Radeon HD 7660G + HD 8500M Dual vs GeForce 9800 GTX
Radeon HD 7660G + HD 8500M Dual
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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 Radeon HD 7660G + HD 8500M Dual is positioned at rank 477 and the GeForce 9800 GTX is on rank 610, so the Radeon HD 7660G + HD 8500M Dual 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 7660G + HD 8500M Dual
Performance Per Dollar GeForce 9800 GTX
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce 9800 GTX is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.5% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon HD 7660G + HD 8500M Dual.
| Insight | Radeon HD 7660G + HD 8500M Dual | GeForce 9800 GTX |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.5%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.5%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Legacy) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / G9x (2007−2010)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | Standard Size (267mm) |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce 9800 GTX offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce 9800 GTX holds the technical lead. Priced at $30 (vs $30), it costs 0% less, resulting in a 1.5% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Radeon HD 7660G + HD 8500M Dual | GeForce 9800 GTX |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+1.5%) |
| Upfront Cost | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
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 7660G + HD 8500M Dual and GeForce 9800 GTX
Radeon HD 7660G + HD 8500M Dual
The Radeon HD 7660G + HD 8500M Dual is manufactured by AMD. It was released in August 1 2013. The core clock speed is 720 / 825 MHz. It has 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 758 points.
GeForce 9800 GTX
The GeForce 9800 GTX 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: 769 points.
Graphics Performance
The Radeon HD 7660G + HD 8500M Dual scores 758 and the GeForce 9800 GTX reaches 769 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.5% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. Shader units: 640 (Radeon HD 7660G + HD 8500M Dual) vs 224 (GeForce 9800 GTX).
| Feature | Radeon HD 7660G + HD 8500M Dual | GeForce 9800 GTX |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 758 | 769+1% |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 65 nm |
| Shading Units | 640+186% | 224 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Radeon HD 7660G + HD 8500M Dual | GeForce 9800 GTX |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 2.1 (Compatible) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | FSR 3 (Compatible) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | AMD Anti-Lag | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
Both cards feature 512 MB of GDDR5. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit.
| Feature | Radeon HD 7660G + HD 8500M Dual | GeForce 9800 GTX |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | Unknown |
| Bus Width | 128-bit+100% | 64-bit |
Power & Dimensions
The Radeon HD 7660G + HD 8500M Dual draws 50W versus the GeForce 9800 GTX's 150W — a 100% difference. The Radeon HD 7660G + HD 8500M Dual is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon HD 7660G + HD 8500M Dual) vs 350W (GeForce 9800 GTX). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | Radeon HD 7660G + HD 8500M Dual | GeForce 9800 GTX |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 50W-67% | 150W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | 1x 6-pin | PCIe-powered |
| Length | — | 267mm |
| Height | — | 111mm |
| Slots | — | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 100°C |
| Perf/Watt | 15.2+198% | 5.1 |
Value Analysis
The Radeon HD 7660G + HD 8500M Dual launched at $150 MSRP and currently averages $30, while the GeForce 9800 GTX launched at $299 and now averages $30. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 25.3 (Radeon HD 7660G + HD 8500M Dual) vs 25.6 (GeForce 9800 GTX) — the GeForce 9800 GTX offers 1.2% better value. The Radeon HD 7660G + HD 8500M Dual is the newer GPU (2013 vs 2008).
| Feature | Radeon HD 7660G + HD 8500M Dual | GeForce 9800 GTX |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $150-50% | $299 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $30 | $30 |
| Performance per Dollar | 25.3 | 25.6+1% |
| Codename | — | NB9E-GTX |
| Release | August 1 2013 | July 15 2008 |
| Ranking | #863 | #825 |
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