Radeon HD 7790 vs Titan RTX

Full comparison of specs, performance and benchmarks

Aggregate performance score

We've compared HD 7790 and Titan RTX across specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Titan RTX outperforms HD 7790 by ~63% on the catalog index; this is not a measured FPS gain.+63%

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

Equal catalog scores

The score difference is not a measured FPS improvement.

Reasons to consider HD 7790

  • Lower stated power consumption
  • Lower recorded market price
  • Higher catalog value index
  • Recorded feature support: OpenCL 2.1 · Not supported

Reasons to consider Titan RTX

  • Higher catalog performance index
  • More graphics memory
  • Recorded feature support: OpenCL 3.0, CUDA 7.5 · NVIDIA Image Scaling (NIS)
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
3252
Efficiency
10062
Price / performance
10064
Memory capacity
56100
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 154–159of 321
HD 7790not in TOP100position in the GPU ranking
Titan RTXnot in TOP100position in the GPU ranking

Which should you choose?

Two practical conclusions based on community votes and gaming value.

COMMUNITY CHOICE

Titan RTX

141 likes

Head to Head visitors currently choose this model more often.

BEST PRICE / PERFORMANCE

Radeon HD 7790

Price $48.00

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

Overview

Scores are calculated from specifications, performance, and efficiency.

CategoryHD 7790Titan RTX
GamesDirectX, OpenCL, and Vulkan performance
32
52Better
Professional applications3D modeling, video editing, and rendering
29
44Better
AI and machine learningMachine-learning and AI capabilities
27
41Better
Power efficiencyPower consumption across workloads
100Better
62
Head to Head scoreOverall catalog score
52
52

Specifications

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

SpecificationHD 7790Titan RTX
DisplayPort
HDMI
Device class
Max monitors
Max resolution
USB Type-C
DirectX
Vulkan
OpenGL
TFLOPSBetter
Power consumptionBetter
Memory type
Power connector
Release date
Architecture
Thickness
Compute API
Launch priceBetter
Shader units / coresBetter
Clock speedBetter
Base clockBetter
Boost clockBetter
VRAMBetter
Memory frequencyBetter
Memory busBetter
Memory bandwidthBetter
Interface
Power consumptionBetter
Process nodeBetter
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 HD 7790 and Titan RTX 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.

HD 7790Titan RTX
Verified externalEstimatedSources ↗
Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

1080p High
161 FPS
216 FPS
1080p Ultra
111 FPS
152 FPS
1440p Ultra
61 FPS
118 FPS
4K Ultra
22 FPS
59 FPS
Game1080p High1080p Ultra1440p Ultra4K Ultra
Counter-Strike 2HD 7790161 FPSTitan RTX216 FPSHD 7790111 FPSTitan RTX152 FPSHD 779061 FPSTitan RTX118 FPSHD 779022 FPSTitan RTX59 FPS
Cyberpunk 2077HD 7790104 FPSTitan RTX139 FPSHD 779088 FPSTitan RTX120 FPSHD 779044 FPSTitan RTX86 FPSHD 779014 FPSTitan RTX39 FPS
Forza Horizon 5HD 7790131 FPSTitan RTX176 FPSHD 779084 FPSTitan RTX114 FPSHD 779055 FPSTitan RTX106 FPSHD 779032 FPSTitan RTX86 FPS
Hogwarts LegacyHD 779085 FPSTitan RTX114 FPSHD 779070 FPSTitan RTX95 FPSHD 779040 FPSTitan RTX77 FPSHD 779015 FPSTitan RTX40 FPS
Average FPSHD 7790120 FPSTitan RTX161 FPSHD 779088 FPSTitan RTX120 FPSHD 779050 FPSTitan RTX97 FPSHD 779021 FPSTitan RTX56 FPS

H2H workload indices

Comparable internal indices on a fixed 0–100 scale.

IndexHD 7790Titan RTXDifference
H2H Raster IndexH2H Index / 100325248%
H2H Compute IndexH2H Index / 100366050%
H2H Rendering IndexH2H Index / 100396550%
H2H Memory Workload IndexH2H Index / 1005610056%
H2H Efficiency IndexH2H Index / 1001006247%

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.

IndexHD 7790Titan RTXDifference
H2H Image Generation IndexH2H Index / 100437453%
H2H ML Training IndexH2H Index / 100417154%
H2H Inference IndexH2H Index / 100396550%
H2H Local LLM IndexH2H Index / 100457854%
H2H Computer Vision IndexH2H Index / 100396651%

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

SpecificationsHD 7790Titan RTX
DirectX12.012.2
Vulkan1.21.4
OpenGL4.64.6
UpscalingNot supportedNVIDIA Image Scaling (NIS)
Compute APIOpenCL 2.1OpenCL 3.0, CUDA 7.5

Architecture and release

SpecificationsHD 7790Titan RTX
ArchitectureGCN 2.0Turing
Process node28 nm12 nmBetter
Release date20132018
Device classDesktopDesktop

GPU cores, die and clocks

SpecificationsHD 7790Titan RTX
Transistor count2080 million18600 millionBetter
Die size160 mm²Better754 mm²
Shader units / cores8964608Better
Base clock1000 MHz1350 MHzBetter
Boost clock1000 MHz1770 MHzBetter

Board size, power and compatibility

SpecificationsHD 7790Titan RTX
InterfacePCIe 3x16PCIe 3x16
Length183 mmBetter267 mm
ThicknessDual-slotDual-slot
Recommended PSU250 WBetter600 W
Power connector6 pin8+8 pin

Display outputs and limits

SpecificationsHD 7790Titan RTX
HDMIHDMI 1.4aHDMI 2.0
DisplayPortmini-DisplayPort 1.2DisplayPort 1.4a
USB Type-CNoYes
Max monitors45
Max resolution4096 × 21607680 × 4320

Memory and compute throughput

SpecificationsHD 7790Titan RTX
VRAM1 GB GDDR524 GB GDDR6Better
Memory typeGDDR5GDDR6
Memory bus128 bit384 bitBetter
TFLOPS1.79216.31Better

Other comparisons

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Reviews and questions

Explain this comparison

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

Device AHD 779052
Device BTitan RTX52
What AI will explain

Overall score, radar, FPS, synthetic tests, specifications, efficiency, and value.

Evidence details

Data coverage

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Verified synthetic results
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Games with verified results
0
Verified community results
0
Estimated / unverified results
32
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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.

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Verified community results

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Frequently asked comparison questions

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

01Which is better for gaming: HD 7790 or Titan RTX?

HD 7790 has the higher overall gaming score, while HD 7790 offers the better price-to-performance ratio. The final choice depends on resolution and settings.

02Which is better for streaming?

Titan RTX 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?

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

04Which is better for video editing?

HD 7790 offers more overall performance, while HD 7790 offers more memory headroom. Codecs, hardware encoders, and editor optimization can change the result.

05Which is better for neural networks and AI?

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

06Which is better for 1080p?

HD 7790 is the most rational 1080p choice, where high frame rates and cost per frame matter most.

07Which is better for 1440p?

HD 7790 leads in combined 1440p performance. HD 7790 can be preferable for heavy textures and games with high VRAM usage.

08Which is better for 4K?

HD 7790 is preferable for 4K, where total performance, memory bandwidth, and VRAM capacity have the greatest impact.

09Which is better for a quiet PC?

HD 7790 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?

HD 7790 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 HD 7790 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.