GeForce 9800M GTX vs GeForce GT 525M

GeForce 9800M GTX

2008Core: 500 MHz

GeForce GT 525M

2013Core: 980 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

GeForce 9800M GTX

150

454

+0.7%

GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448

GeForce GTX 1060 3GB

GeForce GTX 1070 Ti

GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER

GeForce GT 525M

451

0.0%

GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448

GeForce GTX 1060 3GB

GeForce GTX 1070 Ti

GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER

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 GTX is positioned at rank 671 and the GeForce GT 525M is on rank 183, so the GeForce GT 525M 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 GTX

#661

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

7190%

#663

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

6518%

#664

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

6501%

#668

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

5911%

#669

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

5871%

#671

GeForce 9800M GTX

MSRP: $300|Avg: $30

100%

#672

Radeon HD 7520G + 8750M Dual

MSRP: $250|Avg: $57

100%

#673

Mobility Radeon HD 4300 Serisi

MSRP: $49|Avg: $10

99%

#674

GeForce 505

MSRP: $99|Avg: $15

96%

#675

GeForce 9200M GE

MSRP: $100|Avg: $15

95%

#676

Mobility Radeon. HD 5470

MSRP: $150|Avg: $25

95%

#677

Radeon HD 2600 XT

MSRP: $199|Avg: $40

94%

#678

GeForce 7500 LE

MSRP: $60|Avg: $15

94%

#679

GeForce 9650M GT

MSRP: $100|Avg: $25

91%

#680

GeForce 8400 SE

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

90%

#681

GeForce 9650M GS

MSRP: $199|Avg: $20

90%

#682

GeForce 8400M GT

MSRP: $50|Avg: $30

89%

#683

GeForce 9200M GS

MSRP: $100|Avg: $40

85%

#684

Mobility Radeon HD 3410

MSRP: $49|Avg: $10

85%

#685

MOBILITY RADEON X700 XL

MSRP: $49|Avg: $10

81%

#686

GeForce 9300M GS

MSRP: $100|Avg: $10

78%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar GeForce GT 525M

#173

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

361%

#175

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

327%

#176

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

326%

#180

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

297%

#181

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

295%

#183

GeForce GT 525M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $30

100%

#186

Radeon R5 (Bristol Ridge)

MSRP: $50|Avg: $50

100%

#187

GeForce MX550

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

99%

#195

GeForce GT625M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $45

94%

#197

Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS

MSRP: $250|Avg: $250

93%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce 9800M GTX is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.7% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GT 525M.

Insight	GeForce 9800M GTX	GeForce GT 525M
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+0.7%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.7%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / G9x (2007−2010))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018))
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 GTX offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce 9800M GTX holds the technical lead. Priced at $30 (vs $30), it costs 0% less, resulting in a 0.7% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce 9800M GTX	GeForce GT 525M
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+0.7%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing

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.

GeForce 9800M GTX Benchmark Check

GeForce GT 525M Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce 9800M GTX and GeForce GT 525M

GeForce 9800M GTX

The GeForce 9800M 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: 454 points.

GeForce GT 525M

The GeForce GT 525M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in June 25 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 980 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 451 points.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce 9800M GTX scores 454 and the GeForce GT 525M reaches 451 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.7% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce 9800M GTX is built on G9x while the GeForce GT 525M uses Kepler, both on 65 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 224 (GeForce 9800M GTX) vs 384 (GeForce GT 525M).

Feature	GeForce 9800M GTX	GeForce GT 525M
G3D Mark Score	454	451
Architecture	G9x	Kepler
Process Node	65 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	224	384+71%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce 9800M GTX	GeForce GT 525M
Upscaling Tech	FSR 2.1 (Compatible)	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	FSR 3 (Compatible)	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

Both cards feature 1 GB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit.

Feature	GeForce 9800M GTX	GeForce GT 525M
VRAM Capacity	1 GB	1 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	Unknown	Unknown
Bus Width	64-bit	128-bit+100%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 10.0 (GeForce 9800M GTX) vs 12 (FL11_0) (GeForce GT 525M). Vulkan: None vs N/A. OpenGL: 3.3 vs 4.2. Maximum simultaneous displays: 1 vs 2.

Feature	GeForce 9800M GTX	GeForce GT 525M
DirectX	10.0	12 (FL11_0)+20%
Vulkan	None	N/A
OpenGL	3.3	4.2+27%
Max Displays	1	2+100%

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: No (GeForce 9800M GTX) vs VP4 (GeForce GT 525M). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP3 vs VP4. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1 (GeForce 9800M GTX) vs H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1,MPEG-4 (GeForce GT 525M).

Feature	GeForce 9800M GTX	GeForce GT 525M
Encoder	No	VP4
Decoder	PureVideo HD VP3	VP4
Codecs	MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1	H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1,MPEG-4

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce 9800M GTX draws 150W versus the GeForce GT 525M's 50W — a 100% difference. The GeForce GT 525M is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce 9800M GTX) vs 350W (GeForce GT 525M). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 0mm vs 0mm, occupying 0 vs 0 slots. Typical load temperature: 90°C vs 80°C.

Feature	GeForce 9800M GTX	GeForce GT 525M
TDP	150W	50W-67%
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	PCIe-powered
Length	0mm	0mm
Height	0mm	0mm
Slots	0	0
Temp (Load)	90°C	80°C-11%
Perf/Watt	3.0	9.0+200%

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Value Analysis

Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 15.1 (GeForce 9800M GTX) vs 15.0 (GeForce GT 525M) — the GeForce 9800M GTX offers 0.7% better value. The GeForce GT 525M is the newer GPU (2013 vs 2008).