NVIDIA
GeForce GTX 980 vs Mobility Radeon 9550
Full comparison of specs, performance and benchmarks
ATI
Mobility Radeon 9550
Aggregate performance score
We've compared GTX 980 and Mobility Radeon 9550 across specs and all relevant benchmarks.
↗GTX 980 outperforms Mobility Radeon 9550 by ~32% on the catalog index; this is not a measured FPS gain.+32%
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 15, 2026
Limited verified data
H2HBench Verdict
Higher catalog score: GeForce GTX 980 (~25%)
The score difference is not a measured FPS improvement.
Reasons to consider GTX 980
- Higher catalog performance index
- More graphics memory
- Recorded feature support: OpenCL 3.0, CUDA 5.2 · Not supported
Reasons to consider Mobility Radeon 9550
- 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
3728
4564
562
Graphics card ranking
Positions 170–175of 321
Which should you choose?
Two practical conclusions based on community votes and gaming value.
GeForce GTX 980
161 likesHead to Head visitors currently choose this model more often.
Overview
Scores are calculated from specifications, performance, and efficiency.
GamesDirectX, OpenCL, and Vulkan performance
37Better
28
Professional applications3D modeling, video editing, and rendering
33Better
27
AI and machine learningMachine-learning and AI capabilities
31Better
24
Power efficiencyPower consumption across workloads
75Better
25
Head to Head scoreOverall catalog score
40Better
32
Specifications
The better numeric value is highlighted in green, taking the metric direction into account.
Length
DisplayPort
HDMI
Device class
Max monitors
Max resolution
USB Type-C
DirectX
Vulkan
OpenGL
TFLOPS
Power consumption—
ArchitectureBetter
Clock speedBetter
Base clockBetter
Memory type
Power connector
Release date
Thickness
Compute API
Launch price—
Shader units / cores
Boost clockBetter
VRAMBetter
Memory frequencyBetter
Memory busBetter
Memory bandwidthBetter
Interface
Power consumption—
Process nodeBetter
Recommended PSU
Die sizeBetter
Memory cache
Transistor countBetter
Upscaling
Gaming FPS
Available results are shown separately; missing data is not treated as zero.
The Gaming FPS section compares GTX 980 and Mobility Radeon 9550 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 980Mobility Radeon 9550
Verified externalEstimatedSources ↗
Counter-Strike 2
1080p High
185 FPS
143 FPS
1080p Ultra
130 FPS
100 FPS
1440p Ultra
72 FPS
54 FPS
4K Ultra
25 FPS
19 FPS
Counter-Strike 2GTX 980185 FPSMobility Radeon 9550143 FPSGTX 980130 FPSMobility Radeon 9550100 FPSGTX 98072 FPSMobility Radeon 955054 FPSGTX 98025 FPSMobility Radeon 955019 FPS
Cyberpunk 2077GTX 980119 FPSMobility Radeon 955092 FPSGTX 980103 FPSMobility Radeon 955079 FPSGTX 98053 FPSMobility Radeon 955039 FPSGTX 98017 FPSMobility Radeon 955013 FPS
Forza Horizon 5GTX 980150 FPSMobility Radeon 9550116 FPSGTX 98097 FPSMobility Radeon 955075 FPSGTX 98065 FPSMobility Radeon 955048 FPSGTX 98036 FPSMobility Radeon 955029 FPS
Hogwarts LegacyGTX 98097 FPSMobility Radeon 955075 FPSGTX 98081 FPSMobility Radeon 955063 FPSGTX 98047 FPSMobility Radeon 955035 FPSGTX 98017 FPSMobility Radeon 955013 FPS
H2H workload indices
Comparable internal indices on a fixed 0–100 scale.
H2H Raster IndexH2H Index / 100372828%
H2H Compute IndexH2H Index / 100402162%
H2H Rendering IndexH2H Index / 100422167%
H2H Memory Workload IndexH2H Index / 100562186%
H2H Efficiency IndexH2H Index / 100750200%
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 / 100451695%
H2H ML Training IndexH2H Index / 100441884%
H2H Inference IndexH2H Index / 100422167%
H2H Local LLM IndexH2H Index / 1004714108%
H2H Computer Vision IndexH2H Index / 100432073%
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
DirectX12.19.0
Vulkan1.4Not supported
OpenGL4.62.0
UpscalingNot supportedNot supported
Compute APIOpenCL 3.0, CUDA 5.2Not supported
Architecture and release
ArchitectureMaxwell 2.0Radeon R300/R400Better
Process node28 nmBetter130 nm
Release date20142004
Device classDesktopMobile
GPU cores, die and clocks
Transistor count5200 millionBetter76 million
Die size398 mm²92 mm²Better
Shader units / cores2048Not publicly specified
Base clock1126 MHzBetter250 MHz
Boost clock1216 MHzBetter250 MHz
Board size, power and compatibility
InterfacePCIe 3x16AGP 4x
Length267 mmOEM dependent
ThicknessDual-slotOEM dependent
Recommended PSU450 WOEM dependent
Power connector6+6 pinIntegrated laptop power
Display outputs and limits
HDMIHDMI 2.0OEM dependent
DisplayPortDisplayPort 1.2OEM dependent
USB Type-CNoOEM dependent
Max monitors5OEM dependent
Max resolution7680 × 4320OEM dependent
Memory and compute throughput
VRAM4 GB GDDR5Better0.064 GB DDR
Memory typeGDDR5DDR / DDR2
Memory bus256 bitBetter64 bit
TFLOPS4.981Not published (legacy architecture)
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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 / 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 (3)
Verified community results
No verified community benchmarks yet.
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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.
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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 980 or Mobility Radeon 9550?+
GTX 980 has the higher overall gaming score, while Mobility Radeon 9550 offers the better price-to-performance ratio. The final choice depends on resolution and settings.
02Which is better for streaming?+
GTX 980 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 980 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 980 offers more overall performance, while GTX 980 offers more memory headroom. Codecs, hardware encoders, and editor optimization can change the result.
05Which is better for neural networks and AI?+
GTX 980 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 9550 is the most rational 1080p choice, where high frame rates and cost per frame matter most.
07Which is better for 1440p?+
GTX 980 leads in combined 1440p performance. GTX 980 can be preferable for heavy textures and games with high VRAM usage.
08Which is better for 4K?+
GTX 980 is preferable for 4K, where total performance, memory bandwidth, and VRAM capacity have the greatest impact.
09Which is better for a quiet PC?+
GTX 980 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 980 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 980 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.