GeForce 7900 GT vs GeForce GT 415
GeForce 7900 GT
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GeForce GT 415
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Performance Spectrum - 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. The GeForce 7900 GT is positioned at rank 706 and the GeForce GT 415 is on rank 224, so the GeForce GT 415 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 GT
Performance Per Dollar GeForce GT 415
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce 7900 GT is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.8% higher G3D Mark score. However, the GeForce GT 415 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | GeForce 7900 GT | GeForce GT 415 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+2.8%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.8%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / G9x (2007−2010)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / Fermi 2.0 (2010−2014)) |
| 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 GeForce GT 415 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GT 415 holds the technical lead. Priced at $15 (vs $60), it costs 75% less, resulting in a 289.1% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce 7900 GT | GeForce GT 415 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+289.1%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($60) | ✅More affordable ($15) |
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 GT and GeForce GT 415
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.
GeForce GT 415
The GeForce GT 415 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 14 2011. It features the Fermi 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 720 MHz. It has 144 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 70W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 251 points. Launch price was $149.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce 7900 GT scores 258 and the GeForce GT 415 reaches 251 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.8% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce 7900 GT is built on G9x while the GeForce GT 415 uses Fermi 2.0, both on 65 nm vs 40 nm. Shader units: 224 (GeForce 7900 GT) vs 144 (GeForce GT 415).
| Feature | GeForce 7900 GT | GeForce GT 415 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 258+3% | 251 |
| Architecture | G9x | Fermi 2.0 |
| Process Node | 65 nm | 40 nm |
| Shading Units | 224+56% | 144 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce 7900 GT | GeForce GT 415 |
|---|---|---|
| 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)
The GeForce 7900 GT comes with 256 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce GT 415 has 512 MB. The GeForce GT 415 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit.
| Feature | GeForce 7900 GT | GeForce GT 415 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.25 GB | 0.5 GB+100% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | Unknown |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 9.0c (GeForce 7900 GT) vs 11.0 (GeForce GT 415). Vulkan: N/A vs None. OpenGL: 2.1 vs 4.0. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 2.
| Feature | GeForce 7900 GT | GeForce GT 415 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 9.0c | 11.0+22% |
| Vulkan | N/A | None |
| OpenGL | 2.1 | 4.0+90% |
| Max Displays | 2 | 2 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: None (GeForce 7900 GT) vs No (GeForce GT 415). Decoder: PureVideo vs PureVideo HD VP4. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,WMV,H.264 (GeForce 7900 GT) vs MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1,MPEG-4 (GeForce GT 415).
| Feature | GeForce 7900 GT | GeForce GT 415 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | None | No |
| Decoder | PureVideo | PureVideo HD VP4 |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,WMV,H.264 | MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1,MPEG-4 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce 7900 GT draws 150W versus the GeForce GT 415's 70W — a 72.7% difference. The GeForce GT 415 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce 7900 GT) vs 350W (GeForce GT 415). Power connectors: Legacy vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 198mm vs 145mm, occupying 1 vs 1 slots. Typical load temperature: 80 vs 65°C.
| Feature | GeForce 7900 GT | GeForce GT 415 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 150W | 70W-53% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | Legacy | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 198mm | 145mm |
| Height | 111mm | 69mm |
| Slots | 1 | 1 |
| Temp (Load) | 80 | 65°C-19% |
| Perf/Watt | 1.7 | 3.6+112% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce 7900 GT launched at $299 MSRP and currently averages $60, while the GeForce GT 415 launched at $49 and now averages $15. The GeForce GT 415 costs 75% less ($45 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 4.3 (GeForce 7900 GT) vs 16.7 (GeForce GT 415) — the GeForce GT 415 offers 288.4% better value. The GeForce GT 415 is the newer GPU (2011 vs 2008).
| Feature | GeForce 7900 GT | GeForce GT 415 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $299 | $49-84% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $60 | $15-75% |
| Performance per Dollar | 4.3 | 16.7+288% |
| Codename | NB9E-GTX | GF116 |
| Release | July 15 2008 | May 14 2011 |
| Ranking | #825 | #849 |
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