GeForce 9300 vs GeForce 8700M GT

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. The GeForce 9300 is positioned at rank #633 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar GeForce 9300

#623

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

5121%

#625

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

4642%

#626

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

4630%

#630

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

4210%

#631

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

4182%

#633

GeForce 9300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $20

100%

#634

Mobility Radeon HD 560v

MSRP: $150|Avg: $30

100%

#635

Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU

MSRP: $899|Avg: $400

99%

#636

GeForce 8400M G

MSRP: $50|Avg: $20

99%

#637

GeForce 8400M GS

MSRP: $50|Avg: $20

98%

#638

Mobility Radeon HD 2400 XT

MSRP: $49|Avg: $49

98%

#639

GeForce 9100

MSRP: $40|Avg: $5

97%

#640

GeForce 8300

MSRP: $50|Avg: $50

96%

#641

GeForce 9600M GT

MSRP: $80|Avg: $20

96%

#642

Mobility Radeon HD 3430

MSRP: $49|Avg: $49

94%

#643

Mobility Radeon HD serie 4200

MSRP: $49|Avg: $10

93%

#644

GeForce 9500 GS

MSRP: $110|Avg: $10

92%

#645

GeForce 9300GE

MSRP: $50|Avg: $15

92%

#646

Mobility Radeon HD 3470 Hybrid X2

MSRP: $49|Avg: $49

91%

#647

Mobility Radeon HD 4270

MSRP: $49|Avg: $49

90%

#648

GeForce 9500 GT

MSRP: $99|Avg: $15

90%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The GeForce 9300 is significantly newer (2015 vs 2008). The GeForce 9300 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce 8700M GT lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce 9300 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.4% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (512 MB vs 256 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce 8700M GT.

Insight	GeForce 9300	GeForce 8700M GT
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+2.4%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.4%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell (2014−2017))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / G9x (2007−2010))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	✅ More VRAM (+100%)	❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	—

💎 Value Proposition

While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce 9300 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.

GeForce 9300 Benchmark Check

GeForce 8700M GT Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce 9300 and GeForce 8700M GT

GeForce 9300

The GeForce 9300 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 13 2015. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 928 MHz to 941 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 33W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 127 points.

GeForce 8700M GT

The GeForce 8700M 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: 124 points.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce 9300 scores 127 and the GeForce 8700M GT reaches 124 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.4% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce 9300 is built on Maxwell while the GeForce 8700M GT uses G9x, both on 28 nm vs 65 nm. Shader units: 384 (GeForce 9300) vs 224 (GeForce 8700M GT).

Feature	GeForce 9300	GeForce 8700M GT
G3D Mark Score	127+2%	124
Architecture	Maxwell	G9x
Process Node	28 nm	65 nm
Shading Units	384+71%	224

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce 9300	GeForce 8700M GT
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce 9300 comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce 8700M GT has 256 MB. The GeForce 9300 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit.

Feature	GeForce 9300	GeForce 8700M GT
VRAM Capacity	0.5 GB+100%	0.25 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	Unknown	Unknown
Bus Width	128-bit+100%	64-bit

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 11.1 (10_0) (GeForce 9300) vs 10.0 (GeForce 8700M GT). Vulkan: N/A vs None. OpenGL: 3.3 vs 3.3. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 2.

Feature	GeForce 9300	GeForce 8700M GT
DirectX	11.1 (10_0)+11%	10.0
Vulkan	N/A	None
OpenGL	3.3	3.3
Max Displays	2	2

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: None (GeForce 9300) vs No (GeForce 8700M GT). Decoder: PureVideo HD (VP2) vs PureVideo HD VP2. Supported codecs: H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1 (GeForce 9300) vs MPEG-2,H.264 (GeForce 8700M GT).

Feature	GeForce 9300	GeForce 8700M GT
Encoder	None	No
Decoder	PureVideo HD (VP2)	PureVideo HD VP2
Codecs	H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1	MPEG-2,H.264

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce 9300 draws 33W versus the GeForce 8700M GT's 150W — a 127.9% difference. The GeForce 9300 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce 9300) vs 350W (GeForce 8700M GT). Power connectors: Legacy vs Legacy. Card length: 168mm vs 0mm, occupying 1 vs 0 slots. Typical load temperature: 80 vs 85°C.

Feature	GeForce 9300	GeForce 8700M GT
TDP	33W-78%	150W
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	Legacy	Legacy
Length	168mm	0mm
Height	69mm	0mm
Slots	1	0-100%
Temp (Load)	80-6%	85°C
Perf/Watt	3.8+375%	0.8

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Value Analysis

The GeForce 9300 launched at $60 MSRP and currently averages $20, while the GeForce 8700M GT launched at $0 and now averages $0. The GeForce 8700M GT costs 100+% less ($20 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 6.3 (GeForce 9300) vs Infinity (GeForce 8700M GT) — the GeForce 8700M GT offers Infinity% better value. The GeForce 9300 is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2008).