
GeForce 9500 GS vs GeForce GT 240M

GeForce 9500 GS
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GeForce GT 240M
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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 9500 GS is positioned at rank 644 and the GeForce GT 240M is on rank 392, so the GeForce GT 240M offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GeForce 9500 GS
Performance Per Dollar GeForce GT 240M
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce 9500 GS is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.9% higher G3D Mark score. However, the GeForce GT 240M offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | GeForce 9500 GS | GeForce GT 240M |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.9%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.9%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / G9x (2007−2010)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / 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 | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | — |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce 9500 GS 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 9500 GS and GeForce GT 240M

GeForce 9500 GS
The GeForce 9500 GS 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: 216 points.

GeForce GT 240M
The GeForce GT 240M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 22 2012. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from Up to 625 MHz to 645 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 32W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 212 points.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce 9500 GS scores 216 and the GeForce GT 240M reaches 212 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.9% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce 9500 GS is built on G9x while the GeForce GT 240M uses Kepler, both on 65 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 224 (GeForce 9500 GS) vs 384 (GeForce GT 240M).
| Feature | GeForce 9500 GS | GeForce GT 240M |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 216+2% | 212 |
| Architecture | G9x | Kepler |
| Process Node | 65 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 224 | 384+71% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce 9500 GS | GeForce GT 240M |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce 9500 GS comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce GT 240M has 1 GB. The GeForce GT 240M offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | GeForce 9500 GS | GeForce GT 240M |
|---|---|---|
| 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: 11.1 (10_0) (GeForce 9500 GS) vs 11.1 (10_1) (GeForce GT 240M). OpenGL: 3.3 vs 3.3. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 0.
| Feature | GeForce 9500 GS | GeForce GT 240M |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 11.1 (10_0) | 11.1 (10_1) |
| OpenGL | 3.3 | 3.3 |
| Max Displays | 2 | 0 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: PureVideo HD (GeForce 9500 GS) vs None (GeForce GT 240M). Decoder: PureVideo HD vs PureVideo HD (VP4). Supported codecs: H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1 (GeForce 9500 GS) vs MPEG-2,VC-1,H.264,MPEG-4 (GeForce GT 240M).
| Feature | GeForce 9500 GS | GeForce GT 240M |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | PureVideo HD | None |
| Decoder | PureVideo HD | PureVideo HD (VP4) |
| Codecs | H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1 | MPEG-2,VC-1,H.264,MPEG-4 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce 9500 GS draws 150W versus the GeForce GT 240M's 32W — a 129.7% difference. The GeForce GT 240M is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce 9500 GS) vs 350W (GeForce GT 240M). Power connectors: Legacy vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 168mm vs 0mm, occupying 1 vs 0 slots. Typical load temperature: 80 vs 70.
| Feature | GeForce 9500 GS | GeForce GT 240M |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 150W | 32W-79% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | Legacy | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 168mm | 0mm |
| Height | 111mm | 0mm |
| Slots | 1 | 0-100% |
| Temp (Load) | 80 | 70-13% |
| Perf/Watt | 1.4 | 6.6+371% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GT 240M is the newer GPU (2012 vs 2008).
| Feature | GeForce 9500 GS | GeForce GT 240M |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $110 | — |
| Avg Price (30d) | $10 | — |
| Codename | NB9E-GTX | GK107 |
| Release | July 15 2008 | March 22 2012 |
| Ranking | #825 | #909 |
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