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GeForce 9600M GS
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RADEON X800 SE
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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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The GeForce 9600M GS is positioned at rank 653 and the RADEON X800 SE is on rank 719, so the GeForce 9600M GS offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GeForce 9600M GS
Performance Per Dollar RADEON X800 SE
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The RADEON X800 SE is significantly newer (2025 vs 2008). The RADEON X800 SE likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce 9600M GS lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce 9600M GS is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.8% higher G3D Mark score and 300% more VRAM (1 GB vs 256 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the RADEON X800 SE.
| Insight | GeForce 9600M GS | RADEON X800 SE |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.8%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.8%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / G9x (2007−2010)) | RDNA 3.5 (2024−2025) (4nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+300%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | — | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The RADEON X800 SE offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $15 versus $20 for the GeForce 9600M GS, it costs 25% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 32.3% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce 9600M GS | RADEON X800 SE |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+32.3%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($20) | ✅More affordable ($15) |
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 9600M GS and RADEON X800 SE
GeForce 9600M GS
The GeForce 9600M 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: 131 points.
RADEON X800 SE
The RADEON X800 SE is manufactured by AMD. It was released in January 6 2025. It features the RDNA 3.5 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1295 MHz to 2900 MHz. It has 2560 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 55W. Manufactured using 4 nm process technology. It features 40 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 130 points.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce 9600M GS scores 131 and the RADEON X800 SE reaches 130 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.8% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce 9600M GS is built on G9x while the RADEON X800 SE uses RDNA 3.5, both on 65 nm vs 4 nm. Shader units: 224 (GeForce 9600M GS) vs 2,560 (RADEON X800 SE).
| Feature | GeForce 9600M GS | RADEON X800 SE |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 131 | 130 |
| Architecture | G9x | RDNA 3.5 |
| Process Node | 65 nm | 4 nm |
| Shading Units | 224 | 2560+1043% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce 9600M GS | RADEON X800 SE |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | AMD Anti-Lag |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce 9600M GS comes with 1 GB of VRAM, while the RADEON X800 SE has 256 MB. The GeForce 9600M GS offers 300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit.
| Feature | GeForce 9600M GS | RADEON X800 SE |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 1 GB+300% | 0.25 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 10.0 (GeForce 9600M GS) vs 9_0b (RADEON X800 SE). Maximum simultaneous displays: 1 vs 2.
| Feature | GeForce 9600M GS | RADEON X800 SE |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 10.0+11% | 9_0b |
| Max Displays | 1 | 2+100% |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce 9600M GS draws 150W versus the RADEON X800 SE's 55W — a 92.7% difference. The RADEON X800 SE is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce 9600M GS) vs 350W (RADEON X800 SE). Power connectors: Legacy vs Legacy. Card length: 0mm vs 170mm, occupying 0 vs 1 slots.
| Feature | GeForce 9600M GS | RADEON X800 SE |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 150W | 55W-63% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | Legacy | Legacy |
| Length | 0mm | 170mm |
| Height | 0mm | — |
| Slots | 0-100% | 1 |
| Temp (Load) | 85°C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 0.9 | 2.4+167% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce 9600M GS launched at $70 MSRP and currently averages $20, while the RADEON X800 SE launched at $200 and now averages $15. The RADEON X800 SE costs 25% less ($5 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 6.5 (GeForce 9600M GS) vs 8.7 (RADEON X800 SE) — the RADEON X800 SE offers 33.8% better value. The RADEON X800 SE is the newer GPU (2025 vs 2008).
| Feature | GeForce 9600M GS | RADEON X800 SE |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $70-65% | $200 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $20 | $15-25% |
| Performance per Dollar | 6.5 | 8.7+34% |
| Codename | NB9E-GTX | Strix Halo |
| Release | July 15 2008 | January 6 2025 |
| Ranking | #825 | #98 |
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