GeForce 9800 GT vs GeForce 8800M GTX
GeForce 9800 GT
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Performance Spectrum - GPU
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 9800 GT is positioned at rank 596 and the GeForce 8800M GTX is on rank 378, so the GeForce 8800M GTX offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GeForce 9800 GT
Performance Per Dollar GeForce 8800M GTX
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce 8800M GTX is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.9% higher G3D Mark score. However, the GeForce 9800 GT offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | GeForce 9800 GT | GeForce 8800M GTX |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.9%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+2.9%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / G9x (2007−2010)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / G9x (2007−2010)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+100%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | Normal Efficiency | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | — |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce 8800M GTX remains the clear technical winner. Check real-time availability to determine if the performance gap justifies the market price.
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 9800 GT and GeForce 8800M GTX
GeForce 9800 GT
The GeForce 9800 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: 449 points.
GeForce 8800M GTX
The GeForce 8800M GTX 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: 462 points.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce 9800 GT scores 449 and the GeForce 8800M GTX reaches 462 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.9% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce 9800 GT is built on G9x while the GeForce 8800M GTX uses G9x, both on a 65 nm process. Shader units: 224 (GeForce 9800 GT) vs 224 (GeForce 8800M GTX).
| Feature | GeForce 9800 GT | GeForce 8800M GTX |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 449 | 462+3% |
| Architecture | G9x | G9x |
| Process Node | 65 nm | 65 nm |
| Shading Units | 224 | 224 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce 9800 GT | GeForce 8800M GTX |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 2.1 (Compatible) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | FSR 3 (Compatible) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce 9800 GT comes with 1 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce 8800M GTX has 512 MB. The GeForce 9800 GT offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit.
| Feature | GeForce 9800 GT | GeForce 8800M GTX |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 1 GB+100% | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | Unknown |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 11.1 (FL10_0) (GeForce 9800 GT) vs 10.0 (GeForce 8800M GTX). OpenGL: 3.3 vs 3.3. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 2.
| Feature | GeForce 9800 GT | GeForce 8800M GTX |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 11.1 (FL10_0)+11% | 10.0 |
| OpenGL | 3.3 | 3.3 |
| Max Displays | 2 | 2 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: VP3 (GeForce 9800 GT) vs No (GeForce 8800M GTX). Decoder: VP3 vs PureVideo HD VP2. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (GeForce 9800 GT) vs MPEG-2,H.264 (GeForce 8800M GTX).
| Feature | GeForce 9800 GT | GeForce 8800M GTX |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | VP3 | No |
| Decoder | VP3 | PureVideo HD VP2 |
| Codecs | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 | MPEG-2,H.264 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce 9800 GT draws 150W versus the GeForce 8800M GTX's 150W — a 0% difference. The GeForce 8800M GTX is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce 9800 GT) vs 350W (GeForce 8800M GTX). Power connectors: Legacy vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 229mm vs 0mm, occupying 1 vs 0 slots. Typical load temperature: 85°C vs 95°C.
| Feature | GeForce 9800 GT | GeForce 8800M GTX |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 150W | 150W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | Legacy | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 229mm | 0mm |
| Height | — | 0mm |
| Slots | 1 | 0-100% |
| Temp (Load) | 85°C-11% | 95°C |
| Perf/Watt | 3.0 | 3.1+3% |
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