GeForce G210M vs GeForce 7650 GS
GeForce G210M
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GeForce 7650 GS
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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 G210M is positioned at rank 436 and the GeForce 7650 GS is on rank 702, so the GeForce G210M offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GeForce G210M
Performance Per Dollar GeForce 7650 GS
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce 7650 GS is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 3.9% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce G210M.
| Insight | GeForce G210M | GeForce 7650 GS |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-3.9%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+3.9%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Maxwell (2014−2017)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018)) |
| 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
While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce 7650 GS 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 G210M and GeForce 7650 GS
GeForce G210M
The GeForce G210M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 25 2016. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 965 MHz to 993 MHz. It has 256 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 16W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 129 points.
GeForce 7650 GS
The GeForce 7650 GS is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in April 1 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 967 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 30W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 134 points.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce G210M scores 129 and the GeForce 7650 GS reaches 134 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 3.9% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce G210M is built on Maxwell while the GeForce 7650 GS uses Kepler, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 256 (GeForce G210M) vs 768 (GeForce 7650 GS).
| Feature | GeForce G210M | GeForce 7650 GS |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 129 | 134+4% |
| Architecture | Maxwell | Kepler |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 256 | 768+200% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce G210M | GeForce 7650 GS |
|---|---|---|
| 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: 128-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | GeForce G210M | GeForce 7650 GS |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | Unknown |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 128-bit |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 10.1 (GeForce G210M) vs 9.0c (GeForce 7650 GS). Vulkan: None vs None. OpenGL: 3.3 vs 2.1. Maximum simultaneous displays: 1 vs 2.
| Feature | GeForce G210M | GeForce 7650 GS |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 10.1+12% | 9.0c |
| Vulkan | None | None |
| OpenGL | 3.3+57% | 2.1 |
| Max Displays | 1 | 2+100% |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: No (GeForce G210M) vs No (GeForce 7650 GS). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP4 vs No. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1,MPEG-4 (GeForce G210M) vs MPEG-2 (GeForce 7650 GS).
| Feature | GeForce G210M | GeForce 7650 GS |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | No | No |
| Decoder | PureVideo HD VP4 | No |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1,MPEG-4 | MPEG-2 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce G210M draws 16W versus the GeForce 7650 GS's 30W — a 60.9% difference. The GeForce G210M is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce G210M) vs 350W (GeForce 7650 GS). Power connectors: Legacy vs Legacy. Card length: 0mm vs 168mm, occupying 0 vs 1 slots. Typical load temperature: 70°C vs 75°C.
| Feature | GeForce G210M | GeForce 7650 GS |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 16W-47% | 30W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | Legacy | Legacy |
| Length | 0mm | 168mm |
| Height | 0mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 0-100% | 1 |
| Temp (Load) | 70°C-7% | 75°C |
| Perf/Watt | 8.1+80% | 4.5 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce G210M is the newer GPU (2016 vs 2013).
| Feature | GeForce G210M | GeForce 7650 GS |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | — | $150 |
| Avg Price (30d) | — | $15 |
| Codename | GM108 | N14P-GT |
| Release | March 25 2016 | April 1 2013 |
| Ranking | #864 | #616 |
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