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GeForce GTS 350M
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GeForce GTX 260M
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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 350M is positioned at rank 162 and the GeForce GTX 260M is on rank 134, so the GeForce GTX 260M offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar GeForce GTS 350M
Performance Per Dollar GeForce GTX 260M
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce GTX 260M is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.3% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTS 350M.
| Insight | GeForce GTS 350M | GeForce GTX 260M |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.3%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.3%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi (2010−2014)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / Tesla 2.0 (2007−2013)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce GTX 260M 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 350M and GeForce GTX 260M
GeForce GTS 350M
The GeForce GTS 350M 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: 381 points. Launch price was $129.
GeForce GTX 260M
The GeForce GTX 260M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in June 16 2008. It features the Tesla 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 576 MHz. It has 192 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 182W. Manufactured using 65 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 382 points. Launch price was $449.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce GTS 350M scores 381 and the GeForce GTX 260M reaches 382 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.3% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTS 350M is built on Fermi while the GeForce GTX 260M uses Tesla 2.0, both on 40 nm vs 65 nm. Shader units: 192 (GeForce GTS 350M) vs 192 (GeForce GTX 260M). Raw compute: 0.6013 TFLOPS (GeForce GTS 350M) vs 0.4769 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 260M).
| Feature | GeForce GTS 350M | GeForce GTX 260M |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 381 | 382 |
| Architecture | Fermi | Tesla 2.0 |
| Process Node | 40 nm | 65 nm |
| Shading Units | 192 | 192 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 0.6013 TFLOPS+26% | 0.4769 TFLOPS |
| ROPs | 16 | 28+75% |
| TMUs | 32 | 64+100% |
| L2 Cache | 256 KB+14% | 224 KB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GTS 350M | GeForce GTX 260M |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 2.1 (Compatible) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | FSR 3 (Compatible) |
| 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. L2 Cache: 256 KB (GeForce GTS 350M) vs 224 KB (GeForce GTX 260M) — the GeForce GTS 350M has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce GTS 350M | GeForce GTX 260M |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 1 GB | 1 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | Unknown |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 128-bit |
| L2 Cache | 256 KB+14% | 224 KB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 11.1 (10_1) (GeForce GTS 350M) vs 11.1 (10_0) (GeForce GTX 260M). OpenGL: 2.1 vs 3.3. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 2.
| Feature | GeForce GTS 350M | GeForce GTX 260M |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 11.1 (10_1) | 11.1 (10_0) |
| OpenGL | 2.1 | 3.3+57% |
| Max Displays | 2 | 2 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: PureVideo HD VP4 (GeForce GTS 350M) vs PureVideo HD VP2 (GeForce GTX 260M). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP4 vs PureVideo HD VP2. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-4 ASP (GeForce GTS 350M) vs H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (GeForce GTX 260M).
| Feature | GeForce GTS 350M | GeForce GTX 260M |
|---|---|---|
| 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 350M draws 106W versus the GeForce GTX 260M's 182W — a 52.8% difference. The GeForce GTS 350M is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GTS 350M) vs 350W (GeForce GTX 260M). Power connectors: Legacy vs None. Typical load temperature: 85°C vs 85°C.
| Feature | GeForce GTS 350M | GeForce GTX 260M |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 106W-42% | 182W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | Legacy | None |
| Slots | 0 | 0 |
| Temp (Load) | 85°C | 85°C |
| Perf/Watt | 3.6+71% | 2.1 |
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