GeForce GTX 780M SLI vs Radeon HD 7850
GeForce GTX 780M SLI
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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 780M SLI is positioned at rank #209 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GeForce GTX 780M SLI
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Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Radeon HD 7850 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.9% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 780M SLI.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 780M SLI | Radeon HD 7850 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.9%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.9%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / 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 | — | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the Radeon HD 7850 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 780M SLI and Radeon HD 7850
GeForce GTX 780M SLI
The GeForce GTX 780M SLI is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 30 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 823 MHz. It has 3072 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 200W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,864 points.
Radeon HD 7850
The Radeon HD 7850 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in March 5 2012. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The boost clock speed is 1000 MHz. It has 1024 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 130W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,897 points. Launch price was $249.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce GTX 780M SLI scores 3,864 and the Radeon HD 7850 reaches 3,897 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.9% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 780M SLI is built on Kepler while the Radeon HD 7850 uses GCN 1.0, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 3,072 (GeForce GTX 780M SLI) vs 1,024 (Radeon HD 7850).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 780M SLI | Radeon HD 7850 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 3,864 | 3,897 |
| Architecture | Kepler | GCN 1.0 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 3072+200% | 1024 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GTX 780M SLI | Radeon HD 7850 |
|---|---|---|
| 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)
Both cards feature 2 GB of GDDR5. Memory bandwidth: 160 GB/s (GeForce GTX 780M SLI) vs 153.6 GB/s (Radeon HD 7850) — a 4.2% advantage for the GeForce GTX 780M SLI. Bus width: 256-bit vs 256-bit.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 780M SLI | Radeon HD 7850 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | 2 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 160 GB/s+4% | 153.6 GB/s |
| Bus Width | 256-bit | 256-bit |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GTX 780M SLI draws 200W versus the Radeon HD 7850's 130W — a 42.4% difference. The Radeon HD 7850 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GTX 780M SLI) vs 500W (Radeon HD 7850). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs 1x 6-pin.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 780M SLI | Radeon HD 7850 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 200W | 130W-35% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W-30% | 500W |
| Power Connector | 1x 6-pin | 1x 6-pin |
| Length | — | 210mm |
| Slots | — | 2 |
| Perf/Watt | 19.3 | 30.0+55% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GTX 780M SLI is the newer GPU (2013 vs 2012).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 780M SLI | Radeon HD 7850 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | — | $249 |
| Avg Price (30d) | — | $50 |
| Codename | N14E-GTX | Pitcairn |
| Release | May 30 2013 | March 5 2012 |
| Ranking | #340 | #503 |
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