NVIDIA
GeForce 820M vs Mobility Radeon 9600
Full comparison of specs, performance and benchmarks
ATI
Mobility Radeon 9600
Aggregate performance score
We've compared GeForce 820M and Mobility Radeon 9600 across specs and all relevant benchmarks.
↗GeForce 820M outperforms Mobility Radeon 9600 by ~7% on the catalog index; this is not a measured FPS gain.+7%
Scores are normalized on the Head to Head scale. Higher is better. How is this calculated?H2HBench Data Quality
Low confidenceSpecifications: Field verification not recordedVerified gaming results: 0Estimated / unverified results: 32Price record updated: Sep 6, 2026
Limited verified data
H2HBench Verdict
Higher catalog score: GeForce 820M (~31%)
The score difference is not a measured FPS improvement.
Reasons to consider GeForce 820M
- Higher catalog performance index
- More graphics memory
- Recorded feature support: OpenCL 3.0, CUDA 3.0 · Not supported
Reasons to consider Mobility Radeon 9600
- Higher catalog value index
- Recorded feature support: Not supported · Not supported
Catalog metrics radar
Axes with missing data are hidden; every value uses a fixed scale.
NVIDIA
ATIPerformance
Price / performance
Memory capacity
3028
5464
434
Graphics card ranking
Positions 166–171of 411
Which should you choose?
Two practical conclusions based on community votes and gaming value.
GeForce 820M
69 likesHead to Head visitors currently choose this model more often.
Overview
Scores are calculated from specifications, performance, and efficiency.
GamesDirectX, OpenCL, and Vulkan performance
30Better
28
Professional applications3D modeling, video editing, and rendering
28Better
27
AI and machine learningMachine-learning and AI capabilities
26Better
24
Power efficiencyPower consumption across workloads
100Better
25
Head to Head scoreOverall catalog score
42Better
32
Specifications
The better numeric value is highlighted in green, taking the metric direction into account.
Release date
HDMI
DisplayPort
Max resolution
Max monitors
USB Type-C
DirectX
Vulkan
OpenGL
TFLOPS
Power consumption—
Architecture
Memory type
Compute API
Launch price——
Shader units / cores
Interface
Recommended PSU
Length
Thickness
Die sizeBetter
Memory cache
Clock speedBetter
Base clockBetter
Boost clockBetter
VRAMBetter
Memory frequencyBetter
Memory busBetter
Memory bandwidthBetter
Power consumption—
Process nodeBetter
Transistor countBetter
Device class
Power connector
Upscaling
Gaming FPS
Available results are shown separately; missing data is not treated as zero.
The Gaming FPS section compares GeForce 820M and Mobility Radeon 9600 across curated H2H Lab game presets. The useful signal is not only average FPS, but also how each device behaves at 1440p and 4K, how memory capacity and bus width affect heavy textures, and whether the game engine favors raster performance, ray tracing, or driver maturity.
GeForce 820MMobility Radeon 9600
Verified externalEstimatedSources ↗
Counter-Strike 2
1080p High
153 FPS
143 FPS
1080p Ultra
107 FPS
101 FPS
1440p Ultra
58 FPS
54 FPS
4K Ultra
21 FPS
19 FPS
Counter-Strike 2GeForce 820M153 FPSMobility Radeon 9600143 FPSGeForce 820M107 FPSMobility Radeon 9600101 FPSGeForce 820M58 FPSMobility Radeon 960054 FPSGeForce 820M21 FPSMobility Radeon 960019 FPS
Cyberpunk 2077GeForce 820M98 FPSMobility Radeon 960092 FPSGeForce 820M85 FPSMobility Radeon 960080 FPSGeForce 820M42 FPSMobility Radeon 960039 FPSGeForce 820M14 FPSMobility Radeon 960013 FPS
Forza Horizon 5GeForce 820M124 FPSMobility Radeon 9600117 FPSGeForce 820M80 FPSMobility Radeon 960075 FPSGeForce 820M52 FPSMobility Radeon 960049 FPSGeForce 820M30 FPSMobility Radeon 960029 FPS
Hogwarts LegacyGeForce 820M80 FPSMobility Radeon 960075 FPSGeForce 820M67 FPSMobility Radeon 960063 FPSGeForce 820M37 FPSMobility Radeon 960035 FPSGeForce 820M14 FPSMobility Radeon 960013 FPS
H2H workload indices
Comparable internal indices on a fixed 0–100 scale.
H2H Raster IndexH2H Index / 10030287%
H2H Compute IndexH2H Index / 100322237%
H2H Rendering IndexH2H Index / 100342147%
H2H Memory Workload IndexH2H Index / 100434166%
H2H Efficiency IndexH2H Index / 1001000200%
These are versioned H2H calculated indices derived from normalized catalog data. They are not results from a third-party benchmark.
