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INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090 X3 review: 117 specs compared

Avg. price:~£2,030VRAM:24 GBMemory bus width:384 bitThermal Design Power (TDP):450 W

INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090 X3 Review: Compare 117 technical specifications and 2 expert reviews to see how this product ranks in the Graphics cards category and whether it is worth buying.

INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090 X3
8.4/10

Overall score

Score
8.4/ 10
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What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, expert reviews, best-of lists and owners.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 40%, Reviews score 25%, List score 25%, Sentiment score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 91% of models
Score components

40%

9.1

Technical score

25%

7.8

Reviews score

25%

?

List scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 7.5, the mark of a weaker model in this category

10%

9.0

Sentiment score

★Better than 91% of graphics cards
6.2

Value for money

Value for money
6.2/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the graphics card's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a graphics card that offers a strong balance of performance, features, and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
Score components

70%

8.4

Overall score

30%

1.0

Price

â–¼Worse than 93%
9.1

Technical score

Technical score
9.1/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 40% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 88% of models
Score components

44%

9.8

Performance

24%

9.3

Memory

12%

6.8

Power

11%

9.7

Features

5%

5.0

Design

4%

9.6

Connectivity

â–²Better than 88%
7.8

Reviews score

Reviews score
7.8/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.6 for now.
Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 55% of models

80%

8.1

Average grade

20%

6.5

Popularity

Grades by review (2)
2 reviews: 1 with a printed score, 1 estimated from the review. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
â–¼Worse than 55%
?

List score

List score
7.5/ 10
✕
What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 25% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (0)
Not in any best-of list yet, so this part counts as 7.5. Models in a list get 8 to 10.
Not in any best-of list yet
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Where to buy
    N/A~ £2,030
Best rankings
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.

What owners say about the INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090 X3

Based on 241 owners sharing their experience in online comments

78%positive9%mixed13%negative

Owners praise its exceptional gaming speed and longevity, while power draw and occasional driver problems remain the main drawbacks.

What owners dislike

  • Owners say frame rates can fall short in some demanding games and settings, especially at 4K or on very high-resolution VR headsets, where some need to drop settings badly.3
  • Owners report driver crashes, display errors and black screens at launch, and some features such as DLSS 3 frame generation not appearing for some users.3

Points mentioned by at least 3 owners, most mentioned first.

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Technical Specifications of graphics card INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090 X3

Technical score
Technical score
9.1/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 40% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 88% of models
Score components:

44%

9.8

Performance

24%

9.3

Memory

12%

6.8

Power

11%

9.7

Features

5%

5.0

Design

4%

9.6

Connectivity

9.1
Reviews score
7.8
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
6.2/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the graphics card's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a graphics card that offers a strong balance of performance, features, and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
Score components:

