AMD
Radeon RX 9070 GRE 12GB vs ATI Radeon HD 3690
Full comparison of specs, performance and benchmarks
AMD
ATI Radeon HD 3690
Aggregate performance score
We've compared RX 9070 GRE 12GB and ATI Radeon HD 3690 across specs and all relevant benchmarks.
↗RX 9070 GRE 12GB outperforms ATI Radeon HD 3690 by 86% based on our aggregate benchmark results.+86%
Scores are normalized on the Head to Head scale. Higher is better.Radeon RX 9070 GRE 12GB vs ATI Radeon HD 3690: key takeaway
The comparison of RX 9070 GRE 12GB and ATI Radeon HD 3690 shows a 86% advantage for RX 9070 GRE 12GB in gaming performance, while ATI Radeon HD 3690 may still be stronger in value for money. Use the sections below to check whether that lead comes from real FPS, specifications, efficiency, price or platform features.
SUMMARY PROFILE
Verified-metrics radar
Axes with missing data are hidden; every value uses a fixed scale.
AMDPerformance
Efficiency
Price / performance
Memory capacity
6535
98100
73100
807
COMPARISON RESULT
RX 9070 GRE 12GB is the best overall choice
RX 9070 GRE 12GB leads in combined game performance. ATI Radeon HD 3690 offers the better price per frame, while the final choice depends on the required features, memory, and games.
RX 9070 GRE 12GB leads in the combined performance index
ATI Radeon HD 3690 costs less
CATALOG POSITION
Full ranking →Graphics card ranking
Positions 11–16of 319
COMPARISON VERDICT
Which should you choose?
Two practical conclusions based on community votes and gaming value.
Radeon RX 9070 GRE 12GB
107 likesHead to Head visitors currently choose this model more often.
ATI Radeon HD 3690
100/100 · Price $119The choice is based on the price-to-performance index and launch price.
OVERALL SCORE
Overview
Scores are calculated from specifications, performance, and efficiency.
The Summary score section compares RX 9070 GRE 12GB and ATI Radeon HD 3690 with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
GamesDirectX, OpenCL, and Vulkan performance
65Better
35
Professional applications3D modeling, video editing, and rendering
53Better
32
AI and machine learningMachine-learning and AI capabilities
51Better
29
Power efficiencyPower consumption across workloads
98
100Better
Head to Head scoreOverall catalog score
73Better
60
FULL COMPARISON
Specifications
The better numeric value is highlighted in green, taking the metric direction into account.
The Specifications section compares RX 9070 GRE 12GB and ATI Radeon HD 3690 with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
DisplayPortDisplayPort 2.1aBoard dependent
HDMIHDMI 2.1bBoard dependent
Device classDesktopDesktop
UpscalingFSRNot supported
Max monitors43
Max resolution7680 × 43202560 × 1600
USB Type-CNoNo
LengthVaries by boardVaries by board
DirectX12.210.1
Vulkan1.4Not supported
OpenGL4.63.3
TFLOPS39Better0.429
Power consumption220 W75 WBetter
Memory typeGDDR6GDDR3
Power connector8+8 pin6 pin
Release date20252008
ArchitectureRDNA 4.0TeraScale
ThicknessDual-slotDual-slot
Compute APIOpenCL 2.2OpenCL 1.x
Launch price$699$119Better
Shader units / cores3072Better320
Clock speed1420 - 2790 MHzBetter670 MHz
Base clock1420 MHzBetter670 MHz
Boost clock2790 MHzBetter670 MHz
VRAM12 GB GDDR6256 MB GDDR3Better
Memory frequency18 GHzBetter1,66 GHz
Memory bus192 bitBetter128 bit
Memory bandwidth432 GB/sBetter27 GB/s
InterfacePCIe 5x16PCIe 2x16
Power consumption220 W75 WBetter
Process node5 nmBetter55 nm
Recommended PSU550 W250 WBetter
Die size357 mm²192 mm²Better
Memory cacheL2 8 MBL2 0.13 MB
Transistor count53900 millionBetter666 million
GAME TEST BENCH
Gaming FPS
Available results are shown separately; missing data is not treated as zero.
The Gaming FPS section compares RX 9070 GRE 12GB and ATI Radeon HD 3690 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.
