NVIDIA
GeForce 945M vs Radeon HD 6990M
Full comparison of specs, performance and benchmarks
AMD
Radeon HD 6990M
Aggregate performance score
We've compared GeForce 945M and Radeon HD 6990M across specs and all relevant benchmarks.
↗GeForce 945M outperforms Radeon HD 6990M by ~1% on the catalog index; this is not a measured FPS gain.+1%
Scores are normalized on the Head to Head scale. Higher is better. How is this calculated?H2HBench Data Quality
Low confidenceSpecifications: Field verification not recordedVerified gaming results: 0Estimated / unverified results: 32Price record updated: Sep 6, 2026
Limited verified data
H2HBench Verdict
Equal catalog scores
The score difference is not a measured FPS improvement.
Reasons to consider GeForce 945M
- Lower stated power consumption
- Recorded feature support: OpenCL 3.0, CUDA 5.0 · Not supported
Reasons to consider Radeon HD 6990M
- More graphics memory
- Recorded feature support: OpenCL 1.2 · Not supported
Catalog metrics radar
Axes with missing data are hidden; every value uses a fixed scale.
NVIDIA
AMDPerformance
Efficiency
Price / performance
Memory capacity
3131
100100
5454
4356
Graphics card ranking
Positions 151–156of 411
Which should you choose?
Two practical conclusions based on community votes and gaming value.
GeForce 945M
114 likesHead to Head visitors currently choose this model more often.
Overview
Scores are calculated from specifications, performance, and efficiency.
GamesDirectX, OpenCL, and Vulkan performance
31
31
Professional applications3D modeling, video editing, and rendering
29
29
AI and machine learningMachine-learning and AI capabilities
26
26
Power efficiencyPower consumption across workloads
100
100
Head to Head scoreOverall catalog score
43
43
Specifications
The better numeric value is highlighted in green, taking the metric direction into account.
Release date
HDMI
DisplayPort
Max resolution
Max monitors
USB Type-C
Recommended PSU
Length
DirectX
Vulkan
OpenGL
TFLOPSBetter
Power consumptionBetter
Architecture
Memory type
Compute API
Launch price——
Shader units / coresBetter
Die sizeBetter
Transistor countBetter
Interface
Power connector
Thickness
Memory cache
Clock speedBetter
Base clockBetter
Boost clockBetter
VRAMBetter
Memory frequencyBetter
Memory busBetter
Memory bandwidthBetter
Power consumptionBetter
Process nodeBetter
Device class
Upscaling
Gaming FPS
Available results are shown separately; missing data is not treated as zero.
The Gaming FPS section compares GeForce 945M and Radeon HD 6990M across curated H2H Lab game presets. The useful signal is not only average FPS, but also how each device behaves at 1440p and 4K, how memory capacity and bus width affect heavy textures, and whether the game engine favors raster performance, ray tracing, or driver maturity.
GeForce 945MRadeon HD 6990M
Verified externalEstimatedSources ↗
Counter-Strike 2
1080p High
155 FPS
155 FPS
1080p Ultra
109 FPS
107 FPS
1440p Ultra
58 FPS
61 FPS
4K Ultra
21 FPS
23 FPS
Counter-Strike 2GeForce 945M155 FPSRadeon HD 6990M155 FPSGeForce 945M109 FPSRadeon HD 6990M107 FPSGeForce 945M58 FPSRadeon HD 6990M61 FPSGeForce 945M21 FPSRadeon HD 6990M23 FPS
Cyberpunk 2077GeForce 945M100 FPSRadeon HD 6990M100 FPSGeForce 945M86 FPSRadeon HD 6990M84 FPSGeForce 945M42 FPSRadeon HD 6990M44 FPSGeForce 945M14 FPSRadeon HD 6990M15 FPS
Forza Horizon 5GeForce 945M126 FPSRadeon HD 6990M126 FPSGeForce 945M81 FPSRadeon HD 6990M80 FPSGeForce 945M52 FPSRadeon HD 6990M55 FPSGeForce 945M31 FPSRadeon HD 6990M33 FPS
Hogwarts LegacyGeForce 945M81 FPSRadeon HD 6990M82 FPSGeForce 945M68 FPSRadeon HD 6990M67 FPSGeForce 945M38 FPSRadeon HD 6990M40 FPSGeForce 945M14 FPSRadeon HD 6990M15 FPS
H2H workload indices
Comparable internal indices on a fixed 0–100 scale.
H2H Raster IndexH2H Index / 10031310%
H2H Compute IndexH2H Index / 10034340%
H2H Rendering IndexH2H Index / 100343811%
H2H Memory Workload IndexH2H Index / 100435626%
H2H Efficiency IndexH2H Index / 1001001000%
These are versioned H2H calculated indices derived from normalized catalog data. They are not results from a third-party benchmark.
