CPU
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GeForce 9600M GT
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Radeon HD 7340
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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 7340 is on rank 200, so the Radeon HD 7340 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 7340
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce 9600M GT is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 6.5% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon HD 7340.
| Insight | GeForce 9600M GT | Radeon HD 7340 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+6.5%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-6.5%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / G9x (2007−2010)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | — | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The Radeon HD 7340 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Radeon HD 7340 holds the technical lead. Priced at $5 (vs $20), it costs 75% less, resulting in a 275.5% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce 9600M GT | Radeon HD 7340 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+275.5%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($20) | ✅More affordable ($5) |
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 GT and Radeon HD 7340
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 7340
The Radeon HD 7340 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in May 1 2013. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 800 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 47W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 153 points. Launch price was $59.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce 9600M GT scores 163 versus the Radeon HD 7340's 153 — the GeForce 9600M GT leads by 6.5%. The GeForce 9600M GT is built on G9x while the Radeon HD 7340 uses GCN 1.0, both on 65 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 224 (GeForce 9600M GT) vs 384 (Radeon HD 7340).
| Feature | GeForce 9600M GT | Radeon HD 7340 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 163+7% | 153 |
| Architecture | G9x | GCN 1.0 |
| Process Node | 65 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 224 | 384+71% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce 9600M GT | Radeon HD 7340 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 7340 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | Unknown |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 128-bit+100% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 10.0 (GeForce 9600M GT) vs 11.2 (Radeon HD 7340). OpenGL: 3.3 vs 4.4. Maximum simultaneous displays: 1 vs 0.
| Feature | GeForce 9600M GT | Radeon HD 7340 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 10.0 | 11.2+12% |
| OpenGL | 3.3 | 4.4+33% |
| Max Displays | 1 | 0 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: No (GeForce 9600M GT) vs UVD 3 (Radeon HD 7340). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP3 vs UVD 3. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1 (GeForce 9600M GT) vs H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1 (Radeon HD 7340).
| Feature | GeForce 9600M GT | Radeon HD 7340 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | No | UVD 3 |
| Decoder | PureVideo HD VP3 | UVD 3 |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1 | H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce 9600M GT draws 150W versus the Radeon HD 7340's 47W — a 104.6% difference. The Radeon HD 7340 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce 9600M GT) vs 350W (Radeon HD 7340). Power connectors: Legacy vs 1x 6-pin. Card length: 0mm vs 1mm, occupying 0 vs 0 slots.
| Feature | GeForce 9600M GT | Radeon HD 7340 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 150W | 47W-69% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | Legacy | 1x 6-pin |
| Length | 0mm | 1mm |
| Height | 0mm | — |
| Slots | 0 | 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 7340 launched at $25 and now averages $5. The Radeon HD 7340 costs 75% less ($15 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 8.2 (GeForce 9600M GT) vs 30.6 (Radeon HD 7340) — the Radeon HD 7340 offers 273.2% better value. The Radeon HD 7340 is the newer GPU (2013 vs 2008).
| Feature | GeForce 9600M GT | Radeon HD 7340 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $80 | $25-69% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $20 | $5-75% |
| Performance per Dollar | 8.2 | 30.6+273% |
| Codename | NB9E-GTX | Cape Verde |
| Release | July 15 2008 | May 1 2013 |
| Ranking | #825 | #841 |
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