GeForce GT625M vs GeForce RTX 2060

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. The GeForce GT625M is positioned at rank #195 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

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 GT625M

#185

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

386%

#187

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

350%

#188

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

349%

#192

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

317%

#193

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

315%

#195

GeForce GT625M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $45

100%

#197

Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS

MSRP: $250|Avg: $250

100%

#203

GeForce GT 730M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $45

96%

#206

Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

93%

#208

Radeon RX Vega M GL

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

93%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The GeForce RTX 2060 is significantly newer (2019 vs 2012). The GeForce RTX 2060 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GT625M lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce RTX 2060 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 3244.5% higher G3D Mark score and 1100% more VRAM (6 GB vs 512 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GT625M.

Insight	GeForce GT625M	GeForce RTX 2060
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-3244.5%)	✅Leading raw performance (+3244.5%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / Kepler (2012−2018))	Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	🎮 High Capacity (6 GB)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	—	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce RTX 2060 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $120 (vs $45), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 1154.2% better value per dollar than the GeForce GT625M.

Insight	GeForce GT625M	GeForce RTX 2060
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+1154.2%)
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($45)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($120)

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 GT625M Benchmark Check

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GT625M and GeForce RTX 2060

GeForce GT625M

The GeForce GT625M 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: 422 points.

GeForce RTX 2060

The GeForce RTX 2060 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 7 2019. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 1365 MHz to 1680 MHz. It has 1920 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 160W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. It features 30 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 14,114 points. Launch price was $349.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce GT625M scores 422 versus the GeForce RTX 2060's 14,114 — the GeForce RTX 2060 leads by 3244.5%. The GeForce GT625M is built on Kepler while the GeForce RTX 2060 uses Turing, both on 28 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 384 (GeForce GT625M) vs 1,920 (GeForce RTX 2060). Raw compute: 0.7296 TFLOPS (GeForce GT625M) vs 6.451 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 2060). Boost clocks: 950 MHz vs 1680 MHz.

Feature	GeForce GT625M	GeForce RTX 2060
G3D Mark Score	422	14,114+3245%
Architecture	Kepler	Turing
Process Node	28 nm	12 nm
Shading Units	384	1920+400%
Compute (TFLOPS)	0.7296 TFLOPS	6.451 TFLOPS+784%
Boost Clock	950 MHz	1680 MHz+77%
ROPs	16	48+200%
TMUs	32	120+275%
L1 Cache	0.03 MB	1.9 MB+6233%
L2 Cache	0.25 MB	3 MB+1100%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GT625M	GeForce RTX 2060
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	DLSS 2.0
Frame Generation	Not Supported	FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	NVIDIA Reflex

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce GT625M comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 2060 has 6 GB. The GeForce RTX 2060 offers 1100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 0.25 MB (GeForce GT625M) vs 3 MB (GeForce RTX 2060) — the GeForce RTX 2060 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce GT625M	GeForce RTX 2060
VRAM Capacity	0.5 GB	6 GB+1100%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR6
Memory Bandwidth	Unknown	336 GB/s
Bus Width	128-bit	192-bit+50%
L2 Cache	0.25 MB	3 MB+1100%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (11_0) (GeForce GT625M) vs 12 Ultimate (12_2) (GeForce RTX 2060). OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 4.

Feature	GeForce GT625M	GeForce RTX 2060
DirectX	12 (11_0)	12 Ultimate (12_2)
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	2	4+100%

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: No NVENC (Fermi) (GeForce GT625M) vs NVENC (Turing) (GeForce RTX 2060). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP4 vs NVDEC (Turing). Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (GeForce GT625M) vs H.264,H.265,VP9,VP8,MPEG-2,VC-1 (GeForce RTX 2060).

Feature	GeForce GT625M	GeForce RTX 2060
Encoder	No NVENC (Fermi)	NVENC (Turing)
Decoder	PureVideo HD VP4	NVDEC (Turing)
Codecs	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2	H.264,H.265,VP9,VP8,MPEG-2,VC-1

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GT625M draws 45W versus the GeForce RTX 2060's 160W — a 112.2% difference. The GeForce GT625M is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GT625M) vs 500W (GeForce RTX 2060). Power connectors: Legacy vs 8-pin. Typical load temperature: 75°C vs 72.

Feature	GeForce GT625M	GeForce RTX 2060
TDP	45W-72%	160W
Recommended PSU	350W-30%	500W
Power Connector	Legacy	8-pin
Length	—	229mm
Height	—	113mm
Slots	0-100%	2
Temp (Load)	75°C	72-4%
Perf/Watt	9.4	88.2+838%

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GT625M costs 62.5% less ($75 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 9.4 (GeForce GT625M) vs 117.6 (GeForce RTX 2060) — the GeForce RTX 2060 offers 1151.1% better value. The GeForce RTX 2060 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2012).