I agree, I have used EVGA GPUs for my last four builds and never had an issue until this 3080. I am able to use it by keeping it from being stressed but I also see so many others with issues.
I am sure that EVGA is doing all they can to service those with issues, but I do believe that this series is sub par on reliability. I will wait until the next gen to replace my other older cards and even when the next gen comes out, I will stick with EVGA but I will wait to see how reliable they are instead of buying right away.
Performance and appearance is important and of course there is price/value but to me reliability is key.