GeForce RTX 4090 D vs RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell
GeForce RTX 4090 D
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About G3D Mark
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.
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Performance Per Dollar
Performance Per Dollar RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.8% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (48 GB vs 24 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce RTX 4090 D.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 4090 D | RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.8%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.8%) |
| Longevity | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) / 5nm) | 🏆Elite Architecture (Blackwell 2.0 (2025−2026) / 5nm) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (24 GB) | 🎮 High Capacity (48 GB) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (304mm) | Standard Size (267mm) |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 4090 D offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $1,599 versus $4,799 for the RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell, it costs 67% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 197.8% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce RTX 4090 D | RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+197.8%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($1,599) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($4,799) |
Performance Check
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 7800X3D 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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of GeForce RTX 4090 D and RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell
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 PRO 5000 Blackwell
The RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 18 2025. It features the Blackwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1740 MHz to 2377 MHz. It has 14080 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 300W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 110 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 30,968 points.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce RTX 4090 D scores 30,725 and the RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell reaches 30,968 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.8% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce RTX 4090 D is built on Ada Lovelace while the RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell uses Blackwell 2.0, both on a 5 nm process. Shader units: 14,592 (GeForce RTX 4090 D) vs 14,080 (RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell). Raw compute: 73.54 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4090 D) vs 66.94 TFLOPS (RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell). Boost clocks: 2520 MHz vs 2377 MHz. Ray tracing: 114 RT cores (GeForce RTX 4090 D) vs 110 (RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell) with 456 Tensor cores vs 440.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4090 D | RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 30,725 | 30,968 |
| Architecture | Ada Lovelace | Blackwell 2.0 |
| Process Node | 5 nm | 5 nm |
| Shading Units | 14592+4% | 14080 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 73.54 TFLOPS+10% | 66.94 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 2520 MHz+6% | 2377 MHz |
| ROPs | 176 | 176 |
| TMUs | 456+4% | 440 |
| L1 Cache | 14.3 MB+4% | 13.8 MB |
| L2 Cache | 72 MB | 96 MB+33% |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 114+4% | 110 |
| Tensor Cores | 456+4% | 440 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
A critical advantage for the GeForce RTX 4090 D is support for DLSS 3 Frame Gen. This allows it to generate entire frames using AI/Algorithms, essentially doubling the frame rate in CPU-bound scenarios or heavy ray-tracing titles. The RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell lacks specific hardware/driver support for this native frame generation tier.The GeForce RTX 4090 D gives access to NVIDIA DLSS (Deep Learning Super Sampling), widely regarding as the superior upscaling method for image quality. The RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4090 D | RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | DLSS 3.5 | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | DLSS 3.0 (Native) | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | Yes (DLSS 3.5) | No |
| Low Latency | NVIDIA Reflex | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce RTX 4090 D comes with 24 GB of VRAM, while the RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell has 48 GB. The RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 1008 GB/s (GeForce RTX 4090 D) vs 1024 GB/s (RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell) — a 1.6% advantage for the RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell. Bus width: 384-bit vs 384-bit. L2 Cache: 72 MB (GeForce RTX 4090 D) vs 96 MB (RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell) — the RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4090 D | RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 24 GB | 48 GB+100% |
| Memory Type | GDDR6X | GDDR7 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 1008 GB/s | 1024 GB/s+2% |
| Bus Width | 384-bit | 384-bit |
| L2 Cache | 72 MB | 96 MB+33% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 4090 D) vs 12 Ultimate (RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell). Vulkan: 1.4 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4090 D | RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 Ultimate | 12 Ultimate |
| Vulkan | 1.4+8% | 1.3 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: 2x NVENC (8th Gen) (GeForce RTX 4090 D) vs NVENC (9th Gen) (RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell). Decoder: NVDEC (5th Gen) vs NVDEC (6th Gen). Supported codecs: H.264,HEVC,AV1,VP9 (GeForce RTX 4090 D) vs H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1 (RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4090 D | RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | 2x NVENC (8th Gen) | NVENC (9th Gen) |
| Decoder | NVDEC (5th Gen) | NVDEC (6th Gen) |
| Codecs | H.264,HEVC,AV1,VP9 | H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce RTX 4090 D draws 425W versus the RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell's 300W — a 34.5% difference. The RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 850W (GeForce RTX 4090 D) vs 650W (RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell). Power connectors: 16-pin vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 304mm vs 267mm, occupying 3 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 78°C vs 75.
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4090 D | RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 425W | 300W-29% |
| Recommended PSU | 850W | 650W-24% |
| Power Connector | 16-pin | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 304mm | 267mm |
| Height | 137mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 3 | 2-33% |
| Temp (Load) | 78°C | 75-4% |
| Perf/Watt | 72.3 | 103.2+43% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce RTX 4090 D launched at $1599 MSRP, while the RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell launched at $6999 and now averages $4799. The RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell is the newer GPU (2025 vs 2023).
| Feature | GeForce RTX 4090 D | RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1599-77% | $6999 |
| Avg Price (30d) | — | $4799 |
| Codename | AD102 | GB202 |
| Release | December 28 2023 | March 18 2025 |
| Ranking | #14 | #13 |
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