NVIDIA
RTX 4080 Laptop
Gaming Graphics Card
Performance index derived from aggregated PassMark benchmark data, normalized to the FPSpilot 0-100 scale.
The NVIDIA RTX 4080 Laptop is a graphics card with 12 GB of VRAM launched in 2023. Its FPSpilot gaming performance index is 65/100, derived from aggregated PassMark benchmarks.
Specifications
| Manufacturer | NVIDIA |
|---|---|
| VRAM Memory | 12 GB |
| Release year | 2023 |
| Perf. index | 65 / 100 |
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Gaming performance
With an index of 65/100, the NVIDIA RTX 4080 Laptop 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
With 12 GB of VRAM it is comfortable at 1440p with high textures and holds up well at 4K in most titles. The most memory-hungry modern games (open worlds with ultra textures) already recommend 12 GB, making this amount a future-proof investment.
Technologies & features
As a recent RTX generation, it supports DLSS 3 with Frame Generation, hardware-accelerated ray tracing and NVIDIA Reflex for latency reduction. DLSS upscaling gains 40-70% FPS with minimal visual quality loss, extending the card's useful life. As the laptop variant, its real-world performance depends on the power limit (TGP) configured by the device manufacturer: two laptops with the same GPU can perform very differently.
Frequently asked questions
Is the NVIDIA RTX 4080 Laptop good for gaming in 2026?
Yes. With an FPSpilot index of 65/100, the NVIDIA RTX 4080 Laptop performs well in current games. It is suited to 1440p and even 4K with optimised settings.
How much VRAM does the NVIDIA RTX 4080 Laptop have and is it enough?
It has 12 GB of VRAM. Enough for 1440p and 4K with high textures in current games.
What power supply do I need for the NVIDIA RTX 4080 Laptop?
For a card of this tier a quality 750-850 W power supply (80 Plus Gold or better) is recommended, leaving headroom for transient power spikes and the rest of the components.
Is the NVIDIA RTX 4080 Laptop worth it versus newer alternatives?
Launched in 2023, 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.
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