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GeForce 9600 GSO
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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. The GeForce 9600 GSO is positioned at rank #615 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GeForce 9600 GSO
Performance Per Dollar
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The GeForce GTX 1060 is significantly newer (2016 vs 2008). The GeForce GTX 1060 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce 9600 GSO lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce GTX 1060 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 3015.8% higher G3D Mark score and 300% more VRAM (6 GB vs 2 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce 9600 GSO.
| Insight | GeForce 9600 GSO | GeForce GTX 1060 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-3015.8%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+3015.8%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / G9x (2007−2010)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Pascal (2016−2021)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+300%) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce GTX 1060 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 1060 holds the technical lead. Priced at $25 (vs $60), it costs 58% less, resulting in a 1198.2% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce 9600 GSO | GeForce GTX 1060 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+1198.2%) |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($25) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($60) |
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 9600 GSO and GeForce GTX 1060
GeForce 9600 GSO
The GeForce 9600 GSO 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: 323 points.
GeForce GTX 1060
The GeForce GTX 1060 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 27 2016. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1607 MHz to 1733 MHz. It has 2560 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 180W. Manufactured using 16 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 10,064 points. Launch price was $599.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce 9600 GSO scores 323 versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 10,064 — the GeForce GTX 1060 leads by 3015.8%. The GeForce 9600 GSO is built on G9x while the GeForce GTX 1060 uses Pascal, both on 65 nm vs 16 nm. Shader units: 224 (GeForce 9600 GSO) vs 2,560 (GeForce GTX 1060).
| Feature | GeForce 9600 GSO | GeForce GTX 1060 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 323 | 10,064+3016% |
| Architecture | G9x | Pascal |
| Process Node | 65 nm | 16 nm |
| Shading Units | 224 | 2560+1043% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce 9600 GSO | GeForce GTX 1060 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 2.1 (Compatible) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | FSR 3 (Compatible) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce 9600 GSO comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1060 has 6 GB. The GeForce GTX 1060 offers 300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 192-bit.
| Feature | GeForce 9600 GSO | GeForce GTX 1060 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 1.5 GB | 6 GB+300% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | 192 GB/s |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 192-bit+200% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 10.0 (GeForce 9600 GSO) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1060). Vulkan: None vs 1.3. OpenGL: 3.3 vs 4.5. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce 9600 GSO | GeForce GTX 1060 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 10.0 | 12+20% |
| Vulkan | None | 1.3 |
| OpenGL | 3.3 | 4.5+36% |
| Max Displays | 2 | 4+100% |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: No (GeForce 9600 GSO) vs NVENC (Pascal) (GeForce GTX 1060). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP2 vs NVDEC (Pascal). Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1 (GeForce 9600 GSO) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC (GeForce GTX 1060).
| Feature | GeForce 9600 GSO | GeForce GTX 1060 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | No | NVENC (Pascal) |
| Decoder | PureVideo HD VP2 | NVDEC (Pascal) |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1 | H.264,H.265/HEVC |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce 9600 GSO draws 150W versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 180W — a 18.2% difference. The GeForce 9600 GSO is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce 9600 GSO) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 1060). Power connectors: Legacy vs 6-pin. Card length: 229mm vs 173mm, occupying 1 vs 2 slots.
| Feature | GeForce 9600 GSO | GeForce GTX 1060 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 150W-17% | 180W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W-13% | 400W |
| Power Connector | Legacy | 6-pin |
| Length | 229mm | 173mm |
| Height | 111mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 1-50% | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 90°C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 2.2 | 55.9+2441% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce 9600 GSO launched at $129 MSRP and currently averages $25, while the GeForce GTX 1060 launched at $249 and now averages $60. The GeForce 9600 GSO costs 58.3% less ($35 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 12.9 (GeForce 9600 GSO) vs 167.7 (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 offers 1200% better value. The GeForce GTX 1060 is the newer GPU (2016 vs 2008).
| Feature | GeForce 9600 GSO | GeForce GTX 1060 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $129-48% | $249 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $25-58% | $60 |
| Performance per Dollar | 12.9 | 167.7+1200% |
| Codename | NB9E-GTX | GP104 |
| Release | July 15 2008 | May 27 2016 |
| Ranking | #825 | #137 |
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