GeForce 7900 GS vs GeForce 7900 GT
GeForce 7900 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 7900 GS is positioned at rank 692 and the GeForce 7900 GT is on rank 706, so the GeForce 7900 GS offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GeForce 7900 GS
Performance Per Dollar GeForce 7900 GT
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce 7900 GS is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.6% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce 7900 GT.
| Insight | GeForce 7900 GS | GeForce 7900 GT |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.6%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.6%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / G9x (2007−2010)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / G9x (2007−2010)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | Normal Efficiency | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce 7900 GS offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce 7900 GS holds the technical lead. Priced at $50 (vs $60), it costs 17% less, resulting in a 21.9% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce 7900 GS | GeForce 7900 GT |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+21.9%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($50) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($60) |
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 7900 GS and GeForce 7900 GT
GeForce 7900 GS
The GeForce 7900 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: 262 points.
GeForce 7900 GT
The GeForce 7900 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: 258 points.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce 7900 GS scores 262 and the GeForce 7900 GT reaches 258 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.6% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce 7900 GS is built on G9x while the GeForce 7900 GT uses G9x, both on a 65 nm process. Shader units: 224 (GeForce 7900 GS) vs 224 (GeForce 7900 GT).
| Feature | GeForce 7900 GS | GeForce 7900 GT |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 262+2% | 258 |
| Architecture | G9x | G9x |
| Process Node | 65 nm | 65 nm |
| Shading Units | 224 | 224 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce 7900 GS | GeForce 7900 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 |
Video Memory (VRAM)
Both cards feature 256 MB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit.
| Feature | GeForce 7900 GS | GeForce 7900 GT |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.25 GB | 0.25 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | Unknown |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 9.0c (GeForce 7900 GS) vs 9.0c (GeForce 7900 GT). Vulkan: N/A vs N/A. OpenGL: 2.1 vs 2.1. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 2.
| Feature | GeForce 7900 GS | GeForce 7900 GT |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 9.0c | 9.0c |
| Vulkan | N/A | N/A |
| OpenGL | 2.1 | 2.1 |
| Max Displays | 2 | 2 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: None (GeForce 7900 GS) vs None (GeForce 7900 GT). Decoder: PureVideo vs PureVideo. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,WMV9 (GeForce 7900 GS) vs MPEG-2,WMV,H.264 (GeForce 7900 GT).
| Feature | GeForce 7900 GS | GeForce 7900 GT |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | None | None |
| Decoder | PureVideo | PureVideo |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,WMV9 | MPEG-2,WMV,H.264 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce 7900 GS draws 150W versus the GeForce 7900 GT's 150W — a 0% difference. The GeForce 7900 GT is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce 7900 GS) vs 350W (GeForce 7900 GT). Power connectors: Legacy vs Legacy. Card length: 198mm vs 198mm, occupying 1 vs 1 slots. Typical load temperature: 80 vs 80.
| Feature | GeForce 7900 GS | GeForce 7900 GT |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 150W | 150W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | Legacy | Legacy |
| Length | 198mm | 198mm |
| Height | 111mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 1 | 1 |
| Temp (Load) | 80 | 80 |
| Perf/Watt | 1.7 | 1.7 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce 7900 GS launched at $259 MSRP and currently averages $50, while the GeForce 7900 GT launched at $299 and now averages $60. The GeForce 7900 GS costs 16.7% less ($10 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 5.2 (GeForce 7900 GS) vs 4.3 (GeForce 7900 GT) — the GeForce 7900 GS offers 20.9% better value.
| Feature | GeForce 7900 GS | GeForce 7900 GT |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $259-13% | $299 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $50-17% | $60 |
| Performance per Dollar | 5.2+21% | 4.3 |
| Codename | NB9E-GTX | NB9E-GTX |
| Release | July 15 2008 | July 15 2008 |
| Ranking | #825 | #825 |
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