Many want to buy the RTX 3080, but how big is the graphics card actually? Some clever users have now compared the RTX 3080 and RTX 3090 with the Xbox and PS5. Even the Founders Edition of the Nvidia RTX 3080 is a real monster.
The first tests of the RTX 3080 from Nvidia have shown that the new graphics card offers plenty of performance. It delivers about 30% more performance in 4K than the RTX 2080 Ti. It’s not surprising that many users want to buy the graphics card. Currently, some RTX 3080 models are already being sold at high prices on Ebay.
How big is the graphics card actually? A few users have now come up with the idea of comparing the RTX 3080 and the faster RTX 3090 with the last-gen and next-gen consoles.
RTX 3080: How big is the graphics card actually?
RTX 3080/3090 vs NextGen: The comparison of the consoles with the new graphics cards from Nvidia clearly shows how big the new graphics accelerators are.
| Xbox Series X | Xbox Series S | PS5 | RTX 3080 FE | RTX 3090 FE |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30.1 cm (height) | 27.5 cm (height) | 39 cm (height) | 28.5 cm (height) | 31.3 cm (height) |
Especially in the numbers, you can see that the RTX 3080 is only slightly smaller than the Xbox Series X and PS5. The Xbox Series S can just surpass it. The RTX 3090 is another 3 cm longer, allowing it to surpass the Xbox Series X as well.
RTX 3080/3090 vs LastGen: For the size comparison with the old consoles, you have to lay the consoles horizontally.
| PS4 | Xbox One X | RTX 3080 FE | RTX 3090 FE |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29.5 cm (width) | 27.4 cm (width) | 28.5 cm (height) | 31.3 cm (height) |
The RTX 3080 Founders Edition is just a little under the PS4 and Xbox One X, while the RTX 3090 FE is notably longer than the last-gen consoles.
The RTX 3080 is huge – Does it even fit in your case?
Fans, backplate and of course the graphics chip itself – all components require space. Depending on the manufacturer, the RTX 3080 is quite large. Even the Founders Edition is 28.5 cm long, and the custom models may require even more space.
The Zotac GeForce RTX 3080 alone has a length of 31.78 cm. Many other graphics cards usually range between 15 and 25 cm.
ITX, µATX or ATX, which case? In the end, your case decides which graphics card fits in. A large ATX case is not necessarily a guarantee that you can install a very large graphics card.
Here’s what you can do:
- Measure the PCIe slot in the case by hand, then you have a better sense of how much space you have for a graphics card.
- Make sure to measure the primary PCIe-x16 slot. You can identify it by the fact that it is closest to the CPU socket.
- Check how much space you have available. This can vary depending on which components you have already installed. Processor, fans, or even a water cooling system also require space in the case.
- Calculate a bit of extra space, so the fans of the graphics card are not blocked.
- A look into the official manual of your case can also help.
Also keep this in mind: You should also keep in mind that the graphics card receives enough air after installation. If the case is too tight or too full, individual components can quickly overheat. Tips against an overheating PC are also available for you.
