GeForce 820M vs GeForce 9800 GTX
GeForce 820M
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GeForce 9800 GTX
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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 820M is positioned at rank 341 and the GeForce 9800 GTX is on rank 610, so the GeForce 820M offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GeForce 820M
Performance Per Dollar GeForce 9800 GTX
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The GeForce 820M is significantly newer (2014 vs 2008). The GeForce 820M likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce 9800 GTX lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce 9800 GTX is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 59.5% higher G3D Mark score. However, the GeForce 820M offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | GeForce 820M | GeForce 9800 GTX |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-59.5%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+59.5%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Maxwell (2014−2017)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / G9x (2007−2010)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+300%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | Standard Size (267mm) |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce 9800 GTX offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce 9800 GTX holds the technical lead. Priced at $30 (vs $30), it costs 0% less, resulting in a 59.5% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce 820M | GeForce 9800 GTX |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+59.5%) |
| Upfront Cost | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
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 820M and GeForce 9800 GTX
GeForce 820M
The GeForce 820M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 12 2014. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 1029 MHz to 1124 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 33W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 482 points.
GeForce 9800 GTX
The GeForce 9800 GTX 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: 769 points.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce 820M scores 482 versus the GeForce 9800 GTX's 769 — the GeForce 9800 GTX leads by 59.5%. The GeForce 820M is built on Maxwell while the GeForce 9800 GTX uses G9x, both on 28 nm vs 65 nm. Shader units: 384 (GeForce 820M) vs 224 (GeForce 9800 GTX).
| Feature | GeForce 820M | GeForce 9800 GTX |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 482 | 769+60% |
| Architecture | Maxwell | G9x |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 65 nm |
| Shading Units | 384+71% | 224 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce 820M | GeForce 9800 GTX |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 2.1 (Compatible) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | FSR 3 (Compatible) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce 820M comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce 9800 GTX has 512 MB. The GeForce 820M offers 300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit.
| Feature | GeForce 820M | GeForce 9800 GTX |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB+300% | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | Unknown |
| Bus Width | 128-bit+100% | 64-bit |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 11.0 (GeForce 820M) vs 10.0 (GeForce 9800 GTX). Vulkan: None vs None. OpenGL: 4.0 vs 3.3. Maximum simultaneous displays: 1 vs 2.
| Feature | GeForce 820M | GeForce 9800 GTX |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 11.0+10% | 10.0 |
| Vulkan | None | None |
| OpenGL | 4.0+21% | 3.3 |
| Max Displays | 1 | 2+100% |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: No (GeForce 820M) vs No (GeForce 9800 GTX). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP4 vs PureVideo HD VP2. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1,MPEG-4 ASP (GeForce 820M) vs MPEG-2,H.264 (GeForce 9800 GTX).
| Feature | GeForce 820M | GeForce 9800 GTX |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | No | No |
| Decoder | PureVideo HD VP4 | PureVideo HD VP2 |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1,MPEG-4 ASP | MPEG-2,H.264 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce 820M draws 33W versus the GeForce 9800 GTX's 150W — a 127.9% difference. The GeForce 820M is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce 820M) vs 350W (GeForce 9800 GTX). Power connectors: Legacy vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 0mm vs 267mm, occupying 0 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 70°C vs 100°C.
| Feature | GeForce 820M | GeForce 9800 GTX |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 33W-78% | 150W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | Legacy | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 0mm | 267mm |
| Height | 0mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 0-100% | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 70°C-30% | 100°C |
| Perf/Watt | 14.6+186% | 5.1 |
Value Analysis
Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 16.1 (GeForce 820M) vs 25.6 (GeForce 9800 GTX) — the GeForce 9800 GTX offers 59% better value. The GeForce 820M is the newer GPU (2014 vs 2008).
| Feature | GeForce 820M | GeForce 9800 GTX |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | — | $299 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $30 | $30 |
| Performance per Dollar | 16.1 | 25.6+59% |
| Codename | GM108 | NB9E-GTX |
| Release | March 12 2014 | July 15 2008 |
| Ranking | #854 | #825 |
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