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GeForce RTX 3090 vs Radeon RX 480
The GeForce RTX 3090 is much faster than the Radeon RX 480 on average across 100+ games. However, it's a much worse value for money, as it's $2,220.05 more expensive!
GeForce RTX 309042% Score
- Up to 381% faster on average across 100+ games
- Is 4 years and 3 months newer
- Up to 555% more expensive – $2,295.00 vs $74.95
Radeon RX 4808% Score
- Up to 555% cheaper – $74.95 vs $2,295.00
- Up to 36% better value for money
FPS Comparison Across Popular Games
Predicted average FPS at 1080p, 1440p, and 4K, based on real game benchmarks.
Specs & Benchmark Comparison
Side-by-side specs, synthetic benchmarks, and key hardware differences.
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GeForce RTX 3090 has 510% more compute power.
Pixel Fillratehelp
GeForce RTX 3090 fills pixels 369% faster.
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GeForce RTX 3090 maps textures 205% faster.
Memory Bandwidthhelp
GeForce RTX 3090 moves data 266% faster.
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-Frequently Asked Questions
compare_arrowsWhich is better, GeForce RTX 3090 or Radeon RX 480?expand_more
The GeForce RTX 3090. It's 425% faster than the Radeon RX 480 on average across 100+ games, scoring 42/100 vs 8/100 in our gaming rating.
speedHow much faster is GeForce RTX 3090 than Radeon RX 480?expand_more
425% faster on average. The gap varies by game and resolution, check the per-game FPS comparison above.
aspect_ratioWhich is better for 1440p and 4K gaming, GeForce RTX 3090 or Radeon RX 480?expand_more
The GeForce RTX 3090 is faster at both resolutions. At 4K, VRAM matters more, check the specs section to compare memory. Toggle the resolution selector above to see per-game FPS.
paidIs the GeForce RTX 3090 worth buying in 2026?expand_more
It scores 42/100 in our gaming rating, faster than most GPUs on the market. Good buy if the price is right.
differenceWhat is the difference between GeForce RTX 3090 and Radeon RX 480?expand_more
Performance: GeForce RTX 3090 scores 42/100, Radeon RX 480 scores 8/100. They also differ in VRAM, memory bandwidth, power draw, and compute performance. Full breakdown in the specs section above.
compressWill the GeForce RTX 3090 or Radeon RX 480 bottleneck my PC?expand_more
Depends on the rest of your build, especially your CPU. Swap the paired CPU in the FPS section above to see if it limits performance, or use our bottleneck calculator for a full analysis.
upgradeIs it worth upgrading to the GeForce RTX 3090 or Radeon RX 480?expand_more
The GeForce RTX 3090 is the stronger pick at 42/100. Compare your current GPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.
memoryDoes VRAM matter when comparing the GeForce RTX 3090 and Radeon RX 480?expand_more
Yes, more VRAM helps at higher resolutions and in modded games. Check the specs section above to compare memory capacity and bandwidth between both GPUs.
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