GeForce 9800M GTX vs Quadro FX 3600M
GeForce 9800M GTX
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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 GTX is positioned at rank 671 and the Quadro FX 3600M is on rank 65, so the Quadro FX 3600M 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 GTX
Performance Per Dollar Quadro FX 3600M
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Quadro FX 3600M is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.9% higher G3D Mark score. However, the GeForce 9800M GTX offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | GeForce 9800M GTX | Quadro FX 3600M |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.9%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+2.9%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / G9x (2007−2010)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / Tesla 2.0 (2007−2013)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+100%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the Quadro FX 3600M 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 GTX and Quadro FX 3600M
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.
Quadro FX 3600M
The Quadro FX 3600M 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: 467 points. Launch price was $3,499.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce 9800M GTX scores 454 and the Quadro FX 3600M reaches 467 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.9% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce 9800M GTX is built on G9x while the Quadro FX 3600M uses Tesla 2.0, both on 65 nm vs 55 nm. Shader units: 224 (GeForce 9800M GTX) vs 240 (Quadro FX 3600M).
| Feature | GeForce 9800M GTX | Quadro FX 3600M |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 454 | 467+3% |
| Architecture | G9x | Tesla 2.0 |
| Process Node | 65 nm | 55 nm |
| Shading Units | 224 | 240+7% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce 9800M GTX | Quadro FX 3600M |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce 9800M GTX comes with 1 GB of VRAM, while the Quadro FX 3600M has 512 MB. The GeForce 9800M GTX offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit.
| Feature | GeForce 9800M GTX | Quadro FX 3600M |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 1 GB+100% | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 10.0 (GeForce 9800M GTX) vs 10 (Quadro FX 3600M). Vulkan: None vs N/A. OpenGL: 3.3 vs 3.3. Maximum simultaneous displays: 1 vs 2.
| Feature | GeForce 9800M GTX | Quadro FX 3600M |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 10.0 | 10 |
| Vulkan | None | N/A |
| OpenGL | 3.3 | 3.3 |
| Max Displays | 1 | 2+100% |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: No (GeForce 9800M GTX) vs None (Quadro FX 3600M). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP3 vs PureVideo HD (VP2). Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1 (GeForce 9800M GTX) vs H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (Quadro FX 3600M).
| Feature | GeForce 9800M GTX | Quadro FX 3600M |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | No | None |
| Decoder | PureVideo HD VP3 | PureVideo HD (VP2) |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1 | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce 9800M GTX draws 150W versus the Quadro FX 3600M's 189W — a 23% difference. The GeForce 9800M GTX is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce 9800M GTX) vs 350W (Quadro FX 3600M). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 0mm vs 0mm, occupying 0 vs 0 slots. Typical load temperature: 90°C vs 85.
| Feature | GeForce 9800M GTX | Quadro FX 3600M |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 150W-21% | 189W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 0mm | 0mm |
| Height | 0mm | 0mm |
| Slots | 0 | 0 |
| Temp (Load) | 90°C | 85-6% |
| Perf/Watt | 3.0+20% | 2.5 |
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