GeForce GTX 880M SLI
VS
Radeon HD 7800-serie

GeForce GTX 880M SLI vs Radeon HD 7800-serie

NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 880M SLI

2014Core: 954 MHz
VS
AMD

Radeon HD 7800-serie

2012Core: 1000 MHz

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. The GeForce GTX 880M SLI is positioned at rank #202 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 880M SLI

#192
Radeon RX 550X (móvel)
MSRP: $35|Avg: $35
398%
#194
361%
#195
360%
#199
GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50
327%
#200
Radeon RX 6300
MSRP: $60|Avg: $40
325%
#202
GeForce GTX 880M SLI
MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A
100%
#203
GeForce GT 730M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $45
99%
#206
Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870
MSRP: $150|Avg: $150
96%
#208
Radeon RX Vega M GL
MSRP: $150|Avg: $150
95%
#212
GeForce GTX 780M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $60
94%
#216
Radeon 8040S
MSRP: $400|Avg: $400
89%
#217
Radeon R7 +8G
MSRP: $49|Avg: $20
89%
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 GeForce GTX 880M SLI is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.5% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon HD 7800-serie.

InsightGeForce GTX 880M SLIRadeon HD 7800-serie
Performance
Leading raw performance (+1.5%)
Lower raw frame rates (-1.5%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / 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
Normal Efficiency
Normal Efficiency
Case Fit

💎 Value Proposition

While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce GTX 880M 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 880M SLI and Radeon HD 7800-serie

NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 880M SLI

The GeForce GTX 880M SLI is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 12 2014. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 954 MHz. It has 3072 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 206W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,091 points.

AMD

Radeon HD 7800-serie

The Radeon HD 7800-serie is manufactured by AMD. It was released in March 5 2012. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 1000 MHz. It has 1280 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 200W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,029 points. Launch price was $349.

Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 880M SLI scores 4,091 and the Radeon HD 7800-serie reaches 4,029 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.5% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 880M SLI is built on Kepler while the Radeon HD 7800-serie uses GCN 1.0, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 3,072 (GeForce GTX 880M SLI) vs 1,280 (Radeon HD 7800-serie).

FeatureGeForce GTX 880M SLIRadeon HD 7800-serie
G3D Mark Score
4,091+2%
4,029
Architecture
Kepler
GCN 1.0
Process Node
28 nm
28 nm
Shading Units
3072+140%
1280

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureGeForce GTX 880M SLIRadeon HD 7800-serie
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 2 GB of GDDR5. Memory bandwidth: 160 GB/s (GeForce GTX 880M SLI) vs 153.6 GB/s (Radeon HD 7800-serie) — a 4.2% advantage for the GeForce GTX 880M SLI. Bus width: 256-bit vs 256-bit.

FeatureGeForce GTX 880M SLIRadeon HD 7800-serie
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
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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 880M SLI draws 206W versus the Radeon HD 7800-serie's 200W — a 3% difference. The Radeon HD 7800-serie is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GTX 880M SLI) vs 500W (Radeon HD 7800-serie). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 2x 6-pin.

FeatureGeForce GTX 880M SLIRadeon HD 7800-serie
TDP
206W
200W-3%
Recommended PSU
350W-30%
500W
Power Connector
PCIe-powered
2x 6-pin
Perf/Watt
19.9
20.1+1%
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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 880M SLI is the newer GPU (2014 vs 2012).

FeatureGeForce GTX 880M SLIRadeon HD 7800-serie
MSRP
$349
Avg Price (30d)
$60
Codename
N15E-GX-A2
Pitcairn
Release
March 12 2014
March 5 2012
Ranking
#310
#460