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GeForce 9700M GT
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GeForce GT 610
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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 9700M GT is positioned at rank 668 and the GeForce GT 610 is on rank 183, so the GeForce GT 610 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GeForce 9700M GT
Performance Per Dollar GeForce GT 610
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce GT 610 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.2% higher G3D Mark score and 300% more VRAM (2 GB vs 512 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce 9700M GT.
| Insight | GeForce 9700M GT | GeForce GT 610 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.2%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.2%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / G9x (2007−2010)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / Kepler (2012−2018)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+300%) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | — | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce 9700M GT offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce 9700M GT holds the technical lead. Priced at $40 (vs $49), it costs 18% less, resulting in a 21% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce 9700M GT | GeForce GT 610 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+21%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($40) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($49) |
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 9700M GT and GeForce GT 610
GeForce 9700M GT
The GeForce 9700M 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: 327 points.
GeForce GT 610
The GeForce GT 610 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in June 5 2012. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 902 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 65W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 331 points. Launch price was $99.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce 9700M GT scores 327 and the GeForce GT 610 reaches 331 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce 9700M GT is built on G9x while the GeForce GT 610 uses Kepler, both on 65 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 224 (GeForce 9700M GT) vs 384 (GeForce GT 610).
| Feature | GeForce 9700M GT | GeForce GT 610 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 327 | 331+1% |
| Architecture | G9x | Kepler |
| Process Node | 65 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 224 | 384+71% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce 9700M GT | GeForce GT 610 |
|---|---|---|
| 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)
The GeForce 9700M GT comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce GT 610 has 2 GB. The GeForce GT 610 offers 300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | GeForce 9700M GT | GeForce GT 610 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | 2 GB+300% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | Unknown |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 128-bit+100% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 11.1 (FL10_0) (GeForce 9700M GT) vs 11.0 (GeForce GT 610). OpenGL: 3.3 vs 4.2. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 2.
| Feature | GeForce 9700M GT | GeForce GT 610 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 11.1 (FL10_0) | 11.0 |
| OpenGL | 3.3 | 4.2+27% |
| Max Displays | 2 | 2 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: VP3 (GeForce 9700M GT) vs No (GeForce GT 610). Decoder: VP3 vs PureVideo HD VP5. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (GeForce 9700M GT) vs MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1,MPEG-4 ASP (GeForce GT 610).
| Feature | GeForce 9700M GT | GeForce GT 610 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | VP3 | No |
| Decoder | VP3 | PureVideo HD VP5 |
| Codecs | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 | MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1,MPEG-4 ASP |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce 9700M GT draws 150W versus the GeForce GT 610's 65W — a 79.1% difference. The GeForce GT 610 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce 9700M GT) vs 300W (GeForce GT 610). Power connectors: Legacy vs None. Typical load temperature: 80°C vs 65°C.
| Feature | GeForce 9700M GT | GeForce GT 610 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 150W | 65W-57% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 300W-14% |
| Power Connector | Legacy | None |
| Length | — | 145mm |
| Height | — | 69mm |
| Slots | 0-100% | 1 |
| Temp (Load) | 80°C | 65°C-19% |
| Perf/Watt | 2.2 | 5.1+132% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce 9700M GT launched at $200 MSRP and currently averages $40, while the GeForce GT 610 launched at $49 and now averages $49. The GeForce 9700M GT costs 18.4% less ($9 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 8.2 (GeForce 9700M GT) vs 6.8 (GeForce GT 610) — the GeForce 9700M GT offers 20.6% better value. The GeForce GT 610 is the newer GPU (2012 vs 2008).
| Feature | GeForce 9700M GT | GeForce GT 610 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $200 | $49-76% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $40-18% | $49 |
| Performance per Dollar | 8.2+21% | 6.8 |
| Codename | NB9E-GTX | GK107 |
| Release | July 15 2008 | June 5 2012 |
| Ranking | #825 | #837 |
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