GeForce GTX 980 (móvel) vs GeForce GTX 980M

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 980 (móvel) is positioned at rank 48 and the GeForce GTX 980M is on rank 53, so the GeForce GTX 980 (móvel) 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 980 (móvel)

#16

Radeon RX 7600S

MSRP: $269|Avg: $250

98%

#38

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

184%

#40

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

167%

#41

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

167%

#45

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

151%

#46

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

150%

#48

GeForce GTX 980 (móvel)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

100%

#49

GeForce 610M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $20

99%

#50

GeForce GTX 1650 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $75

99%

#53

GeForce GTX 980M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $80

96%

#54

GeForce GTX 770M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $40

94%

#57

GeForce 770M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $40

92%

#62

Radeon 820M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $25

91%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar GeForce GTX 980M

#19

Radeon RX 5600

MSRP: $229|Avg: $150

91%

#43

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

192%

#45

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

174%

#46

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

174%

#50

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

158%

#51

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

157%

#53

GeForce GTX 980M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $80

100%

#54

GeForce GTX 770M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $40

98%

#58

GeForce 770M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $40

96%

#62

Radeon 820M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $25

95%

#65

GeForce GTX 1650 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

93%

#66

GeForce GTX 1050 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

93%

#68

GeForce GTX 850M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $40

90%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 980 (móvel) is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.2% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 980M.

Insight	GeForce GTX 980 (móvel)	GeForce GTX 980M
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+0.2%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.2%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency	Normal Efficiency	Normal Efficiency
Case Fit	—	—

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 980M offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 980M holds the technical lead. Priced at $80 (vs $150), it costs 47% less, resulting in a 87.2% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce GTX 980 (móvel)	GeForce GTX 980M
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+87.2%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($150)	✅More affordable ($80)

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.

GeForce GTX 980 (móvel) Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 980M Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 980 (móvel) and GeForce GTX 980M

GeForce GTX 980 (móvel)

The GeForce GTX 980 (móvel) is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in September 21 2015. It features the Maxwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1064 MHz to 1216 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 100W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 7,366 points. Launch price was $395.82.

GeForce GTX 980M

The GeForce GTX 980M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in October 7 2014. It features the Maxwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1038 MHz to 1127 MHz. It has 1536 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 100W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 7,353 points.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 980 (móvel) scores 7,366 and the GeForce GTX 980M reaches 7,353 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 980 (móvel) is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the GeForce GTX 980M uses Maxwell 2.0, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 2,048 (GeForce GTX 980 (móvel)) vs 1,536 (GeForce GTX 980M). Raw compute: 4.358 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 980 (móvel)) vs 1.659 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 980M). Boost clocks: 1216 MHz vs 1127 MHz.

Feature	GeForce GTX 980 (móvel)	GeForce GTX 980M
G3D Mark Score	7,366	7,353
Architecture	Maxwell 2.0	Maxwell 2.0
Process Node	28 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	2048+33%	1536
Compute (TFLOPS)	4.358 TFLOPS+163%	1.659 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	1216 MHz+8%	1127 MHz
ROPs	64	64
TMUs	128+33%	96
L1 Cache	768 KB+33%	576 KB
L2 Cache	2 MB	2 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 980 (móvel)	GeForce GTX 980M
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

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Video Memory (VRAM)

Both cards feature 4 GB of GDDR5. Memory bandwidth: 224 GB/s (GeForce GTX 980 (móvel)) vs 160 GB/s (GeForce GTX 980M) — a 40% advantage for the GeForce GTX 980 (móvel). Bus width: 256-bit vs 256-bit.

Feature	GeForce GTX 980 (móvel)	GeForce GTX 980M
VRAM Capacity	4 GB	4 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	224 GB/s+40%	160 GB/s
Bus Width	256-bit	256-bit
L2 Cache	2 MB	2 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GeForce GTX 980 (móvel)) vs 12.1 (GeForce GTX 980M). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.1. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.5. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

Feature	GeForce GTX 980 (móvel)	GeForce GTX 980M
DirectX	12 Ultimate	12.1
Vulkan	1.3+18%	1.1
OpenGL	4.6+2%	4.5
Max Displays	4	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC (2nd Gen) (GeForce GTX 980 (móvel)) vs NVENC 2.0 (GeForce GTX 980M). Decoder: NVDEC (2nd Gen) vs PureVideo HD VP6. Supported codecs: H.264,HEVC,VP9 (GeForce GTX 980 (móvel)) vs MPEG-2,H.264 (GeForce GTX 980M).

Feature	GeForce GTX 980 (móvel)	GeForce GTX 980M
Encoder	NVENC (2nd Gen)	NVENC 2.0
Decoder	NVDEC (2nd Gen)	PureVideo HD VP6
Codecs	H.264,HEVC,VP9	MPEG-2,H.264

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 980 (móvel) draws 100W versus the GeForce GTX 980M's 100W — a 0% difference. The GeForce GTX 980M is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GTX 980 (móvel)) vs 350W (GeForce GTX 980M). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs 1x 6-pin.

Feature	GeForce GTX 980 (móvel)	GeForce GTX 980M
TDP	100W	100W
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	1x 6-pin	1x 6-pin
Length	—	0mm
Height	—	0mm
Slots	—	0
Temp (Load)	80°C	—
Perf/Watt	73.7	73.5

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 980M costs 46.7% less ($70 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 49.1 (GeForce GTX 980 (móvel)) vs 91.9 (GeForce GTX 980M) — the GeForce GTX 980M offers 87.2% better value. The GeForce GTX 980 (móvel) is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2014).