GeForce 9500M GS vs Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU

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 9500M GS is positioned at rank #628 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 9500M GS

#618

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

4891%

#620

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

4433%

#621

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

4422%

#625

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

4021%

#626

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

3993%

#628

GeForce 9500M GS

MSRP: $60|Avg: $15

100%

#629

GeForce 8800 GS

MSRP: $150|Avg: $40

99%

#631

GeForce 9800 GTX+

MSRP: $229|Avg: $50

96%

#632

Mobility Radeon X1700

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

96%

#633

Mobility Radeon HD 560v

MSRP: $150|Avg: $30

95%

#634

GeForce 9300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $20

95%

#635

Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU

MSRP: $899|Avg: $400

95%

#636

GeForce 8400M G

MSRP: $50|Avg: $20

95%

#637

GeForce 8400M GS

MSRP: $50|Avg: $20

94%

#638

Mobility Radeon HD 2400 XT

MSRP: $49|Avg: $49

94%

#639

GeForce 9100

MSRP: $40|Avg: $5

92%

#640

GeForce 8300

MSRP: $50|Avg: $50

92%

#641

GeForce 9600M GT

MSRP: $80|Avg: $20

92%

#642

Mobility Radeon HD 3430

MSRP: $49|Avg: $49

90%

#643

Mobility Radeon HD serie 4200

MSRP: $49|Avg: $10

89%

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 Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU is significantly newer (2018 vs 2008). The Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce 9500M GS lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce 9500M GS is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 3.1% higher G3D Mark score and 100+% more VRAM (512 MB vs 0 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU.

Insight	GeForce 9500M GS	Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+3.1%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-3.1%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / G9x (2007−2010))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / Legacy)
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	✅ More VRAM (+100+%)	❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	—	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce 9500M 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.

GeForce 9500M GS Benchmark Check

Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce 9500M GS and Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU

GeForce 9500M GS

The GeForce 9500M 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: 133 points.

Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU

The Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU is manufactured by Qualcomm. It was released in December 6 2018. The thermal design power (TDP) is 7W. Manufactured using 7 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 129 points.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce 9500M GS scores 133 and the Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU reaches 129 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 3.1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance.

Feature	GeForce 9500M GS	Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU
G3D Mark Score	133+3%	129
Process Node	65 nm	7 nm

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce 9500M GS	Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU
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 9500M GS comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU has 0 MB. The GeForce 9500M GS offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs System.

Feature	GeForce 9500M GS	Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU
VRAM Capacity	0.5 GB	Shared System RAM
Memory Type	GDDR5	Shared
Memory Bandwidth	Unknown	Unknown
Bus Width	64-bit	System

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 10.0 (GeForce 9500M GS) vs 12_1 (Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU). Maximum simultaneous displays: 1 vs 0.

Feature	GeForce 9500M GS	Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU
DirectX	10.0	12_1+20%
Max Displays	1	0

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce 9500M GS draws 150W versus the Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU's 7W — a 182.2% difference. The Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce 9500M GS) vs 1W (Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU). Power connectors: Legacy vs Integrated. Card length: 0mm vs 1mm, occupying 0 vs 0 slots.

Feature	GeForce 9500M GS	Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU
TDP	150W	7W-95%
Recommended PSU	350W	1W-100%
Power Connector	Legacy	Integrated
Length	0mm	1mm
Height	0mm	—
Slots	0	0
Temp (Load)	75°C	—
Perf/Watt	0.9	18.4+1944%

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Value Analysis

The GeForce 9500M GS launched at $60 MSRP and currently averages $15, while the Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU launched at $0 and now averages $0. The Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU costs 100+% less ($15 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 8.9 (GeForce 9500M GS) vs Infinity (Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU) — the Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU offers Infinity% better value. The Qualcomm Adreno 618 GPU is the newer GPU (2018 vs 2008).