Radeon Xpress 1250 vs GeForce 8600 GS

Radeon Xpress 1250

2013Boost: 1050 MHz

GeForce 8600 GS

2008Core: 500 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

Radeon Xpress 1250

0.0%

MOBILITY RADEON 7000 IGP

MOBILITY RADEON 9700

Mobility Radeon X1450

MOBILITY RADEON 9600

Radeon HD 7950 / R9 280

179

+316.3%

GeForce RTX 4050 Mobile

GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop 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. 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

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar GeForce 8600 GS

#648

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

6065%

#650

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

5498%

#651

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

5484%

#655

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

4987%

#656

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

4953%

#658

GeForce 8600 GS

MSRP: $100|Avg: $15

100%

#659

Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7600M Dual

MSRP: $250|Avg: $50

100%

#660

GeForce 9800M GTS

MSRP: $200|Avg: $15

100%

#661

Radeon HD 2900 GT

MSRP: $170|Avg: $15

96%

#662

Radeon HD 8280E

MSRP: $150|Avg: $110

96%

#663

Radeon R5 M420

MSRP: $300|Avg: $300

94%

#664

Mobility Radeon HD 2600

MSRP: $100|Avg: $30

94%

#665

Radeon HD 8550G + 8690M Dual

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

93%

#666

Mobility Radeon 4100

MSRP: $49|Avg: $49

92%

#667

Radeon HD 2900 XT

MSRP: $399|Avg: $20

92%

#668

GeForce 9300 SE

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

92%

#669

GeForce 9700M GT

MSRP: $200|Avg: $40

92%

#670

Mobility Radeon X2500

MSRP: $50|Avg: $15

92%

#671

GeForce 9800M GTX

MSRP: $300|Avg: $30

84%

#672

Radeon HD 7520G + 8750M Dual

MSRP: $250|Avg: $57

84%

#673

Mobility Radeon HD 4300 Serisi

MSRP: $49|Avg: $10

83%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce 8600 GS is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 316.3% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon Xpress 1250.

Insight	Radeon Xpress 1250	GeForce 8600 GS
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-316.3%)	✅Leading raw performance (+316.3%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / G9x (2007−2010))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	—	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce 8600 GS offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce 8600 GS holds the technical lead. Priced at $15 (vs $49), it costs 69% less, resulting in a 1259.8% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Radeon Xpress 1250	GeForce 8600 GS
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+1259.8%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($49)	✅More affordable ($15)

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.

Radeon Xpress 1250 Benchmark Check

GeForce 8600 GS Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Radeon Xpress 1250 and GeForce 8600 GS

Radeon Xpress 1250

The Radeon Xpress 1250 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in October 8 2013. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The boost clock speed is 1050 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 65W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 43 points. Launch price was $89.

GeForce 8600 GS

The GeForce 8600 GS is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in July 15 2008. It features the G9x architecture. The core clock speed is 500 MHz. It has 224 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 65 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 179 points.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the Radeon Xpress 1250 scores 43 versus the GeForce 8600 GS's 179 — the GeForce 8600 GS leads by 316.3%. The Radeon Xpress 1250 is built on GCN 1.0 while the GeForce 8600 GS uses G9x, both on 28 nm vs 65 nm. Shader units: 384 (Radeon Xpress 1250) vs 224 (GeForce 8600 GS).

Feature	Radeon Xpress 1250	GeForce 8600 GS
G3D Mark Score	43	179+316%
Architecture	GCN 1.0	G9x
Process Node	28 nm	65 nm
Shading Units	384+71%	224

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Radeon Xpress 1250	GeForce 8600 GS
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	AMD Anti-Lag	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

Both cards feature 512 MB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit.

Feature	Radeon Xpress 1250	GeForce 8600 GS
VRAM Capacity	0.5 GB	0.5 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	64-bit

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 9_0b (Radeon Xpress 1250) vs 10_0 (GeForce 8600 GS). Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 2.

Feature	Radeon Xpress 1250	GeForce 8600 GS
DirectX	9_0b	10_0+11%
Max Displays	2	2

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: Avivo (Radeon Xpress 1250) vs PureVideo HD (GeForce 8600 GS). Decoder: Avivo vs PureVideo HD.

Feature	Radeon Xpress 1250	GeForce 8600 GS
Encoder	Avivo	PureVideo HD
Decoder	Avivo	PureVideo HD
Codecs	—	H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1,WMV9

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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon Xpress 1250 draws 65W versus the GeForce 8600 GS's 150W — a 79.1% difference. The Radeon Xpress 1250 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon Xpress 1250) vs 350W (GeForce 8600 GS). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs Legacy. Card length: 0mm vs 170mm, occupying 0 vs 1 slots.

Feature	Radeon Xpress 1250	GeForce 8600 GS
TDP	65W-57%	150W
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	Legacy
Length	0mm	170mm
Height	—	111mm
Slots	0-100%	1
Temp (Load)	—	78°C
Perf/Watt	0.7	1.2+71%

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Value Analysis

The Radeon Xpress 1250 launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $49, while the GeForce 8600 GS launched at $100 and now averages $15. The GeForce 8600 GS costs 69.4% less ($34 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 0.9 (Radeon Xpress 1250) vs 11.9 (GeForce 8600 GS) — the GeForce 8600 GS offers 1222.2% better value. The Radeon Xpress 1250 is the newer GPU (2013 vs 2008).