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GeForce 7800 GS
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Radeon HD 7310G
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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 7800 GS is positioned at rank 446 and the Radeon HD 7310G is on rank 269, so the Radeon HD 7310G offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GeForce 7800 GS
Performance Per Dollar Radeon HD 7310G
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Radeon HD 7310G is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.3% 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 7800 GS.
| Insight | GeForce 7800 GS | Radeon HD 7310G |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.3%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+2.3%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / G9x (2007−2010)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020)) |
| 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
The Radeon HD 7310G offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Radeon HD 7310G holds the technical lead. Priced at $10 (vs $30), it costs 67% less, resulting in a 206.8% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce 7800 GS | Radeon HD 7310G |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+206.8%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($30) | ✅More affordable ($10) |
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 7800 GS and Radeon HD 7310G
GeForce 7800 GS
The GeForce 7800 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: 177 points.
Radeon HD 7310G
The Radeon HD 7310G is manufactured by AMD. It was released in May 1 2013. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 800 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 47W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 181 points. Launch price was $59.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce 7800 GS scores 177 and the Radeon HD 7310G reaches 181 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.3% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce 7800 GS is built on G9x while the Radeon HD 7310G uses GCN 1.0, both on 65 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 224 (GeForce 7800 GS) vs 384 (Radeon HD 7310G).
| Feature | GeForce 7800 GS | Radeon HD 7310G |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 177 | 181+2% |
| Architecture | G9x | GCN 1.0 |
| Process Node | 65 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 224 | 384+71% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce 7800 GS | Radeon HD 7310G |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | AMD Anti-Lag |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce 7800 GS comes with 256 MB of VRAM, while the Radeon HD 7310G has 512 MB. The Radeon HD 7310G offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | GeForce 7800 GS | Radeon HD 7310G |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.25 GB | 0.5 GB+100% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | Unknown |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 128-bit+100% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 9.0c (GeForce 7800 GS) vs 11.2 (Radeon HD 7310G). Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 0.
| Feature | GeForce 7800 GS | Radeon HD 7310G |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 9.0c | 11.2+24% |
| Max Displays | 2 | 0 |
Media & Encoding
Decoder: PureVideo vs UVD 3.
| Feature | GeForce 7800 GS | Radeon HD 7310G |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | — | UVD 3 |
| Decoder | PureVideo | UVD 3 |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,H.264 | — |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce 7800 GS draws 150W versus the Radeon HD 7310G's 47W — a 104.6% difference. The Radeon HD 7310G is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce 7800 GS) vs 350W (Radeon HD 7310G). Power connectors: Legacy vs 1x 6-pin. Card length: 215mm vs 1mm, occupying 1 vs 0 slots.
| Feature | GeForce 7800 GS | Radeon HD 7310G |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 150W | 47W-69% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | Legacy | 1x 6-pin |
| Length | 215mm | 1mm |
| Slots | 1 | 0-100% |
| Temp (Load) | 75°C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 1.2 | 3.9+225% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce 7800 GS launched at $30 MSRP and currently averages $30, while the Radeon HD 7310G launched at $50 and now averages $10. The Radeon HD 7310G costs 66.7% less ($20 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 5.9 (GeForce 7800 GS) vs 18.1 (Radeon HD 7310G) — the Radeon HD 7310G offers 206.8% better value. The Radeon HD 7310G is the newer GPU (2013 vs 2008).
| Feature | GeForce 7800 GS | Radeon HD 7310G |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $30-40% | $50 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $30 | $10-67% |
| Performance per Dollar | 5.9 | 18.1+207% |
| Codename | NB9E-GTX | Cape Verde |
| Release | July 15 2008 | May 1 2013 |
| Ranking | #825 | #841 |
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