"24"27"32"34"42"
1080p
A
94 FPS
A
FPS:A·PQ:S
A
FPS:A·PQ:A
B
FPS:A·PQ:B
C
FPS:A·PQ:C
F
FPS:A·PQ:F
F
FPS:A·PQ:F
1440p
B
55 FPS
B
FPS:B·PQ:S
B
FPS:B·PQ:S
B
FPS:B·PQ:A
B
FPS:B·PQ:B
C
FPS:B·PQ:C
F
FPS:B·PQ:F
4K(2160p)
F
27 FPS
F
FPS:F·PQ:S
F
FPS:F·PQ:S
F
FPS:F·PQ:S
F
FPS:F·PQ:A
F
FPS:F·PQ:B
F
FPS:F·PQ:C
FAQ

FAQ: Subnautica 2 x NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti

What is the optimal setting for playing Subnautica 2 with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti?

We recommend "1080p / Ultimate / FG: ON" for comfort. By leveraging AI enhancements, you can maintain high visual quality while ensuring smooth gameplay.

Can NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti run Subnautica 2 on Ultra settings?

Yes, but frame drops may occur. For a stable 60FPS, try high settings (72 FPS).

Can I play Subnautica 2 at 4K resolution with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti?

4K is not recommended for this setup. The game averages only 27 FPS at 4K even on Standard settings. We suggest playing at 1440p or 1080p for a better experience.

Can I use Frame Generation (DLSS 3 / FSR 3) in Subnautica 2 with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti?

Yes, it is supported. Yes, it is supported via null. This configuration leverages your NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti's features for extremely smooth gameplay.