70%

8.4

Overall score

30%

1.0

Price

6.2
3DMark Time Spy benchmark score
34,000 points
Market range: <4.1k points – >30.1k points
INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 scores 34,000 points in 3DMark Time Spy, which is higher than 93.4% of graphics cards and equal to 0.1% of graphics cards.
3DMark Port Royal score
30,242 points
Market range: <0 points – >22.4k points
INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 scores 30,242 points in 3DMark Port Royal, which is higher than 97.2% of graphics cards and equal to 0.1% of graphics cards.
PassMark (G3D) result
39,128 points
Market range: <7.7k points – >36k points
INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 scores 39,128 points in PassMark G3D, which is higher than 97% of graphics cards and equal to 0.9% of graphics cards.
PassMark (DirectCompute) result
26,333 points
Market range: <3.1k points – >26.3k points
INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 scores 26,333 points in PassMark DirectCompute, which is higher than 88% of graphics cards and equal to 2.7% of graphics cards.
FP32 performance
82.58 TFLOPS
Market range: <3.94 TFLOPS – >56.3 TFLOPS
INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 delivers 82.58 TFLOPS FP32 performance, which is higher than that of 94.3% of graphics cards and equal to that of 1.2% of graphics cards.
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VRAM
24 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 has 24 GB of VRAM, which is more than 91.2% of graphics cards and equal to 5.5% of graphics cards.
Memory type
GDDR6X
INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 uses GDDR6X memory, which is newer than on 57.1% of graphics cards and equal to 22.4% of graphics cards.
Memory bus width
384 bit
Market range: <128 bit – >384 bit
INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 uses a 384 bit memory bus, which is wider than that of 89.7% of graphics cards and equal to that of 7% of graphics cards.
Maximum memory bandwidth
1,008 GB/s
Market range: <168 GB/s – >960 GB/s
INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 reaches 1,008 GB/s memory bandwidth, which is higher than that of 94% of graphics cards and equal to that of 2.9% of graphics cards.
Effective memory speed
21,000 MHz
Market range: <7k MHz – >28k MHz
INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 reaches an effective memory speed of 21,000 MHz, which is faster than that of 61.2% of graphics cards and equal to that of 12.4% of graphics cards.
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PCI Express (PCIe) version
4
INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 supports PCIe 4, which is newer than on 22.5% of graphics cards and equal to 50.5% of graphics cards.
PCIe lanes
x16
INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 uses x16 PCIe lanes, which is more than 24.1% of graphics cards and equal to 75.9% of graphics cards.
DirectX version
12 Ultimate
INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 supports DirectX 12 Ultimate, which is more advanced than on 22.8% of graphics cards and equal to 77.2% of graphics cards.
Vulkan version
1.4
INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 supports Vulkan 1.4, which is more advanced than on 20.8% of graphics cards and equal to 79.2% of graphics cards.
OpenGL version
4.6
INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 supports OpenGL 4.6, which is more advanced than on 2% of graphics cards and equal to 98% of graphics cards.
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Max displays supported
4
Market range: <4 – >4
INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 supports up to 4 displays, which is more than 9% of graphics cards and equal to 88.2% of graphics cards.
Max digital resolution
7680x4320
INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 supports a maximum digital resolution of 7680x4320, which is higher than that of 9.2% of graphics cards and equal to that of 90.9% of graphics cards.
DisplayPort outputs
3
Market range: <1 – >3
INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 offers 3 DisplayPort outputs, which is more than 21.7% of graphics cards and equal to 76% of graphics cards.
DisplayPort version
1.4a
INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 supports DisplayPort 1.4a, which is more advanced than on 19.3% of graphics cards and equal to 46.3% of graphics cards.
DisplayPort link rates
32.4 Gbps
Market range: <5.4 Gbps – >80 Gbps
INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 supports DisplayPort link rates up to 32.4 Gbps, which is faster than on 56.6% of graphics cards and equal to 20.9% of graphics cards.
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Thermal Design Power (TDP)
450 W
Market range: <86 W – >360 W
INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 has a TDP of 450 W, which is higher than that of 94.3% of graphics cards and equal to that of 2.9% of graphics cards.
Power consumption while under peak load
470 W
Market range: <106 W – >365 W
INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 draws 470 W under peak load, which is higher than 96% of graphics cards.
Recommended PSU wattage
850 W
Market range: <450 W – >850 W
INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 recommends a 850 W PSU, which is higher than that of 83.6% of graphics cards and equal to that of 11.9% of graphics cards.
Board power limit
450 W
Market range: <107 W – >400 W
INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 has a board power limit of 450 W, which is higher than that of 92.5% of graphics cards and equal to that of 2.6% of graphics cards.
PCIe power spec
450 W
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Size
336x 145x 60 mm
Length
336 mm
Market range: <200 mm – >337 mm
INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 is 336 mm long, which is longer than 88.1% of graphics cards and equal in length to 1.9% of graphics cards.
Height
145 mm
Market range: <109 mm – >146 mm
INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 is 145 mm tall, which is taller than 88.8% of graphics cards and equal in height to 0.7% of graphics cards.
Slot width
3 slot/s
Market range: <2 slot/s – >3.25 slot/s
INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 occupies 3 slot/s, which is wider than 70.7% of graphics cards and equal in width to 16.8% of graphics cards.
Weight
2040 g
Market range: <541 g – >2k g
INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 weighs 2040 g, which is heavier than 91.5% of Graphics cards and equal to 0.1% of Graphics cards.
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INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090 X3 vs the average graphics card

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  • 88 more compute units
    INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 has more compute units than the average graphics card (128 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 compute units.
    128 vs 40
  • 88 more ray tracing cores
    INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 has more ray tracing cores than the average graphics card (128 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 ray tracing cores.
    128 vs 40
  • 2.25x higher memory bandwidth
    INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 has a higher memory bandwidth than the average graphics card (1,008 GB/s vs 448 GB/s). The average graphics card has a memory bandwidth of 448 GB/s.
    1,008 GB/s vs 448 GB/s
  • 12 GB more VRAM
    INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 has more VRAM than the average graphics card (24 GB vs 12 GB). The average graphics card has 12 GB VRAM.
    24 GB vs 12 GB
  • 3.41x higher texture rate
    INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 has a higher texture rate than the average graphics card (1,290.2 GTexel/s vs 378 GTexel/s). The average graphics card has a texture rate of 378 GTexel/s.
    1,290.2 GTexel/s vs 378 GTexel/s
  • 192 bit wider memory bus
    INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 has a wider memory bus than the average graphics card (384 bit vs 192 bit). The average graphics card has a memory bus width of 192 bit.
    384 bit vs 192 bit
  • 112 more ROPs
    INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 has more ROPs than the average graphics card (176 vs 64). The average graphics card has 64 ROPs.
    176 vs 64
  • 328 more TMUs
    INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 has more TMUs than the average graphics card (512 vs 184). The average graphics card has 184 TMUs.
    512 vs 184
  • 8.3% higher review score
    Reviews score
    7.8/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.6 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–¼ Worse than 55% of models

