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GeForce 8500 GT
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GeForce 7800 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 8500 GT is positioned at rank 647 and the GeForce 7800 GS is on rank 446, so the GeForce 7800 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 8500 GT
Performance Per Dollar GeForce 7800 GS
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce 7800 GS is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 4.7% higher G3D Mark score. However, the GeForce 8500 GT offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | GeForce 8500 GT | GeForce 7800 GS |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-4.7%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+4.7%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / G9x (2007−2010)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / G9x (2007−2010)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+300%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | Normal Efficiency | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce 8500 GT offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce 8500 GT holds the technical lead. Priced at $15 (vs $30), it costs 50% less, resulting in a 91% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce 8500 GT | GeForce 7800 GS |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+91%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($15) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($30) |
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.
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Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of GeForce 8500 GT and GeForce 7800 GS
GeForce 8500 GT
The GeForce 8500 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: 169 points.
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.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce 8500 GT scores 169 and the GeForce 7800 GS reaches 177 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 4.7% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce 8500 GT is built on G9x while the GeForce 7800 GS uses G9x, both on a 65 nm process. Shader units: 224 (GeForce 8500 GT) vs 224 (GeForce 7800 GS).
| Feature | GeForce 8500 GT | GeForce 7800 GS |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 169 | 177+5% |
| Architecture | G9x | G9x |
| Process Node | 65 nm | 65 nm |
| Shading Units | 224 | 224 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce 8500 GT | GeForce 7800 GS |
|---|---|---|
| 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 8500 GT comes with 1 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce 7800 GS has 256 MB. The GeForce 8500 GT offers 300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit.
| Feature | GeForce 8500 GT | GeForce 7800 GS |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 1 GB+300% | 0.25 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | Unknown |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 10.0 (GeForce 8500 GT) vs 9.0c (GeForce 7800 GS). OpenGL: 3.3 vs 2.1. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 2.
| Feature | GeForce 8500 GT | GeForce 7800 GS |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 10.0+11% | 9.0c |
| OpenGL | 3.3+57% | 2.1 |
| Max Displays | 2 | 2 |
Media & Encoding
Decoder: PureVideo HD VP2 vs PureVideo. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264 (GeForce 8500 GT) vs MPEG-2,H.264 (GeForce 7800 GS).
| Feature | GeForce 8500 GT | GeForce 7800 GS |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | No | — |
| Decoder | PureVideo HD VP2 | PureVideo |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,H.264 | MPEG-2,H.264 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce 8500 GT draws 150W versus the GeForce 7800 GS's 150W — a 0% difference. The GeForce 7800 GS is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce 8500 GT) vs 350W (GeForce 7800 GS). Power connectors: Legacy vs Legacy. Card length: 173mm vs 215mm, occupying 1 vs 1 slots. Typical load temperature: 75°C vs 75°C.
| Feature | GeForce 8500 GT | GeForce 7800 GS |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 150W | 150W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | Legacy | Legacy |
| Length | 173mm | 215mm |
| Height | 111mm | — |
| Slots | 1 | 1 |
| Temp (Load) | 75°C | 75°C |
| Perf/Watt | 1.1 | 1.2+9% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce 8500 GT launched at $89 MSRP and currently averages $15, while the GeForce 7800 GS launched at $30 and now averages $30. The GeForce 8500 GT costs 50% less ($15 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 11.3 (GeForce 8500 GT) vs 5.9 (GeForce 7800 GS) — the GeForce 8500 GT offers 91.5% better value.
| Feature | GeForce 8500 GT | GeForce 7800 GS |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $89 | $30-66% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $15-50% | $30 |
| Performance per Dollar | 11.3+92% | 5.9 |
| Codename | NB9E-GTX | NB9E-GTX |
| Release | July 15 2008 | July 15 2008 |
| Ranking | #825 | #825 |
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