Radeon R6 M255DX vs GeForce 9800 GX2

Radeon R6 M255DX

2014

GeForce 9800 GX2

2008Core: 500 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

Radeon R6 M255DX

605

0.0%

Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8470 Dual

Mobility Radeon HD 4650

613

+1.3%

GeForce GTX 1060 6 GB

GeForce GTX 1070 Ti

GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER

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.

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

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar GeForce 9800 GX2

#681

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

10644%

#683

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

9649%

#684

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

9624%

#688

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

8751%

#689

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

8691%

#691

GeForce 9800 GX2

MSRP: $599|Avg: $75

100%

#692

GeForce 7900 GS

MSRP: $259|Avg: $50

99%

#693

MOBILITY RADEON X600

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

98%

#694

Mobility Radeon HD 4250

MSRP: $100|Avg: $15

96%

#695

Mobility Radeon X2300 HD

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

96%

#696

Mobility Radeon X2300

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

96%

#697

Mobility Radeon HD 2600 XT

MSRP: $199|Avg: $12

94%

#698

GeForce 8600 GTS

MSRP: $199|Avg: $35

91%

#699

GeForce 8800 GTX

MSRP: $599|Avg: $50

91%

#700

GeForce 8800 GTS

MSRP: $449|Avg: $50

89%

#701

Mobility Radeon HD 3450

MSRP: $100|Avg: $15

89%

#702

GeForce 7650 GS

MSRP: $150|Avg: $15

87%

#703

GeForce 8600M GS

MSRP: $100|Avg: $20

87%

#704

Mobility Radeon X1400

MSRP: $49|Avg: $49

86%

#705

GeForce 8600 GT

MSRP: $159|Avg: $15

86%

#706

GeForce 7900 GT

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

84%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The Radeon R6 M255DX is significantly newer (2014 vs 2008). The Radeon R6 M255DX likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce 9800 GX2 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce 9800 GX2 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.3% higher G3D Mark score. However, the Radeon R6 M255DX offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.

Insight	Radeon R6 M255DX	GeForce 9800 GX2
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.3%)	✅Leading raw performance (+1.3%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / GCN (2012−2015))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / G9x (2007−2010))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	✅ More VRAM (+24900%)	❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	Standard Size (267mm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Radeon R6 M255DX offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Radeon R6 M255DX holds the technical lead. Priced at $10 (vs $75), it costs 87% less, resulting in a 640.2% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Radeon R6 M255DX	GeForce 9800 GX2
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+640.2%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($10)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($75)

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 R6 M255DX Benchmark Check

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Radeon R6 M255DX and GeForce 9800 GX2

Radeon R6 M255DX

The Radeon R6 M255DX is manufactured by AMD. It was released in June 4 2014. It features the GCN architecture. It has 896 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 30W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 605 points.

GeForce 9800 GX2

The GeForce 9800 GX2 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: 613 points.

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Graphics Performance

The Radeon R6 M255DX scores 605 and the GeForce 9800 GX2 reaches 613 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.3% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Radeon R6 M255DX is built on GCN while the GeForce 9800 GX2 uses G9x, both on 28 nm vs 65 nm. Shader units: 896 (Radeon R6 M255DX) vs 224 (GeForce 9800 GX2).

Feature	Radeon R6 M255DX	GeForce 9800 GX2
G3D Mark Score	605	613+1%
Architecture	GCN	G9x
Process Node	28 nm	65 nm
Shading Units	896+300%	224

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Radeon R6 M255DX	GeForce 9800 GX2
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 R6 M255DX comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce 9800 GX2 has 2 MB. The Radeon R6 M255DX offers 24900% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit.

Feature	Radeon R6 M255DX	GeForce 9800 GX2
VRAM Capacity	0.5 GB+24900%	0.002 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	64-bit

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12_0 (Radeon R6 M255DX) vs 10.0 (GeForce 9800 GX2). Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 3.

Feature	Radeon R6 M255DX	GeForce 9800 GX2
DirectX	12_0+20%	10.0
Max Displays	0	3

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: VCE 2.0 (Radeon R6 M255DX) vs No (GeForce 9800 GX2). Decoder: UVD 4.2 vs PureVideo HD VP2.

Feature	Radeon R6 M255DX	GeForce 9800 GX2
Encoder	VCE 2.0	No
Decoder	UVD 4.2	PureVideo HD VP2
Codecs	—	MPEG-2,H.264

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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon R6 M255DX draws 30W versus the GeForce 9800 GX2's 150W — a 133.3% difference. The Radeon R6 M255DX is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon R6 M255DX) vs 350W (GeForce 9800 GX2). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs Legacy. Card length: 1mm vs 267mm, occupying 0 vs 2 slots.

Feature	Radeon R6 M255DX	GeForce 9800 GX2
TDP	30W-80%	150W
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	Legacy
Length	1mm	267mm
Height	—	111mm
Slots	0-100%	2
Temp (Load)	—	105°C
Perf/Watt	20.2+393%	4.1

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Value Analysis

The Radeon R6 M255DX launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $10, while the GeForce 9800 GX2 launched at $599 and now averages $75. The Radeon R6 M255DX costs 86.7% less ($65 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 60.5 (Radeon R6 M255DX) vs 8.2 (GeForce 9800 GX2) — the Radeon R6 M255DX offers 637.8% better value. The Radeon R6 M255DX is the newer GPU (2014 vs 2008).