RTX Titan vs 2080 Ti

When it comes to choosing a GPU, the decision is not always an easy one. With so many available on the market, it can be a tough choice narrowing your options down.

If you have settled on an Nvidia GPU, we have taken a closer look at the RTX Titan and the 2080 Ti. Both are impressive GPUs that have higher-end specs and an expensive price tag to match.

In this article, we will be taking a closer look at both of these GPUs to find out which is the better of the two. We have benchmarked overall gameplay and fps. In addition to this, we have discussed important specifications such as architecture, VRAM, and cooling systems.

Nvidia was the first company to release a GPU. Their first GPU was released in 1999, and it featured real-time programmable shading. This technology was previously unheard of and it completely changed the face of gaming.

This GPU paved the way for technology that is available today. Decades later, Nvidia still provides the best graphics cards. When it comes to GPUs Nvidia is yet to be rivaled. While AMD has attempted to close the gap, even their most advanced GPUs cannot yet match the specifications of Nvidia’s.

Although Nvidia is mostly known for its high-end graphics cards, they produce a wide range of models that are suitable for all types of budgets.

When you choose a graphics card, the architecture is important as it will determine how well your gaming performance will be.

Both graphics cards use Nvidia Turing architecture. This architecture is impressive. It is 6X faster in its performance in comparison to older GeForce GPUs and provides the ultimate gaming experience.

The graphics are DLSS 2.0 AI-Enhanced, thanks to the tensor cores. The GPUs are capable of next-gen shading, which improves the gaming experience and provides intricate details. The concurrent processing technology runs even the most complex and large next-gen games with no issues. The workload is not a problem for this architecture.

While the 2080 Ti is impressive in itself, the RTX Titan takes this architecture to the next level. It is 4X faster than the Titan XP and runs far better than any of Nvidia’s GPUs that were released before it.

Here are the raw engine specs for both GPUs:

RTX Titan

Cores – 4608
Base Clock – 1350Mhz
Boost Clock – 1770MHz

2080 Ti

Cores – 4352
Base Clock – 1350Mhz
Boost Clock – 1650MHz

While the Titan and 2080 Ti both feature the same base clock speeds, the boost clock and the number of cores the Titan has are significantly higher.

The cooling system of a GPU is essential, especially if you are looking to overclock. Overclocking generates additional heat and you will need to ensure that you do not overclock above the maximum recommended temperature.

Both GPUs feature two dual-axial 13-blade fans and a vapor chamber to help with heat dissipation. The GPU runs quietly and these specs help to keep the GPU ultra-cool. The 13-phase next-gen power supply allows for maximum overclocking.

When looking at the cooling system, it is important to take into consideration the thermal and power specs. The maximum GPU temperature of the RTX Titan and the 2080 Ti is 89℃. The recommended power supply for both is 650W. While they both require a lot of power, this is because they are high-performance GPUs.

The overall power of the RTX Titan GPU is 280W, for the 2080 Ti, it is 250W. The Titan is the more power-hungry of the two, though, there is not a huge amount of difference.

Before purchasing a GPU you will need to take into consideration its dimensions. While the majority of graphics cards are similar in size, some are longer and taller than others. You will want to ensure that it is suitable for your build.

RTX Titan

Height – 4.52”
Length – 10.5”
Width – 2-Slot

2080 Ti

Height – 4.556”
Length – 10.5”
Width – 2-Slot

The GPUs are very similar in length. However, the RTX Titan has multi-GPU scalability. This enables you to connect two Titan GPUs with an Nvidia Titan RTX NVLink bridge. This is impressive and would take gaming to a whole new level.

Both GPUs use a PCIe 3.0 x 16 interface. While this is still commonly used, it is a little disappointing to see that Nvidia has not yet moved to PCIe 4.0, especially in regards to the Titan. While the GPUs are fairly future-proof at the moment, when PCIe 4.0 becomes more popular they will be less so.

The resolution of the GPU is important as this will determine how crisp and clear the graphics will be. Both have an 8K resolution, which is more than enough to run games well at 1080p, which is the most common resolution for gaming. Both have 4K gaming capabilities.

The benchmarking performance of both GPUs was very similar. While the Titan had the better performance, its average score was only 9% better. While the Titan had a better MRender with 282 fps, the 2080 Ti was close behind with 254 fps.

When overclocked, the difference again was minimal. The Titan was 4% better overall. Its MRender was an impressive 325 fps, and for the 2080 Ti, it was 292 fps. Both are extremely quick and provide excellent performance.

When looking at the effective speed, the Titan was 7% faster overall. While the Titan is the better GPU when it comes to performance, the difference is minimal. Given this, it does raise the question of whether or not the GPU is worth the big jump in cost?

Ray tracing is a fantastic feature that greatly enhances the shading and lighting in-game. If you play a lot of next-gen AAA games you will appreciate the use of ray tracing. What is great about this feature is that when it is integrated with the GPU it helps to improve the graphics without slowing down the GPUs performance.

Both of these GPUs have tensor cores with ray-tracing capabilities. The ray tracing is real-time and provides accurate global illumination and refractions.

The VRAM helps to load games more efficiently and quickly. To run games at 1080p, ideally, a GPU should have 8GB. However, for 1440p and 4K resolutions, VRAM higher than 8GB would be the most ideal.

When looking at VRAM, this is where the RTX Titan excels. It is known for its impressive video memory and is one of the best GPUs available for this. It has 24GB in total. The 20080 Ti has 11GB. While 11GB is great, it does not even come close to the specs of the Titan. The Titan will be able to make easy work of even the most demanding tasks or games.

The Titan and 2080 Ti both use GDDR6 which is currently the best memory spec available. The Memory Data Rate for the Titan and 2080 Ti is 14 Gbps, which is particularly quick. There is no competition for VRAM, the Titan is by far the superior option.

When choosing between the two, the RTX Titan is the better option. It has impressive VRAM and can combine two Titan GPUs. It is a fantastic graphics card for those looking to take their gaming to the next level.

However, its benchmarking performance was only slightly better than the 2080 Ti. While it does come fully unlocked, it is vastly more expensive than the 2080 Ti. Given this, we do not think that it is worth purchasing over the 20080 Ti. While the VRAM is a lot better, the VRAM of the 2080 Ti is still more than sufficient to game on with no issues.

The Titan is a GPU for those who can splurge the money on it. If you are looking for a high-end GPU that is still expensive but is more affordable, the 2080 Ti is the better choice.