RX 9070 GRE 12GBATI Radeon HD 3690
Verified H2HCommunity VerifiedEstimatedPredicted
Black Myth: Wukong
1080p High
33 FPSEstimated 66%
21 FPSEstimated 64%
1080p Ultra
28 FPSEstimated 66%
18 FPSEstimated 64%
1440p Ultra
21 FPSEstimated 66%
9 FPSEstimated 58%
4K Ultra
11 FPSEstimated 64%
5 FPSEstimated 55%
Black Myth: WukongRX 9070 GRE 12GB33 FPSEstimated 66%ATI Radeon HD 369021 FPSEstimated 64%RX 9070 GRE 12GB28 FPSEstimated 66%ATI Radeon HD 369018 FPSEstimated 64%RX 9070 GRE 12GB21 FPSEstimated 66%ATI Radeon HD 36909 FPSEstimated 58%RX 9070 GRE 12GB11 FPSEstimated 64%ATI Radeon HD 36905 FPSEstimated 55%
Call of Duty: WarzoneRX 9070 GRE 12GB33 FPSEstimated 66%ATI Radeon HD 369021 FPSEstimated 64%RX 9070 GRE 12GB28 FPSEstimated 66%ATI Radeon HD 369018 FPSEstimated 64%RX 9070 GRE 12GB21 FPSEstimated 66%ATI Radeon HD 36909 FPSEstimated 58%RX 9070 GRE 12GB11 FPSEstimated 64%ATI Radeon HD 36905 FPSEstimated 55%
Counter-Strike 2RX 9070 GRE 12GB274 FPSEstimated 74%ATI Radeon HD 3690175 FPSEstimated 72%RX 9070 GRE 12GB192 FPSEstimated 74%ATI Radeon HD 3690123 FPSEstimated 72%RX 9070 GRE 12GB149 FPSEstimated 74%ATI Radeon HD 369066 FPSEstimated 66%RX 9070 GRE 12GB66 FPSEstimated 72%ATI Radeon HD 369024 FPSEstimated 62%
Cyberpunk 2077RX 9070 GRE 12GB177 FPSEstimated 74%ATI Radeon HD 3690113 FPSEstimated 72%RX 9070 GRE 12GB152 FPSEstimated 74%ATI Radeon HD 369097 FPSEstimated 72%RX 9070 GRE 12GB108 FPSEstimated 74%ATI Radeon HD 369048 FPSEstimated 66%RX 9070 GRE 12GB45 FPSEstimated 72%ATI Radeon HD 369016 FPSEstimated 62%
Forza Horizon 5RX 9070 GRE 12GB223 FPSEstimated 80%ATI Radeon HD 3690142 FPSEstimated 78%RX 9070 GRE 12GB144 FPSEstimated 74%ATI Radeon HD 369092 FPSEstimated 72%RX 9070 GRE 12GB135 FPSEstimated 74%ATI Radeon HD 369060 FPSEstimated 66%RX 9070 GRE 12GB98 FPSEstimated 72%ATI Radeon HD 369035 FPSEstimated 62%
God of War RagnarökRX 9070 GRE 12GB33 FPSEstimated 66%ATI Radeon HD 369021 FPSEstimated 64%RX 9070 GRE 12GB28 FPSEstimated 66%ATI Radeon HD 369018 FPSEstimated 64%RX 9070 GRE 12GB21 FPSEstimated 66%ATI Radeon HD 36909 FPSEstimated 58%RX 9070 GRE 12GB11 FPSEstimated 64%ATI Radeon HD 36905 FPSEstimated 55%
Hogwarts LegacyRX 9070 GRE 12GB144 FPSEstimated 74%ATI Radeon HD 369092 FPSEstimated 72%RX 9070 GRE 12GB121 FPSEstimated 74%ATI Radeon HD 369077 FPSEstimated 72%RX 9070 GRE 12GB97 FPSEstimated 74%ATI Radeon HD 369043 FPSEstimated 66%RX 9070 GRE 12GB45 FPSEstimated 72%ATI Radeon HD 369016 FPSEstimated 62%
Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024RX 9070 GRE 12GB33 FPSEstimated 66%ATI Radeon HD 369021 FPSEstimated 64%RX 9070 GRE 12GB28 FPSEstimated 66%ATI Radeon HD 369018 FPSEstimated 64%RX 9070 GRE 12GB21 FPSEstimated 66%ATI Radeon HD 36909 FPSEstimated 58%RX 9070 GRE 12GB11 FPSEstimated 64%ATI Radeon HD 36905 FPSEstimated 55%
Monster Hunter WildsRX 9070 GRE 12GB33 FPSEstimated 66%ATI Radeon HD 369021 FPSEstimated 64%RX 9070 GRE 12GB28 FPSEstimated 66%ATI Radeon HD 369018 FPSEstimated 64%RX 9070 GRE 12GB21 FPSEstimated 66%ATI Radeon HD 36909 FPSEstimated 58%RX 9070 GRE 12GB11 FPSEstimated 64%ATI Radeon HD 36905 FPSEstimated 55%
StarfieldRX 9070 GRE 12GB33 FPSEstimated 66%ATI Radeon HD 369021 FPSEstimated 64%RX 9070 GRE 12GB28 FPSEstimated 66%ATI Radeon HD 369018 FPSEstimated 64%RX 9070 GRE 12GB21 FPSEstimated 66%ATI Radeon HD 36909 FPSEstimated 58%RX 9070 GRE 12GB11 FPSEstimated 64%ATI Radeon HD 36905 FPSEstimated 55%
HEAD TO HEAD · CALCULATED INDEX
H2H workload indices
Comparable internal indices on a fixed 0–100 scale.
