GeForce GT 630 vs Radeon HD 6990

Full comparison of specs, performance and benchmarks

Aggregate performance score

We've compared GT 630 and HD 6990 across specs and all relevant benchmarks.

HD 6990 outperforms GT 630 by ~6% on the catalog index; this is not a measured FPS gain.+6%

Scores are normalized on the Head to Head scale. Higher is better. How is this calculated?

H2HBench Data Quality

Low confidence
Specifications: Field verification not recordedVerified gaming results: 0Estimated / unverified results: 32Price record updated: Sep 6, 2026

Limited verified data

H2HBench Verdict

Higher catalog score: GeForce GT 630 (~33%)

The score difference is not a measured FPS improvement.

Reasons to consider GT 630

  • Lower stated power consumption
  • Lower recorded market price
  • Recorded feature support: OpenCL 1.1, CUDA 2.1 · Not supported

Reasons to consider HD 6990

  • Higher catalog performance index
  • More graphics memory
  • Recorded feature support: OpenCL 1.2 · Not supported
Low confidence

Catalog metrics radar

Axes with missing data are hidden; every value uses a fixed scale.

H2H
Performance
Efficiency
Price / performance
Memory capacity
Performance
3133
Efficiency
10029
Price / performance
100100
Memory capacity
4356
Missing values are never replaced with zero or an average.Model: H2H 2026.07 fixed scale.

Graphics card ranking

Full ranking →

The ranking is recalculated automatically from catalog data.

Positions 135–140of 321
GT 630not in TOP100position in the GPU ranking
HD 6990not in TOP100position in the GPU ranking

Which should you choose?

Two practical conclusions based on community votes and gaming value.

COMMUNITY CHOICE

Radeon HD 6990

79 likes

Head to Head visitors currently choose this model more often.

BEST PRICE / PERFORMANCE

GeForce GT 630

Price $38.00

Based on catalog performance per unit of current market price, not measured FPS.

Overview

Scores are calculated from specifications, performance, and efficiency.

CategoryGT 630HD 6990
GamesDirectX, OpenCL, and Vulkan performance
31
33Better
Professional applications3D modeling, video editing, and rendering
29
30Better
AI and machine learningMachine-learning and AI capabilities
26
28Better
Power efficiencyPower consumption across workloads
100Better
29
Head to Head scoreOverall catalog score
52Better
39

Specifications

The better numeric value is highlighted in green, taking the metric direction into account.

SpecificationGT 630HD 6990
DirectX
HDMI
Device class
Vulkan
USB Type-C
OpenGL
TFLOPSBetter
Power consumptionBetter
Release date
Architecture
Interface
Power connector
Thickness
Max monitors
Max resolution
Compute API
Launch priceBetter
Shader units / coresBetter
Memory type
Power consumptionBetter
Process node
Recommended PSUBetter
LengthBetter
Die sizeBetter
Memory cache
Clock speedBetter
Base clockBetter
Boost clockBetter
VRAMBetter
Memory frequencyBetter
Memory busBetter
Memory bandwidthBetter
Transistor countBetter
Upscaling
DisplayPort

Gaming FPS

Available results are shown separately; missing data is not treated as zero.

The Gaming FPS section compares GT 630 and HD 6990 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.

GT 630HD 6990
Verified externalEstimatedSources ↗
Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

1080p High
154 FPS
169 FPS
1080p Ultra
108 FPS
116 FPS
1440p Ultra
58 FPS
63 FPS
4K Ultra
21 FPS
23 FPS
Game1080p High1080p Ultra1440p Ultra4K Ultra
Counter-Strike 2GT 630154 FPSHD 6990169 FPSGT 630108 FPSHD 6990116 FPSGT 63058 FPSHD 699063 FPSGT 63021 FPSHD 699023 FPS
Cyberpunk 2077GT 630100 FPSHD 6990109 FPSGT 63086 FPSHD 699091 FPSGT 63042 FPSHD 699046 FPSGT 63014 FPSHD 699016 FPS
Forza Horizon 5GT 630126 FPSHD 6990138 FPSGT 63081 FPSHD 699087 FPSGT 63053 FPSHD 699057 FPSGT 63031 FPSHD 699034 FPS
Hogwarts LegacyGT 63081 FPSHD 699089 FPSGT 63068 FPSHD 699073 FPSGT 63038 FPSHD 699041 FPSGT 63014 FPSHD 699016 FPS
Average FPSGT 630115 FPSHD 6990126 FPSGT 63086 FPSHD 699092 FPSGT 63048 FPSHD 699052 FPSGT 63020 FPSHD 699022 FPS

H2H workload indices

Comparable internal indices on a fixed 0–100 scale.

