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GeForce 8800M GTX
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GeForce GT 540M
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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 8800M GTX is positioned at rank 378 and the GeForce GT 540M is on rank 172, so the GeForce GT 540M 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 GT 540M
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce GT 540M is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.6% 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 GT 540M |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.6%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+2.6%) |
| 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 (+100%) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce GT 540M 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 GT 540M
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 GT 540M
The GeForce GT 540M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 9 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 941 MHz to 967 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 474 points.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce 8800M GTX scores 462 and the GeForce GT 540M reaches 474 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.6% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce 8800M GTX is built on G9x while the GeForce GT 540M uses Kepler, both on 65 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 224 (GeForce 8800M GTX) vs 384 (GeForce GT 540M).
| Feature | GeForce 8800M GTX | GeForce GT 540M |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 462 | 474+3% |
| Architecture | G9x | Kepler |
| Process Node | 65 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 224 | 384+71% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce 8800M GTX | GeForce GT 540M |
|---|---|---|
| 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 GT 540M has 1 GB. The GeForce GT 540M offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | GeForce 8800M GTX | GeForce GT 540M |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | 1 GB+100% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | Unknown |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 128-bit+100% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 10.0 (GeForce 8800M GTX) vs 11.0 (GeForce GT 540M). Vulkan: None vs None. OpenGL: 3.3 vs 4.0. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 1.
| Feature | GeForce 8800M GTX | GeForce GT 540M |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 10.0 | 11.0+10% |
| Vulkan | None | None |
| OpenGL | 3.3 | 4.0+21% |
| Max Displays | 2+100% | 1 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: No (GeForce 8800M GTX) vs No (GeForce GT 540M). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP2 vs PureVideo HD VP4. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264 (GeForce 8800M GTX) vs MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1,MPEG-4 ASP (GeForce GT 540M).
| Feature | GeForce 8800M GTX | GeForce GT 540M |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | No | No |
| Decoder | PureVideo HD VP2 | PureVideo HD VP4 |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,H.264 | MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1,MPEG-4 ASP |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce 8800M GTX draws 150W versus the GeForce GT 540M's 50W — a 100% difference. The GeForce GT 540M is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce 8800M GTX) vs 350W (GeForce GT 540M). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 0mm vs 0mm, occupying 0 vs 0 slots. Typical load temperature: 95°C vs 85°C.
| Feature | GeForce 8800M GTX | GeForce GT 540M |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 150W | 50W-67% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 0mm | 0mm |
| Height | 0mm | 0mm |
| Slots | 0 | 0 |
| Temp (Load) | 95°C | 85°C-11% |
| Perf/Watt | 3.1 | 9.5+206% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GT 540M is the newer GPU (2013 vs 2008).
| Feature | GeForce 8800M GTX | GeForce GT 540M |
|---|---|---|
| Avg Price (30d) | — | $30 |
| Codename | NB9E-GTX | GK107 |
| Release | July 15 2008 | January 9 2013 |
| Ranking | #825 | #792 |
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