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Radeon HD 8250
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GeForce 9500 GS
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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 8250 is positioned at rank 250 and the GeForce 9500 GS is on rank 644, so the Radeon HD 8250 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 8250
Performance Per Dollar GeForce 9500 GS
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce 9500 GS is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.9% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon HD 8250.
| Insight | Radeon HD 8250 | GeForce 9500 GS |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.9%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.9%) |
| 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 (+0%) |
| Efficiency | Normal Efficiency | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | — | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce 9500 GS offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce 9500 GS holds the technical lead. Priced at $10 (vs $50), it costs 80% less, resulting in a 409.4% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Radeon HD 8250 | GeForce 9500 GS |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+409.4%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($50) | ✅More affordable ($10) |
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.
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Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Radeon HD 8250 and GeForce 9500 GS
Radeon HD 8250
The Radeon HD 8250 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in March 5 2012. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The boost clock speed is 1000 MHz. It has 1024 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 130W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 212 points. Launch price was $249.
GeForce 9500 GS
The GeForce 9500 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: 216 points.
Graphics Performance
The Radeon HD 8250 scores 212 and the GeForce 9500 GS reaches 216 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.9% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Radeon HD 8250 is built on GCN 1.0 while the GeForce 9500 GS uses G9x, both on 28 nm vs 65 nm. Shader units: 1,024 (Radeon HD 8250) vs 224 (GeForce 9500 GS).
| Feature | Radeon HD 8250 | GeForce 9500 GS |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 212 | 216+2% |
| Architecture | GCN 1.0 | G9x |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 65 nm |
| Shading Units | 1024+357% | 224 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Radeon HD 8250 | GeForce 9500 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)
Both cards feature 512 MB of GDDR5. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit.
| Feature | Radeon HD 8250 | GeForce 9500 GS |
|---|---|---|
| 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 8250 draws 130W versus the GeForce 9500 GS's 150W — a 14.3% difference. The Radeon HD 8250 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon HD 8250) vs 350W (GeForce 9500 GS). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs Legacy.
| Feature | Radeon HD 8250 | GeForce 9500 GS |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 130W-13% | 150W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | 1x 6-pin | Legacy |
| Length | — | 168mm |
| Height | — | 111mm |
| Slots | — | 1 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 80 |
| Perf/Watt | 1.6+14% | 1.4 |
Value Analysis
The Radeon HD 8250 launched at $50 MSRP and currently averages $50, while the GeForce 9500 GS launched at $110 and now averages $10. The GeForce 9500 GS costs 80% less ($40 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 4.2 (Radeon HD 8250) vs 21.6 (GeForce 9500 GS) — the GeForce 9500 GS offers 414.3% better value. The Radeon HD 8250 is the newer GPU (2012 vs 2008).
| Feature | Radeon HD 8250 | GeForce 9500 GS |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $50-55% | $110 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $50 | $10-80% |
| Performance per Dollar | 4.2 | 21.6+414% |
| Codename | Pitcairn | NB9E-GTX |
| Release | March 5 2012 | July 15 2008 |
| Ranking | #503 | #825 |
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