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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 12GB (2022) by NVIDIA
Starting from $1,249.00
Launch price for the base storage/RAM variant
Disclaimer: The price shown is the official launch price (MSRP) for the base storage/RAM configuration.
Higher storage/RAM variants cost more. Actual prices may also vary depending on your country, region, taxes, and retailer.
Higher storage/RAM variants cost more. Actual prices may also vary depending on your country, region, taxes, and retailer.
A mid-cycle refresh of the RTX 3080 with more VRAM, more CUDA cores, and a wider memory bus.
About NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 12GB (2022)
Launched quietly without an official MSRP in January 2022, the RTX 3080 12GB increased CUDA core count to 8,960 (up from 8,704) and widened the memory bus to 384-bit with 12GB of GDDR6X, versus the original 10GB card's 320-bit bus. TDP rose to 350W to accommodate the extra cores and memory. Board partner cards started around $1,249.
Full Specifications
General
Model
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 12GB
Chipset
GA102
Architecture
NVIDIA Ampere
Process Node
Samsung 8nm
Bus Interface
PCIe 4.0 x16
Performance
Cores
8,960 CUDA Cores
Ray Tracing Cores
70 RT Cores (2nd Gen) + 280 Tensor Cores (3rd Gen)
Base Clock
1260 MHz
Boost Clock
1710 MHz
Memory
Memory Size
12GB GDDR6X
Memory Type
GDDR6X
Memory Bus
384-bit
Power
TDP
350W
Power Connectors
2x 8-pin (varies by board partner)
Recommended PSU
750W
Connectivity
Outputs
3x DisplayPort 1.4a, 1x HDMI 2.1
Dimensions
Length
~285mm (varies by board partner)
Slot Width
2.5-slot
Known Issues & Fixes
| Issue | Solution / Fix |
|---|---|
| Some buyers reported confusion distinguishing this 12GB variant from the original 10GB RTX 3080, since NVIDIA never issued a distinct model number or Founders Edition for it. | Not fixable; always check the exact VRAM capacity and memory bus width listed on the specific box/listing before buying, as both cards share the 'RTX 3080' name. |
| A number of owners noted the 350W TDP runs noticeably hotter under sustained load than the original 10GB card's 320W rating. | Not a defect; a deliberate tradeoff for the higher core count and wider memory bus. Ensure the case has good airflow and the PSU meets NVIDIA's 750W recommendation. |
Frequently Asked Questions
What's different from the original RTX 3080?
12GB of GDDR6X (vs 10GB), a wider 384-bit memory bus, and more CUDA cores (8,960 vs 8,704), at a higher 350W TDP.
Did NVIDIA release this as a Founders Edition?
No, NVIDIA never made a reference/Founders Edition of the 12GB variant; only board partner cards are available.
What power supply is recommended?
NVIDIA recommends a 750W PSU.
How many display outputs does it have?
Typically 3x DisplayPort 1.4a and 1x HDMI 2.1, though this varies slightly by board partner.
What memory type does it use?
GDDR6X, running at 19 Gbps.
Is it PCIe 4.0?
Yes, PCIe 4.0 x16.
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