Nvidia’s GeForce RTX 3080 12GB doesn’t solely provide 2GB extra VRAM than the 10GB variant, there are some necessary (principally optimistic) variations to the CUDA core configuration and to the reminiscence bus width. One slight change which is perhaps thought of for the more severe is that the 12GB model of the RTX 3080 Nvidia scaled again the bottom clock, although it retained the identical enhance clocks. Lastly, the brand new 12GB mannequin had a barely raised reference TDP of 350W (vs 320W).
Tallying all of the variations, the CUDA core quota and reminiscence amount/bus benefit meant that the 12GB model of the GeForce RTX 3080 graphics card was the one to covet, particularly when gaming at larger resolutions like 4K. Although Nvidia and companions reportedly ceased manufacturing of the RTX 3080 12GB about two months in the past, its fame as a selection Ampere product most likely helped get it as soon as once more rolling alongside manufacturing traces.
The Tweet by @Zed__Wang about Nvidia and companions resuming GeForce RTX 3080 12GB manufacturing most likely signifies that extra inventory of this presently extremely fascinating graphics card is on the way in which, and pricing will get even higher. Nonetheless, as with all such ‘leaks’, please take the data with a pinch of salt.
