GeForce 9800M GTS vs Radeon R4
GeForce 9800M GTS
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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 GTS is positioned at rank 658 and the Radeon R4 is on rank 279, so the Radeon R4 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 GTS
Performance Per Dollar Radeon R4
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The Radeon R4 is significantly newer (2017 vs 2008). The Radeon R4 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce 9800M GTS lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce 9800M GTS is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 3.2% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon R4.
| Insight | GeForce 9800M GTS | Radeon R4 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+3.2%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-3.2%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / G9x (2007−2010)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / GCN 4.0 (2016−2020)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 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 $20), it costs 25% less, resulting in a 37.6% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce 9800M GTS | Radeon R4 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+37.6%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($15) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($20) |
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 Radeon R4
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.
Radeon R4
The Radeon R4 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in April 20 2017. It features the GCN 4.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1183 MHz to 1124 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 346 points. Launch price was $79.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce 9800M GTS scores 357 and the Radeon R4 reaches 346 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 3.2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce 9800M GTS is built on G9x while the Radeon R4 uses GCN 4.0, both on 65 nm vs 14 nm. Shader units: 224 (GeForce 9800M GTS) vs 384 (Radeon R4).
| Feature | GeForce 9800M GTS | Radeon R4 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 357+3% | 346 |
| Architecture | G9x | GCN 4.0 |
| Process Node | 65 nm | 14 nm |
| Shading Units | 224 | 384+71% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce 9800M GTS | Radeon R4 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 64-bit.
| Feature | GeForce 9800M GTS | Radeon R4 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Radeon R4's 50W — a 100% difference. The Radeon R4 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce 9800M GTS) vs 350W (Radeon R4). Power connectors: Legacy vs None.
| Feature | GeForce 9800M GTS | Radeon R4 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 150W | 50W-67% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | Legacy | None |
| Length | 0mm | — |
| Height | 0mm | — |
| Slots | 0 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 90°C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 2.4 | 6.9+188% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce 9800M GTS launched at $200 MSRP and currently averages $15, while the Radeon R4 launched at $100 and now averages $20. The GeForce 9800M GTS costs 25% less ($5 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 23.8 (GeForce 9800M GTS) vs 17.3 (Radeon R4) — the GeForce 9800M GTS offers 37.6% better value. The Radeon R4 is the newer GPU (2017 vs 2008).
| Feature | GeForce 9800M GTS | Radeon R4 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $200 | $100-50% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $15-25% | $20 |
| Performance per Dollar | 23.8+38% | 17.3 |
| Codename | NB9E-GTX | Lexa |
| Release | July 15 2008 | April 20 2017 |
| Ranking | #825 | #773 |
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