H2H AI workload indices
Estimated workload profiles based on available performance and memory data.
H2H Image Generation IndexH2H Index / 100361772%
H2H ML Training IndexH2H Index / 100351864%
H2H Inference IndexH2H Index / 100342147%
H2H Local LLM IndexH2H Index / 100371585%
H2H Computer Vision IndexH2H Index / 100342147%
These are versioned H2H calculated indices derived from normalized catalog data. They are not results from a third-party benchmark.
Graphics APIs, SDKs and upscaling
DirectX11.09.0
Vulkan1.2Not supported
OpenGL4.62.0
UpscalingNot supportedNot supported
Compute APIOpenCL 3.0, CUDA 3.0Not supported
Architecture and release
ArchitectureKepler / MaxwellRadeon R300/R400
Process node28 nmBetter130 nm
Release date20152004
Device classMobileMobile
GPU cores, die and clocks
Transistor count1270 millionBetter76 million
Die size118 mm²92 mm²Better
Shader units / cores384Not publicly specified
Base clock810 MHzBetter300 MHz
Boost clock810 MHzBetter300 MHz
Board size, power and compatibility
InterfacePCIe 3.0 x16AGP 8x
LengthOEM dependentOEM dependent
ThicknessMXM ModuleOEM dependent
Recommended PSUOEM dependentOEM dependent
Power connectorIntegrated laptop powerIntegrated laptop power
Display outputs and limits
HDMIOEM dependentOEM dependent
DisplayPortOEM dependentOEM dependent
USB Type-COEM dependentOEM dependent
Max monitorsOEM dependentOEM dependent
Max resolutionDepends on host systemOEM dependent
Memory and compute throughput
VRAM2 GB DDR3Better0.128 GB DDR
Memory typeGDDR5 / DDR3DDR / DDR2
Memory bus128 bitBetter64 bit
TFLOPS0.622Not published (legacy architecture)
Other comparisons
Reviews and questions
Explain this comparison
Beyond percentages: causes, relevant specifications, and practical impact behind every chart.
What AI will explain
Overall score, radar, FPS, synthetic tests, specifications, efficiency, and value.
Evidence details
Data coverage
- Verified gaming results
- 0
- Verified synthetic results
- 0
- Games with verified results
- 0
- Verified community results
- 0
- Estimated / unverified results
- 32
- Specifications
- 0 / 66
Calculated scores · How is this calculated?
Scores use the catalog model and may include estimated inputs. Open each score to see its origin and the methodology.
clamp(round(performance × 0.7 + (efficiency ?? 50) × 0.2 + (value is missing ? 0 : (value − 50) × 0.2)), 0, 100)Price evidence · View sources (2)
Verified community results
No verified community benchmarks yet.
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Comparison history
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Why you can trust this comparison
Origin and confidence are evaluated from the evidence attached to each value. Unverified results are identified, and specification, benchmark and price dates remain separate.
Owner experiences
Real builds, results, and community feedback.
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Frequently asked comparison questions
Short recommendations based on performance, memory, power consumption, and intended use.
01Which is better for gaming: GeForce 820M or Mobility Radeon 9600?+
GeForce 820M has the higher overall gaming score, while Mobility Radeon 9600 offers the better price-to-performance ratio. The final choice depends on resolution and settings.
02Which is better for streaming?+
GeForce 820M is the stronger streaming choice thanks to performance, hardware encoding, and application support. Check AV1, H.264, and HEVC support before buying.
03Which is better for Blender?+
GeForce 820M is generally the better option for Blender and GPU rendering. Rendering-engine support and available VRAM also matter.
04Which is better for video editing?+
GeForce 820M offers more overall performance, while GeForce 820M offers more memory headroom. Codecs, hardware encoders, and editor optimization can change the result.
05Which is better for neural networks and AI?+
GeForce 820M is the more practical option for local AI workloads. VRAM capacity, compute libraries, and framework compatibility are especially important.
06Which is better for 1080p?+
Mobility Radeon 9600 is the most rational 1080p choice, where high frame rates and cost per frame matter most.
07Which is better for 1440p?+
GeForce 820M leads in combined 1440p performance. GeForce 820M can be preferable for heavy textures and games with high VRAM usage.
08Which is better for 4K?+
GeForce 820M is preferable for 4K, where total performance, memory bandwidth, and VRAM capacity have the greatest impact.
09Which is better for a quiet PC?+
GeForce 820M is easier to use in a quiet build because of its lower estimated power and thermal load. Actual noise depends on the specific cooler.
10Which is better without replacing the power supply?+
GeForce 820M is the safer candidate because its stated power consumption is lower. Verify PSU wattage, age, and power connectors.
11Is it worth upgrading from the previous generation?+
Consider upgrading to GeForce 820M if your current device no longer delivers the required FPS, memory capacity, or feature support. A gain below 15–20% is usually worth waiting for a price cut.