NVIDIA
GeForce GTX 285 vs Mobility Radeon 9800
Full comparison of specs, performance and benchmarks
ATI
Mobility Radeon 9800
Aggregate performance score
We've compared GTX 285 and Mobility Radeon 9800 across specs and all relevant benchmarks.
↗GTX 285 outperforms Mobility Radeon 9800 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 GTX 285 (~27%)
The score difference is not a measured FPS improvement.
Reasons to consider GTX 285
- Higher catalog performance index
- More graphics memory
- Higher catalog value index
- Recorded feature support: OpenCL 1.1, CUDA 1.3 · Not supported
Reasons to consider Mobility Radeon 9800
- 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
3129
10064
437
Graphics card ranking
Positions 278–283of 321
Which should you choose?
Two practical conclusions based on community votes and gaming value.
Mobility Radeon 9800
129 likesHead to Head visitors currently choose this model more often.
Overview
Scores are calculated from specifications, performance, and efficiency.
GamesDirectX, OpenCL, and Vulkan performance
31Better
29
Professional applications3D modeling, video editing, and rendering
29Better
27
AI and machine learningMachine-learning and AI capabilities
26Better
25
Power efficiencyPower consumption across workloads
51Better
26
Head to Head scoreOverall catalog score
42Better
33
Specifications
The better numeric value is highlighted in green, taking the metric direction into account.
Device class
Max monitors
Max resolution
USB Type-C
DirectX
OpenGL
TFLOPS
Power consumption—
ArchitectureBetter
Clock speedBetter
Base clockBetter
Boost clockBetter
Memory type
Power connector
Release date
VRAMBetter
Memory frequencyBetter
Memory busBetter
Memory bandwidthBetter
Interface
Power consumption—
Process nodeBetter
Recommended PSU
Length
Thickness
Compute API
Launch price—
Shader units / cores
Die sizeBetter
Memory cache
Transistor countBetter
Vulkan
Upscaling
DisplayPort
HDMI
Gaming FPS
Available results are shown separately; missing data is not treated as zero.
The Gaming FPS section compares GTX 285 and Mobility Radeon 9800 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.
GTX 285Mobility Radeon 9800
Verified externalEstimatedSources ↗
Counter-Strike 2
1080p High
156 FPS
143 FPS
1080p Ultra
109 FPS
101 FPS
1440p Ultra
60 FPS
56 FPS
4K Ultra
23 FPS
21 FPS
Counter-Strike 2GTX 285156 FPSMobility Radeon 9800143 FPSGTX 285109 FPSMobility Radeon 9800101 FPSGTX 28560 FPSMobility Radeon 980056 FPSGTX 28523 FPSMobility Radeon 980021 FPS
Cyberpunk 2077GTX 285101 FPSMobility Radeon 980093 FPSGTX 28586 FPSMobility Radeon 980080 FPSGTX 28544 FPSMobility Radeon 980041 FPSGTX 28515 FPSMobility Radeon 980014 FPS
Forza Horizon 5GTX 285127 FPSMobility Radeon 9800117 FPSGTX 28582 FPSMobility Radeon 980076 FPSGTX 28554 FPSMobility Radeon 980051 FPSGTX 28533 FPSMobility Radeon 980031 FPS
Hogwarts LegacyGTX 28582 FPSMobility Radeon 980076 FPSGTX 28568 FPSMobility Radeon 980063 FPSGTX 28539 FPSMobility Radeon 980037 FPSGTX 28516 FPSMobility Radeon 980015 FPS
H2H workload indices
Comparable internal indices on a fixed 0–100 scale.
H2H Raster IndexH2H Index / 10031297%
H2H Compute IndexH2H Index / 100312330%
H2H Rendering IndexH2H Index / 100342339%
H2H Memory Workload IndexH2H Index / 100437144%
H2H Efficiency IndexH2H Index / 100510200%
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 / 100361962%
H2H ML Training IndexH2H Index / 100362057%
H2H Inference IndexH2H Index / 100342339%
H2H Local LLM IndexH2H Index / 100381776%
H2H Computer Vision IndexH2H Index / 100352246%
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
DirectX10.09.2
VulkanNot supportedNot supported
OpenGL3.32.1
UpscalingNot supportedNot supported
Compute APIOpenCL 1.1, CUDA 1.3Not supported
Architecture and release
ArchitectureTesla 2.0Radeon R300/R400Better
Process node55 nmBetter130 nm
Release date20082004
Device classDesktopMobile
GPU cores, die and clocks
Transistor count1400 millionBetter160 million
Die size470 mm²281 mm²Better
Shader units / cores240Not publicly specified
Base clock648 MHzBetter350 MHz
Boost clock648 MHzBetter350 MHz
Board size, power and compatibility
InterfacePCIe 2x16AGP 8x
Length267 mmOEM dependent
ThicknessDual-slotOEM dependent
Recommended PSU550 WOEM dependent
Power connector6+6 pinIntegrated laptop power
Display outputs and limits
HDMIBoard dependentOEM dependent
DisplayPortBoard dependentOEM dependent
USB Type-CNoOEM dependent
Max monitors3OEM dependent
Max resolution2560 × 1600OEM dependent
Memory and compute throughput
VRAM1 GB GDDR3Better0.25 GB DDR
Memory typeGDDR3DDR / DDR2
Memory bus512 bitBetter256 bit
TFLOPS0.709Not published (legacy architecture)
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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 / 67
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 (4)
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: GTX 285 or Mobility Radeon 9800?+
GTX 285 has the higher overall gaming score, while GTX 285 offers the better price-to-performance ratio. The final choice depends on resolution and settings.
02Which is better for streaming?+
GTX 285 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?+
GTX 285 is generally the better option for Blender and GPU rendering. Rendering-engine support and available VRAM also matter.
04Which is better for video editing?+
GTX 285 offers more overall performance, while GTX 285 offers more memory headroom. Codecs, hardware encoders, and editor optimization can change the result.
05Which is better for neural networks and AI?+
GTX 285 is the more practical option for local AI workloads. VRAM capacity, compute libraries, and framework compatibility are especially important.
06Which is better for 1080p?+
GTX 285 is the most rational 1080p choice, where high frame rates and cost per frame matter most.
07Which is better for 1440p?+
GTX 285 leads in combined 1440p performance. GTX 285 can be preferable for heavy textures and games with high VRAM usage.
08Which is better for 4K?+
GTX 285 is preferable for 4K, where total performance, memory bandwidth, and VRAM capacity have the greatest impact.
09Which is better for a quiet PC?+
GTX 285 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?+
GTX 285 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 GTX 285 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.