GeForce 9650M GS vs GeForce GTX 1060

GeForce 9650M GS

2012Core: 790 MHzBoost: 835 MHz

GeForce GTX 1060

2016Core: 1607 MHzBoost: 1733 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

GeForce 9650M GS

270

0.0%

GeForce RTX 2060 with Max-Q Design

GeForce GTX 1070 Ti

GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU

GeForce GTX 1060

180

10,064

+3627.4%

GeForce GTX 680

GeForce GTX 970XM FORCE

GeForce RTX 2050 Mobile

GeForce GTX TITAN Z

GeForce GTX 980 Ti

GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile

GeForce RTX 2080 Ti

GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile

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 9650M GS is positioned at rank #680 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 9650M GS

#669

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

7983%

#671

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

7237%

#672

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

7218%

#676

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

6563%

#677

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

6518%

#679

GeForce 8400 SE

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

100%

#680

GeForce 9650M GS

MSRP: $199|Avg: $20

100%

#681

GeForce 8400M GT

MSRP: $50|Avg: $30

99%

#682

Mobility Radeon HD 3410

MSRP: $49|Avg: $10

95%

#683

GeForce 9200M GS

MSRP: $100|Avg: $40

95%

#684

MOBILITY RADEON X700 XL

MSRP: $49|Avg: $10

90%

#685

GeForce 9300M GS

MSRP: $100|Avg: $10

87%

#686

Mobility Radeon HD 2400

MSRP: $79|Avg: $1

84%

#687

GeForce 6150 LE

MSRP: $30|Avg: $10

81%

#688

Mobility Radeon HD 3870 X2

MSRP: $449|Avg: $50

78%

#689

GeForce 9450

MSRP: $100|Avg: $25

77%

#690

GeForce 9800 GX2

MSRP: $599|Avg: $75

75%

#691

GeForce 7900 GS

MSRP: $259|Avg: $50

74%

#692

MOBILITY RADEON X600

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

74%

#693

Mobility Radeon X2300 HD

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

72%

#694

Mobility Radeon HD 4250

MSRP: $100|Avg: $15

72%

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

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 1060 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 3627.4% higher G3D Mark score and 1100% more VRAM (6 GB vs 512 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce 9650M GS.

Insight	GeForce 9650M GS	GeForce GTX 1060
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-3627.4%)	✅Leading raw performance (+3627.4%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / Kepler (2012−2018))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Pascal (2016−2021))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+1100%)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	—	📏 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 $20 (vs $60), it costs 67% less, resulting in a 1142.5% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce 9650M GS	GeForce GTX 1060
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+1142.5%)
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($20)	⚠️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.

GeForce 9650M GS Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 1060 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce 9650M GS and GeForce GTX 1060

GeForce 9650M GS

The GeForce 9650M GS is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 22 2012. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 790 MHz to 835 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 30W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 270 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.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce 9650M GS scores 270 versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 10,064 — the GeForce GTX 1060 leads by 3627.4%. The GeForce 9650M GS is built on Kepler while the GeForce GTX 1060 uses Pascal, both on 28 nm vs 16 nm. Shader units: 768 (GeForce 9650M GS) vs 2,560 (GeForce GTX 1060). Boost clocks: 835 MHz vs 1733 MHz.

Feature	GeForce 9650M GS	GeForce GTX 1060
G3D Mark Score	270	10,064+3627%
Architecture	Kepler	Pascal
Process Node	28 nm	16 nm
Shading Units	768	2560+233%
Boost Clock	835 MHz	1733 MHz+108%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce 9650M GS	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

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce 9650M GS comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1060 has 6 GB. The GeForce GTX 1060 offers 1100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 192-bit.

Feature	GeForce 9650M GS	GeForce GTX 1060
VRAM Capacity	0.5 GB	6 GB+1100%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	Unknown	192 GB/s
Bus Width	128-bit	192-bit+50%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 11.1 (10_0) (GeForce 9650M GS) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1060). OpenGL: 3.3 vs 4.5. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 4.

Feature	GeForce 9650M GS	GeForce GTX 1060
DirectX	11.1 (10_0)	12+8%
OpenGL	3.3	4.5+36%
Max Displays	2	4+100%

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: No NVENC (G84) (GeForce 9650M GS) vs NVENC (Pascal) (GeForce GTX 1060). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP2 vs NVDEC (Pascal). Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,WMV9 (GeForce 9650M GS) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC (GeForce GTX 1060).

Feature	GeForce 9650M GS	GeForce GTX 1060
Encoder	No NVENC (G84)	NVENC (Pascal)
Decoder	PureVideo HD VP2	NVDEC (Pascal)
Codecs	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,WMV9	H.264,H.265/HEVC

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce 9650M GS draws 30W versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 180W — a 142.9% difference. The GeForce 9650M GS is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce 9650M GS) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 1060). Power connectors: Legacy vs 6-pin.

Feature	GeForce 9650M GS	GeForce GTX 1060
TDP	30W-83%	180W
Recommended PSU	350W-13%	400W
Power Connector	Legacy	6-pin
Length	—	173mm
Height	—	111mm
Slots	0-100%	2
Temp (Load)	85°C	—
Perf/Watt	9.0	55.9+521%

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Value Analysis

The GeForce 9650M GS launched at $199 MSRP and currently averages $20, while the GeForce GTX 1060 launched at $249 and now averages $60. The GeForce 9650M GS costs 66.7% less ($40 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 13.5 (GeForce 9650M GS) vs 167.7 (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 offers 1142.2% better value. The GeForce GTX 1060 is the newer GPU (2016 vs 2012).