G3D Mark is a standard benchmark that measures graphics performance in real-world gaming scenarios. It simplifies comparing cards from different brands, where higher scores directly correlate with better fps and smoother gaming experiences.

Head-to-Head Verdict, Benchmarks, Value & Long-Term Outlook

This comparison brings together gaming FPS, raw graphics performance, VRAM, feature set, power efficiency, pricing context, and long-term value so you can see which GPU actually makes more sense.

GeForce RTX 4090 D

2023

Why buy it

✅15.3% more average FPS across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data.
✅Costs $2,401 less on MSRP ($1,599 MSRP vs $4,000 MSRP).
✅Delivers 153.9% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 19.2 vs 7.6 G3D/$ ($1,599 MSRP vs $4,000 MSRP).
✅14% more Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation, which can increase overall FPS in supported games (456 vs 400).

Trade-offs

❌Less VRAM, with 24 GB vs 32 GB for high-resolution textures and newer games.
❌70% higher power demand at 425W vs 250W.
❌13.9% longer card at 304mm vs 267mm.

RTX 5000 Ada Generation

2023

Why buy it

✅33.3% more VRAM for high-resolution textures and newer games (32 GB vs 24 GB).
✅Draws 250W instead of 425W, a 175W reduction.
✅Measures 267mm instead of 304mm, a 37mm shorter card that is more SFF-friendly.

Trade-offs

❌Lower average FPS than GeForce RTX 4090 D across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data.
❌Fewer Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation (400 vs 456), which can reduce FPS gains in supported games.
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150.2% HIGHER MSRP
$4,000 MSRPvs$1,599 MSRP
❌Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 7.6 vs 19.2 G3D/$ ($4,000 MSRP vs $1,599 MSRP).

GeForce RTX 4090 D

2023

RTX 5000 Ada Generation

2023

Why buy it

✅15.3% more average FPS across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data.
✅Costs $2,401 less on MSRP ($1,599 MSRP vs $4,000 MSRP).
✅Delivers 153.9% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 19.2 vs 7.6 G3D/$ ($1,599 MSRP vs $4,000 MSRP).
✅14% more Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation, which can increase overall FPS in supported games (456 vs 400).

Why buy it

✅33.3% more VRAM for high-resolution textures and newer games (32 GB vs 24 GB).
✅Draws 250W instead of 425W, a 175W reduction.
✅Measures 267mm instead of 304mm, a 37mm shorter card that is more SFF-friendly.

Trade-offs

❌Less VRAM, with 24 GB vs 32 GB for high-resolution textures and newer games.
❌70% higher power demand at 425W vs 250W.
❌13.9% longer card at 304mm vs 267mm.

Trade-offs

❌Lower average FPS than GeForce RTX 4090 D across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data.
❌Fewer Tensor Cores for AI-powered features like DLSS and frame generation (400 vs 456), which can reduce FPS gains in supported games.
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150.2% HIGHER MSRP
$4,000 MSRPvs$1,599 MSRP
❌Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 7.6 vs 19.2 G3D/$ ($4,000 MSRP vs $1,599 MSRP).

Quick Answers

So, is GeForce RTX 4090 D better than RTX 5000 Ada Generation?

Yes. GeForce RTX 4090 D is the better GPU overall here. You are getting 15.3% more average FPS across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data, 1.5% higher PassMark G3D performance, and 456 vs 400 Tensor cores.

Which one is more future-proof for 2026 and beyond?

GeForce RTX 4090 D is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting the stronger feature stack with DLSS 3.5 + Frame Generation instead of DLSS 4 + Multi Frame Gen. That broader feature stack should age better as more games lean on modern upscaling and frame-generation support.

Which one is the smarter buy today, not just the cheaper card?

GeForce RTX 4090 D is the smarter buy today, but it is not as lopsided as a simple winner label makes it sound. GeForce RTX 4090 D is about $2,401 cheaper on MSRP at $1,599 MSRP versus $4,000 MSRP, and you are getting 15.3% more estimated average FPS across 50 tracked games in our benchmark data and 1.5% higher G3D Mark. It also leads G3D-per-dollar by 153.9%. That is why the better overall card still comes out as the smarter buy today, not just the faster one.

Is RTX 5000 Ada Generation still worth buying for gaming in 2026?

