GeForce GTS 250M vs GeForce GTS 240
GeForce GTS 250M
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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 GTS 250M is positioned at rank 84 and the GeForce GTS 240 is on rank 192, so the GeForce GTS 250M offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar GeForce GTS 250M
Performance Per Dollar GeForce GTS 240
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce GTS 250M is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTS 240.
| Insight | GeForce GTS 250M | GeForce GTS 240 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+1%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi (2010−2014)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi (2010−2014)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | Normal Efficiency | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | — | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce GTS 250M 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 GTS 250M and GeForce GTS 240
GeForce GTS 250M
The GeForce GTS 250M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in September 13 2010. It features the Fermi architecture. The core clock speed is 783 MHz. It has 192 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 106W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 520 points. Launch price was $129.
GeForce GTS 240
The GeForce GTS 240 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in September 13 2010. It features the Fermi architecture. The core clock speed is 783 MHz. It has 192 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 106W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 515 points. Launch price was $129.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce GTS 250M scores 520 and the GeForce GTS 240 reaches 515 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTS 250M is built on Fermi while the GeForce GTS 240 uses Fermi, both on a 40 nm process. Shader units: 192 (GeForce GTS 250M) vs 192 (GeForce GTS 240). Raw compute: 0.6013 TFLOPS (GeForce GTS 250M) vs 0.6013 TFLOPS (GeForce GTS 240).
| Feature | GeForce GTS 250M | GeForce GTS 240 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 520 | 515 |
| Architecture | Fermi | Fermi |
| Process Node | 40 nm | 40 nm |
| Shading Units | 192 | 192 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 0.6013 TFLOPS | 0.6013 TFLOPS |
| ROPs | 16 | 16 |
| TMUs | 32 | 32 |
| L1 Cache | 256 KB | 256 KB |
| L2 Cache | 256 KB | 256 KB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GTS 250M | GeForce GTS 240 |
|---|---|---|
| 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)
Both cards feature 1 GB of GDDR5. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | GeForce GTS 250M | GeForce GTS 240 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 1 GB | 1 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | Unknown |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 128-bit |
| L2 Cache | 256 KB | 256 KB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 11.1 (10_1) (GeForce GTS 250M) vs 11.1 (10_0) (GeForce GTS 240). OpenGL: 2.1 vs 3.2. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 2.
| Feature | GeForce GTS 250M | GeForce GTS 240 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 11.1 (10_1) | 11.1 (10_0) |
| OpenGL | 2.1 | 3.2+52% |
| Max Displays | 2 | 2 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: PureVideo HD VP4 (GeForce GTS 250M) vs PureVideo HD VP2 (GeForce GTS 240). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP4 vs PureVideo HD VP2. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-4 ASP (GeForce GTS 250M) vs H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (GeForce GTS 240).
| Feature | GeForce GTS 250M | GeForce GTS 240 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | PureVideo HD VP4 | PureVideo HD VP2 |
| Decoder | PureVideo HD VP4 | PureVideo HD VP2 |
| Codecs | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-4 ASP | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GTS 250M draws 106W versus the GeForce GTS 240's 106W — a 0% difference. The GeForce GTS 240 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GTS 250M) vs 350W (GeForce GTS 240). Power connectors: Legacy vs 1x 6-pin. Typical load temperature: 85°C vs 85°C.
| Feature | GeForce GTS 250M | GeForce GTS 240 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 106W | 106W |
| Recommended PSU | 300W-14% | 350W |
| Power Connector | Legacy | 1x 6-pin |
| Length | — | 229mm |
| Height | — | 111mm |
| Slots | 0-100% | 1 |
| Temp (Load) | 85°C | 85°C |
| Perf/Watt | 4.9 | 4.9 |
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