GeForce GT 720M vs GeForce 9800 GT
GeForce GT 720M
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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 720M is positioned at rank 189 and the GeForce 9800 GT is on rank 596, so the GeForce GT 720M 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 720M
Performance Per Dollar GeForce 9800 GT
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce 9800 GT is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2% higher G3D Mark score. However, the GeForce GT 720M offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | GeForce GT 720M | GeForce 9800 GT |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+2%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018)) | 🛑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 |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce 9800 GT 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 GT 720M and GeForce 9800 GT
GeForce GT 720M
The GeForce GT 720M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 9 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 941 MHz to 967 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 440 points.
GeForce 9800 GT
The GeForce 9800 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: 449 points.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce GT 720M scores 440 and the GeForce 9800 GT reaches 449 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GT 720M is built on Kepler while the GeForce 9800 GT uses G9x, both on 28 nm vs 65 nm. Shader units: 384 (GeForce GT 720M) vs 224 (GeForce 9800 GT).
| Feature | GeForce GT 720M | GeForce 9800 GT |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 440 | 449+2% |
| Architecture | Kepler | G9x |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 65 nm |
| Shading Units | 384+71% | 224 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GT 720M | GeForce 9800 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 720M comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce 9800 GT has 1 GB. The GeForce GT 720M offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit.
| Feature | GeForce GT 720M | GeForce 9800 GT |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB+100% | 1 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | Unknown |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 (11_0) (GeForce GT 720M) vs 11.1 (FL10_0) (GeForce 9800 GT). OpenGL: 4.6 vs 3.3. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 2.
| Feature | GeForce GT 720M | GeForce 9800 GT |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 (11_0)+8% | 11.1 (FL10_0) |
| OpenGL | 4.6+39% | 3.3 |
| Max Displays | 2 | 2 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: None (GeForce GT 720M) vs VP3 (GeForce 9800 GT). Decoder: PureVideo HD (VP5) vs VP3. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (GeForce GT 720M) vs H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (GeForce 9800 GT).
| Feature | GeForce GT 720M | GeForce 9800 GT |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | None | VP3 |
| Decoder | PureVideo HD (VP5) | VP3 |
| Codecs | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GT 720M draws 50W versus the GeForce 9800 GT's 150W — a 100% difference. The GeForce GT 720M is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GT 720M) vs 350W (GeForce 9800 GT). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs Legacy. Card length: 0mm vs 229mm, occupying 0 vs 1 slots. Typical load temperature: 75 vs 85°C.
| Feature | GeForce GT 720M | GeForce 9800 GT |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 50W-67% | 150W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | Legacy |
| Length | 0mm | 229mm |
| Height | 0mm | — |
| Slots | 0-100% | 1 |
| Temp (Load) | 75-12% | 85°C |
| Perf/Watt | 8.8+193% | 3.0 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GT 720M is the newer GPU (2013 vs 2008).
| Feature | GeForce GT 720M | GeForce 9800 GT |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | — | $160 |
| Avg Price (30d) | — | $20 |
| Codename | GK107 | NB9E-GTX |
| Release | January 9 2013 | July 15 2008 |
| Ranking | #792 | #825 |
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