GeForce 9800M GTS SLI vs GeForce GTX 480M SLI

When comparing GeForce 9800M GTS SLI and GeForce GTX 480M SLI, we look primarily at benchmarks and game tests. But it is not only about the numbers. Often you can find third-party models with higher clock speeds, better cooling, or a customizable RGB lighting. Not all of them will have all the features you need. Another thing to consider is the port selection. Most graphics cards have at least one DisplayPort and HDMI interface, but some monitors require DVI. Before you buy, check the TDP of the graphics card - this characteristic will help you estimate the consumption of the graphics card. You may even have to upgrade your PSU to meet its requirements. An important factor when choosing between GeForce 9800M GTS SLI and GeForce GTX 480M SLI is the price. Does the additional cost justify the performance hit? Our comparison should help you make the right decision.

GeForce 9800M GTS SLI and GeForce GTX 480M SLI are Laptop Graphics Cards

Note: GeForce 9800M GTS SLI and GeForce GTX 480M SLI are only used in laptop graphics. They have lower GPU clock speed compared to the desktop variant, which results in lower power consumption, but also 10-30% lower gaming performance. Check available laptop models with GeForce 9800M GTS SLI or GeForce GTX 480M SLI here:

Main Specs

  GeForce 9800M GTS SLI GeForce GTX 480M SLI
Power consumption (TDP) 150 Watt 100 Watt
Memory type GDDR3 GDDR5
Maximum RAM amount 512 MB 4 GB
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  • GeForce 9800M GTS SLI has 50% more power consumption, than GeForce GTX 480M SLI.
  • GeForce 9800M GTS SLI has 508 GB more memory, than GeForce GTX 480M SLI.
  • Both cards are used in Laptops.
  • GeForce 9800M GTS SLI is build with G9x architecture, and GeForce GTX 480M SLI - with Fermi.
  • Core clock speed of GeForce 9800M GTS SLI is 175 MHz higher, than GeForce GTX 480M SLI.
  • GeForce 9800M GTS SLI is manufactured by 55/65 nm process technology, and GeForce GTX 480M SLI - by 40 nm process technology.
  • Memory clock speed of GeForce GTX 480M SLI is 400 MHz higher, than GeForce 9800M GTS SLI.

Game benchmarks

high / 1080p 5−6 16−18
ultra / 1080p 3−4 9−10
QHD / 1440p 0−1 4−5
4K / 2160p 4−5
low / 720p 14−16 30−35
medium / 1080p 7−8 20−22
The average gaming FPS of GeForce GTX 480M SLI in Assassin's Creed Odyssey is 185% more, than GeForce 9800M GTS SLI.

Full Specs

  GeForce 9800M GTS SLI GeForce GTX 480M SLI
Architecture G9x Fermi
Code name NB9E-GT N11E-GTX-A3
Type Laptop Laptop
Release date 15 July 2008 25 May 2010
Pipelines 128 704
Core clock speed 600 MHz 425 MHz
Transistor count 1508 Million 6000 Million
Manufacturing process technology 55/65 nm 40 nm
Memory bus width 256 Bit 256 Bit
Memory clock speed 800 MHz 1200 MHz
Shared memory - -
DirectX DirectX 10, Shader 4.0 DirectX 11, Shader 5.0
CUDA +
SLI options +
Laptop size large large
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