NVIDIA
GeForce Go 7800 vs GeForce 510M
Full comparison of specs, performance and benchmarks
NVIDIA
GeForce 510M
Aggregate performance score
We've compared GeForce Go 7800 and GeForce 510M across specs and all relevant benchmarks.
↗GeForce 510M outperforms GeForce Go 7800 by ~27% on the catalog index; this is not a measured FPS gain.+27%
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 Go 7800 (~5%)
The score difference is not a measured FPS improvement.
Reasons to consider GeForce Go 7800
- Recorded feature support: CUDA / OpenCL 1.x · Not supported
Reasons to consider GeForce 510M
- Higher catalog performance index
- Higher catalog value index
- Recorded feature support: CUDA / OpenCL · Not supported
Catalog metrics radar
Axes with missing data are hidden; every value uses a fixed scale.
NVIDIAPerformance
Price / performance
3038
5465
Graphics card ranking
Positions 99–104of 411
Which should you choose?
Two practical conclusions based on community votes and gaming value.
GeForce Go 7800
151 likesHead to Head visitors currently choose this model more often.
Overview
Scores are calculated from specifications, performance, and efficiency.
GamesDirectX, OpenCL, and Vulkan performance
30
38Better
Professional applications3D modeling, video editing, and rendering
28
34Better
AI and machine learningMachine-learning and AI capabilities
26
31Better
Power efficiencyPower consumption across workloads
100Better
33
Head to Head scoreOverall catalog score
42Better
40
Specifications
The better numeric value is highlighted in green, taking the metric direction into account.
DirectX
OpenGL
Power consumption—
Architecture
Release date
HDMI
DisplayPort
Max monitors
Max resolution
USB Type-C
Recommended PSU
Length
Thickness
Shader units / cores
Memory cache
Memory type
Launch price——
Interface
Power connector
Die size
Clock speed—
Base clock
Boost clock
VRAM
Memory frequency—
Memory bus
Memory bandwidth—
Power consumption—
Process nodeBetter
Transistor count
Device class
Vulkan
Compute API
Upscaling
TFLOPS
Gaming FPS
Available results are shown separately; missing data is not treated as zero.
The Gaming FPS section compares GeForce Go 7800 and GeForce 510M 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 Go 7800GeForce 510M
Verified externalEstimatedSources ↗
Counter-Strike 2
1080p High
148 FPS
157 FPS
1080p Ultra
104 FPS
111 FPS
1440p Ultra
58 FPS
86 FPS
4K Ultra
22 FPS
43 FPS
Counter-Strike 2GeForce Go 7800148 FPSGeForce 510M157 FPSGeForce Go 7800104 FPSGeForce 510M111 FPSGeForce Go 780058 FPSGeForce 510M86 FPSGeForce Go 780022 FPSGeForce 510M43 FPS
Cyberpunk 2077GeForce Go 780096 FPSGeForce 510M102 FPSGeForce Go 780082 FPSGeForce 510M88 FPSGeForce Go 780042 FPSGeForce 510M62 FPSGeForce Go 780015 FPSGeForce 510M29 FPS
Forza Horizon 5GeForce Go 7800121 FPSGeForce 510M128 FPSGeForce Go 780078 FPSGeForce 510M83 FPSGeForce Go 780053 FPSGeForce 510M77 FPSGeForce Go 780032 FPSGeForce 510M63 FPS
Hogwarts LegacyGeForce Go 780078 FPSGeForce 510M83 FPSGeForce Go 780065 FPSGeForce 510M69 FPSGeForce Go 780038 FPSGeForce 510M56 FPSGeForce Go 780015 FPSGeForce 510M29 FPS
H2H workload indices
Comparable internal indices on a fixed 0–100 scale.
H2H Raster IndexH2H Index / 100303824%
H2H Compute IndexH2H Index / 100293827%
H2H Rendering IndexH2H Index / 100343811%
H2H Memory Workload IndexH2H Index / 100430200%
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 / 10036385%
H2H ML Training IndexH2H Index / 10035388%
H2H Inference IndexH2H Index / 100343811%
H2H Local LLM IndexH2H Index / 10037383%
H2H Computer Vision IndexH2H Index / 100343811%
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
DirectX9.311.0
VulkanNot supportedVulkan 1.2 (driver support)
OpenGL2.14.6
UpscalingNot supportedNot supported
Compute APICUDA / OpenCL 1.xCUDA / OpenCL
Architecture and release
ArchitectureCurieFermi
Process node110 nmTSMC 40 nmBetter
Release date20062011
Device classMobileMobile
GPU cores, die and clocks
Transistor count302 millionNot publicly specified
Die size333 mm²Not publicly specified
Shader units / coresNot publicly specifiedNot publicly specified
Base clock400 MHzOEM/TGP dependent
Boost clock400 MHzOEM/TGP dependent
Board size, power and compatibility
InterfacePCIe 1.0 x16OEM platform dependent
LengthOEM dependentOEM dependent
ThicknessOEM dependentOEM dependent
Recommended PSUOEM dependentOEM dependent
Power connectorNoneIntegrated laptop power
Display outputs and limits
HDMIOEM dependentOEM dependent
DisplayPortOEM dependentOEM dependent
USB Type-COEM dependentOEM dependent
Max monitorsOEM dependentOEM dependent
Max resolutionOEM dependentOEM dependent
Memory and compute throughput
VRAM0.25 GB GDDR3OEM configuration dependent
Memory typeGDDR3 / DDR2GDDR5 / DDR3
Memory bus256 bitOEM configuration dependent
TFLOPSNot published (legacy architecture)OEM/TGP dependent
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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 / 63
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 Go 7800 or GeForce 510M?+
GeForce Go 7800 has the higher overall gaming score, while GeForce 510M offers the better price-to-performance ratio. The final choice depends on resolution and settings.
02Which is better for streaming?+
GeForce Go 7800 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 Go 7800 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 Go 7800 offers more overall performance, while GeForce Go 7800 offers more memory headroom. Codecs, hardware encoders, and editor optimization can change the result.
05Which is better for neural networks and AI?+
GeForce Go 7800 is the more practical option for local AI workloads. VRAM capacity, compute libraries, and framework compatibility are especially important.
06Which is better for 1080p?+
GeForce 510M is the most rational 1080p choice, where high frame rates and cost per frame matter most.
07Which is better for 1440p?+
GeForce Go 7800 leads in combined 1440p performance. GeForce Go 7800 can be preferable for heavy textures and games with high VRAM usage.
08Which is better for 4K?+
GeForce Go 7800 is preferable for 4K, where total performance, memory bandwidth, and VRAM capacity have the greatest impact.
09Which is better for a quiet PC?+
GeForce Go 7800 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 Go 7800 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 Go 7800 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.