NVIDIA
GeForce RTX 5050 vs Radeon R9 390
Full comparison of specs, performance and benchmarks
AMD
R9 390
Aggregate performance score
We've compared RTX 5050 and R9 390 across specs and all relevant benchmarks.
↗RTX 5050 outperforms R9 390 by ~7% on the catalog index; this is not a measured FPS gain.+7%
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 5050 (~20%)
The score difference is not a measured FPS improvement.
Reasons to consider RTX 5050
- Higher catalog performance index
- Lower stated power consumption
- Recorded feature support: OpenCL 3.0, CUDA 12.0 · DLSS 4
Reasons to consider R9 390
- Lower recorded market price
- Higher catalog value index
- Recorded feature support: OpenCL 2.1 · Not supported
Catalog metrics radar
Axes with missing data are hidden; every value uses a fixed scale.
NVIDIA
AMDPerformance
Efficiency
Price / performance
Memory capacity
4542
10051
90100
6868
Graphics card ranking
Positions 57–62of 321
Which should you choose?
Two practical conclusions based on community votes and gaming value.
GeForce RTX 5050
104 likesHead to Head visitors currently choose this model more often.
Radeon R9 390
Price $53.00Based on catalog performance per unit of current market price, not measured FPS.
Overview
Scores are calculated from specifications, performance, and efficiency.
GamesDirectX, OpenCL, and Vulkan performance
45Better
42
Professional applications3D modeling, video editing, and rendering
39Better
37
AI and machine learningMachine-learning and AI capabilities
36Better
34
Power efficiencyPower consumption across workloads
100Better
51
Head to Head scoreOverall catalog score
60Better
50
Specifications
The better numeric value is highlighted in green, taking the metric direction into account.
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 priceBetter
Shader units / cores
Clock speedBetter
Base clockBetter
Boost clockBetter
VRAM
Memory frequencyBetter
Memory busBetter
Memory bandwidthBetter
Interface
Power consumptionBetter
Process nodeBetter
Recommended PSUBetter
Die sizeBetter
Memory cache
Transistor countBetter
Max monitors
Length
Gaming FPS
Available results are shown separately; missing data is not treated as zero.
The Gaming FPS section compares RTX 5050 and R9 390 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 5050R9 390
Verified externalEstimatedSources ↗
Counter-Strike 2
1080p High
211 FPS
184 FPS
1080p Ultra
149 FPS
129 FPS
1440p Ultra
110 FPS
101 FPS
4K Ultra
33 FPS
35 FPS
Counter-Strike 2RTX 5050211 FPSR9 390184 FPSRTX 5050149 FPSR9 390129 FPSRTX 5050110 FPSR9 390101 FPSRTX 505033 FPSR9 39035 FPS
Cyberpunk 2077RTX 5050136 FPSR9 390119 FPSRTX 5050117 FPSR9 390102 FPSRTX 505080 FPSR9 39073 FPSRTX 505022 FPSR9 39024 FPS
Forza Horizon 5RTX 5050172 FPSR9 390150 FPSRTX 5050111 FPSR9 39097 FPSRTX 505099 FPSR9 39091 FPSRTX 505048 FPSR9 39052 FPS
Hogwarts LegacyRTX 5050111 FPSR9 39097 FPSRTX 505093 FPSR9 39081 FPSRTX 505071 FPSR9 39065 FPSRTX 505022 FPSR9 39024 FPS
H2H workload indices
Comparable internal indices on a fixed 0–100 scale.
H2H Raster IndexH2H Index / 10045427%
H2H Compute IndexH2H Index / 100554520%
H2H Rendering IndexH2H Index / 10052496%
H2H Memory Workload IndexH2H Index / 10068680%
H2H Efficiency IndexH2H Index / 1001005165%
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 / 10055542%
H2H ML Training IndexH2H Index / 10054532%
H2H Inference IndexH2H Index / 10052496%
H2H Local LLM IndexH2H Index / 10058564%
H2H Computer Vision IndexH2H Index / 10052504%
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
DirectX12.212.0
Vulkan1.41.2
OpenGL4.64.6
UpscalingDLSS 4Not supported
Compute APIOpenCL 3.0, CUDA 12.0OpenCL 2.1
Architecture and release
ArchitectureBlackwell 2.0GCN 2.0
Process node5 nmBetter28 nm
Release date20252015
Device classDesktopDesktop
GPU cores, die and clocks
Transistor count16900 millionBetter6200 million
Die size149 mm²Better438 mm²
Shader units / cores25602560
Base clock2317 MHzBetter1000 MHz
Boost clock2572 MHzBetter1000 MHz
Board size, power and compatibility
InterfacePCIe 5x8PCIe 3x16
LengthVaries by board275 mm
ThicknessDual-slotDual-slot
Recommended PSU300 WBetter600 W
Power connector8 pin6+8 pin
Display outputs and limits
HDMIHDMI 2.1bHDMI 1.4a
DisplayPortDisplayPort 2.1bDisplayPort 1.2
USB Type-CNoNo
Max monitors44
Max resolution7680 × 43204096 × 2160
Memory and compute throughput
VRAM8 GB GDDR68 GB GDDR5
Memory typeGDDR6GDDR5
Memory bus128 bit512 bitBetter
TFLOPS13.17Better5.12
Other comparisons
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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 / 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 5050 or R9 390?+
RTX 5050 has the higher overall gaming score, while R9 390 offers the better price-to-performance ratio. The final choice depends on resolution and settings.
02Which is better for streaming?+
RTX 5050 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 5050 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 5050 offers more overall performance, while RTX 5050 offers more memory headroom. Codecs, hardware encoders, and editor optimization can change the result.
05Which is better for neural networks and AI?+
RTX 5050 is the more practical option for local AI workloads. VRAM capacity, compute libraries, and framework compatibility are especially important.
06Which is better for 1080p?+
R9 390 is the most rational 1080p choice, where high frame rates and cost per frame matter most.
07Which is better for 1440p?+
RTX 5050 leads in combined 1440p performance. RTX 5050 can be preferable for heavy textures and games with high VRAM usage.
08Which is better for 4K?+
RTX 5050 is preferable for 4K, where total performance, memory bandwidth, and VRAM capacity have the greatest impact.
09Which is better for a quiet PC?+
RTX 5050 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 5050 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 5050 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.