AMD

R9 390

Gaming Graphics Card

8 GB VRAM 2015 Perf. index: 23

Performance index derived from aggregated PassMark benchmark data, normalized to the FPSpilot 0-100 scale.

The AMD R9 390 is a graphics card with 8 GB of VRAM launched in 2015. Its FPSpilot gaming performance index is 23/100, derived from aggregated PassMark benchmarks.

Specifications

Manufacturer	AMD
VRAM Memory	8 GB
Release year	2015
Perf. index	23 / 100

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Gaming performance

With an index of 23/100, the AMD R9 390 is today an entry-level or veteran card. It performs well in esports and older titles at 1080p with moderate settings, but modern AAA releases require lowering quality or resolution to keep playable frame rates.

VRAM: what resolutions it handles

Its 8 GB of VRAM is the current standard for 1080p and works well at 1440p with sensible settings. In the latest AAA titles with ultra textures you may need to drop texture quality one notch to avoid stuttering.

Technologies & features

A card from before modern hardware upscaling technologies, though it can use FSR (open and GPU-agnostic) in games that implement it to recover performance.

Frequently asked questions

Is the AMD R9 390 good for gaming in 2026?

For competitive games and older titles, yes. For modern AAA games, the AMD R9 390 (index 23/100) requires lowering graphics quality or resolution to keep playable frame rates.

How much VRAM does the AMD R9 390 have and is it enough?

It has 8 GB of VRAM. The current standard for 1080p/1440p; in the newest AAA titles with ultra textures, dropping textures one notch may help.

What power supply do I need for the AMD R9 390?

Being a card with contained power draw, a quality 450-550 W power supply covers the whole system without issues.

Is the AMD R9 390 worth it versus newer alternatives?

Launched in 2015, it only makes sense at a clearly lower price than current cards of similar performance, which add more modern upscaling technologies, lower power draw and full warranty. On the second-hand market it can be a reasonable option if the price is right.