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GeForce 9600M GT
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Radeon HD 3650 AGP
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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 GT is positioned at rank 640 and the Radeon HD 3650 AGP is on rank 650, so the GeForce 9600M GT 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 GT
Performance Per Dollar Radeon HD 3650 AGP
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce 9600M GT is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 8.7% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon HD 3650 AGP.
| Insight | GeForce 9600M GT | Radeon HD 3650 AGP |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+8.7%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-8.7%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / G9x (2007−2010)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / TeraScale 2 (2009−2015)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce 9600M GT offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce 9600M GT holds the technical lead. Priced at $20 (vs $20), it costs 0% less, resulting in a 8.7% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce 9600M GT | Radeon HD 3650 AGP |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+8.7%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
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.
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Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of GeForce 9600M GT and Radeon HD 3650 AGP
GeForce 9600M GT
The GeForce 9600M 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: 163 points.
Radeon HD 3650 AGP
The Radeon HD 3650 AGP is manufactured by AMD. It was released in April 19 2011. It features the TeraScale 2 architecture. The core clock speed is 600 MHz. It has 480 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 45W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 150 points.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce 9600M GT scores 163 versus the Radeon HD 3650 AGP's 150 — the GeForce 9600M GT leads by 8.7%. The GeForce 9600M GT is built on G9x while the Radeon HD 3650 AGP uses TeraScale 2, both on 65 nm vs 40 nm. Shader units: 224 (GeForce 9600M GT) vs 480 (Radeon HD 3650 AGP).
| Feature | GeForce 9600M GT | Radeon HD 3650 AGP |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 163+9% | 150 |
| Architecture | G9x | TeraScale 2 |
| Process Node | 65 nm | 40 nm |
| Shading Units | 224 | 480+114% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce 9600M GT | Radeon HD 3650 AGP |
|---|---|---|
| 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)
Both cards feature 512 MB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | GeForce 9600M GT | Radeon HD 3650 AGP |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | Unknown |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 128-bit+100% |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce 9600M GT draws 150W versus the Radeon HD 3650 AGP's 45W — a 107.7% difference. The Radeon HD 3650 AGP is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce 9600M GT) vs 350W (Radeon HD 3650 AGP). Power connectors: Legacy vs 1x 6-pin.
| Feature | GeForce 9600M GT | Radeon HD 3650 AGP |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 150W | 45W-70% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | Legacy | 1x 6-pin |
| Length | 0mm | — |
| Height | 0mm | — |
| Slots | 0 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 85°C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 1.1 | 3.3+200% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce 9600M GT launched at $80 MSRP and currently averages $20, while the Radeon HD 3650 AGP launched at $80 and now averages $20. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 8.2 (GeForce 9600M GT) vs 7.5 (Radeon HD 3650 AGP) — the GeForce 9600M GT offers 9.3% better value. The Radeon HD 3650 AGP is the newer GPU (2011 vs 2008).
| Feature | GeForce 9600M GT | Radeon HD 3650 AGP |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $80 | $80 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $20 | $20 |
| Performance per Dollar | 8.2+9% | 7.5 |
| Codename | NB9E-GTX | Onega |
| Release | July 15 2008 | April 19 2011 |
| Ranking | #825 | #926 |
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