GeForce 9700M GT vs Radeon R5 310

CPU

GPU

GeForce 9700M GT

2008Core: 500 MHz

Radeon R5 310

2017Core: 730 MHzBoost: 1024 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

GeForce 9700M GT

150

327

0.0%

GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU

Radeon R5 310

332

+1.5%

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 R5 310 is on rank 424, so the Radeon R5 310 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 R5 310

#414

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

1601%

#416

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

1452%

#417

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

1448%

#421

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

1317%

#422

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

1308%

#424

Radeon R5 310

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

100%

#425

Radeon HD 7690M XT

MSRP: $150|Avg: $40

99%

#426

Radeon HD 7600G

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

99%

#427

Radeon R7 A265

MSRP: $149|Avg: $149

98%

#428

Radeon R9 M470

MSRP: $350|Avg: $80

98%

#429

Radeon R9 M385X

MSRP: $300|Avg: $300

98%

#431

Mobility Radeon HD 5570

MSRP: $80|Avg: $20

97%

#432

Radeon R5 M430

MSRP: $99|Avg: $20

97%

#433

GeForce 810A

MSRP: $100|Avg: $20

97%

#434

GeForce GT 520MX

MSRP: $45|Avg: $10

95%

#435

Radeon R5 330

MSRP: $81|Avg: $45

95%

#437

Radeon HD 8450G + 8750M Dual

MSRP: $100|Avg: $100

94%

#438

Radeon R3

MSRP: $50|Avg: $50

93%

#439

Radeon HD 7520G + HD 8600/8700M Dual

MSRP: $100|Avg: $100

92%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The Radeon R5 310 is significantly newer (2017 vs 2008). The Radeon R5 310 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce 9700M GT lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Radeon R5 310 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.5% 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 R5 310
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.5%)	✅Leading raw performance (+1.5%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / G9x (2007−2010))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / GCN 3.0 (2014−2019))
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 Radeon R5 310 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Radeon R5 310 holds the technical lead. Priced at $15 (vs $40), it costs 63% less, resulting in a 170.7% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce 9700M GT	Radeon R5 310
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+170.7%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($40)	✅More affordable ($15)

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 R5 310 Benchmark Check

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce 9700M GT and Radeon R5 310

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 R5 310

The Radeon R5 310 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in April 18 2017. It features the GCN 3.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 730 MHz to 1024 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 332 points.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce 9700M GT scores 327 and the Radeon R5 310 reaches 332 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.5% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce 9700M GT is built on G9x while the Radeon R5 310 uses GCN 3.0, both on 65 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 224 (GeForce 9700M GT) vs 384 (Radeon R5 310).

Feature	GeForce 9700M GT	Radeon R5 310
G3D Mark Score	327	332+2%
Architecture	G9x	GCN 3.0
Process Node	65 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	224	384+71%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce 9700M GT	Radeon R5 310
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 R5 310
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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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce 9700M GT draws 150W versus the Radeon R5 310's 50W — a 100% difference. The Radeon R5 310 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce 9700M GT) vs 350W (Radeon R5 310). Power connectors: Legacy vs PCIe-powered.

Feature	GeForce 9700M GT	Radeon R5 310
TDP	150W	50W-67%
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	Legacy	PCIe-powered
Slots	0	—
Temp (Load)	80°C	—
Perf/Watt	2.2	6.6+200%

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Value Analysis

The GeForce 9700M GT launched at $200 MSRP and currently averages $40, while the Radeon R5 310 launched at $49 and now averages $15. The Radeon R5 310 costs 62.5% less ($25 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 8.2 (GeForce 9700M GT) vs 22.1 (Radeon R5 310) — the Radeon R5 310 offers 169.5% better value. The Radeon R5 310 is the newer GPU (2017 vs 2008).