GeForce GT 625 vs GeForce 9800M GT
GeForce GT 625
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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 625 is positioned at rank 195 and the GeForce 9800M GT is on rank 622, so the GeForce GT 625 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 625
Performance Per Dollar GeForce 9800M GT
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce 9800M GT is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.6% higher G3D Mark score. However, the GeForce GT 625 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | GeForce GT 625 | GeForce 9800M GT |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.6%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.6%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi (2010−2014)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / G9x (2007−2010)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+100%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce 9800M GT offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce 9800M GT holds the technical lead. Priced at $5 (vs $15), it costs 67% less, resulting in a 204.8% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce GT 625 | GeForce 9800M GT |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+204.8%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($15) | ✅More affordable ($5) |
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 625 and GeForce 9800M GT
GeForce GT 625
The GeForce GT 625 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 31 2010. It features the Fermi architecture. The core clock speed is 607 MHz. It has 352 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 200W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 375 points. Launch price was $279.
GeForce 9800M GT
The GeForce 9800M GT 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: 381 points.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce GT 625 scores 375 and the GeForce 9800M GT reaches 381 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.6% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GT 625 is built on Fermi while the GeForce 9800M GT uses G9x, both on 40 nm vs 65 nm. Shader units: 352 (GeForce GT 625) vs 224 (GeForce 9800M GT).
| Feature | GeForce GT 625 | GeForce 9800M GT |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 375 | 381+2% |
| Architecture | Fermi | G9x |
| Process Node | 40 nm | 65 nm |
| Shading Units | 352+57% | 224 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GT 625 | GeForce 9800M GT |
|---|---|---|
| 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 625 comes with 1 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce 9800M GT has 512 MB. The GeForce GT 625 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit.
| Feature | GeForce GT 625 | GeForce 9800M GT |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 1 GB+100% | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | Unknown |
| Bus Width | 128-bit+100% | 64-bit |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 (11_0) (GeForce GT 625) vs 10.0 (GeForce 9800M GT). Vulkan: N/A vs None. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 3.3. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 1.
| Feature | GeForce GT 625 | GeForce 9800M GT |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 (11_0)+20% | 10.0 |
| Vulkan | N/A | None |
| OpenGL | 4.6+39% | 3.3 |
| Max Displays | 2+100% | 1 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: None (GeForce GT 625) vs No (GeForce 9800M GT). Decoder: PureVideo HD (VP5) vs PureVideo HD VP3. Supported codecs: H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1 (GeForce GT 625) vs MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1 (GeForce 9800M GT).
| Feature | GeForce GT 625 | GeForce 9800M GT |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | None | No |
| Decoder | PureVideo HD (VP5) | PureVideo HD VP3 |
| Codecs | H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1 | MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GT 625 draws 200W versus the GeForce 9800M GT's 150W — a 28.6% difference. The GeForce 9800M GT is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 250W (GeForce GT 625) vs 350W (GeForce 9800M GT). Power connectors: None vs Legacy. Card length: 168mm vs 0mm, occupying 1 vs 0 slots. Typical load temperature: 70 vs 90°C.
| Feature | GeForce GT 625 | GeForce 9800M GT |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 200W | 150W-25% |
| Recommended PSU | 250W-29% | 350W |
| Power Connector | None | Legacy |
| Length | 168mm | 0mm |
| Height | 69mm | 0mm |
| Slots | 1 | 0-100% |
| Temp (Load) | 70-22% | 90°C |
| Perf/Watt | 1.9 | 2.5+32% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GT 625 launched at $60 MSRP and currently averages $15, while the GeForce 9800M GT launched at $160 and now averages $5. The GeForce 9800M GT costs 66.7% less ($10 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 25.0 (GeForce GT 625) vs 76.2 (GeForce 9800M GT) — the GeForce 9800M GT offers 204.8% better value. The GeForce GT 625 is the newer GPU (2010 vs 2008).
| Feature | GeForce GT 625 | GeForce 9800M GT |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $60-63% | $160 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $15 | $5-67% |
| Performance per Dollar | 25.0 | 76.2+205% |
| Codename | GF100 | NB9E-GTX |
| Release | May 31 2010 | July 15 2008 |
| Ranking | #618 | #825 |
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