NVIDIA
GeForce GTX 280 vs Radeon HD 6990
Full comparison of specs, performance and benchmarks
AMD
HD 6990
Aggregate performance score
We've compared GTX 280 and HD 6990 across specs and all relevant benchmarks.
↗HD 6990 outperforms GTX 280 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 confidenceSpecifications: Field verification not recordedVerified gaming results: 0Estimated / unverified results: 32Price record updated: Sep 6, 2026
Limited verified data
H2HBench Verdict
Higher catalog score: GeForce GTX 280 (~5%)
The score difference is not a measured FPS improvement.
Reasons to consider GTX 280
- Lower stated power consumption
- Lower recorded market price
- Recorded feature support: OpenCL 1.1, CUDA 1.3 · Not supported
Reasons to consider HD 6990
- Higher catalog performance index
- 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
3133
4429
100100
4356
Graphics card ranking
Positions 300–305of 321
Which should you choose?
Two practical conclusions based on community votes and gaming value.
GeForce GTX 280
141 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
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
44Better
29
Head to Head scoreOverall catalog score
41Better
39
Specifications
The better numeric value is highlighted in green, taking the metric direction into account.
Device class
USB Type-C
DirectX
Max monitors
Max resolution
OpenGL
TFLOPSBetter
Power consumptionBetter
ArchitectureBetter
Memory type
Clock speedBetter
Base clockBetter
Boost clockBetter
VRAMBetter
Power connector
Release date
Thickness
Memory frequencyBetter
Memory busBetter
Memory bandwidthBetter
Interface
Power consumptionBetter
Process nodeBetter
Recommended PSUBetter
LengthBetter
Compute API
Launch priceBetter
Shader units / coresBetter
Die sizeBetter
Memory cacheBetter
Transistor countBetter
Vulkan
DisplayPort
Upscaling
HDMI
Gaming FPS
Available results are shown separately; missing data is not treated as zero.
The Gaming FPS section compares GTX 280 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.
GTX 280HD 6990
Verified externalEstimatedSources ↗
Counter-Strike 2
1080p High
152 FPS
169 FPS
1080p Ultra
107 FPS
116 FPS
1440p Ultra
60 FPS
63 FPS
4K Ultra
23 FPS
23 FPS
Counter-Strike 2GTX 280152 FPSHD 6990169 FPSGTX 280107 FPSHD 6990116 FPSGTX 28060 FPSHD 699063 FPSGTX 28023 FPSHD 699023 FPS
Cyberpunk 2077GTX 28098 FPSHD 6990109 FPSGTX 28085 FPSHD 699091 FPSGTX 28043 FPSHD 699046 FPSGTX 28015 FPSHD 699016 FPS
Forza Horizon 5GTX 280124 FPSHD 6990138 FPSGTX 28080 FPSHD 699087 FPSGTX 28054 FPSHD 699057 FPSGTX 28033 FPSHD 699034 FPS
Hogwarts LegacyGTX 28080 FPSHD 699089 FPSGTX 28067 FPSHD 699073 FPSGTX 28039 FPSHD 699041 FPSGTX 28015 FPSHD 699016 FPS
H2H workload indices
Comparable internal indices on a fixed 0–100 scale.
H2H Raster IndexH2H Index / 10031336%
H2H Compute IndexH2H Index / 100313615%
H2H Rendering IndexH2H Index / 100343914%
H2H Memory Workload IndexH2H Index / 100435626%
H2H Efficiency IndexH2H Index / 100442941%
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 / 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
DirectX10.011.0
VulkanNot supportedNot supported
OpenGL3.34.4
UpscalingNot supportedNot supported
Compute APIOpenCL 1.1, CUDA 1.3OpenCL 1.2
Architecture and release
ArchitectureTesla 2.0TeraScale 3Better
Process node65 nm40 nmBetter
Release date20082011
Device classDesktopDesktop
GPU cores, die and clocks
Transistor count1400 million2640 millionBetter
Die size576 mm²389 mm²Better
Shader units / cores2401536Better
Base clock602 MHz830 MHzBetter
Boost clock602 MHz880 MHzBetter
Board size, power and compatibility
InterfacePCIe 2x16PCIe 2x16
Length267 mmBetter310 mm
ThicknessDual-slotDual-slot
Recommended PSU550 WBetter750 W
Power connector6+8 pin8+8 pin
Display outputs and limits
HDMIBoard dependentBoard dependent
DisplayPortBoard dependentmini-DisplayPort 1.2
USB Type-CNoNo
Max monitors35
Max resolution2560 × 16004096 × 2160
Memory and compute throughput
VRAM1 GB GDDR34 GB GDDR5Better
Memory typeGDDR3GDDR5
Memory bus512 bitBetter256x2 bit
TFLOPS0.6222.55Better
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 / 70
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 (5)
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: GTX 280 or HD 6990?+
GTX 280 has the higher overall gaming score, while GTX 280 offers the better price-to-performance ratio. The final choice depends on resolution and settings.
02Which is better for streaming?+
GTX 280 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?+
GTX 280 is generally the better option for Blender and GPU rendering. Rendering-engine support and available VRAM also matter.
04Which is better for video editing?+
GTX 280 offers more overall performance, while GTX 280 offers more memory headroom. Codecs, hardware encoders, and editor optimization can change the result.
05Which is better for neural networks and AI?+
GTX 280 is the more practical option for local AI workloads. VRAM capacity, compute libraries, and framework compatibility are especially important.
06Which is better for 1080p?+
GTX 280 is the most rational 1080p choice, where high frame rates and cost per frame matter most.
07Which is better for 1440p?+
GTX 280 leads in combined 1440p performance. GTX 280 can be preferable for heavy textures and games with high VRAM usage.
08Which is better for 4K?+
GTX 280 is preferable for 4K, where total performance, memory bandwidth, and VRAM capacity have the greatest impact.
09Which is better for a quiet PC?+
GTX 280 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?+
GTX 280 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 GTX 280 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.