NVIDIA

RTX 2080 Super

Gaming Graphics Card

8 GB VRAM 2019 Perf. index: 51

Performance index derived from aggregated PassMark benchmark data, normalized to the FPSpilot 0-100 scale.

The NVIDIA RTX 2080 Super is a graphics card with 8 GB of VRAM launched in 2019. Its FPSpilot gaming performance index is 51/100, derived from aggregated PassMark benchmarks.

Specifications

Manufacturer	NVIDIA
VRAM Memory	8 GB
Release year	2019
Perf. index	51 / 100

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Gaming performance

With an index of 51/100, the NVIDIA RTX 2080 Super is a high-end card aimed at 1440p with high settings and 4K with optimised settings. At 1080p it reaches very high frame rates, ideal for high-refresh monitors.

VRAM: what resolutions it handles

Its 8 GB of VRAM is the current standard for 1080p and works well at 1440p with sensible settings. In the latest AAA titles with ultra textures you may need to drop texture quality one notch to avoid stuttering.

Technologies & features

As an RTX card, it has dedicated ray tracing cores and supports DLSS 2 (Super Resolution), recovering significant FPS through AI upscaling. It does not support Frame Generation (exclusive to RTX 4000+), but DLSS 2 keeps receiving improvements and support in new games.

Frequently asked questions

Is the NVIDIA RTX 2080 Super good for gaming in 2026?

Yes. With an FPSpilot index of 51/100, the NVIDIA RTX 2080 Super performs well in current games. Its natural territory is 1080p at high settings and 1440p at balanced settings.

How much VRAM does the NVIDIA RTX 2080 Super have and is it enough?

It has 8 GB of VRAM. The current standard for 1080p/1440p; in the newest AAA titles with ultra textures, dropping textures one notch may help.

What power supply do I need for the NVIDIA RTX 2080 Super?

A quality 550-650 W power supply is sufficient for this card alongside a midrange processor, safety margin included.

Is the NVIDIA RTX 2080 Super worth it versus newer alternatives?

Launched in 2019, it only makes sense at a clearly lower price than current cards of similar performance, which add more modern upscaling technologies, lower power draw and full warranty. On the second-hand market it can be a reasonable option if the price is right.