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Comparisons of GPUs and CPUs

Pick two models — we will show which is better for your needs. Prices, FPS in games, a verdict. An objective comparison with no marketing fluff.

🔥 Popular comparisons

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GeForce RTX 5090 vs RTX 4090
NVIDIA flagship comparison
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GeForce RTX 5080 vs Radeon RX 9070 XT
Top NVIDIA vs top AMD
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RTX 4070 Super vs RX 7800 XT
Best value in the mid-high segment
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RTX 5070 vs RTX 4070 Super
New generation vs previous

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Database: 160 graphics cards & 456 processors · possible combinations: 232 920

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Why GPU/CPU comparisons matter

When you choose a component for an upgrade, the marketing from NVIDIA, AMD and Intel only talks about the advantages of their own products. Only an independent comparison in the same games and scenarios gives the real picture. FPSHQ uses data from TechPowerUp, GamersNexus, Hardware Unboxed and Digital Foundry — independent reviewers with a long-standing reputation.

What you get in a comparison

  • Full specs side by side: CUDA/Stream Processors, clocks, VRAM, TDP, process node — everything that matters for a decision.
  • Progress bars: you can see visually who is stronger and by how much in each category.
  • Prices: factoring in the markups of popular stores.
  • FPS in the same games: Cyberpunk 2077, Helldivers 2, MHW, PoE 2, Elden Ring, CS2 at 1080p/1440p/4K with Ultra/RT settings.
  • Verdict: our expert assessment of "what to choose for your needs".

Frequently asked questions about comparisons

How do comparisons on FPSHQ work?
Pick two models — GPU or CPU — and press "Compare". We show specs side by side, advantage progress bars, prices, FPS in the same games and our "what to choose" verdict. All data is current at the time of comparison.
Which pairs are worth comparing?
Usually people compare: 1) a card of one generation with a rival brand; 2) cards of different generations in the same price range; 3) the current card with a potential upgrade. Comparing an RTX 5090 with a GTX 1660 makes no sense — too different in class.
Why do comparisons include "FPS in games"?
It is the most important section. Pure synthetic benchmarks often do not reflect real gaming. NVIDIA and AMD in the same price range can show different results in Cyberpunk 2077 (NVIDIA better due to DLSS+RT) and Helldivers 2 (AMD better due to pure rasterization).
How do I compare CPUs?
The same way: pick two processors and compare. It is especially useful to compare top AMD vs top Intel (Ryzen 7 9800X3D vs Core Ultra 9 285K) — you will see which is better in games, work and efficiency. AMD X3D chips usually win in pure gaming.
Can I compare a GPU with a CPU?
No, that makes no sense — they are different components. If you want to check whether a powerful GPU will be held back by a weak CPU, use the bottleneck calculator.
Are prices taken into account?
Yes, but prices are approximate — check the current price with the seller. The comparison shows the average price and the "how much extra for +10% performance" difference. That is often the deciding factor.
What does "Winner" mean?
The winner is determined by a composite score: performance (45%), price (25%), technologies (15%), efficiency (10%), VRAM/cache (5%). Different models win in different categories — we show this explicitly.
Can I compare old and new models?
Yes, it is even useful if you have an old GPU/CPU and are thinking about an upgrade. The comparison shows the FPS gain and whether it is worth the money. Often a one-generation upgrade gives +25–35% FPS, and two generations +60–80%.
What if a model is missing?
The FPSHQ catalog has 1,800+ graphics cards and 900+ processors. If you cannot find one, message Telegram @denissatoshi and we will add it in 1–2 days. Especially for new releases or exotics like Intel Arc.
How much FPS will an upgrade add?
Compare your current card with the intended upgrade. The calculator shows the bench_score difference, which gives the approximate FPS gain in a typical game. For example, RTX 3060 → RTX 4070 Super = +85% FPS, RTX 4070 → RTX 5070 = +25–30%.
Where can I find historical data?
Each GPU/CPU page lists the release year and the launch price. Our blog also has articles on the evolution of each series (the RTX 40 story, the Ryzen 7000 story) with tests in current games.

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Key figures

Unique FPSHQ metrics from this page's data

121
reference GPU models
456
CPUs in the catalogue
7,260
GPU pairs to compare
55,176
GPU + CPU pairs in the bottleneck calculator
191,286
games in the database
52,856
FPS measurement rows in the database
1,401
online PC tests completed

Reference GPUs by FPSHQ tier

S — 4K Ultra, A — 1440p Ultra, B — 1440p High, C — 1080p High, D — 1080p Medium, F — only old and esports games.

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In short

What does FPSHQ compare and on which data?

FPSHQ comparisons cover 7,260 pairs of reference GPUs and every pair of catalogue CPUs (456 models): performance score, FPS at 1080p/1440p/4K from one model, FPS in a specific game (191,286 games), TDP, VRAM, price and cost per FPS. Every number comes from the FPSHQ catalogue and model (FPS measurements: 106 independent measurements and 4,800 rows of aggregated review data; model estimates: 47,950), not marketing material.

reference GPU models
121
CPUs in the catalogue
456
GPU pairs to compare
7,260
GPU + CPU pairs in the bottleneck calculator
55,176
updated · source: methodology, FPSHQ model estimate

Methodology and sources

This page uses the FPSHQ database: the GPU and CPU catalogue with synthetic benchmark scores, official game system requirements, FPS measurements from users of the FPSHQ app and the FPSHQ performance model. Calculated values are estimates, not a measurement of your exact configuration: the real result depends on drivers, settings and the rest of the hardware. More about the methodology →

Sources:
FPSHQ Team · Data updated