GeForce 9650M GS vs NVS 310
GeForce 9650M GS
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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 9650M GS is positioned at rank 680 and the NVS 310 is on rank 305, so the NVS 310 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GeForce 9650M GS
Performance Per Dollar NVS 310
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The NVS 310 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.9% higher G3D Mark score. 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 | NVS 310 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.9%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.9%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / Kepler (2012−2018)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell (2014−2017)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The NVS 310 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the NVS 310 holds the technical lead. Priced at $10 (vs $20), it costs 50% less, resulting in a 103.7% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce 9650M GS | NVS 310 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+103.7%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($20) | ✅More affordable ($10) |
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 9650M GS and NVS 310
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.
NVS 310
The NVS 310 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in November 4 2015. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 902 MHz to 1033 MHz. It has 512 ×2 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 68W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 275 points.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce 9650M GS scores 270 and the NVS 310 reaches 275 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.9% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce 9650M GS is built on Kepler while the NVS 310 uses Maxwell, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 768 (GeForce 9650M GS) vs 512 (NVS 310). Boost clocks: 835 MHz vs 1033 MHz.
| Feature | GeForce 9650M GS | NVS 310 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 270 | 275+2% |
| Architecture | Kepler | Maxwell |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 768+50% | 512 ×2 |
| Boost Clock | 835 MHz | 1033 MHz+24% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce 9650M GS | NVS 310 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
Both cards feature 512 MB of GDDR5. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit.
| Feature | GeForce 9650M GS | NVS 310 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 128-bit+100% | 64-bit |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 11.1 (10_0) (GeForce 9650M GS) vs 12 (11_0) (NVS 310). OpenGL: 3.3 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 2.
| Feature | GeForce 9650M GS | NVS 310 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 11.1 (10_0) | 12 (11_0)+8% |
| OpenGL | 3.3 | 4.6+39% |
| Max Displays | 2 | 2 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: No NVENC (G84) (GeForce 9650M GS) vs Fermi NVENC (NVS 310). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP2 vs VP4. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,WMV9 (GeForce 9650M GS) vs H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1 (NVS 310).
| Feature | GeForce 9650M GS | NVS 310 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | No NVENC (G84) | Fermi NVENC |
| Decoder | PureVideo HD VP2 | VP4 |
| Codecs | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,WMV9 | H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce 9650M GS draws 30W versus the NVS 310's 68W — a 77.6% difference. The GeForce 9650M GS is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce 9650M GS) vs 350W (NVS 310). Power connectors: Legacy vs PCIe-powered. Typical load temperature: 85°C vs 75°C.
| Feature | GeForce 9650M GS | NVS 310 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 30W-56% | 68W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | Legacy | PCIe-powered |
| Length | — | 145mm |
| Height | — | 69mm |
| Slots | 0-100% | 1 |
| Temp (Load) | 85°C | 75°C-12% |
| Perf/Watt | 9.0+125% | 4.0 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce 9650M GS launched at $199 MSRP and currently averages $20, while the NVS 310 launched at $159 and now averages $10. The NVS 310 costs 50% less ($10 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 13.5 (GeForce 9650M GS) vs 27.5 (NVS 310) — the NVS 310 offers 103.7% better value. The NVS 310 is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2012).
| Feature | GeForce 9650M GS | NVS 310 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $199 | $159-20% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $20 | $10-50% |
| Performance per Dollar | 13.5 | 27.5+104% |
| Codename | N13E-GE | GM107 |
| Release | March 22 2012 | November 4 2015 |
| Ranking | #690 | #826 |
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