GPU Comparison
Select up to 2 GPUs to analyze their pricing, performance, and specifications side-by-side.
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Market comparison is currently pending while we verify the latest benchmarks for GeForce RTX 3090 Ti and GeForce RTX 4090.
The GeForce RTX 4090 is dramatically faster than the GeForce RTX 3090 Ti, leading by roughly 64% in our performance index.
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GeForce RTX 4090 vs GeForce RTX 3090 Ti: In-Depth Breakdown
Performance: GeForce RTX 4090 vs GeForce RTX 3090 Ti
The GeForce RTX 4090 is dramatically faster, around 64% ahead of the GeForce RTX 3090 Ti. That gap is enough to move it up a tier: the GeForce RTX 4090 is comfortable at 4K and high-refresh 1440p, while the GeForce RTX 3090 Ti is better matched to 4K with upscaling and native 1440p. The GeForce RTX 4090 packs 16,384 CUDA cores versus 10,752 on the GeForce RTX 3090 Ti.
Which should you buy: GeForce RTX 3090 Ti or GeForce RTX 4090?
The GeForce RTX 4090 is the faster card by about 64%. With live pricing limited for this pair, base your decision on the spec differences above — particularly VRAM and power draw — and check current stock before buying.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the GeForce RTX 4090 better than the GeForce RTX 3090 Ti?
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Technical Specifications Comparison
Architecture & Cores
| Specification | GeForce RTX 3090 Ti | GeForce RTX 4090 |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Ampere | Ada Lovelace |
| Process Node | Samsung 8nm | TSMC 4N |
| CUDA Cores (CUDA Cores / CUDA Cores) | 10,752 | 16,384✓ |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 84 | 128✓ |
| Tensor / AI Cores | 336 | 512✓ |
Clock Speeds
| Specification | GeForce RTX 3090 Ti | GeForce RTX 4090 |
|---|---|---|
| Base Clock | 1,560 MHz | 2,235 MHz✓ |
| Boost Clock | 1,860 MHz | 2,520 MHz✓ |
Memory
| Specification | GeForce RTX 3090 Ti | GeForce RTX 4090 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 24 GB | 24 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6X | GDDR6X |
| Memory Bus | 384-bit | 384-bit |
| Memory Speed | 21 Gbps | 21 Gbps |
| Bandwidth | 1,008 GB/s | 1,008 GB/s |
Connectivity & Power
| Specification | GeForce RTX 3090 Ti | GeForce RTX 4090 |
|---|---|---|
| Interface | PCIe 4.0 x16 | PCIe 4.0 x16 |
| TDP | 450 W | 450 W |
| Power Connectors | 1x 16-pin | 1x 16-pin |
| Released | Mar 2022 | Sep 2022 |