GeForce 9800M GTS
VS
Quadro FX 2700M

GeForce 9800M GTS vs Quadro FX 2700M

NVIDIA

GeForce 9800M GTS

2008Core: 500 MHz
VS
NVIDIA

Quadro FX 2700M

2008Core: 610 MHz

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 GTS is positioned at rank 658 and the Quadro FX 2700M is on rank 237, so the Quadro FX 2700M offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

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 9800M GTS

#646
Radeon RX 550X (móvel)
MSRP: $35|Avg: $35
6065%
#648
5498%
#649
5484%
#653
GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50
4987%
#654
Radeon RX 6300
MSRP: $60|Avg: $40
4953%
#656
GeForce 8600 GS
MSRP: $100|Avg: $15
100%
#657
100%
#658
GeForce 9800M GTS
MSRP: $200|Avg: $15
100%
#659
Radeon HD 2900 GT
MSRP: $170|Avg: $15
96%
#660
Radeon HD 8280E
MSRP: $150|Avg: $110
96%
#661
Radeon R5 M420
MSRP: $300|Avg: $300
94%
#662
Mobility Radeon HD 2600
MSRP: $100|Avg: $30
94%
#663
Radeon HD 8550G + 8690M Dual
MSRP: $400|Avg: $400
93%
#664
Mobility Radeon 4100
MSRP: $49|Avg: $49
92%
#665
Radeon HD 2900 XT
MSRP: $399|Avg: $20
92%
#666
GeForce 9300 SE
MSRP: $50|Avg: $10
92%
#667
GeForce 9700M GT
MSRP: $200|Avg: $40
92%
#668
Mobility Radeon X2500
MSRP: $50|Avg: $15
92%
#669
GeForce 9800M GTX
MSRP: $300|Avg: $30
84%
#670
Radeon HD 7520G + 8750M Dual
MSRP: $250|Avg: $57
84%
#671
83%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar Quadro FX 2700M

#101
99%
#102
Radeon Pro Vega II Duo
MSRP: $4399|Avg: $3500
87%
#103
Radeon Pro W6800X Duo
MSRP: $4999|Avg: $4999
80%
#104
Radeon Pro W6900X
MSRP: $6000|Avg: $5000
79%
#105
Quadro RTX 6000
MSRP: $6300|Avg: $1800
77%
#222
Tesla K20m
MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55
4025%
#237
Quadro FX 2700M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A
100%
#238
FirePro 3D V3800
MSRP: $129|Avg: $12
100%
#240
Quadro K600
MSRP: $199|Avg: $20
99%
#241
FirePro S7000
MSRP: $1249|Avg: $40
99%
#242
Quadro P5000 (móvel)
MSRP: $2499|Avg: $400
98%
#243
FirePro V7000
MSRP: $899|Avg: $100
96%
#244
Quadro P500
MSRP: $500|Avg: $500
90%
#246
FireStream 9370
MSRP: $800|Avg: $50
86%
#247
GRID K260Q
MSRP: $937|Avg: $15
86%
#249
Quadro 600
MSRP: $179|Avg: $20
80%
#251
Quadro 410
MSRP: $149|Avg: $25
78%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Quadro FX 2700M is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.8% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce 9800M GTS.

InsightGeForce 9800M GTSQuadro FX 2700M
Performance
Lower raw frame rates (-2.8%)
Leading raw performance (+2.8%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / G9x (2007−2010))
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / Tesla 2.0 (2007−2013))
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM
❌ Less VRAM capacity
✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency
💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit

💎 Value Proposition

While current pricing data is unavailable, the Quadro FX 2700M remains the clear technical winner. Check real-time availability to determine if the performance gap justifies the market price.

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 GTS and Quadro FX 2700M

NVIDIA

GeForce 9800M GTS

The GeForce 9800M GTS 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: 357 points.

NVIDIA

Quadro FX 2700M

The Quadro FX 2700M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in November 11 2008. It features the Tesla 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 610 MHz. It has 240 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 189W. Manufactured using 55 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 367 points. Launch price was $3,499.

Graphics Performance

The GeForce 9800M GTS scores 357 and the Quadro FX 2700M reaches 367 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.8% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce 9800M GTS is built on G9x while the Quadro FX 2700M uses Tesla 2.0, both on 65 nm vs 55 nm. Shader units: 224 (GeForce 9800M GTS) vs 240 (Quadro FX 2700M).

FeatureGeForce 9800M GTSQuadro FX 2700M
G3D Mark Score
357
367+3%
Architecture
G9x
Tesla 2.0
Process Node
65 nm
55 nm
Shading Units
224
240+7%

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureGeForce 9800M GTSQuadro FX 2700M
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)

Both cards feature 512 MB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit.

FeatureGeForce 9800M GTSQuadro FX 2700M
VRAM Capacity
0.5 GB
0.5 GB
Memory Type
GDDR5
GDDR5
Bus Width
64-bit
64-bit
🔌

Power & Dimensions

The GeForce 9800M GTS draws 150W versus the Quadro FX 2700M's 189W — a 23% difference. The GeForce 9800M GTS is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce 9800M GTS) vs 350W (Quadro FX 2700M). Power connectors: Legacy vs PCIe-powered.

FeatureGeForce 9800M GTSQuadro FX 2700M
TDP
150W-21%
189W
Recommended PSU
350W
350W
Power Connector
Legacy
PCIe-powered
Length
0mm
Height
0mm
Slots
0
Temp (Load)
90°C
Perf/Watt
2.4+26%
1.9