GeForce GTX 280M SLI vs Radeon R6

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 GTX 280M SLI is positioned at rank #440 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 GTX 280M SLI

#430

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

1748%

#432

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

1585%

#433

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

1581%

#437

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

1437%

#438

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

1428%

#440

GeForce GTX 280M SLI

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#441

Radeon HD 8550G + 8600M Dual

MSRP: $100|Avg: $100

100%

#443

Radeon R9 M360

MSRP: $300|Avg: $81

98%

#444

Radeon HD 8550G + 7600M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $50

97%

#445

Radeon R9 M365X

MSRP: $250|Avg: $50

95%

#446

GeForce 7800 GS

MSRP: $30|Avg: $30

95%

#447

Radeon HD 8650G + 7670M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

95%

#448

Radeon R9 M265X

MSRP: $200|Avg: $30

94%

#449

Mobility Radeon HD 5165

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

93%

#450

Radeon R5 M435

MSRP: $150|Avg: $30

92%

#451

Radeon E8860

MSRP: $300|Avg: $50

90%

#452

Radeon R7 M380

MSRP: $300|Avg: $300

90%

#453

GeForce 820A

MSRP: $100|Avg: $30

90%

#454

Radeon HD 7650A

MSRP: $100|Avg: $49

90%

#455

Radeon HD 8650G + 8600/8700M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $40

89%

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 Radeon R6 is significantly newer (2019 vs 2009). The Radeon R6 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GTX 280M SLI lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 280M SLI is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.5% higher G3D Mark score and 100+% more VRAM (512 MB vs 0 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon R6.

Insight	GeForce GTX 280M SLI	Radeon R6
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+1.5%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.5%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2009 / G9x (2007−2010))	GCN 4.0 (2016−2020) (14nm)
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	✅ More VRAM (+100+%)	❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	—	—

💎 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.

GeForce GTX 280M SLI Benchmark Check

Radeon R6 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 280M SLI and Radeon R6

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.

Radeon R6

The Radeon R6 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in May 13 2019. It features the GCN 4.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1082 MHz to 1218 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 612 points.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 280M SLI scores 621 and the Radeon R6 reaches 612 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.5% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 280M SLI is built on G9x while the Radeon R6 uses GCN 4.0, both on 55 nm vs 14 nm. Shader units: 256 (GeForce GTX 280M SLI) vs 512 (Radeon R6).

Feature	GeForce GTX 280M SLI	Radeon R6
G3D Mark Score	621+1%	612
Architecture	G9x	GCN 4.0
Process Node	55 nm	14 nm
Shading Units	256	512+100%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 280M SLI	Radeon R6
Upscaling Tech	FSR 2.1 (Compatible)	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	FSR 3 (Compatible)	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	AMD Anti-Lag

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce GTX 280M SLI comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the Radeon R6 has 0 MB. The GeForce GTX 280M SLI offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit.

Feature	GeForce GTX 280M SLI	Radeon R6
VRAM Capacity	0.5 GB	0 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	64-bit

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 11.1 (10_0) (GeForce GTX 280M SLI) vs 12 (12_0) (Radeon R6). OpenGL: 3.3 vs 4.4. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 4.

Feature	GeForce GTX 280M SLI	Radeon R6
DirectX	11.1 (10_0)	12 (12_0)+8%
OpenGL	3.3	4.4+33%
Max Displays	2	4+100%

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: PureVideo HD VP2 (GeForce GTX 280M SLI) vs VCE 2.0 (Radeon R6). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP2 vs UVD 4.2. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (GeForce GTX 280M SLI) vs H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,DivX (Radeon R6).

Feature	GeForce GTX 280M SLI	Radeon R6
Encoder	PureVideo HD VP2	VCE 2.0
Decoder	PureVideo HD VP2	UVD 4.2
Codecs	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,DivX

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 280M SLI draws 150W versus the Radeon R6's 50W — a 100% difference. The Radeon R6 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GTX 280M SLI) vs 350W (Radeon R6). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered. Typical load temperature: 95°C vs 65°C.