NVIDIA
GeForce GTX 950 vs Radeon HD 7850
Full comparison of specs, performance and benchmarks
AMD
HD 7850
Aggregate performance score
We've compared GTX 950 and HD 7850 across specs and all relevant benchmarks.
↗HD 7850 outperforms GTX 950 by ~3% on the catalog index; this is not a measured FPS gain.+3%
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 950 (~4%)
The score difference is not a measured FPS improvement.
Reasons to consider GTX 950
- Lower stated power consumption
- Recorded feature support: OpenCL 3.0, CUDA 5.2 · Not supported
Reasons to consider HD 7850
- Higher catalog performance index
- 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
3233
10085
100100
5656
Graphics card ranking
Positions 147–152of 321
Which should you choose?
Two practical conclusions based on community votes and gaming value.
GeForce GTX 950
168 likesHead to Head visitors currently choose this model more often.
Radeon HD 7850
Price $34.00Based on catalog performance per unit of current market price, not measured FPS.
Overview
Scores are calculated from specifications, performance, and efficiency.
GamesDirectX, OpenCL, and Vulkan performance
32
33Better
Professional applications3D modeling, video editing, and rendering
29
30Better
AI and machine learningMachine-learning and AI capabilities
27
28Better
Power efficiencyPower consumption across workloads
100Better
85
Head to Head scoreOverall catalog score
52Better
50
Specifications
The better numeric value is highlighted in green, taking the metric direction into account.
Vulkan
OpenGL
Max monitors
Max resolution
TFLOPSBetter
Power consumptionBetter
Thickness
Memory type
Power connector
Clock speedBetter
Base clockBetter
Boost clockBetter
VRAM
DisplayPort
HDMI
Device class
USB Type-C
DirectX
Memory frequencyBetter
Memory busBetter
Memory bandwidthBetter
Interface
Power consumptionBetter
Process node
Release date
ArchitectureBetter
Compute API
Launch priceBetter
Shader units / coresBetter
Recommended PSUBetter
LengthBetter
Die sizeBetter
Memory cache
Transistor countBetter
Upscaling
Gaming FPS
Available results are shown separately; missing data is not treated as zero.
The Gaming FPS section compares GTX 950 and HD 7850 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 950HD 7850
Verified externalEstimatedSources ↗
Counter-Strike 2
1080p High
162 FPS
168 FPS
1080p Ultra
112 FPS
115 FPS
1440p Ultra
62 FPS
63 FPS
4K Ultra
22 FPS
23 FPS
Counter-Strike 2GTX 950162 FPSHD 7850168 FPSGTX 950112 FPSHD 7850115 FPSGTX 95062 FPSHD 785063 FPSGTX 95022 FPSHD 785023 FPS
Cyberpunk 2077GTX 950105 FPSHD 7850108 FPSGTX 95089 FPSHD 785091 FPSGTX 95045 FPSHD 785046 FPSGTX 95015 FPSHD 785016 FPS
Forza Horizon 5GTX 950132 FPSHD 7850137 FPSGTX 95084 FPSHD 785086 FPSGTX 95056 FPSHD 785057 FPSGTX 95032 FPSHD 785034 FPS
Hogwarts LegacyGTX 95085 FPSHD 785089 FPSGTX 95070 FPSHD 785072 FPSGTX 95040 FPSHD 785041 FPSGTX 95015 FPSHD 785016 FPS
H2H workload indices
Comparable internal indices on a fixed 0–100 scale.
H2H Raster IndexH2H Index / 10032333%
H2H Compute IndexH2H Index / 10037363%
H2H Rendering IndexH2H Index / 10039390%
H2H Memory Workload IndexH2H Index / 10056560%
H2H Efficiency IndexH2H Index / 1001008516%
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 / 10043430%
H2H ML Training IndexH2H Index / 10041422%
H2H Inference IndexH2H Index / 10039390%
H2H Local LLM IndexH2H Index / 10045450%
H2H Computer Vision IndexH2H Index / 10039403%
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
DirectX12.111.1
Vulkan1.41.2
OpenGL4.64.6
UpscalingNot supportedNot supported
Compute APIOpenCL 3.0, CUDA 5.2OpenCL 1.2
Architecture and release
ArchitectureMaxwell 2.0BetterGCN 1.0
Process node28 nm28 nm
Release date20152012
Device classDesktopDesktop
GPU cores, die and clocks
Transistor count2940 millionBetter2800 million
Die size228 mm²212 mm²Better
Shader units / cores7681024Better
Base clock1024 MHzBetter860 MHz
Boost clock1188 MHzBetter860 MHz
Board size, power and compatibility
InterfacePCIe 3x16PCIe 3x16
Length202 mmBetter210 mm
ThicknessDual-slotDual-slot
Recommended PSU250 WBetter300 W
Power connector6 pin6 pin
Display outputs and limits
HDMIHDMI 2.0HDMI 1.4a
DisplayPortDisplayPort 1.2mini-DisplayPort 1.2
USB Type-CNoNo
Max monitors54
Max resolution7680 × 43204096 × 2160
Memory and compute throughput
VRAM2 GB GDDR52 GB GDDR5
Memory typeGDDR5GDDR5
Memory bus128 bit256 bitBetter
TFLOPS1.825Better1.761
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 (6)
Verified community results
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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 950 or HD 7850?+
GTX 950 has the higher overall gaming score, while GTX 950 offers the better price-to-performance ratio. The final choice depends on resolution and settings.
02Which is better for streaming?+
GTX 950 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 950 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 950 offers more overall performance, while GTX 950 offers more memory headroom. Codecs, hardware encoders, and editor optimization can change the result.
05Which is better for neural networks and AI?+
GTX 950 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 950 is the most rational 1080p choice, where high frame rates and cost per frame matter most.
07Which is better for 1440p?+
GTX 950 leads in combined 1440p performance. GTX 950 can be preferable for heavy textures and games with high VRAM usage.
08Which is better for 4K?+
GTX 950 is preferable for 4K, where total performance, memory bandwidth, and VRAM capacity have the greatest impact.
09Which is better for a quiet PC?+
GTX 950 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 950 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 950 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.