GeForce RTX 3090 Ti vs Intel Arc A550M

Full comparison of specs, performance and benchmarks

Aggregate performance score

We've compared RTX 3090 Ti and Intel Arc A550M across specs and all relevant benchmarks.

RTX 3090 Ti outperforms Intel Arc A550M by ~78% on the catalog index; this is not a measured FPS gain.+78%

Scores are normalized on the Head to Head scale. Higher is better. How is this calculated?

H2HBench Data Quality

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Specifications: 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 3090 Ti (~18%)

The score difference is not a measured FPS improvement.

Reasons to consider RTX 3090 Ti

  • Higher catalog performance index
  • More graphics memory
  • Recorded feature support: OpenCL 3.0, CUDA 8.6 · DLSS 2

Reasons to consider Intel Arc A550M

  • Lower stated power consumption
  • Higher catalog value 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
Efficiency
Price / performance
Memory capacity
Performance
7140
Efficiency
53100
Price / performance
4458
Memory capacity
10068
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 47–52of 321
RTX 3090 Ti#49position in the GPU ranking
Intel Arc A550Mnot in TOP100position in the GPU ranking

Which should you choose?

Two practical conclusions based on community votes and gaming value.

COMMUNITY CHOICE

GeForce RTX 3090 Ti

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Head to Head visitors currently choose this model more often.

Overview

Scores are calculated from specifications, performance, and efficiency.

CategoryRTX 3090 TiIntel Arc A550M
GamesDirectX, OpenCL, and Vulkan performance
71Better
40
Professional applications3D modeling, video editing, and rendering
58Better
35
AI and machine learningMachine-learning and AI capabilities
55Better
33
Power efficiencyPower consumption across workloads
53
100Better
Head to Head scoreOverall catalog score
59Better
50

Specifications

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

SpecificationRTX 3090 TiIntel Arc A550M
DisplayPort
HDMI
Device class
Upscaling
Max resolution
USB Type-C
DirectX
Vulkan
OpenGL
TFLOPSBetter
Power consumptionBetter
Memory type
Power connector
Release date
Architecture
Thickness
Compute API
Launch price
Shader units / coresBetter
Clock speedBetter
Base clockBetter
Boost clockBetter
VRAMBetter
Memory frequencyBetter
Memory busBetter
Memory bandwidthBetter
Interface
Power consumptionBetter
Process nodeBetter
Recommended PSU
Length
Die sizeBetter
Memory cacheBetter
Transistor countBetter
Max monitors

Gaming FPS

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

The Gaming FPS section compares RTX 3090 Ti and Intel Arc A550M 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 3090 TiIntel Arc A550M
Verified externalEstimatedSources ↗
Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

1080p High
291 FPS
195 FPS
1080p Ultra
204 FPS
137 FPS
1440p Ultra
159 FPS
91 FPS
4K Ultra
79 FPS
27 FPS
Game1080p High1080p Ultra1440p Ultra4K Ultra
Counter-Strike 2RTX 3090 Ti291 FPSIntel Arc A550M195 FPSRTX 3090 Ti204 FPSIntel Arc A550M137 FPSRTX 3090 Ti159 FPSIntel Arc A550M91 FPSRTX 3090 Ti79 FPSIntel Arc A550M27 FPS
Cyberpunk 2077RTX 3090 Ti188 FPSIntel Arc A550M126 FPSRTX 3090 Ti162 FPSIntel Arc A550M108 FPSRTX 3090 Ti115 FPSIntel Arc A550M66 FPSRTX 3090 Ti53 FPSIntel Arc A550M18 FPS
Forza Horizon 5RTX 3090 Ti237 FPSIntel Arc A550M159 FPSRTX 3090 Ti153 FPSIntel Arc A550M103 FPSRTX 3090 Ti143 FPSIntel Arc A550M82 FPSRTX 3090 Ti116 FPSIntel Arc A550M39 FPS
Hogwarts LegacyRTX 3090 Ti153 FPSIntel Arc A550M103 FPSRTX 3090 Ti128 FPSIntel Arc A550M86 FPSRTX 3090 Ti103 FPSIntel Arc A550M59 FPSRTX 3090 Ti54 FPSIntel Arc A550M18 FPS
Average FPSRTX 3090 Ti217 FPSIntel Arc A550M146 FPSRTX 3090 Ti162 FPSIntel Arc A550M109 FPSRTX 3090 Ti130 FPSIntel Arc A550M75 FPSRTX 3090 Ti76 FPSIntel Arc A550M26 FPS

H2H workload indices

Comparable internal indices on a fixed 0–100 scale.

