GeForce GT 630M vs GeForce 9800M GS

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 630M is positioned at rank 147 and the GeForce 9800M GS is on rank 608, so the GeForce GT 630M 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 630M

#39

Radeon RX 7700S

MSRP: $449|Avg: $350

100%

#42

Radeon RX 6600S

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

94%

#137

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

313%

#139

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

283%

#140

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

283%

#144

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

257%

#145

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

255%

#147

GeForce GT 630M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $35

100%

#150

Tiger Lake-U Xe Graphics G7

MSRP: $100|Avg: $50

98%

#157

GeForce 830M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $30

96%

#158

GeForce GT 750M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

96%

#159

GeForce GT 425M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $25

96%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar GeForce 9800M GS

#598

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

4192%

#600

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

3800%

#601

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

3790%

#605

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

3446%

#606

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

3423%

#608

GeForce 9800M GS

MSRP: $200|Avg: $50

100%

#609

Radeon R7 M270

MSRP: $300|Avg: $300

100%

#610

GeForce 9800 GTX

MSRP: $299|Avg: $30

99%

#611

Seria Mobility Radeon HD 3400

MSRP: $49|Avg: $10

98%

#612

Mobility Radeon HD 5850

MSRP: $299|Avg: $30

98%

#614

GeForce 205

MSRP: $50|Avg: $15

97%

#615

GeForce 9600 GSO

MSRP: $129|Avg: $25

97%

#616

GeForce 9400

MSRP: $59|Avg: $15

96%

#617

GeForce 9800 GTX/9800 GTX+

MSRP: $229|Avg: $40

96%

#618

GeForce 7350 LE

MSRP: $30|Avg: $10

95%

#620

Mobility Radeon HD 3850

MSRP: $150|Avg: $15

94%

#621

Mobility Radeon HD 4870

MSRP: $299|Avg: $20

93%

#622

GeForce 9800M GT

MSRP: $160|Avg: $5

92%

#623

Radeon HD 7600G + HD 7400M Dual

MSRP: $140|Avg: $35

91%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GT 630M is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.8% higher G3D Mark score and 300% more VRAM (2 GB vs 512 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce 9800M GS.

Insight	GeForce GT 630M	GeForce 9800M GS
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+0.8%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.8%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / Kepler (2012−2018))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / G9x (2007−2010))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	✅ More VRAM (+300%)	❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	—	—

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GT 630M offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GT 630M holds the technical lead. Priced at $35 (vs $50), it costs 30% less, resulting in a 44% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce GT 630M	GeForce 9800M GS
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+44%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($35)	⚠️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 630M Benchmark Check

GeForce 9800M GS Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GT 630M and GeForce 9800M GS

GeForce GT 630M

The GeForce GT 630M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 22 2012. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from Up to 900 MHz to 950 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 45W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 521 points.

GeForce 9800M GS

The GeForce 9800M 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: 517 points.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce GT 630M scores 521 and the GeForce 9800M GS reaches 517 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.8% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GT 630M is built on Kepler while the GeForce 9800M GS uses G9x, both on 28 nm vs 65 nm. Shader units: 384 (GeForce GT 630M) vs 224 (GeForce 9800M GS).

Feature	GeForce GT 630M	GeForce 9800M GS
G3D Mark Score	521	517
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 630M	GeForce 9800M 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

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce GT 630M comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce 9800M GS has 512 MB. The GeForce GT 630M offers 300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit.

Feature	GeForce GT 630M	GeForce 9800M GS
VRAM Capacity	2 GB+300%	0.5 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 630M) vs 11.1 (10_0) (GeForce 9800M GS). OpenGL: 4.0 vs 3.3. Maximum simultaneous displays: 1 vs 2.

Feature	GeForce GT 630M	GeForce 9800M GS
DirectX	11.0	11.1 (10_0)
OpenGL	4.0+21%	3.3
Max Displays	1	2+100%

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Media & Encoding

Decoder: PureVideo HD VP4 vs PureVideo HD (VP3). Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1,MPEG-4 ASP (GeForce GT 630M) vs H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1 (GeForce 9800M GS).

Feature	GeForce GT 630M	GeForce 9800M GS
Encoder	No	—
Decoder	PureVideo HD VP4	PureVideo HD (VP3)
Codecs	MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1,MPEG-4 ASP	H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GT 630M draws 45W versus the GeForce 9800M GS's 150W — a 107.7% difference. The GeForce GT 630M is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GT 630M) vs 350W (GeForce 9800M GS). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs Legacy. Typical load temperature: 75°C vs 85°C.

Feature	GeForce GT 630M	GeForce 9800M GS
TDP	45W-70%	150W
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	Legacy
Length	0mm	—
Height	0mm	—
Slots	0	0
Temp (Load)	75°C-12%	85°C
Perf/Watt	11.6+241%	3.4

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GT 630M costs 30% less ($15 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 14.9 (GeForce GT 630M) vs 10.3 (GeForce 9800M GS) — the GeForce GT 630M offers 44.7% better value. The GeForce GT 630M is the newer GPU (2012 vs 2008).