GeForce GTX 850M - MODDED
VS
Qualcomm Adreno 690 GPU

GeForce GTX 850M - MODDED vs Qualcomm Adreno 690 GPU

NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 850M - MODDED

2014Core: Up to 936 MHz
VS

Qualcomm Adreno 690 GPU

2018

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 850M - MODDED is positioned at rank 324 and the Qualcomm Adreno 690 GPU is on rank 465, so the GeForce GTX 850M - MODDED offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

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 850M - MODDED

#314
Radeon RX 550X (móvel)
MSRP: $35|Avg: $35
795%
#316
721%
#317
719%
#321
GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50
654%
#322
Radeon RX 6300
MSRP: $60|Avg: $40
649%
#324
GeForce GTX 850M - MODDED
MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A
100%
#326
Iris Pro Graphics P580
MSRP: $150|Avg: $60
99%
#327
Radeon E8870PCIe
MSRP: $250|Avg: $200
99%
#330
Arc Graphics 140T
MSRP: $350|Avg: $300
94%
#331
Radeon 680M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $80
94%
#333
GeForce 730A
MSRP: $60|Avg: $20
93%
#334
GeForce GT 745A
MSRP: $99|Avg: $20
91%
#335
GeForce 710A
MSRP: $35|Avg: $62
91%
#336
90%
#338
GeForce MX230
MSRP: $150|Avg: $150
89%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar Qualcomm Adreno 690 GPU

#455
Radeon RX 550X (móvel)
MSRP: $35|Avg: $35
2026%
#457
1836%
#458
1831%
#462
GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50
1665%
#463
Radeon RX 6300
MSRP: $60|Avg: $40
1654%
#465
Qualcomm Adreno 690 GPU
MSRP: $200|Avg: $100
100%
#466
Radeon HD 8550G + 8570M Dual
MSRP: $100|Avg: $100
99%
#467
99%
#468
Radeon R5 M230
MSRP: $80|Avg: $25
99%
#469
Radeon HD 8650G + 8750M Dual
MSRP: $150|Avg: $30
98%
#470
Radeon R9 M275X / M375
MSRP: $300|Avg: $300
98%
#471
Radeon R9 M370X
MSRP: $300|Avg: $100
98%
#472
Radeon HD 8280
MSRP: $50|Avg: $50
97%
#473
GeForce GTX 850A
MSRP: $150|Avg: $50
95%
#474
95%
#475
Radeon R7 A10-7700K
MSRP: $152|Avg: $118
95%
#476
Mobility Radeon HD 5730
MSRP: $100|Avg: $20
95%
#477
94%
#479
Radeon HD 6990M Crossfire
MSRP: $699|Avg: $150
93%
#480
Radeon R5 M330
MSRP: $120|Avg: $20
93%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The Qualcomm Adreno 690 GPU uses modern memory architecture. The Qualcomm Adreno 690 GPU likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GTX 850M - MODDED lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 850M - MODDED is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.9% 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 Qualcomm Adreno 690 GPU.

InsightGeForce GTX 850M - MODDEDQualcomm Adreno 690 GPU
Performance
Leading raw performance (+1.9%)
Lower raw frame rates (-1.9%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Maxwell (2014−2017))
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / Legacy)
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 850M - MODDED 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 850M - MODDED and Qualcomm Adreno 690 GPU

NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 850M - MODDED

The GeForce GTX 850M - MODDED is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 12 2014. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock speed is Up to 936 MHz. It has 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 45W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,092 points.

Qualcomm Adreno 690 GPU

The Qualcomm Adreno 690 GPU is manufactured by Qualcomm. It was released in December 6 2018. The thermal design power (TDP) is 7W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,072 points.

Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 850M - MODDED scores 1,092 and the Qualcomm Adreno 690 GPU reaches 1,072 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.9% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance.

FeatureGeForce GTX 850M - MODDEDQualcomm Adreno 690 GPU
G3D Mark Score
1,092+2%
1,072
Process Node
28 nm
5 nm

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureGeForce GTX 850M - MODDEDQualcomm Adreno 690 GPU
Upscaling Tech
FSR 2.1 (Compatible)
FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation
FSR 3 (Compatible)
Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction
No
No
Low Latency
Standard
Standard
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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce GTX 850M - MODDED comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the Qualcomm Adreno 690 GPU has 0 MB. The GeForce GTX 850M - MODDED offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs System.

FeatureGeForce GTX 850M - MODDEDQualcomm Adreno 690 GPU
VRAM Capacity
0.5 GB
Shared System RAM
Memory Type
GDDR5
Shared
Memory Bandwidth
Unknown
Unknown
Bus Width
128-bit
System
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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 850M - MODDED draws 45W versus the Qualcomm Adreno 690 GPU's 7W — a 146.2% difference. The Qualcomm Adreno 690 GPU is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GTX 850M - MODDED) vs 1W (Qualcomm Adreno 690 GPU). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs Integrated.

FeatureGeForce GTX 850M - MODDEDQualcomm Adreno 690 GPU
TDP
45W
7W-84%
Recommended PSU
350W
1W-100%
Power Connector
PCIe-powered
Integrated
Perf/Watt
24.3
153.1+530%
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Value Analysis

The Qualcomm Adreno 690 GPU is the newer GPU (2018 vs 2014).

FeatureGeForce GTX 850M - MODDEDQualcomm Adreno 690 GPU
MSRP
$200
Avg Price (30d)
$100
Codename
GM107
Release
March 12 2014
December 6 2018
Ranking
#629
#860