AMD
Radeon HD 7990 vs Mobility Radeon 9600
Full comparison of specs, performance and benchmarks
ATI
Mobility Radeon 9600
Aggregate performance score
We've compared HD 7990 and Mobility Radeon 9600 across specs and all relevant benchmarks.
↗HD 7990 outperforms Mobility Radeon 9600 by ~32% on the catalog index; this is not a measured FPS gain.+32%
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: Radeon HD 7990 (~34%)
The score difference is not a measured FPS improvement.
Reasons to consider HD 7990
- Higher catalog performance index
- More graphics memory
- Higher catalog value index
- Recorded feature support: OpenCL 1.2 · Not supported
Reasons to consider Mobility Radeon 9600
- Recorded feature support: Not supported · Not supported
Catalog metrics radar
Axes with missing data are hidden; every value uses a fixed scale.
AMDPerformance
Price / performance
Memory capacity
3728
10064
604
Graphics card ranking
Positions 314–319of 321
Which should you choose?
Two practical conclusions based on community votes and gaming value.
Radeon HD 7990
118 likesHead to Head visitors currently choose this model more often.
Overview
Scores are calculated from specifications, performance, and efficiency.
GamesDirectX, OpenCL, and Vulkan performance
37Better
28
Professional applications3D modeling, video editing, and rendering
33Better
27
AI and machine learningMachine-learning and AI capabilities
31Better
24
Power efficiencyPower consumption across workloads
33Better
25
Head to Head scoreOverall catalog score
43Better
32
Specifications
The better numeric value is highlighted in green, taking the metric direction into account.
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 speedBetter
Base clockBetter
Boost clockBetter
VRAMBetter
Memory frequencyBetter
Memory busBetter
Memory bandwidthBetter
Interface
Power consumption—
Process nodeBetter
Recommended PSU
Length
Die sizeBetter
Transistor countBetter
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 Mobility Radeon 9600 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 7990Mobility Radeon 9600
Verified externalEstimatedSources ↗
Counter-Strike 2
1080p High
180 FPS
143 FPS
1080p Ultra
127 FPS
101 FPS
1440p Ultra
83 FPS
54 FPS
4K Ultra
26 FPS
19 FPS
Counter-Strike 2HD 7990180 FPSMobility Radeon 9600143 FPSHD 7990127 FPSMobility Radeon 9600101 FPSHD 799083 FPSMobility Radeon 960054 FPSHD 799026 FPSMobility Radeon 960019 FPS
Cyberpunk 2077HD 7990116 FPSMobility Radeon 960092 FPSHD 7990100 FPSMobility Radeon 960080 FPSHD 799060 FPSMobility Radeon 960039 FPSHD 799018 FPSMobility Radeon 960013 FPS
Forza Horizon 5HD 7990147 FPSMobility Radeon 9600117 FPSHD 799095 FPSMobility Radeon 960075 FPSHD 799075 FPSMobility Radeon 960049 FPSHD 799039 FPSMobility Radeon 960029 FPS
Hogwarts LegacyHD 799095 FPSMobility Radeon 960075 FPSHD 799079 FPSMobility Radeon 960063 FPSHD 799054 FPSMobility Radeon 960035 FPSHD 799018 FPSMobility Radeon 960013 FPS
H2H workload indices
Comparable internal indices on a fixed 0–100 scale.
H2H Raster IndexH2H Index / 100372828%
H2H Compute IndexH2H Index / 100402258%
H2H Rendering IndexH2H Index / 100442171%
H2H Memory Workload IndexH2H Index / 100604175%
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.
H2H Image Generation IndexH2H Index / 100481795%
H2H ML Training IndexH2H Index / 100461888%
H2H Inference IndexH2H Index / 100442171%
H2H Local LLM IndexH2H Index / 1005015108%
H2H Computer Vision IndexH2H Index / 100442171%
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
DirectX11.19.0
Vulkan1.2Not supported
OpenGL4.62.0
UpscalingNot supportedNot supported
Compute APIOpenCL 1.2Not supported
Architecture and release
ArchitectureGCN 1.0Radeon R300/R400Better
Process node28 nmBetter130 nm
Release date20132004
Device classDesktopMobile
GPU cores, die and clocks
Transistor count4313 millionBetter76 million
Die size365 mm²92 mm²Better
Shader units / cores2048Not publicly specified
Base clock950 MHzBetter300 MHz
Boost clock1000 MHzBetter300 MHz
Board size, power and compatibility
InterfacePCIe 3x16AGP 8x
Length304 mmOEM dependent
ThicknessDual-slotOEM dependent
Recommended PSU750 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 monitors5OEM dependent
Max resolution4096 × 2160OEM dependent
Memory and compute throughput
VRAM6 GB GDDR5Better0.128 GB DDR
Memory typeGDDR5DDR / DDR2
Memory bus384x2 bitBetter64 bit
TFLOPS4.096Not published (legacy architecture)
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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 (3)
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: HD 7990 or Mobility Radeon 9600?+
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.