Radeon HD 8450G + HD 8600M Dual vs GeForce 8800 GT

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 8450G + HD 8600M Dual is positioned at rank 585 and the GeForce 8800 GT is on rank 656, so the Radeon HD 8450G + HD 8600M Dual offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Radeon HD 8450G + HD 8600M Dual

#575

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

3607%

#577

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

3270%

#578

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

3261%

#582

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

2965%

#583

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

2945%

#585

Radeon HD 8450G + HD 8600M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $35

100%

#586

Radeon R7 M440

MSRP: $300|Avg: $300

100%

#588

Mobility Radeon HD 4350

MSRP: $50|Avg: $15

98%

#589

GeForce 405

MSRP: $40|Avg: $5

98%

#590

Mobility Radeon HD 5650

MSRP: $150|Avg: $30

98%

#591

Mobility Radeon HD 3670

MSRP: $79|Avg: $15

98%

#592

GeForce 510

MSRP: $99|Avg: $15

97%

#593

Mobility Radeon HD 3650

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

95%

#594

GeForce 9300M G

MSRP: $30|Avg: $30

94%

#596

GeForce 9800 GT

MSRP: $160|Avg: $20

93%

#598

GeForce 9100M G

MSRP: $30|Avg: $10

92%

#599

GeForce 210

MSRP: $50|Avg: $5

92%

#600

Mobility Radeon X1900

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

92%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar GeForce 8800 GT

#646

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

5901%

#648

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

5349%

#649

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

5335%

#653

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

4851%

#654

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

4818%

#656

GeForce 8800 GT

MSRP: $249|Avg: $25

100%

#657

GeForce 8400

MSRP: $45|Avg: $5

98%

#658

GeForce 9800M GTS

MSRP: $200|Avg: $15

97%

#659

Radeon HD 7520G + HD 7600M Dual

MSRP: $250|Avg: $50

97%

#660

GeForce 8600 GS

MSRP: $100|Avg: $15

97%

#661

Radeon HD 2900 GT

MSRP: $170|Avg: $15

93%

#662

Radeon HD 8280E

MSRP: $150|Avg: $110

93%

#663

Radeon R5 M420

MSRP: $300|Avg: $300

91%

#664

Mobility Radeon HD 2600

MSRP: $100|Avg: $30

91%

#665

Radeon HD 8550G + 8690M Dual

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

90%

#666

Radeon HD 2900 XT

MSRP: $399|Avg: $20

90%

#667

Mobility Radeon 4100

MSRP: $49|Avg: $49

90%

#668

GeForce 9700M GT

MSRP: $200|Avg: $40

89%

#669

GeForce 9300 SE

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

89%

#670

Mobility Radeon X2500

MSRP: $50|Avg: $15

89%

#671

Radeon HD 7520G + 8750M Dual

MSRP: $250|Avg: $57

82%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce 8800 GT is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.1% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (1 GB vs 512 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon HD 8450G + HD 8600M Dual.

Insight	Radeon HD 8450G + HD 8600M Dual	GeForce 8800 GT
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.1%)	✅Leading raw performance (+1.1%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Legacy)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / G9x (2007−2010))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+100%)
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	—	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce 8800 GT offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce 8800 GT holds the technical lead. Priced at $25 (vs $35), it costs 29% less, resulting in a 41.5% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Radeon HD 8450G + HD 8600M Dual	GeForce 8800 GT
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+41.5%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($35)	✅More affordable ($25)

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.

Radeon HD 8450G + HD 8600M Dual Benchmark Check

GeForce 8800 GT Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Radeon HD 8450G + HD 8600M Dual and GeForce 8800 GT

Radeon HD 8450G + HD 8600M Dual

The Radeon HD 8450G + HD 8600M Dual is manufactured by AMD. It was released in August 1 2013. The core clock speed is 720 / 775 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 452 points.

GeForce 8800 GT

The GeForce 8800 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: 457 points.

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Graphics Performance

The Radeon HD 8450G + HD 8600M Dual scores 452 and the GeForce 8800 GT reaches 457 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. Shader units: 768 (Radeon HD 8450G + HD 8600M Dual) vs 224 (GeForce 8800 GT).

Feature	Radeon HD 8450G + HD 8600M Dual	GeForce 8800 GT
G3D Mark Score	452	457+1%
Process Node	28 nm	65 nm
Shading Units	768+243%	224

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Radeon HD 8450G + HD 8600M Dual	GeForce 8800 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

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Radeon HD 8450G + HD 8600M Dual comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce 8800 GT has 1 GB. The GeForce 8800 GT offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit.

Feature	Radeon HD 8450G + HD 8600M Dual	GeForce 8800 GT
VRAM Capacity	0.5 GB	1 GB+100%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	Unknown	Unknown
Bus Width	128-bit+100%	64-bit

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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon HD 8450G + HD 8600M Dual draws 50W versus the GeForce 8800 GT's 150W — a 100% difference. The Radeon HD 8450G + HD 8600M Dual is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon HD 8450G + HD 8600M Dual) vs 350W (GeForce 8800 GT). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs Legacy.

Feature	Radeon HD 8450G + HD 8600M Dual	GeForce 8800 GT
TDP	50W-67%	150W
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	1x 6-pin	Legacy
Length	—	229mm
Height	—	111mm
Slots	—	1
Temp (Load)	—	85°C
Perf/Watt	9.0+200%	3.0

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Value Analysis

The Radeon HD 8450G + HD 8600M Dual launched at $150 MSRP and currently averages $35, while the GeForce 8800 GT launched at $249 and now averages $25. The GeForce 8800 GT costs 28.6% less ($10 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 12.9 (Radeon HD 8450G + HD 8600M Dual) vs 18.3 (GeForce 8800 GT) — the GeForce 8800 GT offers 41.9% better value. The Radeon HD 8450G + HD 8600M Dual is the newer GPU (2013 vs 2008).