Yes. RTX 5000 Ada Generation is still a strong modern gaming GPU: it is excellent for 1080p and 1440p maxed-out gaming, and still very capable for 4K in many titles. It remains a good buy when you can get it meaningfully cheaper than the alternative around $4,000 MSRP, even if GeForce RTX 4090 D is still the cleaner recommendation on overall value today.

Games Benchmarks

Real-world benchmarks and performance projections based on comprehensive hardware analysis and comparative metrics. Values represent expected performance on High/Ultra settings at 1080p, 1440p, and 4K. Modeled using a Ryzen 7 9800X3D reference profile to minimize specific CPU bottlenecks.

Note: Performance behavior can vary per game. Specific architectures may perform better or worse depending on game engine optimizations and API implementation.

GeForce RTX 4090 D Benchmark Check

RTX 5000 Ada Generation Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	GeForce RTX 4090 D	RTX 5000 Ada Generation
1080p
low	284 FPS	224 FPS
medium	263 FPS	196 FPS
high	225 FPS	167 FPS
ultra	197 FPS	117 FPS
1440p
low	262 FPS	200 FPS
medium	217 FPS	167 FPS
high	173 FPS	125 FPS
ultra	156 FPS	87 FPS
4K
low	180 FPS	105 FPS
medium	150 FPS	89 FPS
high	114 FPS	62 FPS
ultra	102 FPS	53 FPS

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Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	GeForce RTX 4090 D	RTX 5000 Ada Generation
1080p
low	841 FPS	583 FPS
medium	657 FPS	482 FPS
high	516 FPS	374 FPS
ultra	449 FPS	324 FPS
1440p
low	673 FPS	491 FPS
medium	548 FPS	411 FPS
high	443 FPS	328 FPS
ultra	364 FPS	269 FPS
4K
low	375 FPS	287 FPS
medium	314 FPS	247 FPS
high	286 FPS	221 FPS
ultra	240 FPS	186 FPS

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Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	GeForce RTX 4090 D	RTX 5000 Ada Generation
1080p
low	944 FPS	911 FPS
medium	772 FPS	748 FPS
high	699 FPS	674 FPS
ultra	604 FPS	581 FPS
1440p
low	731 FPS	709 FPS
medium	598 FPS	580 FPS
high	529 FPS	511 FPS
ultra	452 FPS	435 FPS
4K
low	506 FPS	487 FPS
medium	419 FPS	403 FPS
high	377 FPS	350 FPS
ultra	317 FPS	289 FPS

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League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	GeForce RTX 4090 D	RTX 5000 Ada Generation
1080p
low	999 FPS	401 FPS
medium	971 FPS	350 FPS
high	855 FPS	306 FPS
ultra	691 FPS	258 FPS
1440p
low	830 FPS	291 FPS
medium	728 FPS	260 FPS
high	641 FPS	224 FPS
ultra	518 FPS	188 FPS
4K
low	606 FPS	192 FPS
medium	538 FPS	165 FPS
high	461 FPS	126 FPS
ultra	346 FPS	101 FPS

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce RTX 4090 D and RTX 5000 Ada Generation

GeForce RTX 4090 D

The GeForce RTX 4090 D is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in December 28 2023. It features the Ada Lovelace architecture. The core clock ranges from 2280 MHz to 2520 MHz. It has 14592 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 425W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 114 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 30,725 points. Launch price was $1,599.

RTX 5000 Ada Generation

The RTX 5000 Ada Generation is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in August 9 2023. It features the Ada Lovelace architecture. The core clock ranges from 1155 MHz to 2550 MHz. It has 12800 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 250W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 100 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 30,269 points.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce RTX 4090 D scores 30,725 and the RTX 5000 Ada Generation reaches 30,269 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.5% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce RTX 4090 D is built on Ada Lovelace while the RTX 5000 Ada Generation uses Ada Lovelace, both on a 5 nm process. Shader units: 14,592 (GeForce RTX 4090 D) vs 12,800 (RTX 5000 Ada Generation). Raw compute: 73.54 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4090 D) vs 65.28 TFLOPS (RTX 5000 Ada Generation). Boost clocks: 2520 MHz vs 2550 MHz. Ray tracing: 114 RT cores (GeForce RTX 4090 D) vs 100 (RTX 5000 Ada Generation) with 456 Tensor cores vs 400.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4090 D	RTX 5000 Ada Generation
G3D Mark Score	30,725+2%	30,269
Architecture	Ada Lovelace	Ada Lovelace
Process Node	5 nm	5 nm
Shading Units	14592+14%	12800
Compute (TFLOPS)	73.54 TFLOPS+13%	65.28 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	2520 MHz	2550 MHz+1%
ROPs	176	176
TMUs	456+14%	400
L1 Cache	14.3 MB+14%	12.5 MB
L2 Cache	72 MB	72 MB
Ray Tracing Cores	114+14%	100
Tensor Cores	456+14%	400

