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 MOBILITY RADEON 9800 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in January 7 2010. It features the TeraScale 2 architecture. The core clock speed is 700 MHz. It has 800 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 46 points.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. The MOBILITY RADEON 9800 is positioned at rank #737 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 MOBILITY RADEON 9800

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Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

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54285%

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GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

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49210%

#729

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

49080%

#733

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

44630%

#734

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

44325%

#736

RADEON 9500

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100%

#737

MOBILITY RADEON 9800

MSRP: $229|Avg: $25

100%

#738

RADEON X850 XT

MSRP: $499|Avg: $50

80%

#739

RADEON 9800

MSRP: $399|Avg: $399

75%

#741

RADEON 9000

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50%

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RADEON 9200 SE

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50%

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MOBILITY RADEON 7500

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40%

#744

MOBILITY RADEON 9200

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30%

#745

MOBILITY RADEON 9000

MSRP: $50|Avg: $5

30%

#746

GeForce4 MX 420

MSRP: $99|Avg: $10

25%

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RADEON 9250

MSRP: $79|Avg: $25

20%

#748

RADEON 9200

MSRP: $99|Avg: $25

20%

#749

GeForce 256

MSRP: $199|Avg: $20

15%

#750

GeForce4 MX 440

MSRP: $149|Avg: $49

15%

#751

GeForce2 MX/MX 400

MSRP: $129|Avg: $15

15%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for MOBILITY RADEON 9800 across popular games. Tested paired with Ryzen 7 7800X3D to isolate GPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of MOBILITY RADEON 9800 specifications and capabilities.

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Graphics Performance

The MOBILITY RADEON 9800 scores 46 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 TeraScale 2 (2009−2015) architecture (codename: Broadway), manufactured on a 40 nm process— smaller process nodes improve power efficiency and transistor density. It packs 800 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: 1.12 TFLOPS — this measures the theoretical peak floating-point performance.

Specification	MOBILITY RADEON 9800
G3D MarkPassMark 3D graphics benchmark score	46
ArchitectureGPU microarchitecture generation	TeraScale 2 (2009−2015)
CodenameInternal GPU die codename	Broadway
Manufacturing ProcessFabrication node — smaller = more efficient	40 nm
Shader UnitsCore compute units for rendering/compute	800
TMUsTexture Mapping Units — handle texture sampling	40
ROPsRender Output Units — final pixel/color blending	16
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum GPU frequency	700 MHz
Compute (FP32)Peak single-precision floating-point performance	1.12 TFLOPS
Texture Fill RateTextures processed per second	28.00 GTexel/s
PCIe InterfaceCPU↔GPU data link generation	PCIe 2.1 x16
Transistor Count	1,040 million
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking	#846

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The MOBILITY RADEON 9800 is equipped with 0.25 GB of GDDR5 video memory connected via a 128-bit memory bus, delivering Unknown of bandwidth. Memory operates at 8 Gbps effective speed.

Specification	MOBILITY RADEON 9800
VRAM SizeVideo memory capacity — more = better for high-res textures	0.25 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	80 kB
L2 Cache	256 kB

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Advanced Features & APIs

The MOBILITY RADEON 9800 supports modern upscaling and frame generation technologies: FidelityFX Super Resolution — these can dramatically boost effective FPS by generating intermediate frames or upscaling from lower internal resolution. Graphics API support: DirectX 9.0b, Vulkan N/A, OpenGL 2.1— latest API versions enable the most advanced rendering features like ray tracing and mesh shaders.

Specification	MOBILITY RADEON 9800
FSR Frame Generation	❌ Not Supported
AMD Fluid Motion Frames	❌ Not Supported
FidelityFX Super Resolution	✅ Supported
DirectXMicrosoft graphics API version	9.0b
OpenGLLegacy graphics API	2.1
Multi-GPUSLI/CrossFire/NVLink support	None

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Display & Media

Display outputs: N/A (Mobile)x 0 — supports up to 2 simultaneous displays. Hardware encoder: None, decoder: VideoShader HD— dedicated hardware for video encoding/decoding accelerates streaming, recording, and video playback. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,MPEG-4.

Specification	MOBILITY RADEON 9800
0 PortsNumber of 0 display connectors	N/A (Mobile)x
Max DisplaysMaximum simultaneously connected monitors	2
Hardware EncoderVideo encoding engine version	None
Hardware DecoderVideo decoding engine version	VideoShader HD
CodecsSupported video compression formats	MPEG-2,MPEG-4

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Power & Dimensions

The MOBILITY RADEON 9800 draws 50 Watt under load (TDP) — a 350W PSU minimum is recommended. Power connector: PCIe-powered. Physical size: 0mm long, 0mm tall, occupying 0 expansion slots, weighing 0g— verify your case has clearance before purchasing. Typical temperatures: 50 at idle, 75 under load.

Specification	MOBILITY RADEON 9800
TDPPower consumption under load	50 Watt
Recommended PSUMinimum power supply wattage	350W
Power ConnectorRequired PCIe power cable type	PCIe-powered
Card LengthGPU card length — check case clearance	0mm
Card Height	0mm
Slot WidthExpansion slots occupied	0-slot
Weight	0g
Idle TemperatureTypical temperature at desktop idle	50
Load TemperatureTypical temperature under gaming load	75

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $25 (MSRP: $229), the MOBILITY RADEON 9800 delivers 2 G3D Mark points per dollar. It holds Rank #737 in the cost-benefit ranking — a comprehensive score that weighs raw performance against current market pricing. Overall performance ranking position: #846 among all indexed GPUs.

Specification	MOBILITY RADEON 9800
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$229
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$25
Cost-Benefit RankOverall value ranking position	#737
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking	#846
Release Date	January 7 2010
Release Year	2010