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GeForce 615
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GeForce 9800M GS
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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. The GeForce 615 is positioned at rank 367 and the GeForce 9800M GS is on rank 608, so the GeForce 615 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GeForce 615
Performance Per Dollar GeForce 9800M GS
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The GeForce 615 is significantly newer (2017 vs 2008). The GeForce 615 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce 9800M GS lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce 9800M GS is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.4% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce 615.
| Insight | GeForce 615 | GeForce 9800M GS |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.4%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+2.4%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Pascal (2016−2021)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / G9x (2007−2010)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce 615 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce 615 holds the technical lead. Priced at $15 (vs $50), it costs 70% less, resulting in a 225.6% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce 615 | GeForce 9800M GS |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+225.6%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($15) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($50) |
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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of GeForce 615 and GeForce 9800M GS
GeForce 615
The GeForce 615 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 17 2017. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 937 MHz to 1038 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 10W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 505 points.
GeForce 9800M GS
The GeForce 9800M 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: 517 points.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce 615 scores 505 and the GeForce 9800M GS reaches 517 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.4% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce 615 is built on Pascal while the GeForce 9800M GS uses G9x, both on 14 nm vs 65 nm. Shader units: 384 (GeForce 615) vs 224 (GeForce 9800M GS).
| Feature | GeForce 615 | GeForce 9800M GS |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 505 | 517+2% |
| Architecture | Pascal | G9x |
| Process Node | 14 nm | 65 nm |
| Shading Units | 384+71% | 224 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce 615 | GeForce 9800M 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 |
Video Memory (VRAM)
Both cards feature 512 MB of GDDR5. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit.
| Feature | GeForce 615 | GeForce 9800M GS |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | Unknown |
| Bus Width | 128-bit+100% | 64-bit |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 (11_0) (GeForce 615) vs 11.1 (10_0) (GeForce 9800M GS). OpenGL: 4.6 vs 3.3. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 2.
| Feature | GeForce 615 | GeForce 9800M GS |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 (11_0)+8% | 11.1 (10_0) |
| OpenGL | 4.6+39% | 3.3 |
| Max Displays | 2 | 2 |
Media & Encoding
Decoder: PureVideo HD VP4 vs PureVideo HD (VP3). Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (GeForce 615) vs H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1 (GeForce 9800M GS).
| Feature | GeForce 615 | GeForce 9800M GS |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | No NVENC (Fermi) | — |
| Decoder | PureVideo HD VP4 | PureVideo HD (VP3) |
| Codecs | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 | H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce 615 draws 10W versus the GeForce 9800M GS's 150W — a 175% difference. The GeForce 615 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce 615) vs 350W (GeForce 9800M GS). Power connectors: Legacy vs Legacy. Typical load temperature: 80°C vs 85°C.
| Feature | GeForce 615 | GeForce 9800M GS |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 10W-93% | 150W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | Legacy | Legacy |
| Length | 145mm | — |
| Slots | 1 | 0-100% |
| Temp (Load) | 80°C-6% | 85°C |
| Perf/Watt | 50.5+1385% | 3.4 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce 615 launched at $50 MSRP and currently averages $15, while the GeForce 9800M GS launched at $200 and now averages $50. The GeForce 615 costs 70% less ($35 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 33.7 (GeForce 615) vs 10.3 (GeForce 9800M GS) — the GeForce 615 offers 227.2% better value. The GeForce 615 is the newer GPU (2017 vs 2008).
| Feature | GeForce 615 | GeForce 9800M GS |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $50-75% | $200 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $15-70% | $50 |
| Performance per Dollar | 33.7+227% | 10.3 |
| Codename | GP108 | NB9E-GTX |
| Release | May 17 2017 | July 15 2008 |
| Ranking | #657 | #825 |
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