GeForce 8800 GTS vs Radeon R5 M230
GeForce 8800 GTS
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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 8800 GTS is positioned at rank 700 and the Radeon R5 M230 is on rank 468, so the Radeon R5 M230 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 GTS
Performance Per Dollar Radeon R5 M230
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The Radeon R5 M230 is significantly newer (2015 vs 2008). The Radeon R5 M230 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce 8800 GTS lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Radeon R5 M230 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 4.4% higher G3D Mark score and 1178% more VRAM (4 GB vs 321 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce 8800 GTS.
| Insight | GeForce 8800 GTS | Radeon R5 M230 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-4.4%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+4.4%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / G9x (2007−2010)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / GCN (2012−2015)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+1178%) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The Radeon R5 M230 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Radeon R5 M230 holds the technical lead. Priced at $25 (vs $50), it costs 50% less, resulting in a 108.8% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce 8800 GTS | Radeon R5 M230 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+108.8%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($50) | ✅More affordable ($25) |
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 GTS and Radeon R5 M230
GeForce 8800 GTS
The GeForce 8800 GTS 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: 407 points.
Radeon R5 M230
The Radeon R5 M230 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in June 9 2015. It features the GCN architecture. It has 1024 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 425 points.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce 8800 GTS scores 407 and the Radeon R5 M230 reaches 425 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 4.4% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce 8800 GTS is built on G9x while the Radeon R5 M230 uses GCN, both on 65 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 224 (GeForce 8800 GTS) vs 1,024 (Radeon R5 M230).
| Feature | GeForce 8800 GTS | Radeon R5 M230 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 407 | 425+4% |
| Architecture | G9x | GCN |
| Process Node | 65 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 224 | 1024+357% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce 8800 GTS | Radeon R5 M230 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 GTS comes with 321 MB of VRAM, while the Radeon R5 M230 has 4 GB. The Radeon R5 M230 offers 1178% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | GeForce 8800 GTS | Radeon R5 M230 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.313 GB | 4 GB+1178% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | Unknown |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 128-bit+100% |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce 8800 GTS draws 150W versus the Radeon R5 M230's 75W — a 66.7% difference. The Radeon R5 M230 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce 8800 GTS) vs 350W (Radeon R5 M230). Power connectors: Legacy vs Mobile.
| Feature | GeForce 8800 GTS | Radeon R5 M230 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 150W | 75W-50% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | Legacy | Mobile |
| Length | 229mm | — |
| Height | 111mm | — |
| Slots | 2 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 95°C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 2.7 | 5.7+111% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce 8800 GTS launched at $449 MSRP and currently averages $50, while the Radeon R5 M230 launched at $80 and now averages $25. The Radeon R5 M230 costs 50% less ($25 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 8.1 (GeForce 8800 GTS) vs 17.0 (Radeon R5 M230) — the Radeon R5 M230 offers 109.9% better value. The Radeon R5 M230 is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2008).
| Feature | GeForce 8800 GTS | Radeon R5 M230 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $449 | $80-82% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $50 | $25-50% |
| Performance per Dollar | 8.1 | 17.0+110% |
| Codename | NB9E-GTX | Pitcairn |
| Release | July 15 2008 | June 9 2015 |
| Ranking | #825 | #522 |
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