CPU
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GeForce 8800 GTX
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Radeon HD 6610M
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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 GTX is positioned at rank 698 and the Radeon HD 6610M is on rank 594, so the Radeon HD 6610M 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 GTX
Performance Per Dollar Radeon HD 6610M
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Radeon HD 6610M is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.6% higher G3D Mark score. However, the GeForce 8800 GTX offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | GeForce 8800 GTX | Radeon HD 6610M |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.6%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.6%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / G9x (2007−2010)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / TeraScale 2 (2009−2015)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+50%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (267mm) | — |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the Radeon HD 6610M 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 8800 GTX and Radeon HD 6610M
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.
Radeon HD 6610M
The Radeon HD 6610M is manufactured by AMD. It was released in January 4 2011. It features the TeraScale 2 architecture. The core clock speed is 680 MHz. It has 960 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 565 points.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce 8800 GTX scores 556 and the Radeon HD 6610M reaches 565 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.6% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce 8800 GTX is built on G9x while the Radeon HD 6610M uses TeraScale 2, both on 65 nm vs 40 nm. Shader units: 224 (GeForce 8800 GTX) vs 960 (Radeon HD 6610M).
| Feature | GeForce 8800 GTX | Radeon HD 6610M |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 556 | 565+2% |
| Architecture | G9x | TeraScale 2 |
| Process Node | 65 nm | 40 nm |
| Shading Units | 224 | 960+329% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce 8800 GTX | Radeon HD 6610M |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 2.1 (Compatible) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | FSR 3 (Compatible) | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | AMD Anti-Lag |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce 8800 GTX comes with 768 MB of VRAM, while the Radeon HD 6610M has 512 MB. The GeForce 8800 GTX offers 50% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs System.
| Feature | GeForce 8800 GTX | Radeon HD 6610M |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.75 GB+50% | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | Shared |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | System |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | System |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce 8800 GTX draws 150W versus the Radeon HD 6610M's 75W — a 66.7% difference. The Radeon HD 6610M is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce 8800 GTX) vs 350W (Radeon HD 6610M). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 1x 6-pin.
| Feature | GeForce 8800 GTX | Radeon HD 6610M |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 150W | 75W-50% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | 1x 6-pin |
| Length | 267mm | — |
| Height | 111mm | — |
| Slots | 2 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 85 | — |
| Perf/Watt | 3.7 | 7.5+103% |
Value Analysis
The Radeon HD 6610M is the newer GPU (2011 vs 2008).
| Feature | GeForce 8800 GTX | Radeon HD 6610M |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $599 | — |
| Avg Price (30d) | $50 | — |
| Codename | NB9E-GTX | Blackcomb |
| Release | July 15 2008 | January 4 2011 |
| Ranking | #825 | #654 |
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