GeForce 9800M GS vs GeForce GTS 240
GeForce 9800M GS
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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 9800M GS is positioned at rank 608 and the GeForce GTS 240 is on rank 192, so the GeForce GTS 240 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GeForce 9800M GS
Performance Per Dollar GeForce GTS 240
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce 9800M GS is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.4% higher G3D Mark score. However, the GeForce GTS 240 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | GeForce 9800M GS | GeForce GTS 240 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.4%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.4%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / G9x (2007−2010)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi (2010−2014)) |
| 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
The GeForce GTS 240 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTS 240 holds the technical lead. Priced at $40 (vs $50), it costs 20% less, resulting in a 24.5% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce 9800M GS | GeForce GTS 240 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+24.5%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($50) | ✅More affordable ($40) |
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 9800M GS and GeForce GTS 240
GeForce 9800M GS
The GeForce 9800M GS 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: 517 points.
GeForce GTS 240
The GeForce GTS 240 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in September 13 2010. It features the Fermi architecture. The core clock speed is 783 MHz. It has 192 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 106W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 515 points. Launch price was $129.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce 9800M GS scores 517 and the GeForce GTS 240 reaches 515 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.4% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce 9800M GS is built on G9x while the GeForce GTS 240 uses Fermi, both on 65 nm vs 40 nm. Shader units: 224 (GeForce 9800M GS) vs 192 (GeForce GTS 240).
| Feature | GeForce 9800M GS | GeForce GTS 240 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 517 | 515 |
| Architecture | G9x | Fermi |
| Process Node | 65 nm | 40 nm |
| Shading Units | 224+17% | 192 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce 9800M GS | GeForce GTS 240 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 9800M GS comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTS 240 has 1 GB. The GeForce GTS 240 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | GeForce 9800M GS | GeForce GTS 240 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | 1 GB+100% |
| 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 9800M GS) vs 11.1 (10_0) (GeForce GTS 240). OpenGL: 3.3 vs 3.2. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 2.
| Feature | GeForce 9800M GS | GeForce GTS 240 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 11.1 (10_0) | 11.1 (10_0) |
| OpenGL | 3.3+3% | 3.2 |
| Max Displays | 2 | 2 |
Media & Encoding
Decoder: PureVideo HD (VP3) vs PureVideo HD VP2. Supported codecs: H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1 (GeForce 9800M GS) vs H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (GeForce GTS 240).
| Feature | GeForce 9800M GS | GeForce GTS 240 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | — | PureVideo HD VP2 |
| Decoder | PureVideo HD (VP3) | PureVideo HD VP2 |
| Codecs | H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1 | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce 9800M GS draws 150W versus the GeForce GTS 240's 106W — a 34.4% difference. The GeForce GTS 240 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce 9800M GS) vs 350W (GeForce GTS 240). Power connectors: Legacy vs 1x 6-pin. Typical load temperature: 85°C vs 85°C.
| Feature | GeForce 9800M GS | GeForce GTS 240 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 150W | 106W-29% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | Legacy | 1x 6-pin |
| Length | — | 229mm |
| Height | — | 111mm |
| Slots | 0-100% | 1 |
| Temp (Load) | 85°C | 85°C |
| Perf/Watt | 3.4 | 4.9+44% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce 9800M GS launched at $200 MSRP and currently averages $50, while the GeForce GTS 240 launched at $80 and now averages $40. The GeForce GTS 240 costs 20% less ($10 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 10.3 (GeForce 9800M GS) vs 12.9 (GeForce GTS 240) — the GeForce GTS 240 offers 25.2% better value. The GeForce GTS 240 is the newer GPU (2010 vs 2008).
| Feature | GeForce 9800M GS | GeForce GTS 240 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $200 | $80-60% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $50 | $40-20% |
| Performance per Dollar | 10.3 | 12.9+25% |
| Codename | NB9E-GTX | GF106 |
| Release | July 15 2008 | September 13 2010 |
| Ranking | #825 | #791 |
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