    80%

    8.1

    Average grade

    20%

    6.5

    Popularity

    Grades by review (2)
    2 reviews: 1 with a printed score, 1 estimated from the review. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    7.8 vs 7.2
  • 15.4% higher sentiment score
    9.0 vs 7.8
  • 88 more compute units
    INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 has more compute units than the average graphics card (128 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 compute units.
    128 vs 40
  • 88 more ray tracing cores
    INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 has more ray tracing cores than the average graphics card (128 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 ray tracing cores.
    128 vs 40
  • 3.41x higher texture rate
    INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 has a higher texture rate than the average graphics card (1,290.2 GTexel/s vs 378 GTexel/s). The average graphics card has a texture rate of 378 GTexel/s.
    1,290.2 GTexel/s vs 378 GTexel/s
  • 112 more ROPs
    INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 has more ROPs than the average graphics card (176 vs 64). The average graphics card has 64 ROPs.
    176 vs 64
  • 328 more TMUs
    INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 has more TMUs than the average graphics card (512 vs 184). The average graphics card has 184 TMUs.
    512 vs 184
  • 2.75x higher pixel rate
    INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 has a higher pixel rate than the average graphics card (443.5 GPixel/s vs 161.3 GPixel/s). The average graphics card has a pixel rate of 161.3 GPixel/s.
    443.5 GPixel/s vs 161.3 GPixel/s
  • 368 more AI cores
    INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 has more AI cores than the average graphics card (512 vs 144). The average graphics card has 144 AI cores.
    512 vs 144
  • 3.65x higher FP32 performance
    INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 has a higher FP32 performance than the average graphics card (82.6 TFLOPS vs 22.6 TFLOPS). The average graphics card has FP32 performance of 22.6 TFLOPS.
    82.58 TFLOPS vs 22.6 TFLOPS
  • 3.31x higher ray tracing score
    INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 has a higher ray tracing score than the average graphics card (30,242 points vs 9,148 points). The average graphics card has a ray tracing score of 9,148 points.
    30,242 points vs 9,148 points
  • 72.8% higher PassMark score
    INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 has a higher PassMark score than the average graphics card (39,128 points vs 22,638 points). The average graphics card has a PassMark score of 22,638 points.
    39,128 points vs 22,638 points
  • 2.3x higher gaming score
    INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 has a higher gaming score than the average graphics card (34,000 points vs 14,779 points). The average graphics card has a gaming score of 14,779 points.
    34,000 points vs 14,779 points
  • 16.4% higher base clock speed
    INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 has a higher base GPU clock than the average graphics card (2,235 MHz vs 1920 MHz). The average graphics card has a base GPU clock of 1920 MHz.
    2,235 MHz vs 1,920 MHz
  • 1.8% higher boost clock speed
    INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 has a higher boost GPU clock than the average graphics card (2,550 MHz vs 2,505 MHz). The average graphics card has a boost GPU clock of 2,505 MHz.
    2,550 MHz vs 2,505 MHz
  • 12,032 more FP32 units
    INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 has more FP32 units than the average graphics card (16,384 vs 4,352). The average graphics card has 4,352 FP32 units.
    16,384 vs 4,352
  • 2.73x higher FP64 performance
    INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 has a higher FP64 performance than the average graphics card (1.3 TFLOPS vs 0.48 TFLOPS). The average graphics card has FP64 performance of 0.48 TFLOPS.
    1.31 TFLOPS vs 0.48 TFLOPS
  • 4.66x higher BF16 performance
    INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 has a higher BF16 performance than the average graphics card (165.2 TFLOPS vs 35.48 TFLOPS). The average graphics card has BF16 performance of 35.48 TFLOPS.
    165.2 TFLOPS vs 35.48 TFLOPS
  • 2.18x higher compute score
    INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 has a higher compute score than the average graphics card (26,333 points vs 12,70.5 points). The average graphics card has a compute score of 12,070.5 points.
    26,333 points vs 12,070.5 points
  • 2.8x higher FP16 performance
    INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 has a higher FP16 performance than the average graphics card (82.6 TFLOPS vs 29.5 TFLOPS). The average graphics card has FP16 performance of 29.5 TFLOPS.
    82.58 TFLOPS vs 29.5 TFLOPS
  • 2.25x higher memory bandwidth
    INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 has a higher memory bandwidth than the average graphics card (1,008 GB/s vs 448 GB/s). The average graphics card has a memory bandwidth of 448 GB/s.
    1,008 GB/s vs 448 GB/s
  • 12 GB more VRAM
    INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 has more VRAM than the average graphics card (24 GB vs 12 GB). The average graphics card has 12 GB VRAM.
    24 GB vs 12 GB
  • 192 bit wider memory bus
    INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 has a wider memory bus than the average graphics card (384 bit vs 192 bit). The average graphics card has a memory bus width of 192 bit.
    384 bit vs 192 bit
  • Supports ECC memory
    INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 supports ECC memory, the average graphics card does not.
  • 3x larger L2 cache
    INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 has more L2 cache than the average graphics card (72 MB vs 24 MB). The average graphics card has 24 MB L2 cache.
    72 MB vs 24 MB
  • 18x more Infinity Cache
    INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 has more Infinity Cache than the average graphics card (72 MB vs 4 MB). The average graphics card has 4 MB Infinity Cache.
    72 MB vs 4 MB
  • 10.5% faster memory speed
    INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 has a higher effective memory speed than the average graphics card (21,000 MHz vs 19,000 MHz). The average graphics card reaches an effective memory speed of 19,000 MHz.
    21,000 MHz vs 19,000 MHz
  • 20% smaller process node
    INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 uses a smaller manufacturing process than the average graphics card (4 nm vs 5 nm). The average graphics card uses a manufacturing process of 5 nm.
    4 nm vs 5 nm
  • 3.33x more transistors
    INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 has more transistors than the average graphics card (76,300 million vs 22,900 million). The average graphics card has 22,900 million transistors.
    76,300 million vs 22,900 million
  • 2.09x higher TDP
    INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 has a higher TDP than the average graphics card (450 W vs 215 W). The average graphics card has a TDP of 215 W.
    450 W vs 215 W
  • No dual BIOS
    INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 does not include dual BIOS, the average graphics card does.
  • Less advanced frame generation
    INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 has less advanced frame generation than the average graphics card (frame generation vs multi frame generation).
    frame generation vs multi frame generation
  • No RGB lighting
    INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 does not include RGB lighting, the average graphics card does.
  • 30.8% higher PSU requirement
    INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 has a higher PSU requirement than the average graphics card (850 W vs 650 W). The average graphics card has a PSU requirement of 650 W.
    850 W vs 650 W
  • 53.8 mm longer card length
    INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 is longer than the average graphics card (336 mm vs 282.2 mm). The average graphics card has a length of 282.2 mm.
    336 mm vs 282.2 mm
  • 20 mm higher card profile
    INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 is taller than the average graphics card (145 mm vs 125 mm). The average graphics card has a height of 125 mm.
    145 mm vs 125 mm
  • 2.05x higher board power limit
    INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 has a higher board power limit than the average graphics card (450 W vs 220 W). The average graphics card has a board power limit of 220 W.
    450 W vs 220 W
  • 3.9x more expensive
    INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 is more expensive than the average graphics card (£2,030 vs £520).
    £2,030 vs £520
  • 20.5% worse value for money
    INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 has worse value for money than the average graphics card (6.15 vs 7.4).
    6.15 vs 7.41
  • 1 years older
    INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 was released earlier than the average graphics card (2022 vs 2023).
    October 2022
    2022 vs 2023
  • 25% slower VRAM clock
    INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 has a lower VRAM clock than the average graphics card (1,313 MHz vs 1,750 MHz). The average graphics card runs its VRAM at 1,750 MHz.
    1,313 MHz vs 1,750 MHz
  • Less advanced frame generation
    INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 has less advanced frame generation than the average graphics card (frame generation vs multi frame generation).
    frame generation vs multi frame generation
  • 2.07x larger GPU die
    INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 has a higher GPU die size than the average graphics card (609 mm² vs 294 mm²). The average graphics card has a GPU die size of 294 mm².
    609 mm² vs 294 mm²
  • Older NVDEC generation
    INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 has a lower NVDEC generation than the average graphics card (5 vs 6). The average graphics card offers NVDEC generation 6.
    5 vs 6
  • 2.09x higher TDP
    INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 has a higher TDP than the average graphics card (450 W vs 215 W). The average graphics card has a TDP of 215 W.
    450 W vs 215 W
  • No dual BIOS
    INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 does not include dual BIOS, the average graphics card does.
  • 30.8% higher PSU requirement
    INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 has a higher PSU requirement than the average graphics card (850 W vs 650 W). The average graphics card has a PSU requirement of 650 W.
    850 W vs 650 W
  • 2.05x higher board power limit
    INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 has a higher board power limit than the average graphics card (450 W vs 220 W). The average graphics card has a board power limit of 220 W.
    450 W vs 220 W
  • 2.14x higher peak power draw
    INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 has a higher peak power draw than the average graphics card (470 W vs 220 W). The average graphics card has a peak power draw of 220 W.
    470 W vs 220 W
  • 7.1 dB noisier under load
    INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 has a higher load noise level than the average graphics card (42.5 dB vs 35.4 dB). The average graphics card has a load noise level of 35.4 dB.
    42.5 dB vs 35.4 dB
  • 5 °C lower thermal ceiling
    INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 has a lower thermal ceiling than the average graphics card (100 °C vs 95 °C). The average graphics card has a thermal ceiling of 95 °C.
    100 °C vs 95 °C
  • 50% higher idle power draw
    INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 has a higher idle power draw than the average graphics card (18 W vs 12 W). The average graphics card has an idle power draw of 12 W.
    18 W vs 12 W
  • No RGB lighting
    INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 does not include RGB lighting, the average graphics card does.
  • 53.8 mm longer card length
    INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 is longer than the average graphics card (336 mm vs 282.2 mm). The average graphics card has a length of 282.2 mm.
    336 mm vs 282.2 mm
  • 20 mm higher card profile
    INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 is taller than the average graphics card (145 mm vs 125 mm). The average graphics card has a height of 125 mm.
    145 mm vs 125 mm
  • 0.5 slot/s wider design
    INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 occupies more slots than the average graphics card (3 slot/s vs 2.5 slot/s). The average graphics card occupies 2.5 slot/s.
    3 slot/s vs 2.5 slot/s
  • 2.01x heavier
    INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090x3 is heavier than the average graphics card (2040 g vs 1,014 g). The average graphics card weighs 1,014 g.
    2,040 g vs 1,014 g

