GeForce GTX 980 (móvel) vs Radeon RX 580 2048SP

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 980 (móvel) is positioned at rank #48 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Great 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 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%

#58

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

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The Radeon RX 580 2048SP uses modern memory architecture. The Radeon RX 580 2048SP likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GTX 980 (móvel) lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Radeon RX 580 2048SP is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 3.6% higher G3D Mark score and 300% more VRAM (16 GB vs 4 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 980 (móvel).

Insight	GeForce GTX 980 (móvel)	Radeon RX 580 2048SP
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-3.6%)	✅Leading raw performance (+3.6%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / GCN 4.0 (2016−2020))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+300%)
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	—	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The Radeon RX 580 2048SP offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $60 versus $150 for the GeForce GTX 980 (móvel), it costs 60% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 159.1% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce GTX 980 (móvel)	Radeon RX 580 2048SP
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+159.1%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($150)	✅More affordable ($60)

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

Radeon RX 580 2048SP Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 980 (móvel) and Radeon RX 580 2048SP

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.

Radeon RX 580 2048SP

The Radeon RX 580 2048SP is manufactured by AMD. It was released in October 15 2018. It features the GCN 4.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1168 MHz to 1284 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 7,633 points.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 980 (móvel) scores 7,366 and the Radeon RX 580 2048SP reaches 7,633 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 3.6% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 980 (móvel) is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the Radeon RX 580 2048SP uses GCN 4.0, both on 28 nm vs 14 nm. Shader units: 2,048 (GeForce GTX 980 (móvel)) vs 2,048 (Radeon RX 580 2048SP). Raw compute: 4.358 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 980 (móvel)) vs 5.259 TFLOPS (Radeon RX 580 2048SP). Boost clocks: 1216 MHz vs 1284 MHz.

Feature	GeForce GTX 980 (móvel)	Radeon RX 580 2048SP
G3D Mark Score	7,366	7,633+4%
Architecture	Maxwell 2.0	GCN 4.0
Process Node	28 nm	14 nm
Shading Units	2048	2048
Compute (TFLOPS)	4.358 TFLOPS	5.259 TFLOPS+21%
Boost Clock	1216 MHz	1284 MHz+6%
ROPs	64+100%	32
TMUs	128	128
L1 Cache	768 KB+50%	512 KB
L2 Cache	2 MB	2 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 980 (móvel)	Radeon RX 580 2048SP
Upscaling Tech	FSR 2.1 (Compatible)	FSR 2.1
Frame Generation	FSR 3 (Compatible)	FSR 3 (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	AMD Anti-Lag

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce GTX 980 (móvel) comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the Radeon RX 580 2048SP has 16 GB. The Radeon RX 580 2048SP offers 300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 256-bit vs 256-bit.

Feature	GeForce GTX 980 (móvel)	Radeon RX 580 2048SP
VRAM Capacity	4 GB	16 GB+300%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	224 GB/s	224 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 (Radeon RX 580 2048SP). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

Feature	GeForce GTX 980 (móvel)	Radeon RX 580 2048SP
DirectX	12 Ultimate	12
Vulkan	1.3	1.3
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	4	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC (2nd Gen) (GeForce GTX 980 (móvel)) vs VCE 3.4 (Radeon RX 580 2048SP). Decoder: NVDEC (2nd Gen) vs UVD 6.3. Supported codecs: H.264,HEVC,VP9 (GeForce GTX 980 (móvel)) vs H.264,HEVC,VP9 (Radeon RX 580 2048SP).

Feature	GeForce GTX 980 (móvel)	Radeon RX 580 2048SP
Encoder	NVENC (2nd Gen)	VCE 3.4
Decoder	NVDEC (2nd Gen)	UVD 6.3
Codecs	H.264,HEVC,VP9	H.264,HEVC,VP9

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 980 (móvel) draws 100W versus the Radeon RX 580 2048SP's 150W — a 40% difference. The GeForce GTX 980 (móvel) is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GTX 980 (móvel)) vs 450W (Radeon RX 580 2048SP). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs 8-pin. Typical load temperature: 80°C vs 75°C.

Feature	GeForce GTX 980 (móvel)	Radeon RX 580 2048SP
TDP	100W-33%	150W
Recommended PSU	350W-22%	450W
Power Connector	1x 6-pin	8-pin
Length	—	241mm
Slots	—	2
Temp (Load)	80°C	75°C-6%
Perf/Watt	73.7+45%	50.9

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Value Analysis

The Radeon RX 580 2048SP costs 60% less ($90 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 49.1 (GeForce GTX 980 (móvel)) vs 127.2 (Radeon RX 580 2048SP) — the Radeon RX 580 2048SP offers 159.1% better value. The Radeon RX 580 2048SP is the newer GPU (2018 vs 2015).

Feature	GeForce GTX 980 (móvel)	Radeon RX 580 2048SP
MSRP	—	$229
Avg Price (30d)	$150	$60-60%
Performance per Dollar	49.1	127.2+159%
Codename	GM204	Polaris 20
Release	September 21 2015	October 15 2018
Ranking	#314	#334