GeForce GTX 285M SLI vs Radeon R7 A8-7650K

GeForce GTX 285M SLI

2009Core: 576 MHz

Radeon R7 A8-7650K

2014Core: 725 MHzBoost: 825 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

GeForce GTX 285M SLI

150

734

0.0%

GeForce 8800 GTS

GeForce 9800 GTX+

GeForce 9800 GTX/9800 GTX+

GeForce GT 555M

GeForce GTX 760 Ti OEM

GeForce GTX 1060 6 GB

GeForce GTX 1070 Ti

GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER

Radeon R7 A8-7650K

757

+3.1%

RADEON HD6410D

Radeon HD 7620G + HD 8670M Dual

Radeon HD 7640G + HD 7700M Dual

Radeon HD 8550G + 8690M Dual

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. The GeForce GTX 285M SLI is positioned at rank #409 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 285M SLI

#399

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

1479%

#401

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

1341%

#402

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

1337%

#406

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

1216%

#407

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

1208%

#409

GeForce GTX 285M SLI

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $40

100%

#410

Radeon R7 M260X

MSRP: $139|Avg: $35

99%

#411

Radeon HD 8570D + HD 6570 Dual

MSRP: $120|Avg: $25

99%

#412

Intel UHD Graphics 615

MSRP: $100|Avg: $50

98%

#413

Radeon R7 A365

MSRP: $109|Avg: $55

98%

#414

Radeon 3015e

MSRP: $49|Avg: $49

98%

#415

Radeon HD 7620G

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

97%

#416

Radeon R9 M390X

MSRP: $550|Avg: $120

96%

#417

Arc 8-Core iGPU

MSRP: $503|Avg: $400

95%

#418

Mobility Radeon HD 4670

MSRP: $67|Avg: $20

94%

#419

Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8570 Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $15

94%

#420

Radeon R9 M385

MSRP: $300|Avg: $60

94%

#421

Radeon R5 235

MSRP: $49|Avg: $49

93%

#422

Radeon R9 M375X

MSRP: $250|Avg: $50

93%

#423

Radeon HD 6620G

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

93%

#424

Radeon R5 310

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

92%

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

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Radeon R7 A8-7650K is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 3.1% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 285M SLI.

Insight	GeForce GTX 285M SLI	Radeon R7 A8-7650K
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-3.1%)	✅Leading raw performance (+3.1%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2009 / G9x (2007−2010))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020))
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 Radeon R7 A8-7650K 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 285M SLI Benchmark Check

Radeon R7 A8-7650K Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 285M SLI and Radeon R7 A8-7650K

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 R7 A8-7650K

The Radeon R7 A8-7650K is manufactured by AMD. It was released in January 9 2014. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 725 MHz to 825 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 30W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 757 points.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 285M SLI scores 734 and the Radeon R7 A8-7650K reaches 757 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 3.1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 285M SLI is built on G9x while the Radeon R7 A8-7650K uses GCN 1.0, both on 55 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 256 (GeForce GTX 285M SLI) vs 384 (Radeon R7 A8-7650K).

Feature	GeForce GTX 285M SLI	Radeon R7 A8-7650K
G3D Mark Score	734	757+3%
Architecture	G9x	GCN 1.0
Process Node	55 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	256	384+50%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 285M SLI	Radeon R7 A8-7650K
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)

Both cards feature 512 MB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit.

Feature	GeForce GTX 285M SLI	Radeon R7 A8-7650K
VRAM Capacity	0.5 GB	0.5 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	Unknown	Unknown
Bus Width	64-bit	128-bit+100%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 11.1 (10_0) (GeForce GTX 285M SLI) vs 12 (12_0) (Radeon R7 A8-7650K). OpenGL: 3.3 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 4.

Feature	GeForce GTX 285M SLI	Radeon R7 A8-7650K
DirectX	11.1 (10_0)	12 (12_0)+8%
OpenGL	3.3	4.6+39%
Max Displays	2	4+100%

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: PureVideo HD VP2 (GeForce GTX 285M SLI) vs VCE 2.0 (Radeon R7 A8-7650K). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP2 vs UVD 4.0. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (GeForce GTX 285M SLI) vs H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1,MPEG-4 (Radeon R7 A8-7650K).

Feature	GeForce GTX 285M SLI	Radeon R7 A8-7650K
Encoder	PureVideo HD VP2	VCE 2.0
Decoder	PureVideo HD VP2	UVD 4.0
Codecs	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2	H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1,MPEG-4

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 285M SLI draws 150W versus the Radeon R7 A8-7650K's 30W — a 133.3% difference. The Radeon R7 A8-7650K is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GTX 285M SLI) vs 350W (Radeon R7 A8-7650K). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered. Typical load temperature: 95°C vs 70.

Feature	GeForce GTX 285M SLI	Radeon R7 A8-7650K
TDP	150W	30W-80%
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	PCIe-powered
Length	—	0mm
Height	—	0mm
Slots	0	0
Temp (Load)	95°C	70-26%
Perf/Watt	4.9	25.2+414%

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Value Analysis

The Radeon R7 A8-7650K costs 100+% less ($40 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 18.4 (GeForce GTX 285M SLI) vs Infinity (Radeon R7 A8-7650K) — the Radeon R7 A8-7650K offers Infinity% better value. The Radeon R7 A8-7650K is the newer GPU (2014 vs 2009).