GeForce GTS 250
NVIDIA
G3D Mark
569
MSRP
$129
AVG Price
$20
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 GTS 250 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in September 13 2010. It features the Fermi architecture. The core clock speed is 783 MHz. It has 192 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 106W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 569 points. Launch price was $129.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. The GeForce GTS 250 is positioned at rank #246 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GeForce GTS 250
FPS Benchmarks
Predicted performance for GeForce GTS 250 across popular games. Tested paired with Ryzen 7 7800X3D to isolate GPU performance.
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Technical Analysis
Detailed breakdown of GeForce GTS 250 specifications and capabilities.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce GTS 250 scores 569 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 Fermi (2010−2014) architecture (codename: GF106), manufactured on a 40 nm process— smaller process nodes improve power efficiency and transistor density. It packs 192 shader units (the primary compute units for rendering pixels), 32 TMUs (texture mapping units), and 16 ROPs (render output units that handle final pixel output). Raw FP32 compute power: 0.6013 TFLOPS — this measures the theoretical peak floating-point performance.
| Specification | GeForce GTS 250 |
|---|---|
| G3D MarkPassMark 3D graphics benchmark score | 569 |
| ArchitectureGPU microarchitecture generation | Fermi (2010−2014) |
| CodenameInternal GPU die codename | GF106 |
| Manufacturing ProcessFabrication node — smaller = more efficient | 40 nm |
| Shader UnitsCore compute units for rendering/compute | 192 |
| TMUsTexture Mapping Units — handle texture sampling | 32 |
| ROPsRender Output Units — final pixel/color blending | 16 |
| Base ClockGuaranteed minimum GPU frequency | 783 MHz |
| Compute (FP32)Peak single-precision floating-point performance | 0.6013 TFLOPS |
| Texture Fill RateTextures processed per second | 25.06 GTexel/s |
| PCIe InterfaceCPU↔GPU data link generation | PCIe 2.1 x16 |
| Transistor Count | 1,170 million |
| Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking | #791 |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce GTS 250 is equipped with 1 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 GTS 250 |
|---|---|
| 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 | 128-bit |
| Memory SpeedEffective memory data rate | 8 Gbps |
| BandwidthMaximum data throughput between GPU and VRAM | Unknown |
| L1 Cache | 256 kB |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB |
Advanced Features & APIs
Graphics API support: DirectX 11.1 (10_0), OpenGL 3.3— latest API versions enable the most advanced rendering features like ray tracing and mesh shaders.
| Specification | GeForce GTS 250 |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| Multi-GPUSLI/CrossFire/NVLink support | SLI |
Display & Media
Display outputs: 2x DVI, 1x HDMI — supports up to 2 simultaneous displays. Hardware encoder: PureVideo HD VP5, decoder: PureVideo HD VP5— dedicated hardware for video encoding/decoding accelerates streaming, recording, and video playback. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2.
| Specification | GeForce GTS 250 |
|---|---|
| DVI PortsNumber of DVI display connectors | 2x |
| HDMI PortsNumber of HDMI display connectors | 1x |
| Max DisplaysMaximum simultaneously connected monitors | 2 |
| Hardware EncoderVideo encoding engine version | PureVideo HD VP5 |
| Hardware DecoderVideo decoding engine version | PureVideo HD VP5 |
| CodecsSupported video compression formats | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GTS 250 draws 106 Watt under load (TDP) — a 450W PSU minimum is recommended. Power connector: 1x 6-pin. Physical size: 229mm long, 111mm tall, occupying 2 expansion slots, weighing 550g— verify your case has clearance before purchasing. Typical temperatures: 48°C at idle, 90°C under load.
| Specification | GeForce GTS 250 |
|---|---|
| TDPPower consumption under load | 106 Watt |
| Recommended PSUMinimum power supply wattage | 450W |
| Power ConnectorRequired PCIe power cable type | 1x 6-pin |
| Card LengthGPU card length — check case clearance | 229mm |
| Card Height | 111mm |
| Slot WidthExpansion slots occupied | 2-slot |
| Weight | 550g |
| Idle TemperatureTypical temperature at desktop idle | 48°C |
| Load TemperatureTypical temperature under gaming load | 90°C |
Value Analysis
At an average price of $20 (MSRP: $129), the GeForce GTS 250 delivers 28 G3D Mark points per dollar. It holds Rank #246 in the cost-benefit ranking — a comprehensive score that weighs raw performance against current market pricing. Overall performance ranking position: #791 among all indexed GPUs.
| Specification | GeForce GTS 250 |
|---|---|
| MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price | $129 |
| Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days | $20 |
| Cost-Benefit RankOverall value ranking position | #246 |
| Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking | #791 |
| Release Date | September 13 2010 |
| Release Year | 2010 |
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