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GeForce 9650M GS
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Radeon R5 A6-7480
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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 9650M GS is positioned at rank 680 and the Radeon R5 A6-7480 is on rank 86, so the Radeon R5 A6-7480 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GeForce 9650M GS
Performance Per Dollar Radeon R5 A6-7480
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Radeon R5 A6-7480 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 158.1% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce 9650M GS.
| Insight | GeForce 9650M GS | Radeon R5 A6-7480 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-158.1%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+158.1%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / Kepler (2012−2018)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / GCN 4.0 (2016−2020)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The Radeon R5 A6-7480 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Radeon R5 A6-7480 holds the technical lead. Priced at $20 (vs $30), it costs 33% less, resulting in a 72.1% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce 9650M GS | Radeon R5 A6-7480 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+72.1%) |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($20) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($30) |
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 9650M GS and Radeon R5 A6-7480
GeForce 9650M GS
The GeForce 9650M GS is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 22 2012. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 790 MHz to 835 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 30W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 270 points.
Radeon R5 A6-7480
The Radeon R5 A6-7480 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in June 29 2016. It features the GCN 4.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1120 MHz to 1266 MHz. It has 2304 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 697 points. Launch price was $229.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce 9650M GS scores 270 versus the Radeon R5 A6-7480's 697 — the Radeon R5 A6-7480 leads by 158.1%. The GeForce 9650M GS is built on Kepler while the Radeon R5 A6-7480 uses GCN 4.0, both on 28 nm vs 14 nm. Shader units: 768 (GeForce 9650M GS) vs 2,304 (Radeon R5 A6-7480). Boost clocks: 835 MHz vs 1266 MHz.
| Feature | GeForce 9650M GS | Radeon R5 A6-7480 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 270 | 697+158% |
| Architecture | Kepler | GCN 4.0 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 14 nm |
| Shading Units | 768 | 2304+200% |
| Boost Clock | 835 MHz | 1266 MHz+52% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce 9650M GS | Radeon R5 A6-7480 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | AMD Anti-Lag |
Video Memory (VRAM)
Both cards feature 512 MB of GDDR5. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | GeForce 9650M GS | Radeon R5 A6-7480 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | Unknown |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 128-bit |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce 9650M GS draws 30W versus the Radeon R5 A6-7480's 150W — a 133.3% difference. The GeForce 9650M GS is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce 9650M GS) vs 350W (Radeon R5 A6-7480). Power connectors: Legacy vs None.
| Feature | GeForce 9650M GS | Radeon R5 A6-7480 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 30W-80% | 150W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | Legacy | None |
| Slots | 0 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 85°C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 9.0+96% | 4.6 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce 9650M GS launched at $199 MSRP and currently averages $20, while the Radeon R5 A6-7480 launched at $35 and now averages $30. The GeForce 9650M GS costs 33.3% less ($10 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 13.5 (GeForce 9650M GS) vs 23.2 (Radeon R5 A6-7480) — the Radeon R5 A6-7480 offers 71.9% better value. The Radeon R5 A6-7480 is the newer GPU (2016 vs 2012).
| Feature | GeForce 9650M GS | Radeon R5 A6-7480 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $199 | $35-82% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $20-33% | $30 |
| Performance per Dollar | 13.5 | 23.2+72% |
| Codename | N13E-GE | Ellesmere |
| Release | March 22 2012 | June 29 2016 |
| Ranking | #690 | #305 |
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