
GeForce GTX 285M SLI vs Radeon HD 7550M/7650M

GeForce GTX 285M SLI
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Radeon HD 7550M/7650M
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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 285M SLI is positioned at rank 409 and the Radeon HD 7550M/7650M is on rank 218, so the Radeon HD 7550M/7650M 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 285M SLI
Performance Per Dollar Radeon HD 7550M/7650M
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce GTX 285M SLI is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.7% higher G3D Mark score. However, the Radeon HD 7550M/7650M offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 285M SLI | Radeon HD 7550M/7650M |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.7%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.7%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2009 / G9x (2007−2010)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+100%) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce GTX 285M 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 285M SLI and Radeon HD 7550M/7650M

GeForce GTX 285M SLI
The GeForce GTX 285M SLI is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 2 2009. It features the G9x architecture. The core clock speed is 576 MHz. It has 256 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 55 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 734 points.

Radeon HD 7550M/7650M
The Radeon HD 7550M/7650M is manufactured by AMD. It was released in April 24 2012. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 675 MHz. It has 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 40W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 729 points.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce GTX 285M SLI scores 734 and the Radeon HD 7550M/7650M reaches 729 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.7% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 285M SLI is built on G9x while the Radeon HD 7550M/7650M uses GCN 1.0, both on 55 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 256 (GeForce GTX 285M SLI) vs 640 (Radeon HD 7550M/7650M).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 285M SLI | Radeon HD 7550M/7650M |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 734 | 729 |
| Architecture | G9x | GCN 1.0 |
| Process Node | 55 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 256 | 640+150% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GTX 285M SLI | Radeon HD 7550M/7650M |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce GTX 285M SLI comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the Radeon HD 7550M/7650M has 1 GB. The Radeon HD 7550M/7650M offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs System.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 285M SLI | Radeon HD 7550M/7650M |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | 1 GB+100% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | Shared |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | System |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | System |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GTX 285M SLI draws 150W versus the Radeon HD 7550M/7650M's 40W — a 115.8% difference. The Radeon HD 7550M/7650M is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GTX 285M SLI) vs 350W (Radeon HD 7550M/7650M). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 1x 6-pin.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 285M SLI | Radeon HD 7550M/7650M |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 150W | 40W-73% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | 1x 6-pin |
| Slots | 0 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 95°C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 4.9 | 18.2+271% |
Value Analysis
The Radeon HD 7550M/7650M is the newer GPU (2012 vs 2009).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 285M SLI | Radeon HD 7550M/7650M |
|---|---|---|
| Avg Price (30d) | $40 | — |
| Codename | N10E-GTX | Heathrow |
| Release | March 2 2009 | April 24 2012 |
| Ranking | #753 | #787 |
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