NVIDIA
GeForce RTX 5080 SUPER vs Radeon HD 6950
Full comparison of specs, performance and benchmarks
AMD
HD 6950
Aggregate performance score
We've compared RTX 5080 SUPER and HD 6950 across specs and all relevant benchmarks.
↗RTX 5080 SUPER outperforms HD 6950 by ~136% on the catalog index; this is not a measured FPS gain.+136%
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 5080 SUPER (~73%)
The score difference is not a measured FPS improvement.
Reasons to consider RTX 5080 SUPER
- Higher catalog performance index
- More graphics memory
- Recorded feature support: OpenCL 3.0, CUDA 12.0 · DLSS 4
Reasons to consider HD 6950
- Lower stated power consumption
- Lower recorded market price
- Higher catalog value index
- 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
7833
6355
95100
10056
Graphics card ranking
Positions 2–7of 321
Which should you choose?
Two practical conclusions based on community votes and gaming value.
GeForce RTX 5080 SUPER
131 likesHead to Head visitors currently choose this model more often.
Radeon HD 6950
Price $35.00Based 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
78Better
33
Professional applications3D modeling, video editing, and rendering
63Better
30
AI and machine learningMachine-learning and AI capabilities
60Better
28
Power efficiencyPower consumption across workloads
63Better
55
Head to Head scoreOverall catalog score
76Better
44
Specifications
The better numeric value is highlighted in green, taking the metric direction into account.
Release status—
HDMI
Device class
DirectX
Vulkan
OpenGL
Upscaling
Compute API
DisplayPort
Thickness
Shader units / cores
Memory cache
Power consumptionBetter
TFLOPSBetter
Memory type
Power connector
Release date
Launch price—
Clock speedBetter
Base clockBetter
Boost clockBetter
VRAMBetter
Memory frequencyBetter
Memory bus
Memory bandwidthBetter
Interface
Power consumptionBetter
Process nodeBetter
Max monitors
Max resolution
USB Type-C
Recommended PSU
Length
Architecture
Transistor count
Die size
Gaming FPS
Available results are shown separately; missing data is not treated as zero.
The Gaming FPS section compares RTX 5080 SUPER and HD 6950 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 5080 SUPERHD 6950
Verified externalEstimatedSources ↗
Counter-Strike 2
1080p High
326 FPS
169 FPS
1080p Ultra
226 FPS
115 FPS
1440p Ultra
169 FPS
63 FPS
4K Ultra
85 FPS
23 FPS
Counter-Strike 2RTX 5080 SUPER326 FPSHD 6950169 FPSRTX 5080 SUPER226 FPSHD 6950115 FPSRTX 5080 SUPER169 FPSHD 695063 FPSRTX 5080 SUPER85 FPSHD 695023 FPS
Cyberpunk 2077RTX 5080 SUPER206 FPSHD 6950109 FPSRTX 5080 SUPER184 FPSHD 695091 FPSRTX 5080 SUPER128 FPSHD 695046 FPSRTX 5080 SUPER61 FPSHD 695016 FPS
Forza Horizon 5RTX 5080 SUPER254 FPSHD 6950138 FPSRTX 5080 SUPER174 FPSHD 695087 FPSRTX 5080 SUPER154 FPSHD 695057 FPSRTX 5080 SUPER117 FPSHD 695034 FPS
Hogwarts LegacyRTX 5080 SUPER168 FPSHD 695089 FPSRTX 5080 SUPER141 FPSHD 695072 FPSRTX 5080 SUPER112 FPSHD 695041 FPSRTX 5080 SUPER66 FPSHD 695016 FPS
H2H workload indices
Comparable internal indices on a fixed 0–100 scale.
H2H Raster IndexH2H Index / 100783381%
H2H Compute IndexH2H Index / 100833581%
H2H Rendering IndexH2H Index / 100843973%
H2H Memory Workload IndexH2H Index / 1001005656%
H2H Efficiency IndexH2H Index / 100635514%
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 / 100884369%
H2H ML Training IndexH2H Index / 100874270%
H2H Inference IndexH2H Index / 100843973%
H2H Local LLM IndexH2H Index / 100904567%
H2H Computer Vision IndexH2H Index / 100854072%
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
DirectX12.211.0
Vulkan1.4Not supported
OpenGL4.64.4
UpscalingDLSS 4Not supported
Compute APIOpenCL 3.0, CUDA 12.0OpenCL 1.2
Architecture and release
ArchitectureNot publicly specifiedTeraScale 3
Process node4 nmBetter40 nm
Release date20262010
Device classDesktopDesktop
GPU cores, die and clocks
Transistor countNot publicly specified2640 million
Die sizeNot publicly specified389 mm²
Shader units / coresNot publicly specified1408
Base clock2295 MHzBetter800 MHz
Boost clock2617 MHzBetter800 MHz
Board size, power and compatibility
InterfacePCIe 5x16PCIe 2x16
LengthVaries by board286 mm
ThicknessVaries by boardDual-slot
Recommended PSUVaries by board550 W
Power connector16 pin6+6 pin
Display outputs and limits
HDMIHDMI 2.1bHDMI 1.4a
DisplayPortDisplayPort 2.1bmini-DisplayPort 1.2
USB Type-CNoNo
Max monitors15
Max resolution7680 × 43204096 × 2160
Memory and compute throughput
VRAM24 GB GDDR7Better2 GB GDDR5
Memory typeGDDR7GDDR5
Memory bus256 bit256 bit
TFLOPS65Better2.253
Other comparisons
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 5080 SUPER or HD 6950?+
RTX 5080 SUPER has the higher overall gaming score, while HD 6950 offers the better price-to-performance ratio. The final choice depends on resolution and settings.
02Which is better for streaming?+
RTX 5080 SUPER 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 5080 SUPER 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 5080 SUPER offers more overall performance, while RTX 5080 SUPER offers more memory headroom. Codecs, hardware encoders, and editor optimization can change the result.
05Which is better for neural networks and AI?+
RTX 5080 SUPER 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 6950 is the most rational 1080p choice, where high frame rates and cost per frame matter most.
07Which is better for 1440p?+
RTX 5080 SUPER leads in combined 1440p performance. RTX 5080 SUPER can be preferable for heavy textures and games with high VRAM usage.
08Which is better for 4K?+
RTX 5080 SUPER is preferable for 4K, where total performance, memory bandwidth, and VRAM capacity have the greatest impact.
09Which is better for a quiet PC?+
HD 6950 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 6950 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 5080 SUPER 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.