GeForce 9650M GS vs Radeon HD 2600 XT
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 Radeon HD 2600 XT is on rank 677, so the Radeon HD 2600 XT 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 Radeon HD 2600 XT
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Radeon HD 2600 XT is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 4.8% 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 | Radeon HD 2600 XT |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-4.8%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+4.8%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / Kepler (2012−2018)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / 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 9650M GS offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce 9650M GS holds the technical lead. Priced at $20 (vs $40), it costs 50% less, resulting in a 90.8% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce 9650M GS | Radeon HD 2600 XT |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+90.8%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($20) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($40) |
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 Radeon HD 2600 XT
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.
Radeon HD 2600 XT
The Radeon HD 2600 XT is manufactured by AMD. It was released in January 7 2013. It features the TeraScale 2 architecture. The core clock speed is 725 MHz. It has 480 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 25W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 283 points.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce 9650M GS scores 270 and the Radeon HD 2600 XT reaches 283 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 4.8% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce 9650M GS is built on Kepler while the Radeon HD 2600 XT uses TeraScale 2, both on 28 nm vs 40 nm. Shader units: 768 (GeForce 9650M GS) vs 480 (Radeon HD 2600 XT).
| Feature | GeForce 9650M GS | Radeon HD 2600 XT |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 270 | 283+5% |
| Architecture | Kepler | TeraScale 2 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 40 nm |
| Shading Units | 768+60% | 480 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce 9650M GS | Radeon HD 2600 XT |
|---|---|---|
| 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: 128-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | GeForce 9650M GS | Radeon HD 2600 XT |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | Unknown |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 128-bit |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce 9650M GS draws 30W versus the Radeon HD 2600 XT's 25W — a 18.2% difference. The Radeon HD 2600 XT is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce 9650M GS) vs 350W (Radeon HD 2600 XT). Power connectors: Legacy vs 1x 6-pin.
| Feature | GeForce 9650M GS | Radeon HD 2600 XT |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 30W | 25W-17% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | Legacy | 1x 6-pin |
| Slots | 0 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 85°C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 9.0 | 11.3+26% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce 9650M GS launched at $199 MSRP and currently averages $20, while the Radeon HD 2600 XT launched at $199 and now averages $40. The GeForce 9650M GS costs 50% less ($20 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 13.5 (GeForce 9650M GS) vs 7.1 (Radeon HD 2600 XT) — the GeForce 9650M GS offers 90.1% better value. The Radeon HD 2600 XT is the newer GPU (2013 vs 2012).
| Feature | GeForce 9650M GS | Radeon HD 2600 XT |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $199 | $199 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $20-50% | $40 |
| Performance per Dollar | 13.5+90% | 7.1 |
| Codename | N13E-GE | Thames |
| Release | March 22 2012 | January 7 2013 |
| Ranking | #690 | #883 |
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