GeForce 9800M GTS vs Quadro FX 3700

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 3700 is on rank 401, so the Quadro FX 3700 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

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

5498%

#649

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

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

Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7600M Dual

MSRP: $250|Avg: $50

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%

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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%

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Mobility Radeon HD 4300 Serisi

MSRP: $49|Avg: $10

83%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar Quadro FX 3700

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Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

64230%

#400

Quadro FX 4700 X2

MSRP: $2999|Avg: $15

100%

#401

Quadro FX 3700

MSRP: $1599|Avg: $500

100%

#402

GRID M10-0B

MSRP: $4000|Avg: $1000

96%

#403

Quadro FX 4600

MSRP: $1999|Avg: $50

87%

#405

GRID K340

MSRP: $3299|Avg: $57

87%

#406

Quadro FX 5600

MSRP: $2999|Avg: $50

78%

#408

Quadro FX 3500

MSRP: $1599|Avg: $1599

74%

#409

Quadro FX 1400

MSRP: $799|Avg: $30

70%

#410

GRID K1

MSRP: $4140|Avg: $120

70%

#412

GRID P4-1Q

MSRP: $5890|Avg: $185

52%

#413

GRID RTX6000-2Q

MSRP: $6300|Avg: $1500

43%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Quadro FX 3700 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 4.2% 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.

Insight	GeForce 9800M GTS	Quadro FX 3700
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-4.2%)	✅Leading raw performance (+4.2%)
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	—	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce 9800M GTS offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce 9800M GTS holds the technical lead. Priced at $15 (vs $500), it costs 97% less, resulting in a 3098.9% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce 9800M GTS	Quadro FX 3700
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+3098.9%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($15)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($500)

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.

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce 9800M GTS and Quadro FX 3700

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.

Quadro FX 3700

The Quadro FX 3700 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: 372 points. Launch price was $3,499.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce 9800M GTS scores 357 and the Quadro FX 3700 reaches 372 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 4.2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce 9800M GTS is built on G9x while the Quadro FX 3700 uses Tesla 2.0, both on 65 nm vs 55 nm. Shader units: 224 (GeForce 9800M GTS) vs 240 (Quadro FX 3700).

Feature	GeForce 9800M GTS	Quadro FX 3700
G3D Mark Score	357	372+4%
Architecture	G9x	Tesla 2.0
Process Node	65 nm	55 nm
Shading Units	224	240+7%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce 9800M GTS	Quadro FX 3700
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

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

Feature	GeForce 9800M GTS	Quadro FX 3700
VRAM Capacity	0.5 GB	0.5 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	64-bit

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 10.0 (GeForce 9800M GTS) vs 10_0 (Quadro FX 3700). Maximum simultaneous displays: 1 vs 2.

Feature	GeForce 9800M GTS	Quadro FX 3700
DirectX	10.0	10_0
Max Displays	1	2+100%

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce 9800M GTS draws 150W versus the Quadro FX 3700's 189W — a 23% difference. The GeForce 9800M GTS is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce 9800M GTS) vs 350W (Quadro FX 3700). Power connectors: Legacy vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 0mm vs 229mm, occupying 0 vs 1 slots.

Feature	GeForce 9800M GTS	Quadro FX 3700
TDP	150W-21%	189W
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	Legacy	PCIe-powered
Length	0mm	229mm
Height	0mm	—
Slots	0-100%	1
Temp (Load)	90°C	—
Perf/Watt	2.4+20%	2.0

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Value Analysis

The GeForce 9800M GTS launched at $200 MSRP and currently averages $15, while the Quadro FX 3700 launched at $1599 and now averages $500. The GeForce 9800M GTS costs 97% less ($485 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 23.8 (GeForce 9800M GTS) vs 0.7 (Quadro FX 3700) — the GeForce 9800M GTS offers 3300% better value.

Feature	GeForce 9800M GTS	Quadro FX 3700
MSRP	$200-87%	$1599
Avg Price (30d)	$15-97%	$500
Performance per Dollar	23.8+3300%	0.7
Codename	NB9E-GTX	GT200B
Release	July 15 2008	November 11 2008
Ranking	#825	#815