Radeon HD 7990 vs Intel Arc 140V

Full comparison of specs, performance and benchmarks

Aggregate performance score

We've compared HD 7990 and Intel Arc 140V across specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Intel Arc 140V outperforms HD 7990 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 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: Radeon HD 7990 (~8%)

The score difference is not a measured FPS improvement.

Reasons to consider HD 7990

  • Higher catalog value index
  • Recorded feature support: OpenCL 1.2 · Not supported

Reasons to consider Intel Arc 140V

  • Higher catalog performance index
  • Recorded feature support: OpenCL 3.0 · XeSS
Low confidence

Catalog metrics radar

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

H2H
Performance
Price / performance
Performance
3738
Price / performance
10065
Missing values are never replaced with zero or an average.Model: H2H 2026.07 fixed scale.

Graphics card ranking

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The ranking is recalculated automatically from catalog data.

Positions 314–319of 321
HD 7990not in TOP100position in the GPU ranking
Intel Arc 140Vnot in TOP100position in the GPU ranking

Which should you choose?

Two practical conclusions based on community votes and gaming value.

COMMUNITY CHOICE

Radeon HD 7990

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Head to Head visitors currently choose this model more often.

Overview

Scores are calculated from specifications, performance, and efficiency.

CategoryHD 7990Intel Arc 140V
GamesDirectX, OpenCL, and Vulkan performance
37
38Better
Professional applications3D modeling, video editing, and rendering
33
34Better
AI and machine learningMachine-learning and AI capabilities
31
31
Power efficiencyPower consumption across workloads
33
33
Head to Head scoreOverall catalog score
43Better
40

Specifications

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

SpecificationHD 7990Intel Arc 140V
DisplayPort
Device class
DirectX
Vulkan
OpenGL
TFLOPS
Power consumption
Memory type
HDMI
Max monitors
Max resolution
USB Type-C
Power connector
Release date
ArchitectureBetter
Thickness
Compute API
Launch price
Clock speed
Base clock
Boost clock
VRAM
Memory frequency
Memory bus
Memory bandwidth
Interface
Power consumption
Process node
Recommended PSU
Length
Die size
Transistor count
Shader units / cores
Memory cache
Upscaling

Gaming FPS

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

The Gaming FPS section compares HD 7990 and Intel Arc 140V 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 7990Intel Arc 140V
Verified externalEstimatedSources ↗
Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

1080p High
180 FPS
157 FPS
1080p Ultra
127 FPS
111 FPS
1440p Ultra
83 FPS
86 FPS
4K Ultra
26 FPS
43 FPS
Game1080p High1080p Ultra1440p Ultra4K Ultra
Counter-Strike 2HD 7990180 FPSIntel Arc 140V157 FPSHD 7990127 FPSIntel Arc 140V111 FPSHD 799083 FPSIntel Arc 140V86 FPSHD 799026 FPSIntel Arc 140V43 FPS
Cyberpunk 2077HD 7990116 FPSIntel Arc 140V102 FPSHD 7990100 FPSIntel Arc 140V88 FPSHD 799060 FPSIntel Arc 140V62 FPSHD 799018 FPSIntel Arc 140V29 FPS
Forza Horizon 5HD 7990147 FPSIntel Arc 140V128 FPSHD 799095 FPSIntel Arc 140V83 FPSHD 799075 FPSIntel Arc 140V77 FPSHD 799039 FPSIntel Arc 140V63 FPS
Hogwarts LegacyHD 799095 FPSIntel Arc 140V83 FPSHD 799079 FPSIntel Arc 140V69 FPSHD 799054 FPSIntel Arc 140V56 FPSHD 799018 FPSIntel Arc 140V29 FPS
Average FPSHD 7990135 FPSIntel Arc 140V118 FPSHD 7990100 FPSIntel Arc 140V88 FPSHD 799068 FPSIntel Arc 140V70 FPSHD 799025 FPSIntel Arc 140V41 FPS

H2H workload indices

Comparable internal indices on a fixed 0–100 scale.

IndexHD 7990Intel Arc 140VDifference
H2H Raster IndexH2H Index / 10037383%
H2H Compute IndexH2H Index / 10040385%
H2H Rendering IndexH2H Index / 100443815%
H2H Memory Workload IndexH2H Index / 100600200%
H2H Efficiency IndexH2H Index / 100330200%

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 7990Intel Arc 140VDifference
H2H Image Generation IndexH2H Index / 100483823%
H2H ML Training IndexH2H Index / 100463819%
H2H Inference IndexH2H Index / 100443815%
H2H Local LLM IndexH2H Index / 100503827%
H2H Computer Vision IndexH2H Index / 100443815%

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 7990Intel Arc 140V
DirectX11.112.2
Vulkan1.21.4
OpenGL4.64.6
UpscalingNot supportedXeSS
Compute APIOpenCL 1.2OpenCL 3.0

Architecture and release

SpecificationsHD 7990Intel Arc 140V
ArchitectureGCN 1.0Xe2 LPGBetter
Process node28 nm
Release date20132024
Device classDesktopMobile

GPU cores, die and clocks

SpecificationsHD 7990Intel Arc 140V
Transistor count4313 millionNot publicly specified
Die size365 mm²Not publicly specified
Shader units / cores2048Not publicly specified
Base clock950 MHzOEM/TGP dependent
Boost clock1000 MHzOEM/TGP dependent

Board size, power and compatibility

SpecificationsHD 7990Intel Arc 140V
InterfacePCIe 3x16OEM platform dependent
Length304 mmOEM dependent
ThicknessDual-slotOEM dependent
Recommended PSU750 WOEM dependent
Power connector8+8 pinIntegrated laptop power

Display outputs and limits

SpecificationsHD 7990Intel Arc 140V
HDMIBoard dependentOEM dependent
DisplayPortmini-DisplayPort 1.2OEM dependent
USB Type-CNoOEM dependent
Max monitors5OEM dependent
Max resolution4096 × 2160OEM dependent

Memory and compute throughput

SpecificationsHD 7990Intel Arc 140V
VRAM6 GB GDDR5OEM configuration dependent
Memory typeGDDR5Shared LPDDR5X
Memory bus384x2 bitOEM configuration dependent
TFLOPS4.096OEM/TGP dependent

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Device AHD 799043
Device BIntel Arc 140V40
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Games with verified results
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Verified community results
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Estimated / unverified results
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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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Frequently asked comparison questions

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

01Which is better for gaming: HD 7990 or Intel Arc 140V?

HD 7990 has the higher overall gaming score, while HD 7990 offers the better price-to-performance ratio. The final choice depends on resolution and settings.

02Which is better for streaming?

HD 7990 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?

HD 7990 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 7990 offers more overall performance, while HD 7990 offers more memory headroom. Codecs, hardware encoders, and editor optimization can change the result.

05Which is better for neural networks and AI?

HD 7990 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 7990 is the most rational 1080p choice, where high frame rates and cost per frame matter most.

07Which is better for 1440p?

HD 7990 leads in combined 1440p performance. HD 7990 can be preferable for heavy textures and games with high VRAM usage.

08Which is better for 4K?

HD 7990 is preferable for 4K, where total performance, memory bandwidth, and VRAM capacity have the greatest impact.

09Which is better for a quiet PC?

HD 7990 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 7990 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 7990 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.