GeForce 9700M GT vs Radeon HD 7600G

CPU

GPU

GeForce 9700M GT

2008Core: 500 MHz

Radeon HD 7600G

2012Core: 600 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

GeForce 9700M GT

150

327

0.0%

GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU

Radeon HD 7600G

334

+2.1%

Mobility Radeon HD 5430

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 Radeon HD 7600G is on rank 426, so the Radeon HD 7600G offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

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 9700M GT

#658

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

6620%

#660

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

6001%

#661

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

5985%

#665

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

5443%

#666

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

5405%

#668

GeForce 9700M GT

MSRP: $200|Avg: $40

100%

#669

Mobility Radeon X2500

MSRP: $50|Avg: $15

100%

#670

GeForce 9300 SE

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

100%

#671

GeForce 9800M GTX

MSRP: $300|Avg: $30

92%

#672

Radeon HD 7520G + 8750M Dual

MSRP: $250|Avg: $57

92%

#673

Mobility Radeon HD 4300 Serisi

MSRP: $49|Avg: $10

91%

#674

GeForce 505

MSRP: $99|Avg: $15

88%

#675

GeForce 9200M GE

MSRP: $100|Avg: $15

88%

#676

Mobility Radeon. HD 5470

MSRP: $150|Avg: $25

87%

#677

Radeon HD 2600 XT

MSRP: $199|Avg: $40

87%

#678

GeForce 7500 LE

MSRP: $60|Avg: $15

87%

#679

GeForce 9650M GT

MSRP: $100|Avg: $25

84%

#680

GeForce 9650M GS

MSRP: $199|Avg: $20

83%

#681

GeForce 8400 SE

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

83%

#682

GeForce 8400M GT

MSRP: $50|Avg: $30

82%

#683

GeForce 9200M GS

MSRP: $100|Avg: $40

79%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar Radeon HD 7600G

#416

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

1625%

#418

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

1473%

#419

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

1469%

#423

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

1336%

#424

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

1327%

#426

Radeon HD 7600G

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

100%

#427

Radeon R7 A265

MSRP: $149|Avg: $149

100%

#428

Radeon R9 M470

MSRP: $350|Avg: $80

100%

#429

Radeon R9 M385X

MSRP: $300|Avg: $300

100%

#431

Radeon R5 M430

MSRP: $99|Avg: $20

98%

#432

Mobility Radeon HD 5570

MSRP: $80|Avg: $20

98%

#433

GeForce 810A

MSRP: $100|Avg: $20

98%

#434

GeForce GT 520MX

MSRP: $45|Avg: $10

97%

#435

Radeon R5 330

MSRP: $81|Avg: $45

97%

#437

Radeon HD 8450G + 8750M Dual

MSRP: $100|Avg: $100

95%

#438

Radeon R3

MSRP: $50|Avg: $50

94%

#439

Radeon HD 7520G + HD 8600/8700M Dual

MSRP: $100|Avg: $100

93%

#441

Radeon HD 8550G + 8600M Dual

MSRP: $100|Avg: $100

93%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Radeon HD 7600G is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.1% higher G3D Mark score. 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	Radeon HD 7600G
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.1%)	✅Leading raw performance (+2.1%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / G9x (2007−2010))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / 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	—	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The Radeon HD 7600G offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Radeon HD 7600G holds the technical lead. Priced at $10 (vs $40), it costs 75% less, resulting in a 308.6% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce 9700M GT	Radeon HD 7600G
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+308.6%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($40)	✅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.

GeForce 9700M GT Benchmark Check

Radeon HD 7600G Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce 9700M GT and Radeon HD 7600G

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.

Radeon HD 7600G

The Radeon HD 7600G is manufactured by AMD. It was released in January 5 2012. It features the TeraScale 2 architecture. The core clock speed is 600 MHz. It has 480 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 45W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 334 points.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce 9700M GT scores 327 and the Radeon HD 7600G reaches 334 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce 9700M GT is built on G9x while the Radeon HD 7600G uses TeraScale 2, both on 65 nm vs 40 nm. Shader units: 224 (GeForce 9700M GT) vs 480 (Radeon HD 7600G).

Feature	GeForce 9700M GT	Radeon HD 7600G
G3D Mark Score	327	334+2%
Architecture	G9x	TeraScale 2
Process Node	65 nm	40 nm
Shading Units	224	480+114%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce 9700M GT	Radeon HD 7600G
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

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Video Memory (VRAM)

Both cards feature 512 MB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit.

Feature	GeForce 9700M GT	Radeon HD 7600G
VRAM Capacity	0.5 GB	0.5 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	Unknown	Unknown
Bus Width	64-bit	128-bit+100%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 11.1 (FL10_0) (GeForce 9700M GT) vs 11 (Radeon HD 7600G). Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 0.

Feature	GeForce 9700M GT	Radeon HD 7600G
DirectX	11.1 (FL10_0)	11
Max Displays	2	0

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: VP3 (GeForce 9700M GT) vs UVD 3 (Radeon HD 7600G). Decoder: VP3 vs UVD 3.

Feature	GeForce 9700M GT	Radeon HD 7600G
Encoder	VP3	UVD 3
Decoder	VP3	UVD 3
Codecs	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2	—

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce 9700M GT draws 150W versus the Radeon HD 7600G's 45W — a 107.7% difference. The Radeon HD 7600G is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce 9700M GT) vs 350W (Radeon HD 7600G). Power connectors: Legacy vs 1x 6-pin.

Feature	GeForce 9700M GT	Radeon HD 7600G
TDP	150W	45W-70%
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	Legacy	1x 6-pin
Length	—	1mm
Slots	0	0
Temp (Load)	80°C	—
Perf/Watt	2.2	7.4+236%

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Value Analysis

The GeForce 9700M GT launched at $200 MSRP and currently averages $40, while the Radeon HD 7600G launched at $50 and now averages $10. The Radeon HD 7600G costs 75% less ($30 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 8.2 (GeForce 9700M GT) vs 33.4 (Radeon HD 7600G) — the Radeon HD 7600G offers 307.3% better value. The Radeon HD 7600G is the newer GPU (2012 vs 2008).