GeForce 9800M GS vs Radeon HD 8690A
GeForce 9800M GS
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Radeon HD 8690A
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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 Radeon HD 8690A is on rank 559, so the Radeon HD 8690A 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 Radeon HD 8690A
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce 9800M GS is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.6% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon HD 8690A.
| Insight | GeForce 9800M GS | Radeon HD 8690A |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.6%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.6%) |
| 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 | — | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce 9800M GS offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce 9800M GS holds the technical lead. Priced at $50 (vs $150), it costs 67% less, resulting in a 201.8% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce 9800M GS | Radeon HD 8690A |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+201.8%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($50) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($150) |
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 Radeon HD 8690A
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.
Radeon HD 8690A
The Radeon HD 8690A is manufactured by AMD. It was released in March 1 2013. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 775 MHz to 825 MHz. It has 320 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 514 points.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce 9800M GS scores 517 and the Radeon HD 8690A reaches 514 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.6% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce 9800M GS is built on G9x while the Radeon HD 8690A uses GCN 1.0, both on 65 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 224 (GeForce 9800M GS) vs 320 (Radeon HD 8690A).
| Feature | GeForce 9800M GS | Radeon HD 8690A |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 517 | 514 |
| Architecture | G9x | GCN 1.0 |
| Process Node | 65 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 224 | 320+43% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce 9800M GS | Radeon HD 8690A |
|---|---|---|
| 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 9800M GS | Radeon HD 8690A |
|---|---|---|
| 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 9800M GS) vs 11_1 (Radeon HD 8690A). Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 0.
| Feature | GeForce 9800M GS | Radeon HD 8690A |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 11.1 (10_0) | 11_1 |
| Max Displays | 2 | 0 |
Media & Encoding
Decoder: PureVideo HD (VP3) vs UVD 3.
| Feature | GeForce 9800M GS | Radeon HD 8690A |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | — | UVD 3 |
| Decoder | PureVideo HD (VP3) | UVD 3 |
| Codecs | H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1 | — |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce 9800M GS draws 150W versus the Radeon HD 8690A's 50W — a 100% difference. The Radeon HD 8690A is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce 9800M GS) vs 350W (Radeon HD 8690A). Power connectors: Legacy vs 1x 6-pin.
| Feature | GeForce 9800M GS | Radeon HD 8690A |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 150W | 50W-67% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | Legacy | 1x 6-pin |
| Length | — | 1mm |
| Slots | 0 | 0 |
| Temp (Load) | 85°C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 3.4 | 10.3+203% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce 9800M GS launched at $200 MSRP and currently averages $50, while the Radeon HD 8690A launched at $150 and now averages $150. The GeForce 9800M GS costs 66.7% less ($100 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 10.3 (GeForce 9800M GS) vs 3.4 (Radeon HD 8690A) — the GeForce 9800M GS offers 202.9% better value. The Radeon HD 8690A is the newer GPU (2013 vs 2008).
| Feature | GeForce 9800M GS | Radeon HD 8690A |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $200 | $150-25% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $50-67% | $150 |
| Performance per Dollar | 10.3+203% | 3.4 |
| Codename | NB9E-GTX | Sun |
| Release | July 15 2008 | March 1 2013 |
| Ranking | #825 | #891 |
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