NVIDIA
GeForce RTX 2080 Ti vs Radeon HD 7990
Full comparison of specs, performance and benchmarks
AMD
HD 7990
Aggregate performance score
We've compared RTX 2080 Ti and HD 7990 across specs and all relevant benchmarks.
↗RTX 2080 Ti outperforms HD 7990 by ~38% on the catalog index; this is not a measured FPS gain.+38%
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 RTX 2080 Ti (~37%)
The score difference is not a measured FPS improvement.
Reasons to consider RTX 2080 Ti
- Higher catalog performance index
- More graphics memory
- Lower stated power consumption
- Recorded feature support: OpenCL 3.0, CUDA 7.5 · DLSS 2
Reasons to consider HD 7990
- Lower recorded market price
- 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
5137
6833
100100
7760
Graphics card ranking
Positions 64–69of 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
51Better
37
Professional applications3D modeling, video editing, and rendering
43Better
33
AI and machine learningMachine-learning and AI capabilities
41Better
31
Power efficiencyPower consumption across workloads
68Better
33
Head to Head scoreOverall catalog score
59Better
43
Specifications
The better numeric value is highlighted in green, taking the metric direction into account.
DisplayPort
HDMI
Device class
Upscaling
Max monitors
Max resolution
USB Type-C
Boost clockBetter
VRAMBetter
Memory frequencyBetter
Memory busBetter
Memory bandwidthBetter
Interface
Power consumptionBetter
Process nodeBetter
Recommended PSUBetter
LengthBetter
Die sizeBetter
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
Memory cache
Transistor countBetter
Gaming FPS
Available results are shown separately; missing data is not treated as zero.
The Gaming FPS section compares RTX 2080 Ti and HD 7990 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.
RTX 2080 TiHD 7990
Verified externalEstimatedSources ↗
Counter-Strike 2
1080p High
209 FPS
180 FPS
1080p Ultra
147 FPS
127 FPS
1440p Ultra
114 FPS
83 FPS
4K Ultra
56 FPS
26 FPS
Counter-Strike 2RTX 2080 Ti209 FPSHD 7990180 FPSRTX 2080 Ti147 FPSHD 7990127 FPSRTX 2080 Ti114 FPSHD 799083 FPSRTX 2080 Ti56 FPSHD 799026 FPS
Cyberpunk 2077RTX 2080 Ti135 FPSHD 7990116 FPSRTX 2080 Ti116 FPSHD 7990100 FPSRTX 2080 Ti83 FPSHD 799060 FPSRTX 2080 Ti37 FPSHD 799018 FPS
Forza Horizon 5RTX 2080 Ti170 FPSHD 7990147 FPSRTX 2080 Ti110 FPSHD 799095 FPSRTX 2080 Ti103 FPSHD 799075 FPSRTX 2080 Ti82 FPSHD 799039 FPS
Hogwarts LegacyRTX 2080 Ti110 FPSHD 799095 FPSRTX 2080 Ti92 FPSHD 799079 FPSRTX 2080 Ti74 FPSHD 799054 FPSRTX 2080 Ti38 FPSHD 799018 FPS
H2H workload indices
Comparable internal indices on a fixed 0–100 scale.
H2H Raster IndexH2H Index / 100513732%
H2H Compute IndexH2H Index / 100554032%
H2H Rendering IndexH2H Index / 100584427%
H2H Memory Workload IndexH2H Index / 100776025%
H2H Efficiency IndexH2H Index / 100683369%
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 / 100634827%
H2H ML Training IndexH2H Index / 100614628%
H2H Inference IndexH2H Index / 100584427%
H2H Local LLM IndexH2H Index / 100655026%
H2H Computer Vision IndexH2H Index / 100594429%
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
DirectX12.211.1
Vulkan1.41.2
OpenGL4.64.6
UpscalingDLSS 2Not supported
Compute APIOpenCL 3.0, CUDA 7.5OpenCL 1.2
Architecture and release
ArchitectureTuringGCN 1.0
Process node12 nmBetter28 nm
Release date20182013
Device classDesktopDesktop
GPU cores, die and clocks
Transistor count18600 millionBetter4313 million
Die size754 mm²365 mm²Better
Shader units / cores4352Better2048
Base clock1350 MHzBetter950 MHz
Boost clock1545 MHzBetter1000 MHz
Board size, power and compatibility
InterfacePCIe 3x16PCIe 3x16
Length267 mmBetter304 mm
ThicknessDual-slotDual-slot
Recommended PSU600 WBetter750 W
Power connector8+8 pin8+8 pin
Display outputs and limits
HDMIHDMI 2.0Board dependent
DisplayPortDisplayPort 1.4amini-DisplayPort 1.2
USB Type-CYesNo
Max monitors55
Max resolution7680 × 43204096 × 2160
Memory and compute throughput
VRAM11 GB GDDR6Better6 GB GDDR5
Memory typeGDDR6GDDR5
Memory bus352 bit384x2 bitBetter
TFLOPS13.45Better4.096
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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 / 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 (5)
Verified community results
No verified community benchmarks yet.
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Comparison history
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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.
Owner experiences
Real builds, results, and community feedback.
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Frequently asked comparison questions
Short recommendations based on performance, memory, power consumption, and intended use.
01Which is better for gaming: RTX 2080 Ti or HD 7990?+
RTX 2080 Ti has the higher overall gaming score, while RTX 2080 Ti offers the better price-to-performance ratio. The final choice depends on resolution and settings.
02Which is better for streaming?+
RTX 2080 Ti 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?+
RTX 2080 Ti is generally the better option for Blender and GPU rendering. Rendering-engine support and available VRAM also matter.
04Which is better for video editing?+
RTX 2080 Ti offers more overall performance, while RTX 2080 Ti offers more memory headroom. Codecs, hardware encoders, and editor optimization can change the result.
05Which is better for neural networks and AI?+
RTX 2080 Ti is the more practical option for local AI workloads. VRAM capacity, compute libraries, and framework compatibility are especially important.
06Which is better for 1080p?+
RTX 2080 Ti is the most rational 1080p choice, where high frame rates and cost per frame matter most.
07Which is better for 1440p?+
RTX 2080 Ti leads in combined 1440p performance. RTX 2080 Ti can be preferable for heavy textures and games with high VRAM usage.
08Which is better for 4K?+
RTX 2080 Ti is preferable for 4K, where total performance, memory bandwidth, and VRAM capacity have the greatest impact.
09Which is better for a quiet PC?+
RTX 2080 Ti 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?+
RTX 2080 Ti 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 RTX 2080 Ti 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.