NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090
The GeForce RTX 5090 has the best performance for the 3DMark 11 Performance GPU benchmark.
The GeForce RTX 5090 has 39% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance GPU benchmark: AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT.
Summary
About the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 GPU
The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 is a desktop graphics card that launched in Q1 2025 with a MSRP of $1,999. It is built on the Blackwell 2.0 GPU microarchitecture (codename GB202) and is manufactured on a 5 nm process.
Memory
The RTX 5090 has 32 GB of GDDR7 memory, with a 1,750 MHz memory clock and a 512 bit interface. This gives it a memory bandwidth of 1.79 Tb/s, which affects how fast it can transfer data to and from memory. GPU memory stores temporary data that helps the GPU with complex math and graphics operations. More memory is generally better, as not having enough can cause performance bottlenecks.
Cores and Clock Speeds
The RTX 5090 includes 21,760 CUDA cores, the processing units for handling parallel computing tasks. The GPU operates at a core clock speed of 2,017 MHz and can dynamically boost its clock speed up to 2,407 MHz. Complementing the processing units are 680 texture mapping units (TMUs) for efficient texture filtering and 176 render output units (ROPs) for pixel processing. Additionally, the GPU features 680 tensor cores optimized for AI-accelerated workloads and 170 RT cores dedicated to real-time ray tracing calculations.
Compatibility & Power Consumption
The RTX 5090 occupies 2 PCIe expansion slots. It supports HDMI 2.1b, DisplayPort 2.1b display connections. NVIDIA recommends a power supply of at least 950 W to handle the GPU's thermal design power (TDP) of 575 W.
General Info
General overview of the GPU, including details like its manufacturer, release date, launch price, and current production status.
| Info | Value |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | NVIDIA |
| Architecture | Blackwell 2.0 |
| Market Segment | Desktop |
| Release Date | Q1 2025 |
| Launch Price (MSRP) | $1,999 |
| Production Status | Active |
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Gaming Performance
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FPS Benchmarks
This table showcases the average frame rate (FPS) achieved by the GeForce RTX 5090 in at various resolutions. Frame rate is a crucial indicator of how smoothly the GPU can run the game. A higher FPS generally translates to a smoother gameplay experience.
God of War Ragnarök | Frames Per SecondHigher is better | Cost Per FrameLower is better |
|---|---|---|
| Low - 1080p | -- | -- |
| Medium - 1080p | -- | -- |
| High - 1080p | 387 FPS | $5.17 CPF |
| Ultra - 1080p | 362 FPS | $5.52 CPF |
| QHD - 1440p | 300 FPS | $6.66 CPF |
| 4K UHD - 2160p | 193 FPS | $10.37 CPF |
Compare Frames Per Second (FPS)
GeForce RTX 5090's average frame rate (FPS) in can be compared to similar GPUs to assess relative performance. Generally, higher FPS results in a smoother gameplay experience.
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|---|---|---|
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Compare Cost Per Frame
GeForce RTX 5090's average cost per frame in can be compared to similar GPUs to assess relative value. Generally, a lower cost per frame implies better value for your money.
| GPU | Cost Per Frame | |
|---|---|---|
| Our database does not have enough data to compare the cost per frame with other GPUs. | ||
Benchmark Performance
The GeForce RTX 5090 has the best performance for the 3DMark 11 Performance GPU benchmark.
The GeForce RTX 5090 has 39% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance GPU benchmark: AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT.
Compare Performance
GeForce RTX 5090's average score in the benchmark can be compared to similar GPUs to assess relative performance. Generally, more powerful GPUs tend to have higher scores.
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Compare Value For Money
GeForce RTX 5090's average performance per dollar in the benchmark can be compared to similar GPUs to assess relative value. A higher score generally implies better value for your money.
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Benchmark Scores
This table showcases the GeForce RTX 5090's average performance scores across industry-standard GPU benchmark tests. These scores provide a valuable insight into overall performance. Powerful GPUs tend to have higher scores.
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| Benchmark | Value |
|---|---|
| 3DMark Time Spy Graphics | 47,047.5 |
| 3DMark Time Spy Score | 37,197 |
| 3DMark Cloud Gate Graphics | 385,092 |
| 3DMark Fire Strike Standard Graphics | 89,073 |
| 3DMark Night Raid Graphics | 228,764 |
| 3DMark 11 Performance Score | 82,518 |
| PassMark G3D Mark | 39,751 |
| PassMark G2D Mark | 1,439 |
Technical Specs
Processor Details
General information about the graphics processing unit like its architecture, manufacturing process size, and transistor count. Newer GPU architectures generally bring efficiency improvements and may introduce technologies that enhance graphical capabilities.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Codename | GB202 |
| Architecture | Blackwell 2.0 |
| Process Size | 5 nm |
| Transistors | 92,200 million |
Board Compatibility
Compatibility information like its slot size, bus interface, power consumption, and display support. These specs are useful for verifying compatibility with your motherboard, power supply, and monitor.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Slots | 2 slots |
| Bus Interface | PCIe 5.0 x16 |
| Thermal Design Power (TDP) | 575 W |
| Suggested PSU | 950 W |
| Power Connectors | 1x 16-pin |
| Outputs | HDMI 2.1b, DisplayPort 2.1b |
Memory Details
Memory specifications like its capacity, bandwidth, and clock speeds. GPU memory stores graphics data like frames, textures, and shadows which helps display rendered images. These specs are crucial for graphics-intense applications like gaming and 3D modeling.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Memory Size | 32 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR7 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 1.79 Tb/s |
| Memory Clock | 1,750 MHz |
| Memory Interface | 512 bit |
| L1 Cache | 128 KB |
| L2 Cache | 96 MB |
Cores & Clock Speeds
Processing power information like its cores and clock speed. These specs impact how fast they can process graphics. Each type of core or component serves a specific computational purpose.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| CUDA Cores | 21,760 |
| Stream Multiprocessors (SM) | 170 |
| Texture Mapping Units (TMU) | 680 |
| Render Output Units (ROP) | 176 |
| Tensor Cores | 680 |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 170 |
| Core Clock Speed | 2,017 MHz |
| Core Clock Speed (Boost) | 2,407 MHz |
Theoretical Performance
Theoretical performance numbers derived from the raw specifications of the different components like core count and clock speeds. While these provide a glimpse into peak processing power, they do not represent real-world performance.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Pixel Fill Rate | 423.6 GPixel/s |
| Texture Fill Rate | 1,636.8 GTexel/s |
| FP32 Performance | 104.8 TFLOPS |
| FP64 Performance | 1.64 TFLOPS |
API Support
Graphics API versions supported by this graphics card. APIs evolve over time, introducing new features and functionalities. Older GPUs may not support recent versions.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 Ultimate (12_2) |
| OpenCL | 3.0 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 |
| Shader Model | 6.8 |
* Performance rating, performance per dollar, and rankings are based on the 3DMark 11 Performance GPU benchmark and MSRP.