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GeForce 8800 GTX
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Radeon R5 240
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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 GTX is positioned at rank 698 and the Radeon R5 240 is on rank 135, so the Radeon R5 240 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 R5 240
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Radeon R5 240 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.4% higher G3D Mark score and 166.7% more VRAM (2 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 | Radeon R5 240 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.4%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.4%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / G9x (2007−2010)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+166.7%) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (267mm) | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The Radeon R5 240 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Radeon R5 240 holds the technical lead. Priced at $10 (vs $50), it costs 80% less, resulting in a 401.8% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce 8800 GTX | Radeon R5 240 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+401.8%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($50) | ✅More affordable ($10) |
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 R5 240
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 R5 240
The Radeon R5 240 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in October 8 2013. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The boost clock speed is 780 MHz. It has 320 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 30W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 558 points. Launch price was $69.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce 8800 GTX scores 556 and the Radeon R5 240 reaches 558 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.4% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce 8800 GTX is built on G9x while the Radeon R5 240 uses GCN 1.0, both on 65 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 224 (GeForce 8800 GTX) vs 320 (Radeon R5 240).
| Feature | GeForce 8800 GTX | Radeon R5 240 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 556 | 558 |
| Architecture | G9x | GCN 1.0 |
| Process Node | 65 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 224 | 320+43% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce 8800 GTX | Radeon R5 240 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 R5 240 has 2 GB. The Radeon R5 240 offers 166.7% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | GeForce 8800 GTX | Radeon R5 240 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.75 GB | 2 GB+167% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | Unknown |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 128-bit+100% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 10.0 (GeForce 8800 GTX) vs 12_0 (Radeon R5 240). Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 2.
| Feature | GeForce 8800 GTX | Radeon R5 240 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 10.0 | 12_0+20% |
| Max Displays | 2 | 2 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: None (GeForce 8800 GTX) vs VCE 1.0 (Radeon R5 240). Decoder: PureVideo HD (VP2) vs UVD 3.1.
| Feature | GeForce 8800 GTX | Radeon R5 240 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | None | VCE 1.0 |
| Decoder | PureVideo HD (VP2) | UVD 3.1 |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,VC-1,H.264 | — |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce 8800 GTX draws 150W versus the Radeon R5 240's 30W — a 133.3% difference. The Radeon R5 240 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce 8800 GTX) vs 250W (Radeon R5 240). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs None. Card length: 267mm vs 168mm, occupying 2 vs 1 slots.
| Feature | GeForce 8800 GTX | Radeon R5 240 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 150W | 30W-80% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 250W-29% |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | None |
| Length | 267mm | 168mm |
| Height | 111mm | — |
| Slots | 2 | 1-50% |
| Temp (Load) | 85 | — |
| Perf/Watt | 3.7 | 18.6+403% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce 8800 GTX launched at $599 MSRP and currently averages $50, while the Radeon R5 240 launched at $59 and now averages $10. The Radeon R5 240 costs 80% less ($40 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 11.1 (GeForce 8800 GTX) vs 55.8 (Radeon R5 240) — the Radeon R5 240 offers 402.7% better value. The Radeon R5 240 is the newer GPU (2013 vs 2008).
| Feature | GeForce 8800 GTX | Radeon R5 240 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $599 | $59-90% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $50 | $10-80% |
| Performance per Dollar | 11.1 | 55.8+403% |
| Codename | NB9E-GTX | Oland |
| Release | July 15 2008 | October 8 2013 |
| Ranking | #825 | #911 |
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