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 8600M 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: 89 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 8600M GS

#746

GeForce 8400M GS

MSRP: $50|Avg: $20

117%

#747

Radeon R2

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $49

116%

#748

Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8600/8700M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

114%

#749

GeForce 6150SE

MSRP: $30|Avg: $5

112%

#750

MOBILITY RADEON X600

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

112%

#751

Mobility Radeon X2300 HD

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

110%

#752

GeForce 6800 GS

MSRP: $249|Avg: $40

108%

#753

Radeon R7 M260

MSRP: $110|Avg: $110

108%

#754

Radeon HD 8450G + 8670M Dual

MSRP: $100|Avg: $100

107%

#755

Radeon HD 7660G + HD 8670M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

107%

#756

GeForce GT 520M

MSRP: $60|Avg: N/A

106%

#757

Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU

MSRP: $899|Avg: $400

106%

#758

Radeon HD 7660G + HD 7670M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

106%

#759

Radeon R3E

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $49

103%

#760

Radeon R8 M535DX

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

100%

#761

GeForce 8600M GS

MSRP: $100|Avg: $20

100%

#762

Mobility Radeon HD 4225

MSRP: $100|Avg: $15

99%

#763

Radeon HD 7520G + HD 8750M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

98%

#764

GeForce 7900 GT

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

97%

#765

Radeon R7 M460

MSRP: $250|Avg: $250

96%

#766

GeForce 9450

MSRP: $100|Avg: $25

94%

#767

GeForce 9300 GE

MSRP: $23|Avg: $25

92%

#768

GeForce 9500M G

MSRP: $30|Avg: $30

91%

#769

Radeon HD 8550G + 8500M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

90%

#770

Radeon HD 8610G + 8670M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

90%

#771

Radeon HD 8610G + 8600M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

88%

#772

Radeon HD 8610G + HD 8670M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

87%

#773

Radeon R7 M445

MSRP: $250|Avg: $250

85%

#774

Radeon HD 8550G + HD 8500M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

84%

#775

Radeon HD 7640G + 8670M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

84%

#776

Radeon R9 M275

MSRP: $300|Avg: $300

84%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for GeForce 8600M GS across popular games. Tested paired with Ryzen 7 7800X3D to isolate GPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of GeForce 8600M GS specifications and capabilities.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce 8600M GS scores 89 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 G9x (2007−2010) architecture (codename: NB9E-GTX), manufactured on a 65 nm process— smaller process nodes improve power efficiency and transistor density. It packs 224 shader units (the primary compute units for rendering pixels).

Specification	GeForce 8600M GS
G3D MarkPassMark 3D graphics benchmark score	89
ArchitectureGPU microarchitecture generation	G9x (2007−2010)
CodenameInternal GPU die codename	NB9E-GTX
Manufacturing ProcessFabrication node — smaller = more efficient	65 nm
Shader UnitsCore compute units for rendering/compute	224
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum GPU frequency	500 MHz
PCIe InterfaceCPU↔GPU data link generation	PCIe 1.1 x16
Transistor Count	3016 Million
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking	#825

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce 8600M GS is equipped with 0.25 GB of GDDR5 video memory connected via a 64-bit memory bus, delivering Unknown of bandwidth. Memory operates at 8 Gbps effective speed.

Specification	GeForce 8600M GS
VRAM SizeVideo memory capacity — more = better for high-res textures	0.25 GB
VRAM TypeMemory technology generation	GDDR5
Memory BusWidth of data path — wider = more bandwidth	64-bit
Memory SpeedEffective memory data rate	8 Gbps
BandwidthMaximum data throughput between GPU and VRAM	Unknown

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Advanced Features & APIs

Graphics API support: DirectX 11.1 (10_0), Vulkan N/A, OpenGL 3.3— latest API versions enable the most advanced rendering features like ray tracing and mesh shaders.

Specification	GeForce 8600M GS
NVIDIA Reflex	❌ Not Supported
DLSS Frame Generation	❌ Not Supported
DLSS Super Resolution	❌ Not Supported
DirectXMicrosoft graphics API version	11.1 (10_0)
OpenGLLegacy graphics API	3.3
Compute APIGPGPU framework (CUDA/ROCm/OpenCL)	CUDA 1.1
Multi-GPUSLI/CrossFire/NVLink support	SLI

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Display & Media

Display outputs: N/A (Mobile)x 0 — supports up to 0 simultaneous displays. Hardware encoder: None, decoder: PureVideo HD (VP2)— dedicated hardware for video encoding/decoding accelerates streaming, recording, and video playback. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2.

Specification	GeForce 8600M GS
0 PortsNumber of 0 display connectors	N/A (Mobile)x
Max DisplaysMaximum simultaneously connected monitors	0
Hardware EncoderVideo encoding engine version	None
Hardware DecoderVideo decoding engine version	PureVideo HD (VP2)
CodecsSupported video compression formats	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce 8600M GS draws 150 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: 50 at idle, 80 under load.

Specification	GeForce 8600M GS
TDPPower consumption under load	150 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	50
Load TemperatureTypical temperature under gaming load	80

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $20 (MSRP: $100), the GeForce 8600M GS delivers 4 G3D Mark points per dollar. Overall performance ranking position: #825 among all indexed GPUs.

Specification	GeForce 8600M GS
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$100
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$20
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking	#825
Release Date	July 15 2008
Release Year	2008

Specifications Reference

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Technical Specifications

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Vram	0.25 GB
Core Clock	500 MHz
Memory Type	GDDR5
Memory Speed	8 Gbps
Shading Units	224
PCIe Generation	PCIe 1.1 x16
Memory Bandwidth	Unknown
Memory Bus Width	64-bit
Transistor Count	3016 Million
Frame Generation	NVIDIA Reflex: No \| DLSS Frame Generation: No \| DLSS Super Resolution: No
Manufacturing Process	65 nm
Power Consumption (TDP)	150 Watt