GeForce 9800M GT vs GeForce 7900 GTX
GeForce 9800M GT
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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 GT is positioned at rank 622 and the GeForce 7900 GTX is on rank 711, so the GeForce 9800M GT 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 GT
Performance Per Dollar GeForce 7900 GTX
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce 7900 GTX is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.8% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce 9800M GT.
| Insight | GeForce 9800M GT | GeForce 7900 GTX |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.8%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.8%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / G9x (2007−2010)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / G9x (2007−2010)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | Normal Efficiency | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | — | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce 9800M GT offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce 9800M GT holds the technical lead. Priced at $5 (vs $40), it costs 88% less, resulting in a 685.6% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce 9800M GT | GeForce 7900 GTX |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+685.6%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($5) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($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 GT and GeForce 7900 GTX
GeForce 9800M GT
The GeForce 9800M 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: 381 points.
GeForce 7900 GTX
The GeForce 7900 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: 388 points.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce 9800M GT scores 381 and the GeForce 7900 GTX reaches 388 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.8% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce 9800M GT is built on G9x while the GeForce 7900 GTX uses G9x, both on a 65 nm process. Shader units: 224 (GeForce 9800M GT) vs 224 (GeForce 7900 GTX).
| Feature | GeForce 9800M GT | GeForce 7900 GTX |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 381 | 388+2% |
| Architecture | G9x | G9x |
| Process Node | 65 nm | 65 nm |
| Shading Units | 224 | 224 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce 9800M GT | GeForce 7900 GTX |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 2.1 (Compatible) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | FSR 3 (Compatible) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
Both cards feature 512 MB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit.
| Feature | GeForce 9800M GT | GeForce 7900 GTX |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | Unknown |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 10.0 (GeForce 9800M GT) vs 9.0c (GeForce 7900 GTX). Vulkan: None vs N/A. OpenGL: 3.3 vs 2.1. Maximum simultaneous displays: 1 vs 2.
| Feature | GeForce 9800M GT | GeForce 7900 GTX |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 10.0+11% | 9.0c |
| Vulkan | None | N/A |
| OpenGL | 3.3+57% | 2.1 |
| Max Displays | 1 | 2+100% |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: No (GeForce 9800M GT) vs None (GeForce 7900 GTX). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP3 vs PureVideo VP1. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1 (GeForce 9800M GT) vs MPEG-2,WMV9,H.264 (GeForce 7900 GTX).
| Feature | GeForce 9800M GT | GeForce 7900 GTX |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | No | None |
| Decoder | PureVideo HD VP3 | PureVideo VP1 |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1 | MPEG-2,WMV9,H.264 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce 9800M GT draws 150W versus the GeForce 7900 GTX's 150W — a 0% difference. The GeForce 7900 GTX is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce 9800M GT) vs 350W (GeForce 7900 GTX). Power connectors: Legacy vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 0mm vs 229mm, occupying 0 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 90°C vs 80.
| Feature | GeForce 9800M GT | GeForce 7900 GTX |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 150W | 150W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | Legacy | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 0mm | 229mm |
| Height | 0mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 0-100% | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 90°C | 80-11% |
| Perf/Watt | 2.5 | 2.6+4% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce 9800M GT launched at $160 MSRP and currently averages $5, while the GeForce 7900 GTX launched at $499 and now averages $40. The GeForce 9800M GT costs 87.5% less ($35 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 76.2 (GeForce 9800M GT) vs 9.7 (GeForce 7900 GTX) — the GeForce 9800M GT offers 685.6% better value.
| Feature | GeForce 9800M GT | GeForce 7900 GTX |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $160-68% | $499 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $5-88% | $40 |
| Performance per Dollar | 76.2+686% | 9.7 |
| Codename | NB9E-GTX | NB9E-GTX |
| Release | July 15 2008 | July 15 2008 |
| Ranking | #825 | #825 |
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