# PCMag Review: Gigabyte Aorus GeForce RTX 5080 Infinity 16G Earns Editors' Choice for Enthusiasts

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Published on Savlume: 2026-10-03T20:00:00.000Z
Content updated: 2026-10-13T19:58:18.583Z
Source publication time: 2026-10-03T20:00:00.000Z
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In its review, PCMag tested the Gigabyte Aorus GeForce RTX 5080 Infinity 16G, awarding it an Editors' Choice for enthusiast PC gaming. The reviewer reported that its 2,805MHz factory boost clock delivered measurable frame-rate advantages over Nvidia's Founders Edition while maintaining cooler operating temperatures and lower power draw. PCMag highlighted the high $1,899 list price as the primary barrier, concluding it suits high-end 4K builders rather than existing RTX 5070-class owners.

## Media review

PCMag gives the card an Editors’ Choice award and concludes that its factory overclock and thermal performance make it a strong RTX 5080 option, while noting its high $1,899 list price.

Attribution: PCMag Reviews · Michael Justin Allen Sexton
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- Source-reported strength: PCMag reports a small gaming performance advantage over the RTX 5080 Founders Edition.
- Source-reported strength: In the review’s tests, the card stayed cool and used less power than the original RTX 5080 while delivering better performance.
- Source-reported strength: The article reports strong results in Blender and gaming tests compared with lower-performing cards.
- Source-reported limitation: The review describes the $1,899 list price as high for an RTX 5080.
- Source-reported limitation: PCMag says it is not a worthwhile upgrade from an RTX 5070 or RTX 5070 Ti for most buyers unless they are focused on maximizing 4K gaming.

### How did it compare with the RTX 5080 Founders Edition in gaming?

PCMag reports that the factory-overclocked card had a small performance advantage in its tested games.

### Is it a worthwhile upgrade from an RTX 5070 or RTX 5070 Ti?

PCMag says not unless the buyer is set on maximizing 4K gaming performance and has a matching monitor.
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PCMag Reviews: https://www.pcmag.com/reviews/gigabyte-aorus-geforce-rtx-5080-infinity-16g

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