IndexGT 630HD 6990Difference
H2H Raster IndexH2H Index / 10031336%
H2H Compute IndexH2H Index / 100323612%
H2H Rendering IndexH2H Index / 100343914%
H2H Memory Workload IndexH2H Index / 100435626%
H2H Efficiency IndexH2H Index / 10010029110%

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.

IndexGT 630HD 6990Difference
H2H Image Generation IndexH2H Index / 100364318%
H2H ML Training IndexH2H Index / 100364215%
H2H Inference IndexH2H Index / 100343914%
H2H Local LLM IndexH2H Index / 100384517%
H2H Computer Vision IndexH2H Index / 100354013%

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

SpecificationsGT 630HD 6990
DirectX11.011.0
Vulkan1.2Not supported
OpenGL4.64.4
UpscalingNot supportedNot supported
Compute APIOpenCL 1.1, CUDA 2.1OpenCL 1.2

Architecture and release

SpecificationsGT 630HD 6990
ArchitectureFermiTeraScale 3
Process node40 nm40 nm
Release date20122011
Device classDesktopDesktop

GPU cores, die and clocks

SpecificationsGT 630HD 6990
Transistor count585 million2640 millionBetter
Die size116 mm²Better389 mm²
Shader units / cores961536Better
Base clock810 MHz830 MHzBetter
Boost clock810 MHz880 MHzBetter

Board size, power and compatibility

SpecificationsGT 630HD 6990
InterfacePCIe 2x16PCIe 2x16
Length145 mmBetter310 mm
ThicknessSingle-slotDual-slot
Recommended PSU250 WBetter750 W
Power connectorNone8+8 pin

Display outputs and limits

SpecificationsGT 630HD 6990
HDMIHDMI 1.3aBoard dependent
DisplayPortBoard dependentmini-DisplayPort 1.2
USB Type-CNoNo
Max monitors35
Max resolution2560 × 16004096 × 2160

Memory and compute throughput

SpecificationsGT 630HD 6990
VRAM1 GB DDR34 GB GDDR5Better
Memory typeDDR3GDDR5
Memory bus128 bit256x2 bitBetter
TFLOPS0.3112.55Better

Other comparisons

0

Reviews and questions

Explain this comparison

Beyond percentages: causes, relevant specifications, and practical impact behind every chart.

Device AGT 63052
Device BHD 699039
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 / 70

Specification record updated:

Benchmarks updated:

Price record updated:

Comparison reviewed:

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 (6)

Verified community results

No verified community benchmarks yet.

Reviewed by

No individual editorial review is recorded for this comparison.

Comparison history

Show recorded changes (4)
  1. · Record updated: products
  2. · Record updated: products
  3. · Record updated: products
  4. · Record updated: products

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.

Report incorrect data

Owner experiences

Real builds, results, and community feedback.

Moderator reviewedHelpful to the communityExpert badges

Frequently asked comparison questions

Short recommendations based on performance, memory, power consumption, and intended use.

01Which is better for gaming: GT 630 or HD 6990?

GT 630 has the higher overall gaming score, while GT 630 offers the better price-to-performance ratio. The final choice depends on resolution and settings.

02Which is better for streaming?

GT 630 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?

GT 630 is generally the better option for Blender and GPU rendering. Rendering-engine support and available VRAM also matter.

04Which is better for video editing?

GT 630 offers more overall performance, while GT 630 offers more memory headroom. Codecs, hardware encoders, and editor optimization can change the result.

05Which is better for neural networks and AI?

GT 630 is the more practical option for local AI workloads. VRAM capacity, compute libraries, and framework compatibility are especially important.

06Which is better for 1080p?

GT 630 is the most rational 1080p choice, where high frame rates and cost per frame matter most.

07Which is better for 1440p?

GT 630 leads in combined 1440p performance. GT 630 can be preferable for heavy textures and games with high VRAM usage.

08Which is better for 4K?

GT 630 is preferable for 4K, where total performance, memory bandwidth, and VRAM capacity have the greatest impact.

09Which is better for a quiet PC?

GT 630 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?

GT 630 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 GT 630 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.