The Benchmarks section compares RX 9070 GRE 12GB and ATI Radeon HD 3690 with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
H2H Raster IndexH2H Index / 100653560%
H2H Compute IndexH2H Index / 100712984%
H2H Rendering IndexH2H Index / 100692788%
H2H Memory Workload IndexH2H Index / 100807168%
H2H Efficiency IndexH2H Index / 100981002%
These are versioned H2H calculated indices derived from normalized catalog data. They are not results from a third-party benchmark.
HEAD TO HEAD · CALCULATED INDEX
H2H AI workload indices
Estimated workload profiles based on available performance and memory data.
The Detailed comparison section compares RX 9070 GRE 12GB and ATI Radeon HD 3690 with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
H2H Image Generation IndexH2H Index / 1007222106%
H2H ML Training IndexH2H Index / 100712499%
H2H Inference IndexH2H Index / 100692788%
H2H Local LLM IndexH2H Index / 1007320114%
H2H Computer Vision IndexH2H Index / 100692788%
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
The Graphics APIs, SDKs and upscaling section compares RX 9070 GRE 12GB and ATI Radeon HD 3690 with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
DirectX12.210.1
Vulkan1.4Not supported
OpenGL4.63.3
UpscalingFSRNot supported
Compute APIOpenCL 2.2OpenCL 1.x
Architecture and release
The Architecture and release section compares RX 9070 GRE 12GB and ATI Radeon HD 3690 with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
ArchitectureRDNA 4.0TeraScale
Process node5 nmBetter55 nm
Release date20252008
Device classDesktopDesktop
GPU cores, die and clocks
The Core layout and clocks section compares RX 9070 GRE 12GB and ATI Radeon HD 3690 with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
Transistor count53900 millionBetter666 million
Die size357 mm²192 mm²Better
Shader units / cores3072Better320
Base clock1420 MHzBetter670 MHz
Boost clock2790 MHzBetter670 MHz
Board size, power and compatibility
The Form factor and compatibility section compares RX 9070 GRE 12GB and ATI Radeon HD 3690 with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
InterfacePCIe 5x16PCIe 2x16
LengthVaries by boardVaries by board
ThicknessDual-slotDual-slot
Recommended PSU550 W250 WBetter
Power connector8+8 pin6 pin
Display outputs and limits
The Display outputs section compares RX 9070 GRE 12GB and ATI Radeon HD 3690 with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
HDMIHDMI 2.1bBoard dependent
DisplayPortDisplayPort 2.1aBoard dependent
USB Type-CNoNo
Max monitors43
Max resolution7680 × 43202560 × 1600
Memory and compute throughput
The VRAM capacity and bandwidth section compares RX 9070 GRE 12GB and ATI Radeon HD 3690 with normalized H2H data, turning specifications, tests and value signals into practical buying context.
VRAM12 GB GDDR6256 MB GDDR3Better
Memory typeGDDR6GDDR3
Memory bus192 bitBetter128 bit
TFLOPS39Better0.429
HEAD TO HEAD · DISCOVER
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Frequently asked comparison questions
Short recommendations based on performance, memory, power consumption, and intended use.
01Which is better for gaming: RX 9070 GRE 12GB or ATI Radeon HD 3690?+
RX 9070 GRE 12GB has the higher overall gaming score, while ATI Radeon HD 3690 offers the better price-to-performance ratio. The final choice depends on resolution and settings.
02Which is better for streaming?+
RX 9070 GRE 12GB 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?+
RX 9070 GRE 12GB is generally the better option for Blender and GPU rendering. Rendering-engine support and available VRAM also matter.
04Which is better for video editing?+
RX 9070 GRE 12GB offers more overall performance, while RX 9070 GRE 12GB offers more memory headroom. Codecs, hardware encoders, and editor optimization can change the result.
05Which is better for neural networks and AI?+
RX 9070 GRE 12GB is the more practical option for local AI workloads. VRAM capacity, compute libraries, and framework compatibility are especially important.
06Which is better for 1080p?+
ATI Radeon HD 3690 is the most rational 1080p choice, where high frame rates and cost per frame matter most.
07Which is better for 1440p?+
RX 9070 GRE 12GB leads in combined 1440p performance. RX 9070 GRE 12GB can be preferable for heavy textures and games with high VRAM usage.
08Which is better for 4K?+
RX 9070 GRE 12GB is preferable for 4K, where total performance, memory bandwidth, and VRAM capacity have the greatest impact.
09Which is better for a quiet PC?+
ATI Radeon HD 3690 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?+
ATI Radeon HD 3690 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 RX 9070 GRE 12GB 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.