GeForce GT 415 vs GeForce 7900 GS
GeForce GT 415
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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 GT 415 is positioned at rank 224 and the GeForce 7900 GS is on rank 692, so the GeForce GT 415 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GeForce GT 415
Performance Per Dollar GeForce 7900 GS
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce 7900 GS is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 4.4% higher G3D Mark score. However, the GeForce GT 415 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | GeForce GT 415 | GeForce 7900 GS |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-4.4%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+4.4%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / Fermi 2.0 (2010−2014)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / G9x (2007−2010)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+100%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce GT 415 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GT 415 holds the technical lead. Priced at $15 (vs $50), it costs 70% less, resulting in a 219.3% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce GT 415 | GeForce 7900 GS |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+219.3%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($15) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($50) |
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 GT 415 and GeForce 7900 GS
GeForce GT 415
The GeForce GT 415 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 14 2011. It features the Fermi 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 720 MHz. It has 144 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 70W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 251 points. Launch price was $149.
GeForce 7900 GS
The GeForce 7900 GS 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: 262 points.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce GT 415 scores 251 and the GeForce 7900 GS reaches 262 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 4.4% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GT 415 is built on Fermi 2.0 while the GeForce 7900 GS uses G9x, both on 40 nm vs 65 nm. Shader units: 144 (GeForce GT 415) vs 224 (GeForce 7900 GS).
| Feature | GeForce GT 415 | GeForce 7900 GS |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 251 | 262+4% |
| Architecture | Fermi 2.0 | G9x |
| Process Node | 40 nm | 65 nm |
| Shading Units | 144 | 224+56% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GT 415 | GeForce 7900 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)
The GeForce GT 415 comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce 7900 GS has 256 MB. The GeForce GT 415 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit.
| Feature | GeForce GT 415 | GeForce 7900 GS |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB+100% | 0.25 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | Unknown |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 11.0 (GeForce GT 415) vs 9.0c (GeForce 7900 GS). Vulkan: None vs N/A. OpenGL: 4.0 vs 2.1. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 2.
| Feature | GeForce GT 415 | GeForce 7900 GS |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 11.0+22% | 9.0c |
| Vulkan | None | N/A |
| OpenGL | 4.0+90% | 2.1 |
| Max Displays | 2 | 2 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: No (GeForce GT 415) vs None (GeForce 7900 GS). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP4 vs PureVideo. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1,MPEG-4 (GeForce GT 415) vs MPEG-2,WMV9 (GeForce 7900 GS).
| Feature | GeForce GT 415 | GeForce 7900 GS |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | No | None |
| Decoder | PureVideo HD VP4 | PureVideo |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1,MPEG-4 | MPEG-2,WMV9 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GT 415 draws 70W versus the GeForce 7900 GS's 150W — a 72.7% difference. The GeForce GT 415 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GT 415) vs 350W (GeForce 7900 GS). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs Legacy. Card length: 145mm vs 198mm, occupying 1 vs 1 slots. Typical load temperature: 65°C vs 80.
| Feature | GeForce GT 415 | GeForce 7900 GS |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 70W-53% | 150W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | Legacy |
| Length | 145mm | 198mm |
| Height | 69mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 1 | 1 |
| Temp (Load) | 65°C-19% | 80 |
| Perf/Watt | 3.6+112% | 1.7 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GT 415 launched at $49 MSRP and currently averages $15, while the GeForce 7900 GS launched at $259 and now averages $50. The GeForce GT 415 costs 70% less ($35 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 16.7 (GeForce GT 415) vs 5.2 (GeForce 7900 GS) — the GeForce GT 415 offers 221.2% better value. The GeForce GT 415 is the newer GPU (2011 vs 2008).
| Feature | GeForce GT 415 | GeForce 7900 GS |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $49-81% | $259 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $15-70% | $50 |
| Performance per Dollar | 16.7+221% | 5.2 |
| Codename | GF116 | NB9E-GTX |
| Release | May 14 2011 | July 15 2008 |
| Ranking | #849 | #825 |
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