GeForce GTX 965M vs GeForce GTX 780M 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 965M is positioned at rank 39 and the GeForce GTX 780M SLI is on rank 209, so the GeForce GTX 965M 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 965M
Performance Per Dollar GeForce GTX 780M SLI
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce GTX 780M SLI is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.1% higher G3D Mark score. However, the GeForce GTX 965M offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 965M | GeForce GTX 780M SLI |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.1%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.1%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+100%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce GTX 780M 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 965M and GeForce GTX 780M SLI
GeForce GTX 965M
The GeForce GTX 965M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in 2016. It features the Maxwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 944 MHz to 1150 MHz. It has 1024 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,860 points.
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.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce GTX 965M scores 3,860 and the GeForce GTX 780M SLI reaches 3,864 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 965M is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the GeForce GTX 780M SLI uses Kepler, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 1,024 (GeForce GTX 965M) vs 3,072 (GeForce GTX 780M SLI).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 965M | GeForce GTX 780M SLI |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 3,860 | 3,864 |
| Architecture | Maxwell 2.0 | Kepler |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 1024 | 3072+200% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GTX 965M | GeForce GTX 780M SLI |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 2.1 (Compatible) | FSR 2.1 (Compatible) |
| Frame Generation | FSR 3 (Compatible) | FSR 3 (Compatible) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce GTX 965M comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 780M SLI has 2 GB. The GeForce GTX 965M offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 80 GB/s (GeForce GTX 965M) vs 160 GB/s (GeForce GTX 780M SLI) — a 100% advantage for the GeForce GTX 780M SLI. Bus width: 128-bit vs 256-bit.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 965M | GeForce GTX 780M SLI |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB+100% | 2 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 80 GB/s | 160 GB/s+100% |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 256-bit+100% |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GTX 965M draws 50W versus the GeForce GTX 780M SLI's 200W — a 120% difference. The GeForce GTX 965M is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GTX 965M) vs 350W (GeForce GTX 780M SLI). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs 1x 6-pin.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 965M | GeForce GTX 780M SLI |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 50W-75% | 200W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | 1x 6-pin | 1x 6-pin |
| Length | 0mm | — |
| Height | 0mm | — |
| Slots | 0 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 80°C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 77.2+300% | 19.3 |
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