GeForce GTX 980M vs GeForce GTX 980 (móvel)
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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 980M is positioned at rank 53 and the GeForce GTX 980 (móvel) is on rank 48, so the GeForce GTX 980 (móvel) 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 980M
Performance Per Dollar GeForce GTX 980 (móvel)
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 980M | GeForce GTX 980 (móvel) |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.2%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.2%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / 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 980M | GeForce GTX 980 (móvel) |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+87.2%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($80) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($150) |
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 980M and GeForce GTX 980 (móvel)
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.
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.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce GTX 980M scores 7,353 and the GeForce GTX 980 (móvel) reaches 7,366 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 980M is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the GeForce GTX 980 (móvel) uses Maxwell 2.0, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 1,536 (GeForce GTX 980M) vs 2,048 (GeForce GTX 980 (móvel)). Raw compute: 1.659 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 980M) vs 4.358 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 980 (móvel)). Boost clocks: 1127 MHz vs 1216 MHz.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 980M | GeForce GTX 980 (móvel) |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 7,353 | 7,366 |
| Architecture | Maxwell 2.0 | Maxwell 2.0 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 1536 | 2048+33% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 1.659 TFLOPS | 4.358 TFLOPS+163% |
| Boost Clock | 1127 MHz | 1216 MHz+8% |
| ROPs | 64 | 64 |
| TMUs | 96 | 128+33% |
| L1 Cache | 576 KB | 768 KB+33% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB | 2 MB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GTX 980M | GeForce GTX 980 (móvel) |
|---|---|---|
| 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)
Both cards feature 4 GB of GDDR5. Memory bandwidth: 160 GB/s (GeForce GTX 980M) vs 224 GB/s (GeForce GTX 980 (móvel)) — a 40% advantage for the GeForce GTX 980 (móvel). Bus width: 256-bit vs 256-bit.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 980M | GeForce GTX 980 (móvel) |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 160 GB/s | 224 GB/s+40% |
| Bus Width | 256-bit | 256-bit |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB | 2 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12.1 (GeForce GTX 980M) vs 12 Ultimate (GeForce GTX 980 (móvel)). Vulkan: 1.1 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.5 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 980M | GeForce GTX 980 (móvel) |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12.1 | 12 Ultimate |
| Vulkan | 1.1 | 1.3+18% |
| OpenGL | 4.5 | 4.6+2% |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC 2.0 (GeForce GTX 980M) vs NVENC (2nd Gen) (GeForce GTX 980 (móvel)). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP6 vs NVDEC (2nd Gen). Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264 (GeForce GTX 980M) vs H.264,HEVC,VP9 (GeForce GTX 980 (móvel)).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 980M | GeForce GTX 980 (móvel) |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 2.0 | NVENC (2nd Gen) |
| Decoder | PureVideo HD VP6 | NVDEC (2nd Gen) |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,H.264 | H.264,HEVC,VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GTX 980M draws 100W versus the GeForce GTX 980 (móvel)'s 100W — a 0% difference. The GeForce GTX 980 (móvel) is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GTX 980M) vs 350W (GeForce GTX 980 (móvel)). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs 1x 6-pin.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 980M | GeForce GTX 980 (móvel) |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 73.5 | 73.7 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GTX 980M costs 46.7% less ($70 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 91.9 (GeForce GTX 980M) vs 49.1 (GeForce GTX 980 (móvel)) — the GeForce GTX 980M offers 87.2% better value. The GeForce GTX 980 (móvel) is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2014).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 980M | GeForce GTX 980 (móvel) |
|---|---|---|
| Avg Price (30d) | $80-47% | $150 |
| Performance per Dollar | 91.9+87% | 49.1 |
| Codename | GM204 | GM204 |
| Release | October 7 2014 | September 21 2015 |
| Ranking | #344 | #314 |
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