GeForce 315 vs GeForce 6800 GS

GeForce 315

2020Core: 747 MHzBoost: 937 MHz

GeForce 6800 GS

2008Core: 500 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

GeForce 315

196

+2.1%

GeForce RTX 4050 Mobile

GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU

GeForce 6800 GS

150

192

0.0%

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 6800 GS

#702

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

14100%

#704

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

12782%

#705

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

12748%

#709

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

11592%

#710

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

11513%

#712

GeForce 6800 GS

MSRP: $249|Avg: $40

100%

#713

RADEON E4690

MSRP: $558|Avg: $558

95%

#714

MOBILITY RADEON 9600

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

95%

#715

GeForce 6150

MSRP: $30|Avg: $10

95%

#716

MOBILITY RADEON X300

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

88%

#717

MOBILITY RADEON X700

MSRP: $100|Avg: $20

87%

#718

Mobility Radeon HD 4225

MSRP: $100|Avg: $15

86%

#719

RADEON X800 SE

MSRP: $200|Avg: $15

84%

#720

MOBILITY RADEON 9700

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

71%

#721

Mobility Radeon HD 2300

MSRP: $100|Avg: $15

66%

#722

GeForce 7800 GTX

MSRP: $599|Avg: $40

58%

#723

RADEON 9600SE

MSRP: $65|Avg: $65

55%

#724

Radeon X1200

MSRP: $80|Avg: $15

53%

#725

Radeon 2100

MSRP: $149|Avg: $49

52%

#726

GeForce 6800

MSRP: $299|Avg: $50

49%

#727

Radeon 3100

MSRP: $199|Avg: $30

48%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The GeForce 315 is significantly newer (2020 vs 2008). The GeForce 315 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce 6800 GS lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce 315 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.1% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (512 MB vs 256 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce 6800 GS.

Insight	GeForce 315	GeForce 6800 GS
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+2.1%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.1%)
Longevity	Pascal (2016−2021) (14nm)	🛑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	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce 315 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 315 Benchmark Check

GeForce 6800 GS Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce 315 and GeForce 6800 GS

GeForce 315

The GeForce 315 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in February 10 2020. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 747 MHz to 937 MHz. It has 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 20W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 196 points.

GeForce 6800 GS

The GeForce 6800 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: 192 points.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce 315 scores 196 and the GeForce 6800 GS reaches 192 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce 315 is built on Pascal while the GeForce 6800 GS uses G9x, both on 14 nm vs 65 nm. Shader units: 640 (GeForce 315) vs 224 (GeForce 6800 GS).

Feature	GeForce 315	GeForce 6800 GS
G3D Mark Score	196+2%	192
Architecture	Pascal	G9x
Process Node	14 nm	65 nm
Shading Units	640+186%	224

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce 315	GeForce 6800 GS
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 315 comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce 6800 GS has 256 MB. The GeForce 315 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit.

Feature	GeForce 315	GeForce 6800 GS
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 315) vs 9.0c (GeForce 6800 GS). OpenGL: 3.3 vs 2.1. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 2.

Feature	GeForce 315	GeForce 6800 GS
DirectX	10.1+12%	9.0c
OpenGL	3.3+57%	2.1
Max Displays	2	2

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: None (GeForce 315) vs No (GeForce 6800 GS). Decoder: PureVideo VP4 vs PureVideo. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 Part 2 (GeForce 315) vs MPEG-2 (GeForce 6800 GS).

Feature	GeForce 315	GeForce 6800 GS
Encoder	None	No
Decoder	PureVideo VP4	PureVideo
Codecs	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 Part 2	MPEG-2

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce 315 draws 20W versus the GeForce 6800 GS's 150W — a 152.9% difference. The GeForce 315 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce 315) vs 350W (GeForce 6800 GS). Power connectors: Legacy vs Legacy. Card length: 168mm vs 216mm, occupying 1 vs 1 slots. Typical load temperature: 80°C vs 85°C.

Feature	GeForce 315	GeForce 6800 GS
TDP	20W-87%	150W
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	Legacy	Legacy
Length	168mm	216mm
Height	—	111mm
Slots	1	1
Temp (Load)	80°C-6%	85°C
Perf/Watt	9.8+654%	1.3

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Value Analysis

The GeForce 315 launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $0, while the GeForce 6800 GS launched at $249 and now averages $40. The GeForce 315 costs 100+% less ($40 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): Infinity (GeForce 315) vs 4.8 (GeForce 6800 GS) — the GeForce 315 offers Infinity% better value. The GeForce 315 is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2008).