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

8.5
kitguru.net
✓ explicit
12/10/2022
Hands-on review · Triple-slot cooler
Verdict
The Inno3D RTX 4090 X3 OC is a plain, cooling-focused RTX 4090 with 24GB of memory, suiting buyers who want no extra lighting or flashy design.
8.0
gadgetpilipinas.net
≈ estimated
11/01/2023
Hands-on test · Triple-slot cooler
Verdict
The Inno3D RTX 4090 X3 OC is a plain, cooling-focused RTX 4090 that runs hotter for higher frame rates, suiting buyers who want no extras.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090 X3

  • One of the most affordable RTX 4090 models, often targeting baseline MSRP
  • Minimalist industrial design without excessive RGB or 'gimmicky' features
  • Impressive cooling performance that keeps the card quiet and cool under load
  • Slimmer than many other AIB models, maintaining a true 3-slot profile
  • Solid build quality featuring a metal backplate for structural support
  • Minimal coil whine reported compared to some higher-end premium brands

What customers don't like about INNO3D GeForce RTX 4090 X3

  • Power limit is locked at 450W, restricting extreme overclocking potential
  • Lacks a dual-BIOS feature, which is common on more expensive competitor cards
  • Uses a standard reference PCB design rather than a custom high-end layout
  • Shorter warranty period (often 3 years) compared to brands offering 4 or 5 years
  • Noisy or rattling fans have been reported by some users after long-term use
  • Reported issues with quality control in some regions, such as poorly applied thermal pads

Verdict

The Inno3D GeForce RTX 4090 X3 is a high-performance graphics card built on NVIDIA's Ada Lovelace architecture, featuring 16,384 CUDA cores and 24GB of GDDR6X VRAM on a 384-bit memory bus with 1,008 GB/s bandwidth. It operates with a base clock of 2,235 MHz and a boost clock of 2,520 MHz, supported by a triple-fan cooling system that includes 98mm scythe blades and a large vapor chamber for efficient heat dissipation. Main pros include its dual-slot-friendly width compared to some thicker 4090 variants, a more subtle industrial design without excessive RGB, and robust out-of-the-box 4K and AI performance. However, some cons include a locked 450W power limit that restricts extreme overclocking and its substantial 336mm length which may cause fitment issues in smaller PC cases.

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