GeForce 9800 S vs Radeon HD 8650G + 8500M Dual
GeForce 9800 S
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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 S is positioned at rank 510 and the Radeon HD 8650G + 8500M Dual is on rank 515, so the GeForce 9800 S 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 S
Performance Per Dollar Radeon HD 8650G + 8500M Dual
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce 9800 S is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.4% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon HD 8650G + 8500M Dual.
| Insight | GeForce 9800 S | Radeon HD 8650G + 8500M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.4%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.4%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / G9x (2007−2010)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Legacy) |
| 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 HD 8650G + 8500M Dual offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Radeon HD 8650G + 8500M Dual holds the technical lead. Priced at $30 (vs $40), it costs 25% less, resulting in a 31.4% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce 9800 S | Radeon HD 8650G + 8500M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+31.4%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($40) | ✅More affordable ($30) |
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 S and Radeon HD 8650G + 8500M Dual
GeForce 9800 S
The GeForce 9800 S 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: 636 points.
Radeon HD 8650G + 8500M Dual
The Radeon HD 8650G + 8500M Dual is manufactured by AMD. It was released in August 1 2013. The core clock speed is 720 / 825 MHz. It has 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 627 points.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce 9800 S scores 636 and the Radeon HD 8650G + 8500M Dual reaches 627 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.4% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. Shader units: 224 (GeForce 9800 S) vs 640 (Radeon HD 8650G + 8500M Dual).
| Feature | GeForce 9800 S | Radeon HD 8650G + 8500M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 636+1% | 627 |
| Process Node | 65 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 224 | 640+186% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce 9800 S | Radeon HD 8650G + 8500M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Video Memory (VRAM)
Both cards feature 512 MB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | GeForce 9800 S | Radeon HD 8650G + 8500M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | Unknown |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 128-bit+100% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 11.1 (10_0) (GeForce 9800 S) vs 11 (Radeon HD 8650G + 8500M Dual). OpenGL: 3.3 vs 4.1. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 2.
| Feature | GeForce 9800 S | Radeon HD 8650G + 8500M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 11.1 (10_0) | 11 |
| OpenGL | 3.3 | 4.1+24% |
| Max Displays | 2 | 2 |
Media & Encoding
Decoder: PureVideo HD VP2 vs UVD 3.0. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (GeForce 9800 S) vs H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,Flash (Radeon HD 8650G + 8500M Dual).
| Feature | GeForce 9800 S | Radeon HD 8650G + 8500M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | No NVENC (Tesla) | — |
| Decoder | PureVideo HD VP2 | UVD 3.0 |
| Codecs | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,Flash |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce 9800 S draws 150W versus the Radeon HD 8650G + 8500M Dual's 50W — a 100% difference. The Radeon HD 8650G + 8500M Dual is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce 9800 S) vs 350W (Radeon HD 8650G + 8500M Dual). Power connectors: Legacy vs 1x 6-pin. Typical load temperature: 85°C vs 75°C.
| Feature | GeForce 9800 S | Radeon HD 8650G + 8500M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 150W | 50W-67% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | Legacy | 1x 6-pin |
| Slots | 0 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 85°C | 75°C-12% |
| Perf/Watt | 4.2 | 12.5+198% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce 9800 S launched at $150 MSRP and currently averages $40, while the Radeon HD 8650G + 8500M Dual launched at $150 and now averages $30. The Radeon HD 8650G + 8500M Dual costs 25% less ($10 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 15.9 (GeForce 9800 S) vs 20.9 (Radeon HD 8650G + 8500M Dual) — the Radeon HD 8650G + 8500M Dual offers 31.4% better value. The Radeon HD 8650G + 8500M Dual is the newer GPU (2013 vs 2008).
| Feature | GeForce 9800 S | Radeon HD 8650G + 8500M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $150 | $150 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $40 | $30-25% |
| Performance per Dollar | 15.9 | 20.9+31% |
| Codename | NB9E-GTX | — |
| Release | July 15 2008 | August 1 2013 |
| Ranking | #825 | #863 |
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