H2H AI workload indices
Estimated workload profiles based on available performance and memory data.
H2H Image Generation IndexH2H Index / 100364215%
H2H ML Training IndexH2H Index / 100364113%
H2H Inference IndexH2H Index / 100343811%
H2H Local LLM IndexH2H Index / 100384517%
H2H Computer Vision IndexH2H Index / 10035388%
These are versioned H2H calculated indices derived from normalized catalog data. They are not results from a third-party benchmark.
Graphics APIs, SDKs and upscaling
DirectX11.011.0
Vulkan1.4Not supported
OpenGL4.64.4
UpscalingNot supportedNot supported
Compute APIOpenCL 3.0, CUDA 5.0OpenCL 1.2
Architecture and release
ArchitectureMaxwellTeraScale 2
Process node28 nmBetter40 nm
Release date20162011
Device classMobileMobile
GPU cores, die and clocks
Transistor count1020 million1700 millionBetter
Die size77 mm²Better212 mm²
Shader units / cores3841120Better
Base clock1006 MHzBetter715 MHz
Boost clock1189 MHzBetter715 MHz
Board size, power and compatibility
InterfacePCIe 3.0 x8MXM-B (3.0)
LengthOEM dependentOEM dependent
ThicknessMXM ModuleMXM Module
Recommended PSUOEM dependentOEM dependent
Power connectorNoneNone
Display outputs and limits
HDMIOEM dependentOEM dependent
DisplayPortOEM dependentOEM dependent
USB Type-COEM dependentOEM dependent
Max monitorsOEM dependentOEM dependent
Max resolutionDepends on host systemDepends on host system
Memory and compute throughput
VRAM1 GB DDR32 GB GDDR5Better
Memory typeGDDR5 / DDR3GDDR5 / DDR3
Memory bus64 bit256 bitBetter
TFLOPS0.9131.602Better
Other comparisons
Reviews and questions
Explain this comparison
Beyond percentages: causes, relevant specifications, and practical impact behind every chart.
What AI will explain
Overall score, radar, FPS, synthetic tests, specifications, efficiency, and value.
Evidence details
Data coverage
- Verified gaming results
- 0
- Verified synthetic results
- 0
- Games with verified results
- 0
- Verified community results
- 0
- Estimated / unverified results
- 32
- Specifications
- 0 / 68
Calculated scores · How is this calculated?
Scores use the catalog model and may include estimated inputs. Open each score to see its origin and the methodology.
clamp(round(performance × 0.7 + (efficiency ?? 50) × 0.2 + (value is missing ? 0 : (value − 50) × 0.2)), 0, 100)Price evidence · View sources (2)
Verified community results
No verified community benchmarks yet.
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Comparison history
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Why you can trust this comparison
Origin and confidence are evaluated from the evidence attached to each value. Unverified results are identified, and specification, benchmark and price dates remain separate.
Owner experiences
Real builds, results, and community feedback.
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Frequently asked comparison questions
Short recommendations based on performance, memory, power consumption, and intended use.
01Which is better for gaming: GeForce 945M or Radeon HD 6990M?+
GeForce 945M has the higher overall gaming score, while GeForce 945M offers the better price-to-performance ratio. The final choice depends on resolution and settings.
02Which is better for streaming?+
GeForce 945M is the stronger streaming choice thanks to performance, hardware encoding, and application support. Check AV1, H.264, and HEVC support before buying.
03Which is better for Blender?+
GeForce 945M is generally the better option for Blender and GPU rendering. Rendering-engine support and available VRAM also matter.
04Which is better for video editing?+
GeForce 945M offers more overall performance, while GeForce 945M offers more memory headroom. Codecs, hardware encoders, and editor optimization can change the result.
05Which is better for neural networks and AI?+
GeForce 945M is the more practical option for local AI workloads. VRAM capacity, compute libraries, and framework compatibility are especially important.
06Which is better for 1080p?+
GeForce 945M is the most rational 1080p choice, where high frame rates and cost per frame matter most.
07Which is better for 1440p?+
GeForce 945M leads in combined 1440p performance. GeForce 945M can be preferable for heavy textures and games with high VRAM usage.
08Which is better for 4K?+
GeForce 945M is preferable for 4K, where total performance, memory bandwidth, and VRAM capacity have the greatest impact.
09Which is better for a quiet PC?+
GeForce 945M is easier to use in a quiet build because of its lower estimated power and thermal load. Actual noise depends on the specific cooler.
10Which is better without replacing the power supply?+
GeForce 945M is the safer candidate because its stated power consumption is lower. Verify PSU wattage, age, and power connectors.
11Is it worth upgrading from the previous generation?+
Consider upgrading to GeForce 945M if your current device no longer delivers the required FPS, memory capacity, or feature support. A gain below 15–20% is usually worth waiting for a price cut.