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GeForce GTX 260M SLI
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GeForce 910M
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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 GTX 260M SLI is positioned at rank 343 and the GeForce 910M is on rank 185, so the GeForce 910M offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar GeForce GTX 260M SLI
Performance Per Dollar GeForce 910M
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The GeForce 910M is significantly newer (2015 vs 2009). The GeForce 910M likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GTX 260M SLI lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce 910M is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 260M SLI.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 260M SLI | GeForce 910M |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+2%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2009 / G9x (2007−2010)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell (2014−2017)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce 910M 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 GTX 260M SLI and GeForce 910M
GeForce GTX 260M SLI
The GeForce GTX 260M SLI is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 2 2009. It features the G9x architecture. The core clock speed is 550 MHz. It has 224 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 55 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 588 points.
GeForce 910M
The GeForce 910M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 13 2015. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 1072 MHz to 1176 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 33W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 600 points.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce GTX 260M SLI scores 588 and the GeForce 910M reaches 600 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 260M SLI is built on G9x while the GeForce 910M uses Maxwell, both on 55 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 224 (GeForce GTX 260M SLI) vs 384 (GeForce 910M).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 260M SLI | GeForce 910M |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 588 | 600+2% |
| Architecture | G9x | Maxwell |
| Process Node | 55 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 224 | 384+71% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GTX 260M SLI | GeForce 910M |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 2.1 (Compatible) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | FSR 3 (Compatible) | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
Both cards feature 512 MB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 260M SLI | GeForce 910M |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | Unknown |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 128-bit+100% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 11.1 (10_0) (GeForce GTX 260M SLI) vs 12 (11_0) (GeForce 910M). OpenGL: 3.3 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 2.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 260M SLI | GeForce 910M |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 11.1 (10_0) | 12 (11_0)+8% |
| OpenGL | 3.3 | 4.6+39% |
| Max Displays | 2 | 2 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: PureVideo HD VP2 (GeForce GTX 260M SLI) vs None (GeForce 910M). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP2 vs PureVideo VP5. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (GeForce GTX 260M SLI) vs H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1 (GeForce 910M).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 260M SLI | GeForce 910M |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | PureVideo HD VP2 | None |
| Decoder | PureVideo HD VP2 | PureVideo VP5 |
| Codecs | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 | H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GTX 260M SLI draws 150W versus the GeForce 910M's 33W — a 127.9% difference. The GeForce 910M is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GTX 260M SLI) vs 350W (GeForce 910M). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs Legacy. Typical load temperature: 90°C vs 75°C.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 260M SLI | GeForce 910M |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 150W | 33W-78% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | Legacy |
| Slots | 0-100% | 1 |
| Temp (Load) | 90°C | 75°C-17% |
| Perf/Watt | 3.9 | 18.2+367% |
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