GeForce 9800 GTX/9800 GTX+ vs Radeon R7E

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. The GeForce 9800 GTX/9800 GTX+ is positioned at rank #616 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

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 9800 GTX/9800 GTX+

#606

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

4360%

#608

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

3953%

#609

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

3942%

#613

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

3585%

#614

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

3560%

#616

GeForce 9800 GTX/9800 GTX+

MSRP: $229|Avg: $40

100%

#617

GeForce 9400

MSRP: $59|Avg: $15

100%

#618

GeForce 7350 LE

MSRP: $30|Avg: $10

99%

#620

Mobility Radeon HD 3850

MSRP: $150|Avg: $15

98%

#621

Mobility Radeon HD 4870

MSRP: $299|Avg: $20

97%

#622

GeForce 9800M GT

MSRP: $160|Avg: $5

96%

#623

Radeon HD 7600G + HD 7400M Dual

MSRP: $140|Avg: $35

94%

#624

Radeon HD 8550G + 8670M Dual

MSRP: $250|Avg: $40

93%

#625

GeForce 8300 GS

MSRP: $50|Avg: $50

92%

#626

Mobility Radeon HD 3400 Serisi

MSRP: $49|Avg: $10

91%

#627

Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8470 Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $50

90%

#628

GeForce 9500M GS

MSRP: $60|Avg: $15

89%

#629

GeForce 8800 GS

MSRP: $150|Avg: $40

88%

#631

GeForce 9800 GTX+

MSRP: $229|Avg: $50

86%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce 9800 GTX/9800 GTX+ is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.1% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon R7E.

Insight	GeForce 9800 GTX/9800 GTX+	Radeon R7E
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+1.1%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.1%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / G9x (2007−2010))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	Standard Size (267mm)	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce 9800 GTX/9800 GTX+ offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce 9800 GTX/9800 GTX+ holds the technical lead. Priced at $40 (vs $49), it costs 18% less, resulting in a 23.8% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce 9800 GTX/9800 GTX+	Radeon R7E
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+23.8%)	❌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.

GeForce 9800 GTX/9800 GTX+ Benchmark Check

Radeon R7E Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce 9800 GTX/9800 GTX+ and Radeon R7E

GeForce 9800 GTX/9800 GTX+

The GeForce 9800 GTX/9800 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: 571 points.

Radeon R7E

The Radeon R7E is manufactured by AMD. It was released in December 20 2013. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 800 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 55W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 565 points. Launch price was $109.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce 9800 GTX/9800 GTX+ scores 571 and the Radeon R7E reaches 565 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce 9800 GTX/9800 GTX+ is built on G9x while the Radeon R7E uses GCN 1.0, both on 65 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 224 (GeForce 9800 GTX/9800 GTX+) vs 512 (Radeon R7E).

Feature	GeForce 9800 GTX/9800 GTX+	Radeon R7E
G3D Mark Score	571+1%	565
Architecture	G9x	GCN 1.0
Process Node	65 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	224	512+129%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce 9800 GTX/9800 GTX+	Radeon R7E
Upscaling Tech	FSR 2.1 (Compatible)	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	FSR 3 (Compatible)	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 64-bit.

Feature	GeForce 9800 GTX/9800 GTX+	Radeon R7E
VRAM Capacity	0.5 GB	0.5 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	64-bit

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 11.1 (10_0) (GeForce 9800 GTX/9800 GTX+) vs 12_0 (Radeon R7E). Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 0.

Feature	GeForce 9800 GTX/9800 GTX+	Radeon R7E
DirectX	11.1 (10_0)	12_0+8%
Max Displays	2	0

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: No NVENC (G92) (GeForce 9800 GTX/9800 GTX+) vs VCE 2.0 (Radeon R7E). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP2 vs UVD 4.2.

Feature	GeForce 9800 GTX/9800 GTX+	Radeon R7E
Encoder	No NVENC (G92)	VCE 2.0
Decoder	PureVideo HD VP2	UVD 4.2
Codecs	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-1,MPEG-2,WMV	—

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce 9800 GTX/9800 GTX+ draws 150W versus the Radeon R7E's 55W — a 92.7% difference. The Radeon R7E is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce 9800 GTX/9800 GTX+) vs 350W (Radeon R7E). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs None. Card length: 267mm vs 1mm, occupying 2 vs 0 slots.

Feature	GeForce 9800 GTX/9800 GTX+	Radeon R7E
TDP	150W	55W-63%
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	None
Length	267mm	1mm
Height	111mm	—
Slots	2	0-100%
Temp (Load)	80°C	—
Perf/Watt	3.8	10.3+171%

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Value Analysis

The GeForce 9800 GTX/9800 GTX+ launched at $229 MSRP and currently averages $40, while the Radeon R7E launched at $0 and now averages $49. The GeForce 9800 GTX/9800 GTX+ costs 18.4% less ($9 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 14.3 (GeForce 9800 GTX/9800 GTX+) vs 11.5 (Radeon R7E) — the GeForce 9800 GTX/9800 GTX+ offers 24.3% better value. The Radeon R7E is the newer GPU (2013 vs 2008).

Feature	GeForce 9800 GTX/9800 GTX+	Radeon R7E
MSRP	$229	$0-100%
Avg Price (30d)	$40-18%	$49
Performance per Dollar	14.3+24%	11.5
Codename	NB9E-GTX	Cape Verde
Release	July 15 2008	December 20 2013
Ranking	#825	#738