NVS 310 vs GeForce 9600 GS

NVS 310

2015Core: 902 MHzBoost: 1033 MHz

GeForce 9600 GS

2008Core: 500 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

NVS 310

275

0.0%

GeForce RTX 2060 with Max-Q Design

GeForce GTX 1070 Ti

GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU

GeForce 9600 GS

150

282

+2.5%

GeForce RTX 2060 with Max-Q Design

GeForce GTX 1070 Ti

GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop 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 NVS 310 is positioned at rank #305 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 NVS 310

#116

Radeon Pro SSG

MSRP: $6999|Avg: $1500

91%

#290

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

8539%

#305

NVS 310

MSRP: $159|Avg: $10

100%

#306

GRID M60-2Q

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150

100%

#308

FirePro 3D V3750

MSRP: $199|Avg: $25

99%

#309

NVS 810

MSRP: $700|Avg: $80

98%

#310

GRID P40-2Q

MSRP: $5699|Avg: $340

97%

#311

Quadro 2000D

MSRP: $599|Avg: $40

95%

#312

FirePro 3D V8800

MSRP: $1499|Avg: $30

94%

#313

Quadro K5000

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $60

92%

#314

Quadro 2000

MSRP: $599|Avg: $25

91%

#315

FirePro S7150

MSRP: $2399|Avg: $459

91%

#317

FirePro W9000

MSRP: $3999|Avg: $150

89%

#318

GRID M60-4Q

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $120

88%

#319

FirePro V8800

MSRP: $1499|Avg: $100

88%

#320

Quadro K6000

MSRP: $5265|Avg: $300

88%

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 NVS 310 is significantly newer (2015 vs 2008). The NVS 310 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce 9600 GS lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce 9600 GS is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.5% higher G3D Mark score and 50% more VRAM (768 MB vs 512 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the NVS 310.

Insight	NVS 310	GeForce 9600 GS
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.5%)	✅Leading raw performance (+2.5%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell (2014−2017))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / G9x (2007−2010))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+50%)
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce 9600 GS 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.

NVS 310 Benchmark Check

GeForce 9600 GS Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of NVS 310 and GeForce 9600 GS

NVS 310

The NVS 310 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in November 4 2015. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 902 MHz to 1033 MHz. It has 512 ×2 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 68W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 275 points.

GeForce 9600 GS

The GeForce 9600 GS is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in July 15 2008. It features the G9x architecture. The core clock speed is 500 MHz. It has 224 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 65 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 282 points.

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Graphics Performance

The NVS 310 scores 275 and the GeForce 9600 GS reaches 282 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.5% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The NVS 310 is built on Maxwell while the GeForce 9600 GS uses G9x, both on 28 nm vs 65 nm. Shader units: 512 (NVS 310) vs 224 (GeForce 9600 GS).

Feature	NVS 310	GeForce 9600 GS
G3D Mark Score	275	282+3%
Architecture	Maxwell	G9x
Process Node	28 nm	65 nm
Shading Units	512 ×2+129%	224

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	NVS 310	GeForce 9600 GS
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The NVS 310 comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce 9600 GS has 768 MB. The GeForce 9600 GS offers 50% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit.

Feature	NVS 310	GeForce 9600 GS
VRAM Capacity	0.5 GB	0.75 GB+50%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	64-bit

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (11_0) (NVS 310) vs 11.1 (10_0) (GeForce 9600 GS). OpenGL: 4.6 vs 3.3. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 2.

Feature	NVS 310	GeForce 9600 GS
DirectX	12 (11_0)+8%	11.1 (10_0)
OpenGL	4.6+39%	3.3
Max Displays	2	2

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: Fermi NVENC (NVS 310) vs None (GeForce 9600 GS). Decoder: VP4 vs VP2. Supported codecs: H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1 (NVS 310) vs H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1 (GeForce 9600 GS).

Feature	NVS 310	GeForce 9600 GS
Encoder	Fermi NVENC	None
Decoder	VP4	VP2
Codecs	H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1	H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1

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Power & Dimensions

The NVS 310 draws 68W versus the GeForce 9600 GS's 150W — a 75.2% difference. The NVS 310 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (NVS 310) vs 350W (GeForce 9600 GS). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs Legacy. Card length: 145mm vs 229mm, occupying 1 vs 1 slots. Typical load temperature: 75°C vs 90.

Feature	NVS 310	GeForce 9600 GS
TDP	68W-55%	150W
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	Legacy
Length	145mm	229mm
Height	69mm	111mm
Slots	1	1
Temp (Load)	75°C-17%	90
Perf/Watt	4.0+111%	1.9

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Value Analysis

The NVS 310 launched at $159 MSRP and currently averages $10, while the GeForce 9600 GS launched at $0 and now averages $0. The GeForce 9600 GS costs 100+% less ($10 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 27.5 (NVS 310) vs Infinity (GeForce 9600 GS) — the GeForce 9600 GS offers Infinity% better value. The NVS 310 is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2008).