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 9600M 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: 131 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 9600M GS

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Radeon HD 3650 AGP

MSRP: $80|Avg: $20

115%

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GeForce 7350 LE

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113%

#699

Mobility Radeon HD 4300 Serisi

MSRP: $49|Avg: $10

111%

#700

Radeon 3015e

MSRP: $49|Avg: $49

109%

#701

RADEON X700 SE

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $10

108%

#702

Radeon HD 2600 XT

MSRP: $199|Avg: $40

108%

#703

Mobility Radeon X1700

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

107%

#704

GeForce 710A

MSRP: $35|Avg: $62

107%

#705

Radeon R5 235

MSRP: $49|Avg: $49

105%

#706

GeForce 8400 SE

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

104%

#707

Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8470 Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $50

103%

#708

GeForce 7800 GTX

MSRP: $599|Avg: $40

102%

#709

Radeon R7 A265

MSRP: $149|Avg: $149

102%

#710

Radeon R9 M385X

MSRP: $300|Avg: $300

102%

#711

Radeon HD 7520G + 8750M Dual

MSRP: $250|Avg: $57

101%

#712

GeForce 9600M GS

MSRP: $70|Avg: $20

100%

#713

Radeon HD 8550G + HD 8600/8700M Dual

MSRP: $200|Avg: $100

100%

#714

Radeon R7 A10-7700K

MSRP: $152|Avg: $118

100%

#715

GeForce 9300GE

MSRP: $50|Avg: $15

100%

#716

Mobility Radeon HD 4250

MSRP: $100|Avg: $15

100%

#717

Qualcomm Adreno 8cx Gen 3

MSRP: $599|Avg: $300

99%

#718

Radeon HD 8450G + 8750M Dual

MSRP: $100|Avg: $100

97%

#719

GeForce 9300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $20

97%

#720

Mobility Radeon HD 3410

MSRP: $49|Avg: $10

96%

#721

Radeon R3

MSRP: $50|Avg: $50

96%

#722

Radeon HD 7520G + HD 8600/8700M Dual

MSRP: $100|Avg: $100

95%

#723

Radeon HD 8550G + 8600M Dual

MSRP: $100|Avg: $100

94%

#724

Radeon R1E

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $49

94%

#725

Mobility Radeon X1600

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

94%

#726

Mobility Radeon HD 3450

MSRP: $100|Avg: $15

93%

#727

MOBILITY RADEON X700 XL

MSRP: $49|Avg: $10

92%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for GeForce 9600M GS across popular games. Tested paired with Ryzen 7 7800X3D to isolate GPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of GeForce 9600M GS specifications and capabilities.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce 9600M GS scores 131 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 9600M GS
G3D MarkPassMark 3D graphics benchmark score	131
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 9600M GS is equipped with 1 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 9600M GS
VRAM SizeVideo memory capacity — more = better for high-res textures	1 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 10.0, Vulkan None, OpenGL 3.3— latest API versions enable the most advanced rendering features like ray tracing and mesh shaders.

Specification	GeForce 9600M GS
NVIDIA Reflex	❌ Not Supported
DLSS Frame Generation	❌ Not Supported
DLSS Super Resolution	❌ Not Supported
DirectXMicrosoft graphics API version	10.0
VulkanCross-platform graphics API	None
OpenGLLegacy graphics API	3.3
Compute APIGPGPU framework (CUDA/ROCm/OpenCL)	CUDA 1.1
Multi-GPUSLI/CrossFire/NVLink support	Hybrid SLI

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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.

Specification	GeForce 9600M GS
Internal PortsNumber of Internal display connectors	1x
Max DisplaysMaximum simultaneously connected monitors	1
Hardware EncoderVideo encoding engine version	No
Hardware DecoderVideo decoding engine version	PureVideo HD VP3
CodecsSupported video compression formats	MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce 9600M 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— verify your case has clearance before purchasing. Typical temperatures: 50°C at idle, 85°C under load.

Specification	GeForce 9600M 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
Idle TemperatureTypical temperature at desktop idle	50°C
Load TemperatureTypical temperature under gaming load	85°C

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $20 (MSRP: $70), the GeForce 9600M GS delivers 7 G3D Mark points per dollar. Overall performance ranking position: #825 among all indexed GPUs.

Specification	GeForce 9600M GS
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$70
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

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

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Technical Specifications

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Vram	1 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