GeForce 8800 GTX vs GeForce GT 550M

CPU

GPU

GeForce 8800 GTX

2008Core: 500 MHz

GeForce GT 550M

2013Core: 980 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

GeForce 8800 GTX

150

556

0.0%

GeForce GTX 1060 6 GB

GeForce GTX 1070 Ti

GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER

GeForce GT 550M

561

+0.9%

GeForce GTX 1060 6 GB

GeForce GTX 1070 Ti

GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER

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 GTX is positioned at rank 698 and the GeForce GT 550M is on rank 125, so the GeForce GT 550M offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar GeForce 8800 GTX

#688

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

11674%

#690

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

10583%

#691

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

10555%

#695

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

9598%

#696

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

9532%

#698

GeForce 8800 GTX

MSRP: $599|Avg: $50

100%

#699

GeForce 8600 GTS

MSRP: $199|Avg: $35

100%

#700

GeForce 8800 GTS

MSRP: $449|Avg: $50

98%

#701

Mobility Radeon HD 3450

MSRP: $100|Avg: $15

98%

#702

GeForce 8600M GS

MSRP: $100|Avg: $20

96%

#703

GeForce 7650 GS

MSRP: $150|Avg: $15

96%

#704

Mobility Radeon X1400

MSRP: $49|Avg: $49

95%

#705

GeForce 8600 GT

MSRP: $159|Avg: $15

95%

#706

GeForce 7900 GT

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

92%

#707

GeForce 6150SE

MSRP: $30|Avg: $5

89%

#708

Mobility Radeon X1300

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

88%

#709

Mobility Radeon X1350

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

88%

#710

MOBILITY RADEON 9600/9700

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

86%

#711

GeForce 7900 GTX

MSRP: $499|Avg: $40

84%

#712

GeForce 6800 GS

MSRP: $249|Avg: $40

83%

#713

GeForce 6150

MSRP: $30|Avg: $10

78%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar GeForce GT 550M

#115

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

290%

#117

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

263%

#118

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

262%

#122

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

239%

#123

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

237%

#125

GeForce GT 550M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $30

100%

#131

GeForce GT 335M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $25

98%

#139

Iris Xe MAX Graphics

MSRP: $55|Avg: $40

96%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GT 550M is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.9% higher G3D Mark score and 33.3% more VRAM (1 GB vs 768 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce 8800 GTX.

Insight	GeForce 8800 GTX	GeForce GT 550M
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.9%)	✅Leading raw performance (+0.9%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / G9x (2007−2010))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+33.3%)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	Standard Size (267mm)	—

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GT 550M offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GT 550M holds the technical lead. Priced at $30 (vs $50), it costs 40% less, resulting in a 68.2% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce 8800 GTX	GeForce GT 550M
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+68.2%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($50)	✅More affordable ($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.

GeForce 8800 GTX Benchmark Check

GeForce GT 550M Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce 8800 GTX and GeForce GT 550M

GeForce 8800 GTX

The GeForce 8800 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: 556 points.

GeForce GT 550M

The GeForce GT 550M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in June 25 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 980 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 561 points.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce 8800 GTX scores 556 and the GeForce GT 550M reaches 561 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.9% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce 8800 GTX is built on G9x while the GeForce GT 550M uses Kepler, both on 65 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 224 (GeForce 8800 GTX) vs 384 (GeForce GT 550M).

Feature	GeForce 8800 GTX	GeForce GT 550M
G3D Mark Score	556	561
Architecture	G9x	Kepler
Process Node	65 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	224	384+71%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce 8800 GTX	GeForce GT 550M
Upscaling Tech	FSR 2.1 (Compatible)	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	FSR 3 (Compatible)	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce 8800 GTX comes with 768 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce GT 550M has 1 GB. The GeForce GT 550M offers 33.3% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit.

Feature	GeForce 8800 GTX	GeForce GT 550M
VRAM Capacity	0.75 GB	1 GB+33%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	Unknown	Unknown
Bus Width	64-bit	128-bit+100%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 10.0 (GeForce 8800 GTX) vs 11.0 (GeForce GT 550M). Vulkan: N/A vs None. OpenGL: 3.3 vs 4.0. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 1.

Feature	GeForce 8800 GTX	GeForce GT 550M
DirectX	10.0	11.0+10%
Vulkan	N/A	None
OpenGL	3.3	4.0+21%
Max Displays	2+100%	1

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: None (GeForce 8800 GTX) vs No (GeForce GT 550M). Decoder: PureVideo HD (VP2) vs PureVideo HD VP4. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,VC-1,H.264 (GeForce 8800 GTX) vs MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1,MPEG-4 ASP (GeForce GT 550M).

Feature	GeForce 8800 GTX	GeForce GT 550M
Encoder	None	No
Decoder	PureVideo HD (VP2)	PureVideo HD VP4
Codecs	MPEG-2,VC-1,H.264	MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1,MPEG-4 ASP

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce 8800 GTX draws 150W versus the GeForce GT 550M's 50W — a 100% difference. The GeForce GT 550M is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce 8800 GTX) vs 350W (GeForce GT 550M). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 267mm vs 0mm, occupying 2 vs 0 slots. Typical load temperature: 85 vs 85°C.

Feature	GeForce 8800 GTX	GeForce GT 550M
TDP	150W	50W-67%
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	PCIe-powered
Length	267mm	0mm
Height	111mm	0mm
Slots	2	0-100%
Temp (Load)	85	85°C
Perf/Watt	3.7	11.2+203%

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GT 550M costs 40% less ($20 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 11.1 (GeForce 8800 GTX) vs 18.7 (GeForce GT 550M) — the GeForce GT 550M offers 68.5% better value. The GeForce GT 550M is the newer GPU (2013 vs 2008).