Graphics Card Asus GeForce RTX 3080 TUF Gaming OC
Partner card This is a board-partner version of the Nvidia RTX 3080 — see all Nvidia RTX 3080 reviews for the full picture.
Storm Score 90 out of 100
Reviews 3 published
Outlets 3 publications
Top Outlet TechRadar highest score
% Positive 100% acclaim+

Critics' Consensus

“Critics praise Asus GeForce RTX 3080 TUF Gaming OC cooling and solid performance but fault its modest gains over the Founders Edition and higher price.”

Certified
Universal
Acclaim 90 / 100
Tier Distribution 3 reviews total
67%
33%
0%
Universal Acclaim (90–100): 2 reviews
Critically Acclaimed (70–89): 1 reviews
Mixed Reception (<70): 0 reviews

Critical Assessment

What Critics Praise

  • Solid performance
  • Best‑in‑class cooling
  • Decent aesthetics
  • Same price as Founders Edition
  • Slightly higher boost clock
  • Noticeably cooler operation

Points of Contention

  • May be a bit large

Professional Reviews

3 reviews from 3 critics
100
Bill Thomas
TechRadar

“The Asus GeForce RTX 3080 TUF Gaming, with its excellent cooling and solid performance is easily the RTX 3080 for most people.”

Perfect 5/5
90
Jarred Walton
Tom's Hardware

“The Asus GeForce RTX 3080 TUF Gaming OC is a large card with plenty of cooling, putting up similar performance numbers to the 3080 FE at a higher price — but with a bit of RGB bling and even better cooling.”

Perfect 4.5/5
80
Chris Coke
IGN

The Asus RTX 3080 TUF Gaming OC delivers improved cooling and quieter operation compared to the Founders Edition, though performance gains are marginal. It is recommended for users prioritizing thermal efficiency and build quality over raw speed.

Acclaimed 8/10

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