GeForce 9500M G
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GeForce 9500M G

NVIDIA

G3D Mark

122

MSRP

$30

AVG Price

$30

October 27 2015
75 Watt
Maxwell (2014−2017)

Performance Spectrum - GPU

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.

Overview

The GeForce 9500M G is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in October 27 2015. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 928 MHz to 1020 MHz. It has 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 122 points.

Value Upgrade Path

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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 9500M G

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118%
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#765
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105%
#766
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103%
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100%
#768
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MSRP: $30|Avg: $30
100%
#769
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MSRP: $150|Avg: $150
99%
#770
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98%
#771
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97%
#772
95%
#773
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93%
#774
92%
#775
Radeon HD 7640G + 8670M Dual
MSRP: $150|Avg: $150
91%
#776
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91%
#777
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MSRP: $129|Avg: $10
91%
#778
89%
#779
89%
#780
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87%
#781
87%
#782
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84%
#783
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MSRP: $100|Avg: $15
84%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for GeForce 9500M G across popular games. Tested paired with Ryzen 7 7800X3D to isolate GPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of GeForce 9500M G specifications and capabilities.

Graphics Performance

The GeForce 9500M G scores 122 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: GM107), manufactured on a 28 nm process— smaller process nodes improve power efficiency and transistor density. It packs 640 shader units (the primary compute units for rendering pixels), 40 TMUs (texture mapping units), and 16 ROPs (render output units that handle final pixel output). Raw FP32 compute power: 1.306 TFLOPS — this measures the theoretical peak floating-point performance. Boost clock reaches 1020 MHz from a base of 928 MHz.

SpecificationGeForce 9500M G
G3D MarkPassMark 3D graphics benchmark score122
ArchitectureGPU microarchitecture generationMaxwell (2014−2017)
CodenameInternal GPU die codenameGM107
Manufacturing ProcessFabrication node — smaller = more efficient28 nm
Shader UnitsCore compute units for rendering/compute640
TMUsTexture Mapping Units — handle texture sampling40
ROPsRender Output Units — final pixel/color blending16
Boost ClockMaximum GPU frequency under load1020 MHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum GPU frequency928 MHz
Compute (FP32)Peak single-precision floating-point performance1.306 TFLOPS
Texture Fill RateTextures processed per second40.80 GTexel/s
PCIe InterfaceCPU↔GPU data link generationPCIe 3.0 x16
Transistor Count1,870 million
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking#671
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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce 9500M G 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.

SpecificationGeForce 9500M G
VRAM SizeVideo memory capacity — more = better for high-res textures0.5 GB
VRAM TypeMemory technology generationGDDR5
Memory BusWidth of data path — wider = more bandwidth128-bit
Memory SpeedEffective memory data rate8 Gbps
BandwidthMaximum data throughput between GPU and VRAMUnknown
L1 Cache320 kB
L2 Cache2 MB

Advanced Features & APIs

Graphics API support: DirectX 10.0, Vulkan None, OpenGL 3.3— latest API versions enable the most advanced rendering features like ray tracing and mesh shaders.

SpecificationGeForce 9500M G
NVIDIA Reflex❌ Not Supported
DLSS Frame Generation❌ Not Supported
DLSS Super Resolution❌ Not Supported
DirectXMicrosoft graphics API version10.0
VulkanCross-platform graphics APINone
OpenGLLegacy graphics API3.3
Compute APIGPGPU framework (CUDA/ROCm/OpenCL)None
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Display & Media

Display outputs: 1x Internal — supports up to 1 simultaneous displays. Hardware encoder: No, decoder: PureVideo HD VP3— dedicated hardware for video encoding/decoding accelerates streaming, recording, and video playback. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1.

SpecificationGeForce 9500M G
Internal PortsNumber of Internal display connectors1x
Max DisplaysMaximum simultaneously connected monitors1
Hardware EncoderVideo encoding engine versionNo
Hardware DecoderVideo decoding engine versionPureVideo HD VP3
CodecsSupported video compression formatsMPEG-2,H.264,VC-1
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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce 9500M G draws 75 Watt under load (TDP) — a 350W PSU minimum is recommended. Power connector: Legacy. Physical size: 0mm long, 0mm tall, occupying 0 expansion slots— verify your case has clearance before purchasing. Typical temperatures: 45°C at idle, 70°C under load.

SpecificationGeForce 9500M G
TDPPower consumption under load75 Watt
Recommended PSUMinimum power supply wattage350W
Power ConnectorRequired PCIe power cable typeLegacy
Card LengthGPU card length — check case clearance0mm
Card Height0mm
Slot WidthExpansion slots occupied0-slot
Idle TemperatureTypical temperature at desktop idle45°C
Load TemperatureTypical temperature under gaming load70°C
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Value Analysis

At an average price of $30, the GeForce 9500M G delivers 4 G3D Mark points per dollar. Overall performance ranking position: #671 among all indexed GPUs.

SpecificationGeForce 9500M G
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price$30
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days$30
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking#671
Release DateOctober 27 2015
Release Year2015

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Technical Specifications

19 specs

ROPs16
TMUs40
Vram0.5 GB
L1 Cache320 kB
L2 Cache2 MB
Core Clock928 MHz
Boost Clock1020 MHz
Memory TypeGDDR5
Memory Speed8 Gbps
Shading Units640
PCIe GenerationPCIe 3.0 x16
Memory BandwidthUnknown
Memory Bus Width128-bit
Transistor Count1,870 million
Frame GenerationNVIDIA Reflex: No | DLSS Frame Generation: No | DLSS Super Resolution: No
Texture Fill Rate40.80
Manufacturing Process28 nm
Power Consumption (TDP)75 Watt
Floating Point Performance1.306 TFLOPS

General Information

4 specs

CodenameGM107
ArchitectureMaxwell (2014−2017)
Release DateOctober 27 2015
Performance Ranking Position671

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