RTX 3080 GPU
The RTX 3080 delivers excellent 4K gaming performance with Ampere architecture and DLSS support.
Cloud Pricing
Cheapest on Salad Cloud — 45% below avg| Provider | GPUs | Price / hr | Updated | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1× GPU | $0.06 | 4/8/2026 | ||
| 1× GPU | $0.09 | 4/8/2026 | ||
| 1× GPU | $0.11 | 4/8/2026 | ||
| 1× GPU | $0.11 | 4/4/2026 | ||
| 1× GPU | $0.17 | 4/8/2026 |
Prices updated daily. Last check: 4/8/2026
Performance
Strengths & Limitations
- 8,704 CUDA cores provide substantial parallel processing capability for graphics and compute workloads
- 10GB GDDR6X VRAM with 760 GB/s memory bandwidth supports high-resolution textures and large datasets
- Second-generation RT cores deliver hardware-accelerated ray tracing performance
- Third-generation Tensor cores enable AI acceleration with mixed-precision computing
- PCIe Gen 4 support provides increased bandwidth for data transfer compared to previous generations
- 29.77 TFLOPS FP32 performance offers significant computational throughput
- Support for up to 7680x4320 resolution enables ultra-high-definition display output
- 320W TDP requires robust cooling and power delivery infrastructure
- 10GB VRAM may be limiting for very large AI models or high-resolution content creation compared to professional GPUs
- Consumer-oriented design lacks enterprise features like ECC memory found in server GPUs
- Previous-generation Ampere architecture superseded by newer RTX 40 series with improved efficiency
- Limited to consumer driver stack which may not include optimizations for enterprise workloads
Key Features
About RTX 3080
Common Use Cases
The RTX 3080 is well-suited for cloud gaming services requiring high-performance 4K gaming capabilities, virtual desktop infrastructure for creative professionals working with 3D rendering and video editing applications, and AI inference workloads that can benefit from its Tensor cores and 10GB VRAM capacity. Its ray tracing capabilities make it appropriate for architectural visualization, product design workflows, and real-time rendering applications. The GPU also serves development and testing environments for gaming applications and AI models where the latest generation hardware is not required.
Full Specifications
Hardware
- Manufacturer
- NVIDIA
- Architecture
- Ampere
- CUDA Cores
- 8,704
- Tensor Cores
- 272
- RT Cores
- 68
- TDP
- 320W
Memory & Performance
- VRAM
- 10GB
- Memory Interface
- 320-bit
- Memory Bandwidth
- 760 GB/s
- FP32
- 29.77 TFLOPS
- Release
- 2020
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does an RTX 3080 cost per hour in the cloud?
RTX 3080 pricing varies by provider, region, and commitment level. Check the pricing table above for current rates across all providers.
What is the RTX 3080 best used for?
The RTX 3080 excels at high-resolution gaming, content creation workflows, and mid-scale AI inference tasks. Its 10GB VRAM, ray tracing capabilities, and Tensor cores make it suitable for 4K gaming services, creative applications requiring hardware acceleration, and AI workloads that don't require the latest generation specifications.
How does the RTX 3080 compare to newer RTX 40 series GPUs?
The RTX 3080 uses the previous-generation Ampere architecture with second-generation RT cores and third-generation Tensor cores, while RTX 40 series GPUs feature the newer Ada Lovelace architecture with improved efficiency and enhanced ray tracing performance. The RTX 3080's 320W TDP is typically higher than equivalent performance tiers in the RTX 40 series, but it remains capable for workloads not requiring the latest architectural improvements.