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Both cards support Frame Generation, but the RTX 5000 Ada Generation is on a newer tier with DLSS 4 Multi Frame Generation, while the GeForce RTX 4090 D tops out at DLSS 3.5 + Frame Generation.The RTX 5000 Ada Generation supports the newer DLSS 4 Super Resolution, whereas the GeForce RTX 4090 D is capped at DLSS 3.5 Super Resolution.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4090 D	RTX 5000 Ada Generation
Upscaling Tech	DLSS 3.5 Super Resolution	DLSS 4 Super Resolution
Frame Generation	DLSS 3.5 + Frame Generation	DLSS 4 Multi Frame Generation+14%
Ray Reconstruction	Yes (DLSS 3.5)	Yes (DLSS 4)+14%
Low Latency	NVIDIA Reflex	NVIDIA Reflex

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce RTX 4090 D comes with 24 GB of VRAM, while the RTX 5000 Ada Generation has 32 GB. The RTX 5000 Ada Generation offers 33.3% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 1008 GB/s (GeForce RTX 4090 D) vs 576 GB/s (RTX 5000 Ada Generation) — a 75% advantage for the GeForce RTX 4090 D. Bus width: 384-bit vs 256-bit.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4090 D	RTX 5000 Ada Generation
VRAM Capacity	24 GB	32 GB+33%
Memory Type	GDDR6X	GDDR6 ECC
Memory Bandwidth	1008 GB/s+75%	576 GB/s
Bus Width	384-bit+50%	256-bit
L2 Cache	72 MB	72 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 4090 D) vs 12 Ultimate (RTX 5000 Ada Generation). Vulkan: 1.4 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4090 D	RTX 5000 Ada Generation
DirectX	12 Ultimate	12 Ultimate
Vulkan	1.4+8%	1.3
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	4	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: 2x NVENC (8th Gen) (GeForce RTX 4090 D) vs NVENC (8th Gen) (RTX 5000 Ada Generation). Decoder: NVDEC (5th Gen) vs NVDEC (5th Gen). Supported codecs: H.264,HEVC,AV1,VP9 (GeForce RTX 4090 D) vs AV1,H.264,H.265,VP9 (RTX 5000 Ada Generation).

Feature	GeForce RTX 4090 D	RTX 5000 Ada Generation
Encoder	2x NVENC (8th Gen)	NVENC (8th Gen)
Decoder	NVDEC (5th Gen)	NVDEC (5th Gen)
Codecs	H.264,HEVC,AV1,VP9	AV1,H.264,H.265,VP9

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce RTX 4090 D draws 425W versus the RTX 5000 Ada Generation's 250W — a 51.9% difference. The RTX 5000 Ada Generation is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 850W (GeForce RTX 4090 D) vs 650W (RTX 5000 Ada Generation). Power connectors: 16-pin vs 16-pin. Card length: 304mm vs 267mm, occupying 3 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 78°C vs 80°C.

Feature	GeForce RTX 4090 D	RTX 5000 Ada Generation
TDP	425W	250W-41%
Recommended PSU	850W	650W-24%
Power Connector	16-pin	16-pin
Length	304mm	267mm
Height	137mm	111mm
Slots	3	2-33%
Temp (Load)	78°C-3%	80°C
Perf/Watt	72.3	121.1+67%

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Value Analysis

The GeForce RTX 4090 D launched at $1599 MSRP, while the RTX 5000 Ada Generation launched at $4000. The GeForce RTX 4090 D costs 60% less ($2401 savings) on MSRP. Performance per dollar on MSRP (G3D Mark / MSRP): 19.2 (GeForce RTX 4090 D) vs 7.6 (RTX 5000 Ada Generation) — the GeForce RTX 4090 D offers 152.6% better value.