IndexRTX 3090 TiIntel Arc A550MDifference
H2H Raster IndexH2H Index / 100714056%
H2H Compute IndexH2H Index / 100744843%
H2H Rendering IndexH2H Index / 100794849%
H2H Memory Workload IndexH2H Index / 1001006838%
H2H Efficiency IndexH2H Index / 1005310061%

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.

IndexRTX 3090 TiIntel Arc A550MDifference
H2H Image Generation IndexH2H Index / 100845345%
H2H ML Training IndexH2H Index / 100835148%
H2H Inference IndexH2H Index / 100794849%
H2H Local LLM IndexH2H Index / 100875643%
H2H Computer Vision IndexH2H Index / 100804850%

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

SpecificationsRTX 3090 TiIntel Arc A550M
DirectX12.212.2
Vulkan1.41.4
OpenGL4.64.6
UpscalingDLSS 2XeSS
Compute APIOpenCL 3.0, CUDA 8.6OpenCL 3.0

Architecture and release

SpecificationsRTX 3090 TiIntel Arc A550M
ArchitectureAmpereXe HPG (Alchemist)
Process node8 nm6 nmBetter
Release date20222022
Device classDesktopMobile

GPU cores, die and clocks

SpecificationsRTX 3090 TiIntel Arc A550M
Transistor count28300 millionBetter21700 million
Die size628 mm²406 mm²Better
Shader units / cores10752Better2048
Base clock1560 MHzBetter900 MHz
Boost clock1860 MHz2050 MHzBetter

Board size, power and compatibility

SpecificationsRTX 3090 TiIntel Arc A550M
InterfacePCIe 4x16PCIe 4.0 x16
Length336 mmOEM dependent
ThicknessTriple-slotIGP
Recommended PSU850 WOEM dependent
Power connector16 pinIntegrated laptop power

Display outputs and limits

SpecificationsRTX 3090 TiIntel Arc A550M
HDMIHDMI 2.1OEM dependent
DisplayPortDisplayPort 1.4aOEM dependent
USB Type-CNoOEM dependent
Max monitors4OEM dependent
Max resolution7680 × 4320Depends on host system

Memory and compute throughput

SpecificationsRTX 3090 TiIntel Arc A550M
VRAM24 GB GDDR6XBetter8 GB GDDR6
Memory typeGDDR6XGDDR6
Memory bus384 bitBetter128 bit
TFLOPS40Better8.397

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Device ARTX 3090 Ti59
Device BIntel Arc A550M50
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Games with verified results
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Verified community results
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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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Frequently asked comparison questions

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

01Which is better for gaming: RTX 3090 Ti or Intel Arc A550M?

RTX 3090 Ti has the higher overall gaming score, while Intel Arc A550M offers the better price-to-performance ratio. The final choice depends on resolution and settings.

02Which is better for streaming?

RTX 3090 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 3090 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 3090 Ti offers more overall performance, while RTX 3090 Ti offers more memory headroom. Codecs, hardware encoders, and editor optimization can change the result.

05Which is better for neural networks and AI?

RTX 3090 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?

Intel Arc A550M is the most rational 1080p choice, where high frame rates and cost per frame matter most.

07Which is better for 1440p?

RTX 3090 Ti leads in combined 1440p performance. RTX 3090 Ti can be preferable for heavy textures and games with high VRAM usage.

08Which is better for 4K?

RTX 3090 Ti is preferable for 4K, where total performance, memory bandwidth, and VRAM capacity have the greatest impact.

09Which is better for a quiet PC?

Intel Arc A550M 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?

Intel Arc A550M 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 3090 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.