GeForce 8800M GTX vs GeForce 9600 GT
GeForce 8800M GTX
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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 8800M GTX is positioned at rank 378 and the GeForce 9600 GT is on rank 578, so the GeForce 8800M GTX offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GeForce 8800M GTX
Performance Per Dollar GeForce 9600 GT
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce 9600 GT is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.4% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (1 GB vs 512 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce 8800M GTX.
| Insight | GeForce 8800M GTX | GeForce 9600 GT |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.4%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+2.4%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / G9x (2007−2010)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / G9x (2007−2010)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+100%) |
| Efficiency | Normal Efficiency | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | — | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce 9600 GT 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 8800M GTX and GeForce 9600 GT
GeForce 8800M GTX
The GeForce 8800M 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: 462 points.
GeForce 9600 GT
The GeForce 9600 GT 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: 473 points.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce 8800M GTX scores 462 and the GeForce 9600 GT reaches 473 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.4% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce 8800M GTX is built on G9x while the GeForce 9600 GT uses G9x, both on a 65 nm process. Shader units: 224 (GeForce 8800M GTX) vs 224 (GeForce 9600 GT).
| Feature | GeForce 8800M GTX | GeForce 9600 GT |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 462 | 473+2% |
| Architecture | G9x | G9x |
| Process Node | 65 nm | 65 nm |
| Shading Units | 224 | 224 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce 8800M GTX | GeForce 9600 GT |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce 8800M GTX comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce 9600 GT has 1 GB. The GeForce 9600 GT offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit.
| Feature | GeForce 8800M GTX | GeForce 9600 GT |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | 1 GB+100% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | Unknown |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 10.0 (GeForce 8800M GTX) vs 11.1 (10_0) (GeForce 9600 GT). OpenGL: 3.3 vs 3.3. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 2.
| Feature | GeForce 8800M GTX | GeForce 9600 GT |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 10.0 | 11.1 (10_0)+11% |
| OpenGL | 3.3 | 3.3 |
| Max Displays | 2 | 2 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: No (GeForce 8800M GTX) vs PureVideo HD (GeForce 9600 GT). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP2 vs PureVideo HD. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264 (GeForce 8800M GTX) vs H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1 (GeForce 9600 GT).
| Feature | GeForce 8800M GTX | GeForce 9600 GT |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | No | PureVideo HD |
| Decoder | PureVideo HD VP2 | PureVideo HD |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,H.264 | H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce 8800M GTX draws 150W versus the GeForce 9600 GT's 150W — a 0% difference. The GeForce 9600 GT is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce 8800M GTX) vs 350W (GeForce 9600 GT). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs Legacy. Card length: 0mm vs 229mm, occupying 0 vs 1 slots. Typical load temperature: 95°C vs 80.
| Feature | GeForce 8800M GTX | GeForce 9600 GT |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 150W | 150W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | Legacy |
| Length | 0mm | 229mm |
| Height | 0mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 0-100% | 1 |
| Temp (Load) | 95°C | 80-16% |
| Perf/Watt | 3.1 | 3.2+3% |
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