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GeForce 8500 GT
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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. The GeForce 8500 GT is positioned at rank #647 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GeForce 8500 GT
Performance Per Dollar
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce 8500 GT is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 3% higher G3D Mark score and 300% more VRAM (1 GB vs 256 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce 8600M GT.
| Insight | GeForce 8500 GT | GeForce 8600M GT |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+3%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-3%) |
| 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 | — |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce 8500 GT remains the clear technical winner. Check real-time availability to determine if the performance gap justifies the market price.
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 8500 GT and GeForce 8600M GT
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 8600M GT
The GeForce 8600M 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: 164 points.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce 8500 GT scores 169 and the GeForce 8600M GT reaches 164 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 3% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce 8500 GT is built on G9x while the GeForce 8600M GT uses G9x, both on a 65 nm process. Shader units: 224 (GeForce 8500 GT) vs 224 (GeForce 8600M GT).
| Feature | GeForce 8500 GT | GeForce 8600M GT |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 169+3% | 164 |
| Architecture | G9x | G9x |
| Process Node | 65 nm | 65 nm |
| Shading Units | 224 | 224 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce 8500 GT | GeForce 8600M 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)
The GeForce 8500 GT comes with 1 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce 8600M GT 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 8600M GT |
|---|---|---|
| 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 11.1 (10_0) (GeForce 8600M GT). OpenGL: 3.3 vs 3.3. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 2.
| Feature | GeForce 8500 GT | GeForce 8600M GT |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 10.0 | 11.1 (10_0)+11% |
| OpenGL | 3.3 | 3.3 |
| Max Displays | 2 | 2 |
Media & Encoding
Decoder: PureVideo HD VP2 vs PureVideo HD (VP2). Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264 (GeForce 8500 GT) vs H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (GeForce 8600M GT).
| Feature | GeForce 8500 GT | GeForce 8600M GT |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | No | — |
| Decoder | PureVideo HD VP2 | PureVideo HD (VP2) |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,H.264 | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce 8500 GT draws 150W versus the GeForce 8600M GT's 150W — a 0% difference. The GeForce 8600M GT is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce 8500 GT) vs 350W (GeForce 8600M GT). Power connectors: Legacy vs Legacy. Typical load temperature: 75°C vs 85°C.
| Feature | GeForce 8500 GT | GeForce 8600M GT |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 150W | 150W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | Legacy | Legacy |
| Length | 173mm | — |
| Height | 111mm | — |
| Slots | 1 | 0-100% |
| Temp (Load) | 75°C-12% | 85°C |
| Perf/Watt | 1.1 | 1.1 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce 8500 GT launched at $89 MSRP and currently averages $15, while the GeForce 8600M GT launched at $0 and now averages $0. The GeForce 8600M GT costs 100+% less ($15 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 11.3 (GeForce 8500 GT) vs Infinity (GeForce 8600M GT) — the GeForce 8600M GT offers Infinity% better value.
| Feature | GeForce 8500 GT | GeForce 8600M GT |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $89 | $0-100% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $15 | $0-100% |
| Performance per Dollar | 11.3 | Infinity |
| Codename | NB9E-GTX | NB9E-GTX |
| Release | July 15 2008 | July 15 2008 |
| Ranking | #825 | #825 |
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