GeForce RTX 4090 vs GeForce RTX 5090 — Gaming Performance Comparison
Which GPU runs more games? Side-by-side benchmark comparison based on 128 tested games.
GeForce RTX 5090 wins — 35% faster with a score of 52,150 vs 38,628
GeForce RTX 4090
NVIDIA
Score 38,628
VRAM 24 GB
Can Run 128 games
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Winner
GeForce RTX 5090
NVIDIA
Score 52,150
VRAM 32 GB
Can Run 128 games
Benchmark Score Comparison
Games by Grade
How many games each GPU handles at each performance tier
Grade GeForce RTX 4090 GeForce RTX 5090
S 108 126
A 18 2
B 2 0
C 0 0
D 0 0
F 0 0
Frequently Asked Questions
Is GeForce RTX 4090 better than GeForce RTX 5090?
No, the GeForce RTX 5090 is 35% faster than the GeForce RTX 4090 with a benchmark score of 52,150 vs 38,628. It can run 128 games at playable settings compared to 128 for the GeForce RTX 4090.
Which GPU runs more games?
The GeForce RTX 5090 can run more games overall. It handles 128 games at B grade or better, while the GeForce RTX 4090 handles 128. The difference is most noticeable in demanding AAA titles.
Should I upgrade from GeForce RTX 5090 to GeForce RTX 4090?
With a 35% performance difference, upgrading from the GeForce RTX 5090 to the GeForce RTX 4090 would be a significant improvement that unlocks 0 additional games at playable settings.