Radeon HD8530M vs GeForce 9800 GTX
Radeon HD8530M
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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 HD8530M is positioned at rank 215 and the GeForce 9800 GTX is on rank 610, so the Radeon HD8530M offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Radeon HD8530M
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 56.9% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon HD8530M.
| Insight | Radeon HD8530M | GeForce 9800 GTX |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-56.9%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+56.9%) |
| 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 | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | Standard Size (267mm) |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce 9800 GTX 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 HD8530M and GeForce 9800 GTX
Radeon HD8530M
The Radeon HD8530M is manufactured by AMD. It was released in April 24 2012. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 675 MHz. It has 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 40W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 490 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
In G3D Mark, the Radeon HD8530M scores 490 versus the GeForce 9800 GTX's 769 — the GeForce 9800 GTX leads by 56.9%. The Radeon HD8530M is built on GCN 1.0 while the GeForce 9800 GTX uses G9x, both on 28 nm vs 65 nm. Shader units: 640 (Radeon HD8530M) vs 224 (GeForce 9800 GTX).
| Feature | Radeon HD8530M | GeForce 9800 GTX |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 490 | 769+57% |
| Architecture | GCN 1.0 | G9x |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 65 nm |
| Shading Units | 640+186% | 224 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Radeon HD8530M | 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 video memory. Bus width: System vs 64-bit.
| Feature | Radeon HD8530M | GeForce 9800 GTX |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | Shared | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | System | Unknown |
| Bus Width | System | 64-bit |
Power & Dimensions
The Radeon HD8530M draws 40W versus the GeForce 9800 GTX's 150W — a 115.8% difference. The Radeon HD8530M is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon HD8530M) vs 350W (GeForce 9800 GTX). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | Radeon HD8530M | GeForce 9800 GTX |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 40W-73% | 150W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | PCIe-powered |
| Length | — | 267mm |
| Height | — | 111mm |
| Slots | — | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 100°C |
| Perf/Watt | 12.3+141% | 5.1 |
Value Analysis
The Radeon HD8530M is the newer GPU (2012 vs 2008).
| Feature | Radeon HD8530M | GeForce 9800 GTX |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | — | $299 |
| Avg Price (30d) | — | $30 |
| Codename | Heathrow | NB9E-GTX |
| Release | April 24 2012 | July 15 2008 |
| Ranking | #787 | #825 |
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