GeForce 305M vs GeForce 8600M GT

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 GeForce 305M is positioned at rank #299 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 GeForce 305M

#62

GeForce RTX 2080 (móvel)

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $350

99%

#289

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

719%

#291

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

652%

#292

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

650%

#296

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

591%

#297

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

587%

#299

GeForce 305M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#300

GeForce 940MX

MSRP: $100|Avg: $50

100%

#301

GeForce MX130

MSRP: $120|Avg: $50

100%

#302

Arc Graphics 130V

MSRP: $300|Avg: $250

100%

#303

Radeon R5 430

MSRP: $59|Avg: $50

99%

#305

GeForce MX150

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

99%

#307

GeForce MX450

MSRP: $250|Avg: $200

99%

#308

Arc Graphics 140V

MSRP: $350|Avg: $300

98%

#309

Radeon R7 A8-8650

MSRP: $49|Avg: $20

97%

#312

Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 5 3500C

MSRP: $99|Avg: $30

94%

#314

GeForce GT 720A

MSRP: $40|Avg: $40

94%

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 GeForce 305M is significantly newer (2015 vs 2008). The GeForce 305M likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce 8600M GT lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce 8600M GT is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 8.6% higher G3D Mark score. However, the GeForce 305M offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.

Insight	GeForce 305M	GeForce 8600M GT
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-8.6%)	✅Leading raw performance (+8.6%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell (2014−2017))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / G9x (2007−2010))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	✅ More VRAM (+100%)	❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	—	—

💎 Value Proposition

While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce 8600M GT remains the clear technical winner. Check real-time availability to determine if the performance gap justifies the market price.

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.

GeForce 305M Benchmark Check

GeForce 8600M GT Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce 305M and GeForce 8600M GT

GeForce 305M

The GeForce 305M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 13 2015. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 549 MHz to 549 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 33W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 151 points.

GeForce 8600M GT

The GeForce 8600M GT 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: 164 points.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce 305M scores 151 versus the GeForce 8600M GT's 164 — the GeForce 8600M GT leads by 8.6%. The GeForce 305M is built on Maxwell while the GeForce 8600M GT uses G9x, both on 28 nm vs 65 nm. Shader units: 384 (GeForce 305M) vs 224 (GeForce 8600M GT).

Feature	GeForce 305M	GeForce 8600M GT
G3D Mark Score	151	164+9%
Architecture	Maxwell	G9x
Process Node	28 nm	65 nm
Shading Units	384+71%	224

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce 305M	GeForce 8600M GT
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce 305M comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce 8600M GT has 256 MB. The GeForce 305M offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit.

Feature	GeForce 305M	GeForce 8600M GT
VRAM Capacity	0.5 GB+100%	0.25 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	Unknown	Unknown
Bus Width	128-bit+100%	64-bit

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 10.1 (GeForce 305M) vs 11.1 (10_0) (GeForce 8600M GT). OpenGL: 3.3 vs 3.3. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 2.

Feature	GeForce 305M	GeForce 8600M GT
DirectX	10.1	11.1 (10_0)+10%
OpenGL	3.3	3.3
Max Displays	2	2

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Media & Encoding

Decoder: PureVideo VP4 vs PureVideo HD (VP2). Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 Part 2 (GeForce 305M) vs H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (GeForce 8600M GT).

Feature	GeForce 305M	GeForce 8600M GT
Encoder	None	—
Decoder	PureVideo VP4	PureVideo HD (VP2)
Codecs	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 Part 2	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce 305M draws 33W versus the GeForce 8600M GT's 150W — a 127.9% difference. The GeForce 305M is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce 305M) vs 350W (GeForce 8600M GT). Power connectors: Legacy vs Legacy. Typical load temperature: 80°C vs 85°C.