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Radeon HD 7310M
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GeForce 8600M GT
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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. The Radeon HD 7310M is positioned at rank #283 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Radeon HD 7310M
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Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Radeon HD 7310M is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.2% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (512 MB vs 256 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce 8600M GT.
| Insight | Radeon HD 7310M | GeForce 8600M GT |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.2%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.2%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / G9x (2007−2010)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+100%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the Radeon HD 7310M 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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Radeon HD 7310M and GeForce 8600M GT
Radeon HD 7310M
The Radeon HD 7310M is manufactured by AMD. It was released in May 1 2013. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 800 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 47W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 166 points. Launch price was $59.
GeForce 8600M GT
The GeForce 8600M GT 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: 164 points.
Graphics Performance
The Radeon HD 7310M scores 166 and the GeForce 8600M GT reaches 164 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Radeon HD 7310M is built on GCN 1.0 while the GeForce 8600M GT uses G9x, both on 28 nm vs 65 nm. Shader units: 384 (Radeon HD 7310M) vs 224 (GeForce 8600M GT).
| Feature | Radeon HD 7310M | GeForce 8600M GT |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 166+1% | 164 |
| Architecture | GCN 1.0 | G9x |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 65 nm |
| Shading Units | 384+71% | 224 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Radeon HD 7310M | GeForce 8600M GT |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | AMD Anti-Lag | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Radeon HD 7310M comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce 8600M GT has 256 MB. The Radeon HD 7310M offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: System vs 64-bit.
| Feature | Radeon HD 7310M | GeForce 8600M GT |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB+100% | 0.25 GB |
| Memory Type | Shared | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | System | Unknown |
| Bus Width | System | 64-bit |
Power & Dimensions
The Radeon HD 7310M draws 47W versus the GeForce 8600M GT's 150W — a 104.6% difference. The Radeon HD 7310M is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon HD 7310M) vs 350W (GeForce 8600M GT). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs Legacy.
| Feature | Radeon HD 7310M | GeForce 8600M GT |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 47W-69% | 150W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | 1x 6-pin | Legacy |
| Slots | — | 0 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 85°C |
| Perf/Watt | 3.5+218% | 1.1 |
Value Analysis
The Radeon HD 7310M is the newer GPU (2013 vs 2008).
| Feature | Radeon HD 7310M | GeForce 8600M GT |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | — | $0 |
| Avg Price (30d) | — | $0 |
| Codename | Cape Verde | NB9E-GTX |
| Release | May 1 2013 | July 15 2008 |
| Ranking | #841 | #825 |
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