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.

Overview

The GeForce 800A is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in July 22 2014. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 1082 MHz to 1150 MHz. It has 256 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 33W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 435 points.

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 GeForce 800A

#594

GeForce 9800M GTX

MSRP: $300|Avg: $30

104%

#595

GeForce GT 525M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $30

104%

#596

Arc Graphics 140T

MSRP: $350|Avg: $300

103%

#597

GeForce RTX 4090 Laptop GPU

MSRP: $1810|Avg: N/A

103%

#598

Radeon HD 7660G + HD 8600/8700M Dual

MSRP: $200|Avg: $50

103%

#599

GeForce GT 630M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $35

103%

#600

Radeon HD 8550G + HD 8600M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $40

102%

#601

Radeon HD 7620G + HD 8600M Dual

MSRP: $140|Avg: $30

102%

#602

Radeon HD 7640G + HD 7700M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $40

102%

#603

GeForce GT 335M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $25

102%

#604

Mobility Radeon HD 5650

MSRP: $150|Avg: $30

101%

#605

Radeon HD 7660G + 8670M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $40

101%

#606

Radeon HD 7640G + HD 8600/8700M Dual

MSRP: $160|Avg: $40

101%

#607

Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8670M Dual

MSRP: $160|Avg: $40

101%

#608

GeForce 610M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $20

101%

#609

GeForce 800A

MSRP: $100|Avg: $30

100%

#610

Radeon HD 8550G + 8670M Dual

MSRP: $250|Avg: $40

100%

#611

Intel UHD Graphics 615

MSRP: $100|Avg: $50

99%

#612

Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8570M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $50

99%

#613

GeForce 9800 GTX/9800 GTX+

MSRP: $229|Avg: $40

98%

#614

Mobility Radeon HD 5450

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

98%

#615

Radeon HD 7660G + HD 7600M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $40

98%

#616

Radeon R7 A365

MSRP: $109|Avg: $55

98%

#617

GeForce GT 720A

MSRP: $40|Avg: $40

98%

#618

GeForce MX350

MSRP: $250|Avg: $200

98%

#619

Radeon HD 7640G + HD 7600M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $50

97%

#620

GeForce 940A

MSRP: $80|Avg: $80

95%

#621

Radeon R5 M335

MSRP: $150|Avg: $40

95%

#622

GeForce 9650M GS

MSRP: $199|Avg: $20

93%

#623

Mobility Radeon HD 545v

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

92%

#624

GeForce 9600 GSO

MSRP: $129|Avg: $25

89%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for GeForce 800A across popular games. Tested paired with Ryzen 7 7800X3D to isolate GPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of GeForce 800A specifications and capabilities.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce 800A scores 435 in the G3D Mark benchmark (the standard measure of rasterization GPU performance), placing it in the Entry Level tier as a Legacy generation graphics card. It is built on the Maxwell (2014−2017) architecture (codename: GM108), manufactured on a 28 nm process— smaller process nodes improve power efficiency and transistor density. It packs 256 shader units (the primary compute units for rendering pixels), 16 TMUs (texture mapping units), and 8 ROPs (render output units that handle final pixel output). Raw FP32 compute power: 0.5888 TFLOPS — this measures the theoretical peak floating-point performance. Boost clock reaches 1150 MHz from a base of 1082 MHz.

Specification	GeForce 800A
G3D MarkPassMark 3D graphics benchmark score	435
ArchitectureGPU microarchitecture generation	Maxwell (2014−2017)
CodenameInternal GPU die codename	GM108
Manufacturing ProcessFabrication node — smaller = more efficient	28 nm
Shader UnitsCore compute units for rendering/compute	256
TMUsTexture Mapping Units — handle texture sampling	16
ROPsRender Output Units — final pixel/color blending	8
Boost ClockMaximum GPU frequency under load	1150 MHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum GPU frequency	1082 MHz
Compute (FP32)Peak single-precision floating-point performance	0.5888 TFLOPS
Texture Fill RateTextures processed per second	18.40 GTexel/s
PCIe InterfaceCPU↔GPU data link generation	PCIe 3.0 x16
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking	#832

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce 800A is equipped with 0.5 GB of GDDR5 video memory connected via a 128-bit memory bus, delivering Unknown of bandwidth. Memory operates at 8 Gbps effective speed.

Specification	GeForce 800A
VRAM SizeVideo memory capacity — more = better for high-res textures	0.5 GB
VRAM TypeMemory technology generation	GDDR5
Memory BusWidth of data path — wider = more bandwidth	128-bit
Memory SpeedEffective memory data rate	8 Gbps
BandwidthMaximum data throughput between GPU and VRAM	Unknown
L1 Cache	128 kB
L2 Cache	1024 kB

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Advanced Features & APIs

Graphics API support: DirectX 12 (11_0), Vulkan N/A, OpenGL 4.6— latest API versions enable the most advanced rendering features like ray tracing and mesh shaders.

Specification	GeForce 800A
NVIDIA Reflex	❌ Not Supported
DLSS Frame Generation	❌ Not Supported
DLSS Super Resolution	❌ Not Supported
DirectXMicrosoft graphics API version	12 (11_0)
OpenGLLegacy graphics API	4.6
Compute APIGPGPU framework (CUDA/ROCm/OpenCL)	CUDA 2.1, OpenCL 3.0

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Display & Media

Display outputs: — supports up to 2 simultaneous displays. Hardware encoder: NVENC, decoder: VP5— dedicated hardware for video encoding/decoding accelerates streaming, recording, and video playback. Supported codecs: H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1.

Specification	GeForce 800A
Max DisplaysMaximum simultaneously connected monitors	2
Hardware EncoderVideo encoding engine version	NVENC
Hardware DecoderVideo decoding engine version	VP5
CodecsSupported video compression formats	H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce 800A draws 33 Watt under load (TDP) — a 350W PSU minimum is recommended. Power connector: Legacy. Physical size: 0mm long, 0mm tall, occupying 0 expansion slots, weighing 0g— verify your case has clearance before purchasing. Typical temperatures: 40 at idle, 85 under load.

Specification	GeForce 800A
TDPPower consumption under load	33 Watt
Recommended PSUMinimum power supply wattage	350W
Power ConnectorRequired PCIe power cable type	Legacy
Card LengthGPU card length — check case clearance	0mm
Card Height	0mm
Slot WidthExpansion slots occupied	0-slot
Weight	0g
Idle TemperatureTypical temperature at desktop idle	40
Load TemperatureTypical temperature under gaming load	85

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $30 (MSRP: $100), the GeForce 800A delivers 15 G3D Mark points per dollar. Overall performance ranking position: #832 among all indexed GPUs.

Specification	GeForce 800A
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$100
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$30
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking	#832
Release Date	July 22 2014
Release Year	2014

Specifications Reference

Raw spec sheet for quick lookup. The analysis cards above explain what these fields mean in practice.

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Technical Specifications

18 specs

ROPs	8
TMUs	16
Vram	0.5 GB
L1 Cache	128 kB
L2 Cache	1024 kB
Core Clock	1082 MHz
Boost Clock	1150 MHz
Memory Type	GDDR5
Memory Speed	8 Gbps
Shading Units	256
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0 x16
Memory Bandwidth	Unknown
Memory Bus Width	128-bit
Frame Generation	NVIDIA Reflex: No \| DLSS Frame Generation: No \| DLSS Super Resolution: No
Texture Fill Rate	18.40
Manufacturing Process	28 nm
Power Consumption (TDP)	33 Watt
Floating Point Performance	0.5888 TFLOPS