GeForce GT 550M vs GeForce 8800 GTX

GeForce GT 550M

2013Core: 980 MHz

GeForce 8800 GTX

2008Core: 500 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

GeForce GT 550M

561

+0.9%

GeForce GTX 1060 6 GB

GeForce GTX 1070 Ti

GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER

GeForce 8800 GTX

150

556

0.0%

GeForce GTX 1060 6 GB

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 GT 550M is positioned at rank 125 and the GeForce 8800 GTX is on rank 698, so the GeForce GT 550M 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 GT 550M

#115

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

290%

#117

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

263%

#118

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

262%

#122

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

239%

#123

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

237%

#125

GeForce GT 550M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $30

100%

#131

GeForce GT 335M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $25

98%

#139

Iris Xe MAX Graphics

MSRP: $55|Avg: $40

96%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar GeForce 8800 GTX

#688

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

11674%

#690

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

10583%

#691

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

10555%

#695

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

9598%

#696

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

9532%

#698

GeForce 8800 GTX

MSRP: $599|Avg: $50

100%

#699

GeForce 8600 GTS

MSRP: $199|Avg: $35

100%

#700

GeForce 8800 GTS

MSRP: $449|Avg: $50

98%

#701

Mobility Radeon HD 3450

MSRP: $100|Avg: $15

98%

#702

GeForce 8600M GS

MSRP: $100|Avg: $20

96%

#703

GeForce 7650 GS

MSRP: $150|Avg: $15

96%

#704

Mobility Radeon X1400

MSRP: $49|Avg: $49

95%

#705

GeForce 8600 GT

MSRP: $159|Avg: $15

95%

#706

GeForce 7900 GT

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

92%

#707

GeForce 6150SE

MSRP: $30|Avg: $5

89%

#708

Mobility Radeon X1300

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

88%

#709

Mobility Radeon X1350

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

88%

#710

MOBILITY RADEON 9600/9700

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

86%

#711

GeForce 7900 GTX

MSRP: $499|Avg: $40

84%

#712

GeForce 6800 GS

MSRP: $249|Avg: $40

83%

#713

GeForce 6150

MSRP: $30|Avg: $10

78%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GT 550M is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.9% higher G3D Mark score and 33.3% more VRAM (1 GB vs 768 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce 8800 GTX.

Insight	GeForce GT 550M	GeForce 8800 GTX
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+0.9%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.9%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / G9x (2007−2010))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	✅ More VRAM (+33.3%)	❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	—	Standard Size (267mm)

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GT 550M offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GT 550M holds the technical lead. Priced at $30 (vs $50), it costs 40% less, resulting in a 68.2% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce GT 550M	GeForce 8800 GTX
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+68.2%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($30)	⚠️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.

GeForce GT 550M Benchmark Check

GeForce 8800 GTX Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GT 550M and GeForce 8800 GTX

GeForce GT 550M

The GeForce GT 550M 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: 561 points.

GeForce 8800 GTX

The GeForce 8800 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: 556 points.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce GT 550M scores 561 and the GeForce 8800 GTX reaches 556 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.9% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GT 550M is built on Kepler while the GeForce 8800 GTX uses G9x, both on 28 nm vs 65 nm. Shader units: 384 (GeForce GT 550M) vs 224 (GeForce 8800 GTX).

Feature	GeForce GT 550M	GeForce 8800 GTX
G3D Mark Score	561	556
Architecture	Kepler	G9x
Process Node	28 nm	65 nm
Shading Units	384+71%	224

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GT 550M	GeForce 8800 GTX
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 2.1 (Compatible)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	FSR 3 (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce GT 550M comes with 1 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce 8800 GTX has 768 MB. The GeForce GT 550M offers 33.3% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit.

Feature	GeForce GT 550M	GeForce 8800 GTX
VRAM Capacity	1 GB+33%	0.75 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	Unknown	Unknown
Bus Width	128-bit+100%	64-bit

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 11.0 (GeForce GT 550M) vs 10.0 (GeForce 8800 GTX). Vulkan: None vs N/A. OpenGL: 4.0 vs 3.3. Maximum simultaneous displays: 1 vs 2.

Feature	GeForce GT 550M	GeForce 8800 GTX
DirectX	11.0+10%	10.0
Vulkan	None	N/A
OpenGL	4.0+21%	3.3
Max Displays	1	2+100%

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: No (GeForce GT 550M) vs None (GeForce 8800 GTX). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP4 vs PureVideo HD (VP2). Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1,MPEG-4 ASP (GeForce GT 550M) vs MPEG-2,VC-1,H.264 (GeForce 8800 GTX).

Feature	GeForce GT 550M	GeForce 8800 GTX
Encoder	No	None
Decoder	PureVideo HD VP4	PureVideo HD (VP2)
Codecs	MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1,MPEG-4 ASP	MPEG-2,VC-1,H.264

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GT 550M draws 50W versus the GeForce 8800 GTX's 150W — a 100% difference. The GeForce GT 550M is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GT 550M) vs 350W (GeForce 8800 GTX). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 0mm vs 267mm, occupying 0 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 85°C vs 85.

Feature	GeForce GT 550M	GeForce 8800 GTX
TDP	50W-67%	150W
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	PCIe-powered
Length	0mm	267mm
Height	0mm	111mm
Slots	0-100%	2
Temp (Load)	85°C	85
Perf/Watt	11.2+203%	3.7

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GT 550M costs 40% less ($20 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 18.7 (GeForce GT 550M) vs 11.1 (GeForce 8800 GTX) — the GeForce GT 550M offers 68.5% better value. The GeForce GT 550M is the newer GPU (2013 vs 2008).