RTXA5000-6Q
VS
Radeon HD 4890

RTXA5000-6Q vs Radeon HD 4890

NVIDIA

RTXA5000-6Q

2021Core: 1170 MHzBoost: 1695 MHz
VS
AMD

Radeon HD 4890

2009Core: 850 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

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.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. The RTXA5000-6Q is positioned at rank #374 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar RTXA5000-6Q

#357
Tesla K20m
MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55
24218%
#372
Quadro 6000
MSRP: $4399|Avg: $150
100%
#373
GRID M6-0B
MSRP: $1500|Avg: $100
100%
#374
RTXA5000-6Q
MSRP: $2500|Avg: $2500
100%
#375
GRID M10-1B
MSRP: $2500|Avg: $150
98%
#376
Tesla K40c
MSRP: $7699|Avg: $500
95%
#377
Quadro FX 4800
MSRP: $1799|Avg: $80
92%
#378
Tesla M2090
MSRP: $2500|Avg: $40
92%
#379
GRID K180Q
MSRP: $1000|Avg: $1000
87%
#380
GRID K2
MSRP: $5199|Avg: $80
87%
#381
Quadro CX
MSRP: $1999|Avg: $500
77%
#382
GRID P100-8Q
MSRP: $7374|Avg: $550
72%
#383
Quadro FX 550
MSRP: $150|Avg: $10
70%
#384
Quadro FX 350
MSRP: $199|Avg: $15
70%
#385
Tesla M2070
MSRP: $3099|Avg: $50
69%
#386
GRID V100D-8Q
MSRP: $10000|Avg: $10000
69%
#387
GRID M10-0Q
MSRP: $2000|Avg: $150
66%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The RTXA5000-6Q is significantly newer (2021 vs 2009). The RTXA5000-6Q likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Radeon HD 4890 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Radeon HD 4890 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.6% higher G3D Mark score and 300% more VRAM (2 GB vs 512 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the RTXA5000-6Q.

InsightRTXA5000-6QRadeon HD 4890
Performance
Lower raw frame rates (-1.6%)
Leading raw performance (+1.6%)
Longevity
🏆Elite Architecture (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm)
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2009 / TeraScale (2005−2013))
Ecosystem
✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support
Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM
❌ Less VRAM capacity
✅ More VRAM (+300%)
Efficiency
⚡ Higher Power Consumption
💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit

💎 Value Proposition

The Radeon HD 4890 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $25 versus $2,500 for the RTXA5000-6Q, it costs 99% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 10057.7% higher cost efficiency score.

InsightRTXA5000-6QRadeon HD 4890
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Better overall value (+10057.7%)
Upfront Cost
⚠️Higher upfront cost ($2,500)
More affordable ($25)

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 RTXA5000-6Q and Radeon HD 4890

NVIDIA

RTXA5000-6Q

The RTXA5000-6Q is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in April 12 2021. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1170 MHz to 1695 MHz. It has 8192 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 230W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 64 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,522 points.

AMD

Radeon HD 4890

The Radeon HD 4890 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in April 2 2009. It features the TeraScale architecture. The core clock speed is 850 MHz. It has 800 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 190W. Manufactured using 55 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,546 points. Launch price was $249.

Graphics Performance

The RTXA5000-6Q scores 1,522 and the Radeon HD 4890 reaches 1,546 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.6% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The RTXA5000-6Q is built on Ampere while the Radeon HD 4890 uses TeraScale, both on 8 nm vs 55 nm. Shader units: 8,192 (RTXA5000-6Q) vs 800 (Radeon HD 4890). Raw compute: 27.77 TFLOPS (RTXA5000-6Q) vs 1.36 TFLOPS (Radeon HD 4890).

FeatureRTXA5000-6QRadeon HD 4890
G3D Mark Score
1,522
1,546+2%
Architecture
Ampere
TeraScale
Process Node
8 nm
55 nm
Shading Units
8192+924%
800
Compute (TFLOPS)
27.77 TFLOPS+1942%
1.36 TFLOPS
ROPs
96+500%
16
TMUs
256+540%
40
L1 Cache
8 MB+4900%
0.16 MB
L2 Cache
6 MB+2300%
0.25 MB

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureRTXA5000-6QRadeon HD 4890
Upscaling Tech
FSR 1.0 (Software)
FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation
Not Supported
Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction
No
No
Low Latency
NVIDIA Reflex
AMD Anti-Lag
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Video Memory (VRAM)

The RTXA5000-6Q comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the Radeon HD 4890 has 2 GB. The Radeon HD 4890 offers 300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 6 MB (RTXA5000-6Q) vs 0.25 MB (Radeon HD 4890) — the RTXA5000-6Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

FeatureRTXA5000-6QRadeon HD 4890
VRAM Capacity
0.5 GB
2 GB+300%
Memory Type
GDDR5
GDDR5
Bus Width
64-bit
64-bit
L2 Cache
6 MB+2300%
0.25 MB
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Power & Dimensions

The RTXA5000-6Q draws 230W versus the Radeon HD 4890's 190W — a 19% difference. The Radeon HD 4890 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (RTXA5000-6Q) vs 500W (Radeon HD 4890). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 2x 6-pin.

FeatureRTXA5000-6QRadeon HD 4890
TDP
230W
190W-17%
Recommended PSU
350W-30%
500W
Power Connector
PCIe-powered
2x 6-pin
Perf/Watt
6.6
8.1+23%
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Value Analysis

The RTXA5000-6Q launched at $2500 MSRP and currently averages $2500, while the Radeon HD 4890 launched at $249 and now averages $25. The Radeon HD 4890 costs 99% less ($2475 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 0.6 (RTXA5000-6Q) vs 61.8 (Radeon HD 4890) — the Radeon HD 4890 offers 10200% better value. The RTXA5000-6Q is the newer GPU (2021 vs 2009).

FeatureRTXA5000-6QRadeon HD 4890
MSRP
$2500
$249-90%
Avg Price (30d)
$2500
$25-99%
Performance per Dollar
0.6
61.8+10200%
Codename
GA102
RV790
Release
April 12 2021
April 2 2009
Ranking
#53
#762