Radeon HD 6990M
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Radeon HD 6990M

AMD

G3D Mark

3,264

July 12 2011
100 Watt
TeraScale 2 (2009−2015)

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.

Overview

The Radeon HD 6990M is manufactured by AMD. It was released in July 12 2011. It features the TeraScale 2 architecture. The core clock speed is 715 MHz. It has 1120 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 100W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,264 points.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. The Radeon HD 6990M is positioned at rank #233 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 Radeon HD 6990M

#53
Radeon RX 6850M XT
MSRP: $800|Avg: $800
100%
#54
Radeon RX 6800S
MSRP: $800|Avg: $800
91%
#223
Radeon RX 550X (móvel)
MSRP: $35|Avg: $35
499%
#225
452%
#226
451%
#230
GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50
410%
#231
Radeon RX 6300
MSRP: $60|Avg: $40
407%
#233
Radeon HD 6990M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A
100%
#235
Radeon RX 540
MSRP: $99|Avg: $40
99%
#236
Radeon HD 6750M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $60
98%
#237
Radeon HD 7570M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $15
97%
#239
GeForce MX570 A
MSRP: $300|Avg: $300
95%
#240
Arc Graphics 130T
MSRP: $300|Avg: $250
95%
#242
GeForce GT 645
MSRP: $99|Avg: $15
93%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Radeon HD 6990M specifications and capabilities.

Graphics Performance

The Radeon HD 6990M scores 3,264 in the G3D Mark benchmark (the standard measure of rasterization GPU performance), placing it in the Entry Level tier as a Legacy generation graphics card. It is built on the TeraScale 2 (2009−2015) architecture (codename: Blackcomb), manufactured on a 40 nm process— smaller process nodes improve power efficiency and transistor density. It packs 1120 shader units (the primary compute units for rendering pixels), 56 TMUs (texture mapping units), and 32 ROPs (render output units that handle final pixel output). Raw FP32 compute power: 1.602 TFLOPS — this measures the theoretical peak floating-point performance.

SpecificationRadeon HD 6990M
G3D MarkPassMark 3D graphics benchmark score3,264
ArchitectureGPU microarchitecture generationTeraScale 2 (2009−2015)
CodenameInternal GPU die codenameBlackcomb
Manufacturing ProcessFabrication node — smaller = more efficient40 nm
Shader UnitsCore compute units for rendering/compute1120
TMUsTexture Mapping Units — handle texture sampling56
ROPsRender Output Units — final pixel/color blending32
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum GPU frequency715 MHz
Compute (FP32)Peak single-precision floating-point performance1.602 TFLOPS
Texture Fill RateTextures processed per second40.04 GTexel/s
PCIe InterfaceCPU↔GPU data link generationIGP
Transistor Count1,700 million
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking#691
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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Radeon HD 6990M is equipped with 2 GB of Shared video memory connected via a System memory bus, delivering System of bandwidth.

SpecificationRadeon HD 6990M
VRAM SizeVideo memory capacity — more = better for high-res textures2 GB
VRAM TypeMemory technology generationShared
Memory BusWidth of data path — wider = more bandwidthSystem
BandwidthMaximum data throughput between GPU and VRAMSystem
L1 Cache224 kB
L2 Cache512 kB

Advanced Features & APIs

The Radeon HD 6990M supports modern upscaling and frame generation technologies: FidelityFX Super Resolution — these can dramatically boost effective FPS by generating intermediate frames or upscaling from lower internal resolution.

SpecificationRadeon HD 6990M
FSR Frame Generation❌ Not Supported
AMD Fluid Motion Frames❌ Not Supported
FidelityFX Super Resolution✅ Supported
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Display & Media

Display outputs: .

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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon HD 6990M draws 100 Watt under load (TDP) — a 350W PSU minimum is recommended. Power connector: 1x 6-pin.

SpecificationRadeon HD 6990M
TDPPower consumption under load100 Watt
Recommended PSUMinimum power supply wattage350W
Power ConnectorRequired PCIe power cable type1x 6-pin
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Value Analysis

It holds Rank #233 in the cost-benefit ranking — a comprehensive score that weighs raw performance against current market pricing. Overall performance ranking position: #691 among all indexed GPUs.

SpecificationRadeon HD 6990M
Cost-Benefit RankOverall value ranking position#233
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking#691
Release DateJuly 12 2011
Release Year2011

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