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GeForce 8800 GTX
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Radeon R7 M265
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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 R7 M265 is on rank 249, so the Radeon R7 M265 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 R7 M265
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The Radeon R7 M265 is significantly newer (2014 vs 2008). The Radeon R7 M265 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce 8800 GTX lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Radeon R7 M265 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.7% higher G3D Mark score and 433.3% more VRAM (4 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 R7 M265 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.7%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.7%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / G9x (2007−2010)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+433.3%) |
| Efficiency | Normal Efficiency | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (267mm) | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The Radeon R7 M265 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Radeon R7 M265 holds the technical lead. Priced at $30 (vs $50), it costs 40% less, resulting in a 67.9% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce 8800 GTX | Radeon R7 M265 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+67.9%) |
| 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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of GeForce 8800 GTX and Radeon R7 M265
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 R7 M265
The Radeon R7 M265 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in February 13 2014. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The boost clock speed is 925 MHz. It has 1024 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 560 points. Launch price was $149.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce 8800 GTX scores 556 and the Radeon R7 M265 reaches 560 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.7% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce 8800 GTX is built on G9x while the Radeon R7 M265 uses GCN 1.0, both on 65 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 224 (GeForce 8800 GTX) vs 1,024 (Radeon R7 M265).
| Feature | GeForce 8800 GTX | Radeon R7 M265 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 556 | 560 |
| Architecture | G9x | GCN 1.0 |
| Process Node | 65 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 224 | 1024+357% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce 8800 GTX | Radeon R7 M265 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 R7 M265 has 4 GB. The Radeon R7 M265 offers 433.3% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | GeForce 8800 GTX | Radeon R7 M265 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.75 GB | 4 GB+433% |
| 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 (11_1) (Radeon R7 M265). OpenGL: 3.3 vs 4.4. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 2.
| Feature | GeForce 8800 GTX | Radeon R7 M265 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 10.0 | 12 (11_1)+20% |
| OpenGL | 3.3 | 4.4+33% |
| Max Displays | 2 | 2 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: None (GeForce 8800 GTX) vs VCE 1.0 (Radeon R7 M265). Decoder: PureVideo HD (VP2) vs UVD 4.0. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,VC-1,H.264 (GeForce 8800 GTX) vs H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 (Radeon R7 M265).
| Feature | GeForce 8800 GTX | Radeon R7 M265 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | None | VCE 1.0 |
| Decoder | PureVideo HD (VP2) | UVD 4.0 |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,VC-1,H.264 | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce 8800 GTX draws 150W versus the Radeon R7 M265's 150W — a 0% difference. The Radeon R7 M265 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce 8800 GTX) vs 350W (Radeon R7 M265). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs Mobile. Typical load temperature: 85 vs 80°C.
| Feature | GeForce 8800 GTX | Radeon R7 M265 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 150W | 150W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | Mobile |
| Length | 267mm | — |
| Height | 111mm | — |
| Slots | 2 | 0-100% |
| Temp (Load) | 85 | 80°C-6% |
| Perf/Watt | 3.7 | 3.7 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce 8800 GTX launched at $599 MSRP and currently averages $50, while the Radeon R7 M265 launched at $130 and now averages $30. The Radeon R7 M265 costs 40% less ($20 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 11.1 (GeForce 8800 GTX) vs 18.7 (Radeon R7 M265) — the Radeon R7 M265 offers 68.5% better value. The Radeon R7 M265 is the newer GPU (2014 vs 2008).
| Feature | GeForce 8800 GTX | Radeon R7 M265 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $599 | $130-78% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $50 | $30-40% |
| Performance per Dollar | 11.1 | 18.7+68% |
| Codename | NB9E-GTX | Pitcairn |
| Release | July 15 2008 | February 13 2014 |
| Ranking | #825 | #489 |
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