L40 vs GeForce RTX 5090
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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 L40
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 5090
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 5090 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 19.2% higher G3D Mark score. However, the L40 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | L40 | GeForce RTX 5090 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-19.2%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+19.2%) |
| Longevity | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) / 4nm) | 🏆Elite Architecture (Blackwell 2.0 (2025−2026) / 5nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support |
| VRAM | 🎮 High Capacity (48 GB) | 🎮 High Capacity (32 GB) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (267mm) | Standard Size (304mm) |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 5090 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $2,700 versus $8,174 for the L40, it costs 67% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 260.9% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | L40 | GeForce RTX 5090 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+260.9%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($8,174) | ✅More affordable ($2,700) |
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.
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Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of L40 and GeForce RTX 5090
L40
The L40 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in October 13 2022. It features the Ada Lovelace architecture. The core clock ranges from 735 MHz to 2490 MHz. It has 18176 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 300W. Manufactured using 4 nm process technology. It features 142 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 32,601 points.
GeForce RTX 5090
The GeForce RTX 5090 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 30 2025. It features the Blackwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 2017 MHz to 2407 MHz. It has 21760 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 575W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 170 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 38,867 points. Launch price was $1,999.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the L40 scores 32,601 versus the GeForce RTX 5090's 38,867 — the GeForce RTX 5090 leads by 19.2%. The L40 is built on Ada Lovelace while the GeForce RTX 5090 uses Blackwell 2.0, both on 4 nm vs 5 nm. Shader units: 18,176 (L40) vs 21,760 (GeForce RTX 5090). Raw compute: 90.52 TFLOPS (L40) vs 104.8 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 5090). Boost clocks: 2490 MHz vs 2407 MHz. Ray tracing: 142 RT cores (L40) vs 170 (GeForce RTX 5090) with 568 Tensor cores vs 680.
| Feature | L40 | GeForce RTX 5090 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 32,601 | 38,867+19% |
| Architecture | Ada Lovelace | Blackwell 2.0 |
| Process Node | 4 nm | 5 nm |
| Shading Units | 18176 | 21760+20% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 90.52 TFLOPS | 104.8 TFLOPS+16% |
| Boost Clock | 2490 MHz+3% | 2407 MHz |
| ROPs | 192+9% | 176 |
| TMUs | 568 | 680+20% |
| L1 Cache | 17.8 MB | 21.3 MB+20% |
| L2 Cache | 96 MB | 96 MB |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 142 | 170+20% |
| Tensor Cores | 568 | 680+20% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | L40 | GeForce RTX 5090 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The L40 comes with 48 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 5090 has 32 GB. The L40 offers 50% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 960 GB/s (L40) vs 1792 GB/s (GeForce RTX 5090) — a 86.7% advantage for the GeForce RTX 5090. Bus width: 384-bit vs 512-bit.
| Feature | L40 | GeForce RTX 5090 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 48 GB+50% | 32 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR7 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 960 GB/s | 1792 GB/s+87% |
| Bus Width | 384-bit | 512-bit+33% |
| L2 Cache | 96 MB | 96 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12.2 (L40) vs 12.2 (GeForce RTX 5090). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.4. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | L40 | GeForce RTX 5090 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12.2 | 12.2 |
| Vulkan | 1.3 | 1.4+8% |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC 8th Gen (L40) vs 9th Gen NVENC (2x) (GeForce RTX 5090). Decoder: NVDEC 5th Gen vs 6th Gen NVDEC. Supported codecs: AV1,HEVC,H.264,VP9 (L40) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (GeForce RTX 5090).
| Feature | L40 | GeForce RTX 5090 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 8th Gen | 9th Gen NVENC (2x) |
| Decoder | NVDEC 5th Gen | 6th Gen NVDEC |
| Codecs | AV1,HEVC,H.264,VP9 | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 |
Power & Dimensions
The L40 draws 300W versus the GeForce RTX 5090's 575W — a 62.9% difference. The L40 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 750W (L40) vs 1000W (GeForce RTX 5090). Power connectors: 16-pin vs 16-pin (12VHPWR). Card length: 267mm vs 304mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 80°C vs 85°C.
| Feature | L40 | GeForce RTX 5090 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 300W-48% | 575W |
| Recommended PSU | 750W-25% | 1000W |
| Power Connector | 16-pin | 16-pin (12VHPWR) |
| Length | 267mm | 304mm |
| Height | 111mm | 137mm |
| Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 80°C-6% | 85°C |
| Perf/Watt | 108.7+61% | 67.6 |
Value Analysis
The L40 launched at $31000 MSRP and currently averages $8174, while the GeForce RTX 5090 launched at $1999 and now averages $2700. The GeForce RTX 5090 costs 67% less ($5474 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 4.0 (L40) vs 14.4 (GeForce RTX 5090) — the GeForce RTX 5090 offers 260% better value. The GeForce RTX 5090 is the newer GPU (2025 vs 2022).
| Feature | L40 | GeForce RTX 5090 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $31000 | $1999-94% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $8174 | $2700-67% |
| Performance per Dollar | 4.0 | 14.4+260% |
| Codename | AD102 | GB202 |
| Release | October 13 2022 | January 30 2025 |
| Ranking | #61 | #3 |
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