GPU Comparison

RTX 5090 vs RTX 4090: Generational Leap or Iteration?

Blackwell vs Lovelace. We compare the raw specs and hierarchy data to see if the upgrade is worth it.

NVIDIA

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090

Score 260
VRAM 32GB
Price $1999
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NVIDIA

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090

Score 230
VRAM 24GB
Price $1599
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Verdict

The RTX 5090's 100% hierarchy score vs the 4090's 80% (at 4K) represents a significant jump. However, at $1,999 vs $1,599 MSRP, you are paying a premium for that 20% lead. Buy the 5090 only if you are targeting 4K Ultra or AI workloads.