Radeon HD 7540D vs GeForce 8800 GS
Radeon HD 7540D
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GeForce 8800 GS
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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 Radeon HD 7540D is positioned at rank 230 and the GeForce 8800 GS is on rank 629, so the Radeon HD 7540D offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Radeon HD 7540D
Performance Per Dollar GeForce 8800 GS
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Radeon HD 7540D is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.3% higher G3D Mark score. However, the GeForce 8800 GS offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | Radeon HD 7540D | GeForce 8800 GS |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.3%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.3%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / G9x (2007−2010)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+50%) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | — | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The Radeon HD 7540D offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Radeon HD 7540D holds the technical lead. Priced at $5 (vs $40), it costs 88% less, resulting in a 702.4% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Radeon HD 7540D | GeForce 8800 GS |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+702.4%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($5) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($40) |
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 7540D and GeForce 8800 GS
Radeon HD 7540D
The Radeon HD 7540D is manufactured by AMD. It was released in January 31 2012. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The boost clock speed is 1250 MHz. It has 1792 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 200W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 331 points. Launch price was $449.
GeForce 8800 GS
The GeForce 8800 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: 330 points.
Graphics Performance
The Radeon HD 7540D scores 331 and the GeForce 8800 GS reaches 330 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.3% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Radeon HD 7540D is built on GCN 1.0 while the GeForce 8800 GS uses G9x, both on 28 nm vs 65 nm. Shader units: 1,792 (Radeon HD 7540D) vs 224 (GeForce 8800 GS).
| Feature | Radeon HD 7540D | GeForce 8800 GS |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 331 | 330 |
| Architecture | GCN 1.0 | G9x |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 65 nm |
| Shading Units | 1792+700% | 224 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Radeon HD 7540D | GeForce 8800 GS |
|---|---|---|
| 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 7540D comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce 8800 GS has 768 MB. The GeForce 8800 GS offers 50% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit.
| Feature | Radeon HD 7540D | GeForce 8800 GS |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | 0.75 GB+50% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | Unknown |
| Bus Width | 128-bit+100% | 64-bit |
Power & Dimensions
The Radeon HD 7540D draws 200W versus the GeForce 8800 GS's 150W — a 28.6% difference. The GeForce 8800 GS is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon HD 7540D) vs 350W (GeForce 8800 GS). Power connectors: None vs Legacy.
| Feature | Radeon HD 7540D | GeForce 8800 GS |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 200W | 150W-25% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | None | Legacy |
| Length | — | 229mm |
| Height | — | 111mm |
| Slots | — | 1 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 85°C |
| Perf/Watt | 1.7 | 2.2+29% |
Value Analysis
The Radeon HD 7540D launched at $67 MSRP and currently averages $5, while the GeForce 8800 GS launched at $150 and now averages $40. The Radeon HD 7540D costs 87.5% less ($35 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 66.2 (Radeon HD 7540D) vs 8.3 (GeForce 8800 GS) — the Radeon HD 7540D offers 697.6% better value. The Radeon HD 7540D is the newer GPU (2012 vs 2008).
| Feature | Radeon HD 7540D | GeForce 8800 GS |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $67-55% | $150 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $5-88% | $40 |
| Performance per Dollar | 66.2+698% | 8.3 |
| Codename | Tahiti | NB9E-GTX |
| Release | January 31 2012 | July 15 2008 |
| Ranking | #454 | #825 |
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