GeForce 9300M GS 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 9300M GS is positioned at rank #686 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 9300M GS

#676

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

9201%

#678

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

8341%

#679

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

8319%

#683

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

7564%

#684

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

7513%

#686

GeForce 9300M GS

MSRP: $100|Avg: $10

100%

#687

Mobility Radeon HD 2400

MSRP: $79|Avg: $1

97%

#688

GeForce 6150 LE

MSRP: $30|Avg: $10

93%

#689

Mobility Radeon HD 3870 X2

MSRP: $449|Avg: $50

90%

#690

GeForce 9450

MSRP: $100|Avg: $25

89%

#691

GeForce 9800 GX2

MSRP: $599|Avg: $75

86%

#692

GeForce 7900 GS

MSRP: $259|Avg: $50

86%

#693

MOBILITY RADEON X600

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

85%

#694

Mobility Radeon X2300

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

83%

#695

Mobility Radeon HD 4250

MSRP: $100|Avg: $15

83%

#696

Mobility Radeon X2300 HD

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

83%

#697

Mobility Radeon HD 2600 XT

MSRP: $199|Avg: $12

81%

#698

GeForce 8600 GTS

MSRP: $199|Avg: $35

79%

#699

GeForce 8800 GTX

MSRP: $599|Avg: $50

79%

#700

Mobility Radeon HD 3450

MSRP: $100|Avg: $15

77%

#701

GeForce 8800 GTS

MSRP: $449|Avg: $50

77%

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Performance Per Dollar

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Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The GeForce 9300M GS is significantly newer (2015 vs 2008). The GeForce 9300M GS 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 8700M GT is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 5.1% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce 9300M GS.

Insight	GeForce 9300M GS	GeForce 8700M GT
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-5.1%)	✅Leading raw performance (+5.1%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell (2014−2017))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / G9x (2007−2010))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	—	—

💎 Value Proposition

While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce 8700M 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.

GeForce 9300M GS Benchmark Check

GeForce 8700M GT Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

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Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

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League of Legends

League of Legends

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Valorant

Valorant

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Technical Specifications

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

GeForce 9300M GS

The GeForce 9300M GS is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 13 2015. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 549 MHz to 549 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 33W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 118 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

In G3D Mark, the GeForce 9300M GS scores 118 versus the GeForce 8700M GT's 124 — the GeForce 8700M GT leads by 5.1%. The GeForce 9300M GS is built on Maxwell while the GeForce 8700M GT uses G9x, both on 28 nm vs 65 nm. Shader units: 384 (GeForce 9300M GS) vs 224 (GeForce 8700M GT).

Feature	GeForce 9300M GS	GeForce 8700M GT
G3D Mark Score	118	124+5%
Architecture	Maxwell	G9x
Process Node	28 nm	65 nm
Shading Units	384+71%	224

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce 9300M GS	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)

Both cards feature 256 MB of GDDR5. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit.

Feature	GeForce 9300M GS	GeForce 8700M GT
VRAM Capacity	0.25 GB	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: 10.0 (GeForce 9300M GS) vs 10.0 (GeForce 8700M GT). Vulkan: None vs None. OpenGL: 3.3 vs 3.3. Maximum simultaneous displays: 1 vs 2.

Feature	GeForce 9300M GS	GeForce 8700M GT
DirectX	10.0	10.0
Vulkan	None	None
OpenGL	3.3	3.3
Max Displays	1	2+100%

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: No (GeForce 9300M GS) vs No (GeForce 8700M GT). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP3 vs PureVideo HD VP2. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1 (GeForce 9300M GS) vs MPEG-2,H.264 (GeForce 8700M GT).

Feature	GeForce 9300M GS	GeForce 8700M GT
Encoder	No	No
Decoder	PureVideo HD VP3	PureVideo HD VP2
Codecs	MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1	MPEG-2,H.264

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Power & Dimensions

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

Feature	GeForce 9300M GS	GeForce 8700M GT
TDP	33W-78%	150W
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	Legacy	Legacy
Length	0mm	0mm
Height	0mm	0mm
Slots	0	0
Temp (Load)	80°C-6%	85°C
Perf/Watt	3.6+350%	0.8

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Value Analysis

The GeForce 9300M GS launched at $100 MSRP and currently averages $10, while the GeForce 8700M GT launched at $0 and now averages $0. The GeForce 8700M GT costs 100+% less ($10 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 11.8 (GeForce 9300M GS) vs Infinity (GeForce 8700M GT) — the GeForce 8700M GT offers Infinity% better value. The GeForce 9300M GS is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2008).