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Overview

The GeForce GTX 280M SLI is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 2 2009. It features the G9x architecture. The core clock speed is 585 MHz. It has 256 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 55 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 621 points.

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FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for GeForce GTX 280M SLI across popular games. Tested paired with Ryzen 7 7800X3D to isolate GPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of GeForce GTX 280M SLI specifications and capabilities.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 280M SLI scores 621 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: N10E-GTX), manufactured on a 55 nm process— smaller process nodes improve power efficiency and transistor density. It packs 256 shader units (the primary compute units for rendering pixels).

Specification	GeForce GTX 280M SLI
G3D MarkPassMark 3D graphics benchmark score	621
ArchitectureGPU microarchitecture generation	G9x (2007−2010)
CodenameInternal GPU die codename	N10E-GTX
Manufacturing ProcessFabrication node — smaller = more efficient	55 nm
Shader UnitsCore compute units for rendering/compute	256
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum GPU frequency	585 MHz
PCIe InterfaceCPU↔GPU data link generation	PCIe 1.1 x16
Transistor Count	1508 Million
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking	#793

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce GTX 280M SLI is equipped with 0.5 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 GTX 280M SLI
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	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), OpenGL 3.3— latest API versions enable the most advanced rendering features like ray tracing and mesh shaders.

Specification	GeForce GTX 280M SLI
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

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Display & Media

Display outputs: 1x Laptop Dependent — supports up to 2 simultaneous displays. Hardware encoder: PureVideo HD VP2, 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 GTX 280M SLI
Laptop Dependent PortsNumber of Laptop Dependent display connectors	1x
Max DisplaysMaximum simultaneously connected monitors	2
Hardware EncoderVideo encoding engine version	PureVideo HD VP2
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 GTX 280M SLI draws 150 Watt under load (TDP) — a 350W PSU minimum is recommended. Power connector: PCIe-powered. Physical size: , occupying 0 expansion slots— verify your case has clearance before purchasing. Typical temperatures: 65°C at idle, 95°C under load.

Specification	GeForce GTX 280M SLI
TDPPower consumption under load	150 Watt
Recommended PSUMinimum power supply wattage	350W
Power ConnectorRequired PCIe power cable type	PCIe-powered
Slot WidthExpansion slots occupied	0-slot
Idle TemperatureTypical temperature at desktop idle	65°C
Load TemperatureTypical temperature under gaming load	95°C

Specifications Reference

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Technical Specifications

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Vram	0.5 GB
Core Clock	585 MHz
Memory Type	GDDR5
Memory Speed	8 Gbps
Shading Units	256
PCIe Generation	PCIe 1.1 x16
Memory Bandwidth	Unknown
Memory Bus Width	64-bit
Transistor Count	1508 Million
Frame Generation	NVIDIA Reflex: No \| DLSS Frame Generation: No \| DLSS Super Resolution: No
Manufacturing Process	55 nm
Power Consumption (TDP)	150 Watt