GeForce GTX 280M SLI vs GeForce GT 710
GeForce GTX 280M SLI
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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 GTX 280M SLI is positioned at rank 440 and the GeForce GT 710 is on rank 87, so the GeForce GT 710 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GeForce GTX 280M SLI
Performance Per Dollar GeForce GT 710
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce GTX 280M SLI is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.3% higher G3D Mark score. However, the GeForce GT 710 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 280M SLI | GeForce GT 710 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.3%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.3%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2009 / G9x (2007−2010)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Kepler (2012−2018)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+300%) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | — | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce GTX 280M SLI 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 280M SLI and GeForce GT 710
GeForce GTX 280M SLI
The GeForce GTX 280M SLI is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 2 2009. It features the G9x architecture. The core clock speed is 585 MHz. It has 256 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 55 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 621 points.
GeForce GT 710
The GeForce GT 710 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 29 2014. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 993 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 64W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 619 points. Launch price was $89.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce GTX 280M SLI scores 621 and the GeForce GT 710 reaches 619 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.3% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 280M SLI is built on G9x while the GeForce GT 710 uses Kepler, both on 55 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 256 (GeForce GTX 280M SLI) vs 384 (GeForce GT 710).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 280M SLI | GeForce GT 710 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 621 | 619 |
| Architecture | G9x | Kepler |
| Process Node | 55 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 256 | 384+50% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GTX 280M SLI | GeForce GT 710 |
|---|---|---|
| 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)
The GeForce GTX 280M SLI comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce GT 710 has 2 GB. The GeForce GT 710 offers 300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 280M SLI | GeForce GT 710 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | 2 GB+300% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | Unknown |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 11.1 (10_0) (GeForce GTX 280M SLI) vs 11.0 (GeForce GT 710). OpenGL: 3.3 vs 4.5. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 3.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 280M SLI | GeForce GT 710 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 11.1 (10_0) | 11.0 |
| OpenGL | 3.3 | 4.5+36% |
| Max Displays | 2 | 3+50% |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: PureVideo HD VP2 (GeForce GTX 280M SLI) vs NVENC 1.0 (GeForce GT 710). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP2 vs PureVideo HD VP5. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (GeForce GTX 280M SLI) vs MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1,MPEG-4 ASP (GeForce GT 710).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 280M SLI | GeForce GT 710 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | PureVideo HD VP2 | NVENC 1.0 |
| Decoder | PureVideo HD VP2 | PureVideo HD VP5 |
| Codecs | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 | MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1,MPEG-4 ASP |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GTX 280M SLI draws 150W versus the GeForce GT 710's 64W — a 80.4% difference. The GeForce GT 710 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GTX 280M SLI) vs 300W (GeForce GT 710). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs None. Typical load temperature: 95°C vs 55°C.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 280M SLI | GeForce GT 710 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 150W | 64W-57% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 300W-14% |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | None |
| Length | — | 145mm |
| Height | — | 69mm |
| Slots | 0-100% | 1 |
| Temp (Load) | 95°C | 55°C-42% |
| Perf/Watt | 4.1 | 9.7+137% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GT 710 is the newer GPU (2014 vs 2009).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 280M SLI | GeForce GT 710 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | — | $35 |
| Avg Price (30d) | — | $50 |
| Codename | N10E-GTX | GK107 |
| Release | March 2 2009 | May 29 2014 |
| Ranking | #793 | #777 |
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