NVIDIA
GeForce GTX 690 vs Mobility Radeon 9550
Full comparison of specs, performance and benchmarks
ATI
Mobility Radeon 9550
Aggregate performance score
We've compared GTX 690 and Mobility Radeon 9550 across specs and all relevant benchmarks.
↗GTX 690 outperforms Mobility Radeon 9550 by ~21% on the catalog index; this is not a measured FPS gain.+21%
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 690 (~28%)
The score difference is not a measured FPS improvement.
Reasons to consider GTX 690
- Higher catalog performance index
- More graphics memory
- Higher catalog value index
- Recorded feature support: OpenCL 3.0, CUDA 3.0 · Not supported
Reasons to consider Mobility Radeon 9550
- Recorded feature support: Not supported · Not supported
Catalog metrics radar
Axes with missing data are hidden; every value uses a fixed scale.
NVIDIA
ATIPerformance
Price / performance
Memory capacity
3428
10064
562
Graphics card ranking
Positions 296–301of 321
Which should you choose?
Two practical conclusions based on community votes and gaming value.
GeForce GTX 690
139 likesHead to Head visitors currently choose this model more often.
Overview
Scores are calculated from specifications, performance, and efficiency.
GamesDirectX, OpenCL, and Vulkan performance
34Better
28
Professional applications3D modeling, video editing, and rendering
31Better
27
AI and machine learningMachine-learning and AI capabilities
28Better
24
Power efficiencyPower consumption across workloads
38Better
25
Head to Head scoreOverall catalog score
41Better
32
Specifications
The better numeric value is highlighted in green, taking the metric direction into account.
DisplayPort
Device class
Max monitors
Max resolution
USB Type-C
DirectX
Vulkan
OpenGL
TFLOPS
Power consumption—
Memory type
Clock speedBetter
Base clockBetter
Boost clockBetter
VRAMBetter
Power connector
Release date
Architecture
Memory frequencyBetter
Memory busBetter
Memory bandwidthBetter
Interface
Power consumption—
Process nodeBetter
Recommended PSU
Length
Thickness
Compute API
Launch price—
Shader units / cores
Die sizeBetter
Memory cache
Transistor countBetter
HDMI
Upscaling
Gaming FPS
Available results are shown separately; missing data is not treated as zero.
The Gaming FPS section compares GTX 690 and Mobility Radeon 9550 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 690Mobility Radeon 9550
Verified externalEstimatedSources ↗
Counter-Strike 2
1080p High
177 FPS
143 FPS
1080p Ultra
121 FPS
100 FPS
1440p Ultra
66 FPS
54 FPS
4K Ultra
24 FPS
19 FPS
Counter-Strike 2GTX 690177 FPSMobility Radeon 9550143 FPSGTX 690121 FPSMobility Radeon 9550100 FPSGTX 69066 FPSMobility Radeon 955054 FPSGTX 69024 FPSMobility Radeon 955019 FPS
Cyberpunk 2077GTX 690114 FPSMobility Radeon 955092 FPSGTX 69096 FPSMobility Radeon 955079 FPSGTX 69048 FPSMobility Radeon 955039 FPSGTX 69016 FPSMobility Radeon 955013 FPS
Forza Horizon 5GTX 690144 FPSMobility Radeon 9550116 FPSGTX 69091 FPSMobility Radeon 955075 FPSGTX 69060 FPSMobility Radeon 955048 FPSGTX 69035 FPSMobility Radeon 955029 FPS
Hogwarts LegacyGTX 69093 FPSMobility Radeon 955075 FPSGTX 69076 FPSMobility Radeon 955063 FPSGTX 69043 FPSMobility Radeon 955035 FPSGTX 69016 FPSMobility Radeon 955013 FPS
H2H workload indices
Comparable internal indices on a fixed 0–100 scale.
H2H Raster IndexH2H Index / 100342819%
H2H Compute IndexH2H Index / 100372155%
H2H Rendering IndexH2H Index / 100402162%
H2H Memory Workload IndexH2H Index / 100562186%
H2H Efficiency IndexH2H Index / 100380200%
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 / 100441693%
H2H ML Training IndexH2H Index / 100431882%
H2H Inference IndexH2H Index / 100402162%
H2H Local LLM IndexH2H Index / 1004614107%
H2H Computer Vision IndexH2H Index / 100402067%
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
DirectX11.09.0
Vulkan1.2Not supported
OpenGL4.62.0
UpscalingNot supportedNot supported
Compute APIOpenCL 3.0, CUDA 3.0Not supported
Architecture and release
ArchitectureKeplerRadeon R300/R400
Process node28 nmBetter130 nm
Release date20122004
Device classDesktopMobile
GPU cores, die and clocks
Transistor count3540 millionBetter76 million
Die size294 mm²92 mm²Better
Shader units / cores1536Not publicly specified
Base clock915 MHzBetter250 MHz
Boost clock1019 MHzBetter250 MHz
Board size, power and compatibility
InterfacePCIe 3x16AGP 4x
Length279 mmOEM dependent
ThicknessDual-slotOEM dependent
Recommended PSU700 WOEM dependent
Power connector8+8 pinIntegrated laptop power
Display outputs and limits
HDMIBoard dependentOEM dependent
DisplayPortmini-DisplayPort 1.2OEM dependent
USB Type-CNoOEM dependent
Max monitors4OEM dependent
Max resolution4096 × 2160OEM dependent
Memory and compute throughput
VRAM4 GB GDDR5Better0.064 GB DDR
Memory typeGDDR5DDR / DDR2
Memory bus256x2 bitBetter64 bit
TFLOPS3.13Not published (legacy architecture)
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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 / 67
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 (4)
Verified community results
No verified community benchmarks yet.
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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.
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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 690 or Mobility Radeon 9550?+
GTX 690 has the higher overall gaming score, while GTX 690 offers the better price-to-performance ratio. The final choice depends on resolution and settings.
02Which is better for streaming?+
GTX 690 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 690 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 690 offers more overall performance, while GTX 690 offers more memory headroom. Codecs, hardware encoders, and editor optimization can change the result.
05Which is better for neural networks and AI?+
GTX 690 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 690 is the most rational 1080p choice, where high frame rates and cost per frame matter most.
07Which is better for 1440p?+
GTX 690 leads in combined 1440p performance. GTX 690 can be preferable for heavy textures and games with high VRAM usage.
08Which is better for 4K?+
GTX 690 is preferable for 4K, where total performance, memory bandwidth, and VRAM capacity have the greatest impact.
09Which is better for a quiet PC?+
GTX 690 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 690 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 690 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.