GeForce RTX 3090 Ti vs GeForce RTX 4090
The GeForce RTX 4090 is dramatically faster than the GeForce RTX 3090 Ti, leading by roughly 64% in our performance index. It is also the stronger value pick here, so it's the easy recommendation if your budget allows.
Market Value Leader
GeForce RTX 4090 is the clear winner, offering 7201.8% better value than GeForce RTX 3090 Ti.
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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.
Price & Value
Right now the GeForce RTX 4090 starts at $504 SEK against $22,499 SEK for the GeForce RTX 3090 Ti. Because it's both faster and competitively priced, the GeForce RTX 4090 wins on performance-per-dollar by about 7202%. The GeForce RTX 4090 is trading below its $1,599 SEK MSRP — a genuine deal. The GeForce RTX 3090 Ti still sits about $20,500 SEK above its $1,999 SEK MSRP.
Which should you buy: GeForce RTX 3090 Ti or GeForce RTX 4090?
The GeForce RTX 4090 is the all-round winner here — it's faster and the better value, so buy it if it fits your budget. Only consider the GeForce RTX 3090 Ti if you find it at a steep discount.
Frequently Asked Questions
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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 |