GeForce 6800 GS vs GeForce 315

GeForce 6800 GS

2008Core: 500 MHz

GeForce 315

2020Core: 747 MHzBoost: 937 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

GeForce 6800 GS

150

192

0.0%

GeForce RTX 4050 Mobile

GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU

GeForce 315

196

+2.1%

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. The GeForce 6800 GS is positioned at rank #712 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 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 Per Dollar

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 6800 GS	GeForce 315
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.1%)	✅Leading raw performance (+2.1%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / G9x (2007−2010))	Pascal (2016−2021) (14nm)
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+100%)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
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 6800 GS Benchmark Check

GeForce 315 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

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

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.

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.

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Graphics Performance

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

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

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

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

Feature	GeForce 6800 GS	GeForce 315
VRAM Capacity	0.25 GB	0.5 GB+100%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	Unknown	Unknown
Bus Width	64-bit	128-bit+100%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 9.0c (GeForce 6800 GS) vs 10.1 (GeForce 315). OpenGL: 2.1 vs 3.3. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 2.

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

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Media & Encoding

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

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

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Power & Dimensions

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

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

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Value Analysis

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