GeForce GTX 480M SLI vs Radeon R9 M385
GeForce GTX 480M 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 480M SLI is positioned at rank 365 and the Radeon R9 M385 is on rank 420, so the GeForce GTX 480M SLI 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 480M SLI
Performance Per Dollar Radeon R9 M385
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Radeon R9 M385 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.5% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (4 GB vs 2 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 480M SLI.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 480M SLI | Radeon R9 M385 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.5%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.5%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi (2010−2014)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / GCN 2.0 (2013−2017)) |
| 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 Radeon R9 M385 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 480M SLI and Radeon R9 M385
GeForce GTX 480M SLI
The GeForce GTX 480M SLI is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 25 2010. It features the Fermi architecture. The core clock speed is 425 MHz. It has 704 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 100W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,050 points.
Radeon R9 M385
The Radeon R9 M385 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in May 5 2015. It features the GCN 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 900 MHz to 1100 MHz. It has 896 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,061 points.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce GTX 480M SLI scores 2,050 and the Radeon R9 M385 reaches 2,061 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.5% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 480M SLI is built on Fermi while the Radeon R9 M385 uses GCN 2.0, both on 40 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 704 (GeForce GTX 480M SLI) vs 896 (Radeon R9 M385).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 480M SLI | Radeon R9 M385 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 2,050 | 2,061 |
| Architecture | Fermi | GCN 2.0 |
| Process Node | 40 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 704 | 896+27% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GTX 480M SLI | Radeon R9 M385 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 480M SLI comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the Radeon R9 M385 has 4 GB. The Radeon R9 M385 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 480M SLI | Radeon R9 M385 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | 4 GB+100% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | 96 GB/s |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 128-bit |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GTX 480M SLI draws 100W versus the Radeon R9 M385's 75W — a 28.6% difference. The Radeon R9 M385 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GTX 480M SLI) vs 350W (Radeon R9 M385). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs Mobile.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 480M SLI | Radeon R9 M385 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 100W | 75W-25% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | 1x 6-pin | Mobile |
| Slots | 0 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 97°C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 20.5 | 27.5+34% |
Value Analysis
The Radeon R9 M385 is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2010).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 480M SLI | Radeon R9 M385 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | — | $300 |
| Avg Price (30d) | — | $60 |
| Codename | N11E-GTX-A3 | Strato |
| Release | May 25 2010 | May 5 2015 |
| Ranking | #637 | #674 |
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