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GeForce 8800 GT
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Radeon HD 7560D
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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 8800 GT is positioned at rank 656 and the Radeon HD 7560D is on rank 244, so the Radeon HD 7560D offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GeForce 8800 GT
Performance Per Dollar Radeon HD 7560D
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce 8800 GT is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.1% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (1 GB vs 512 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon HD 7560D.
| Insight | GeForce 8800 GT | Radeon HD 7560D |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.1%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.1%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / G9x (2007−2010)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+100%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The Radeon HD 7560D offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Radeon HD 7560D holds the technical lead. Priced at $15 (vs $25), it costs 40% less, resulting in a 64.8% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce 8800 GT | Radeon HD 7560D |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+64.8%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($25) | ✅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 8800 GT and Radeon HD 7560D
GeForce 8800 GT
The GeForce 8800 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: 457 points.
Radeon HD 7560D
The Radeon HD 7560D is manufactured by AMD. It was released in January 31 2012. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The boost clock speed is 1250 MHz. It has 1792 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 200W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 452 points. Launch price was $449.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce 8800 GT scores 457 and the Radeon HD 7560D reaches 452 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce 8800 GT is built on G9x while the Radeon HD 7560D uses GCN 1.0, both on 65 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 224 (GeForce 8800 GT) vs 1,792 (Radeon HD 7560D).
| Feature | GeForce 8800 GT | Radeon HD 7560D |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 457+1% | 452 |
| Architecture | G9x | GCN 1.0 |
| Process Node | 65 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 224 | 1792+700% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce 8800 GT | Radeon HD 7560D |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | AMD Anti-Lag |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce 8800 GT comes with 1 GB of VRAM, while the Radeon HD 7560D has 512 MB. The GeForce 8800 GT offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | GeForce 8800 GT | Radeon HD 7560D |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 1 GB+100% | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | Unknown |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 128-bit+100% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 10.0 (GeForce 8800 GT) vs 11.2 (11_0) (Radeon HD 7560D). Vulkan: None vs N/A. OpenGL: 3.3 vs 4.4. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 2.
| Feature | GeForce 8800 GT | Radeon HD 7560D |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 10.0 | 11.2 (11_0)+12% |
| Vulkan | None | N/A |
| OpenGL | 3.3 | 4.4+33% |
| Max Displays | 2 | 2 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: No (GeForce 8800 GT) vs VCE 1.0 (Radeon HD 7560D). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP2 vs UVD 3.0. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264 (GeForce 8800 GT) vs H.264,MPEG-4,VC-1,MPEG-2,MVC (Radeon HD 7560D).
| Feature | GeForce 8800 GT | Radeon HD 7560D |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | No | VCE 1.0 |
| Decoder | PureVideo HD VP2 | UVD 3.0 |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,H.264 | H.264,MPEG-4,VC-1,MPEG-2,MVC |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce 8800 GT draws 150W versus the Radeon HD 7560D's 200W — a 28.6% difference. The GeForce 8800 GT is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce 8800 GT) vs 350W (Radeon HD 7560D). Power connectors: Legacy vs 1x 6-pin. Card length: 229mm vs 0mm, occupying 1 vs 0 slots. Typical load temperature: 85°C vs 75.
| Feature | GeForce 8800 GT | Radeon HD 7560D |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 150W-25% | 200W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | Legacy | 1x 6-pin |
| Length | 229mm | 0mm |
| Height | 111mm | 0mm |
| Slots | 1 | 0-100% |
| Temp (Load) | 85°C | 75-12% |
| Perf/Watt | 3.0+30% | 2.3 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce 8800 GT launched at $249 MSRP and currently averages $25, while the Radeon HD 7560D launched at $101 and now averages $15. The Radeon HD 7560D costs 40% less ($10 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 18.3 (GeForce 8800 GT) vs 30.1 (Radeon HD 7560D) — the Radeon HD 7560D offers 64.5% better value. The Radeon HD 7560D is the newer GPU (2012 vs 2008).
| Feature | GeForce 8800 GT | Radeon HD 7560D |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $249 | $101-59% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $25 | $15-40% |
| Performance per Dollar | 18.3 | 30.1+64% |
| Codename | NB9E-GTX | Tahiti |
| Release | July 15 2008 | January 31 2012 |
| Ranking | #825 | #454 |
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