GeForce 9800 GT vs GeForce GT 720M
GeForce 9800 GT
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GeForce GT 720M
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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 GT 720M is on rank 189, so the GeForce GT 720M 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 GT 720M
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce 9800 GT is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2% higher G3D Mark score. However, the GeForce GT 720M offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | GeForce 9800 GT | GeForce GT 720M |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+2%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / G9x (2007−2010)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+100%) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | — |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce 9800 GT 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 GT 720M
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 GT 720M
The GeForce GT 720M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 9 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 941 MHz to 967 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 440 points.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce 9800 GT scores 449 and the GeForce GT 720M reaches 440 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce 9800 GT is built on G9x while the GeForce GT 720M uses Kepler, both on 65 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 224 (GeForce 9800 GT) vs 384 (GeForce GT 720M).
| Feature | GeForce 9800 GT | GeForce GT 720M |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 449+2% | 440 |
| Architecture | G9x | Kepler |
| Process Node | 65 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 224 | 384+71% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce 9800 GT | GeForce GT 720M |
|---|---|---|
| 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 9800 GT comes with 1 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GT 720M has 2 GB. The GeForce GT 720M offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit.
| Feature | GeForce 9800 GT | GeForce GT 720M |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 1 GB | 2 GB+100% |
| 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 12 (11_0) (GeForce GT 720M). OpenGL: 3.3 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 2.
| Feature | GeForce 9800 GT | GeForce GT 720M |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 11.1 (FL10_0) | 12 (11_0)+8% |
| OpenGL | 3.3 | 4.6+39% |
| Max Displays | 2 | 2 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: VP3 (GeForce 9800 GT) vs None (GeForce GT 720M). Decoder: VP3 vs PureVideo HD (VP5). Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (GeForce 9800 GT) vs H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (GeForce GT 720M).
| Feature | GeForce 9800 GT | GeForce GT 720M |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | VP3 | None |
| Decoder | VP3 | PureVideo HD (VP5) |
| Codecs | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce 9800 GT draws 150W versus the GeForce GT 720M's 50W — a 100% difference. The GeForce GT 720M is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce 9800 GT) vs 350W (GeForce GT 720M). Power connectors: Legacy vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 229mm vs 0mm, occupying 1 vs 0 slots. Typical load temperature: 85°C vs 75.
| Feature | GeForce 9800 GT | GeForce GT 720M |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 150W | 50W-67% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | Legacy | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 229mm | 0mm |
| Height | — | 0mm |
| Slots | 1 | 0-100% |
| Temp (Load) | 85°C | 75-12% |
| Perf/Watt | 3.0 | 8.8+193% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GT 720M is the newer GPU (2013 vs 2008).
| Feature | GeForce 9800 GT | GeForce GT 720M |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $160 | — |
| Avg Price (30d) | $20 | — |
| Codename | NB9E-GTX | GK107 |
| Release | July 15 2008 | January 9 2013 |
| Ranking | #825 | #792 |
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