GeForce GTX 850M - MODDED
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GeForce GTX 850M - MODDED

NVIDIA

G3D Mark

1,092

March 12 2014
45 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 GTX 850M - MODDED is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 12 2014. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock speed is Up to 936 MHz. It has 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 45W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,092 points.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. The GeForce GTX 850M - MODDED is positioned at rank #324 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. 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 GTX 850M - MODDED

#314
Radeon RX 550X (móvel)
MSRP: $35|Avg: $35
795%
#316
721%
#317
719%
#321
GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50
654%
#322
Radeon RX 6300
MSRP: $60|Avg: $40
649%
#324
GeForce GTX 850M - MODDED
MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A
100%
#326
Iris Pro Graphics P580
MSRP: $150|Avg: $60
99%
#327
Radeon E8870PCIe
MSRP: $250|Avg: $200
99%
#330
Arc Graphics 140T
MSRP: $350|Avg: $300
94%
#331
Radeon 680M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $80
94%
#333
GeForce 730A
MSRP: $60|Avg: $20
93%
#334
GeForce GT 745A
MSRP: $99|Avg: $20
91%
#335
GeForce 710A
MSRP: $35|Avg: $62
91%
#336
90%
#338
GeForce MX230
MSRP: $150|Avg: $150
89%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of GeForce GTX 850M - MODDED specifications and capabilities.

Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 850M - MODDED scores 1,092 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: 1.155 TFLOPS — this measures the theoretical peak floating-point performance.

SpecificationGeForce GTX 850M - MODDED
G3D MarkPassMark 3D graphics benchmark score1,092
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
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum GPU frequencyUp to 936 MHz
Compute (FP32)Peak single-precision floating-point performance1.155 TFLOPS
Texture Fill RateTextures processed per second36.08 GTexel/s
PCIe InterfaceCPU↔GPU data link generationPCIe 3.0 x16
Transistor Count1,870 million
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking#629
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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce GTX 850M - MODDED 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 GTX 850M - MODDED
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

SpecificationGeForce GTX 850M - MODDED
NVIDIA Reflex❌ Not Supported
DLSS Frame Generation❌ Not Supported
DLSS Super Resolution❌ Not Supported
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Display & Media

Display outputs: .

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 850M - MODDED draws 45 Watt under load (TDP) — a 350W PSU minimum is recommended. Power connector: PCIe-powered.

SpecificationGeForce GTX 850M - MODDED
TDPPower consumption under load45 Watt
Recommended PSUMinimum power supply wattage350W
Power ConnectorRequired PCIe power cable typePCIe-powered
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Value Analysis

It holds Rank #324 in the cost-benefit ranking — a comprehensive score that weighs raw performance against current market pricing. Overall performance ranking position: #629 among all indexed GPUs.

SpecificationGeForce GTX 850M - MODDED
Cost-Benefit RankOverall value ranking position#324
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking#629
Release DateMarch 12 2014
Release Year2014

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