GeForce 825M
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GeForce 825M

NVIDIA

G3D Mark

761

AVG Price

$30

August 26 2015
45 Watt
Maxwell (2014−2017)

Performance Spectrum - GPU

About G3D Mark

G3D Mark is a standard benchmark that measures graphics performance in real-world gaming scenarios. It simplifies comparing cards from different brands, where higher scores directly correlate with better fps and smoother gaming experiences.

Overview

The GeForce 825M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in August 26 2015. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 1071 MHz to 1176 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 33W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 761 points.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar GeForce 825M

#476
GeForce 210
MSRP: $50|Avg: $5
109%
#477
Radeon HD 7850M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50
108%
#478
Radeon HD 8180
MSRP: $30|Avg: $5
106%
#479
Mobility Radeon HD 4650
MSRP: $49|Avg: $15
105%
#480
GeForce GT 750M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50
105%
#481
Mobility Radeon HD 5570
MSRP: $80|Avg: $20
103%
#482
Radeon HD 7670A
MSRP: $100|Avg: $40
103%
#483
Radeon HD 8650G + 8750M Dual
MSRP: $150|Avg: $30
103%
#484
Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870
MSRP: $150|Avg: $150
103%
#485
Radeon RX Vega M GL
MSRP: $150|Avg: $150
103%
#486
GeForce 9800 GTX
MSRP: $299|Avg: $30
101%
#487
Mobility Radeon HD 4830
MSRP: $130|Avg: $20
101%
#488
GeForce GTX 880M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150
101%
#489
Mobility Radeon HD 5850
MSRP: $299|Avg: $30
100%
#490
Mobility Radeon HD 5730
MSRP: $100|Avg: $20
100%
#491
GeForce 825M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $30
100%
#492
Radeon R9 M485X
MSRP: $450|Avg: $150
100%
#493
100%
#494
Radeon HD 7690M XT
MSRP: $150|Avg: $40
99%
#495
98%
#496
Arc Graphics 130T
MSRP: $300|Avg: $250
98%
#497
Radeon R7 A10-7800
MSRP: $155|Avg: $30
97%
#498
HD Graphics 520
MSRP: $100|Avg: $35
97%
#499
Mobility Radeon HD 3850
MSRP: $150|Avg: $15
96%
#500
Radeon 8040S
MSRP: $400|Avg: $400
96%
#501
Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200G
MSRP: $99|Avg: $70
94%
#502
GeForce 9800M GTS
MSRP: $200|Avg: $15
94%
#503
GeForce 9600 GT
MSRP: $149|Avg: $20
93%
#504
Radeon HD 6670/7670
MSRP: $99|Avg: $40
93%
#505
GeForce 405
MSRP: $40|Avg: $5
93%
#506
Radeon HD 6550A
MSRP: $30|Avg: $30
93%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of GeForce 825M specifications and capabilities.

Graphics Performance

The GeForce 825M scores 761 in the G3D Mark benchmark (the standard measure of rasterization GPU performance), placing it in the Entry Level tier as a Legacy generation graphics card. It is built on the Maxwell (2014−2017) architecture (codename: GM108), manufactured on a 28 nm process— smaller process nodes improve power efficiency and transistor density. It packs 384 shader units (the primary compute units for rendering pixels), 32 TMUs (texture mapping units), and 16 ROPs (render output units that handle final pixel output). Raw FP32 compute power: 0.9032 TFLOPS — this measures the theoretical peak floating-point performance. Boost clock reaches 1176 MHz from a base of 1071 MHz.

SpecificationGeForce 825M
G3D MarkPassMark 3D graphics benchmark score761
ArchitectureGPU microarchitecture generationMaxwell (2014−2017)
CodenameInternal GPU die codenameGM108
Manufacturing ProcessFabrication node — smaller = more efficient28 nm
Shader UnitsCore compute units for rendering/compute384
TMUsTexture Mapping Units — handle texture sampling32
ROPsRender Output Units — final pixel/color blending16
Boost ClockMaximum GPU frequency under load1176 MHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum GPU frequency1071 MHz
Compute (FP32)Peak single-precision floating-point performance0.9032 TFLOPS
Texture Fill RateTextures processed per second37.63 GTexel/s
PCIe InterfaceCPU↔GPU data link generationPCIe 3.0 x16
Transistor Count1,870 million
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking#768
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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce 825M is equipped with 2 GB of GDDR5 video memory connected via a 128-bit memory bus, delivering Unknown of bandwidth. Memory operates at 8 Gbps effective speed.

SpecificationGeForce 825M
VRAM SizeVideo memory capacity — more = better for high-res textures2 GB
VRAM TypeMemory technology generationGDDR5
Memory BusWidth of data path — wider = more bandwidth128-bit
Memory SpeedEffective memory data rate8 Gbps
BandwidthMaximum data throughput between GPU and VRAMUnknown
L1 Cache192 kB
L2 Cache1024 kB

Advanced Features & APIs

Graphics API support: DirectX 11.0, Vulkan 1.2, OpenGL 4.6— latest API versions enable the most advanced rendering features like ray tracing and mesh shaders.

SpecificationGeForce 825M
NVIDIA Reflex❌ Not Supported
DLSS Frame Generation❌ Not Supported
DLSS Super Resolution❌ Not Supported
DirectXMicrosoft graphics API version11.0
VulkanCross-platform graphics API1.2
OpenGLLegacy graphics API4.6
Compute APIGPGPU framework (CUDA/ROCm/OpenCL)CUDA 3.0
Multi-GPUSLI/CrossFire/NVLink supportOptimus
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Display & Media

Display outputs: 1x Internal — supports up to 4 simultaneous displays. Hardware encoder: NVENC 1, decoder: PureVideo HD VP5— dedicated hardware for video encoding/decoding accelerates streaming, recording, and video playback. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1,MPEG-4.

SpecificationGeForce 825M
Internal PortsNumber of Internal display connectors1x
Max DisplaysMaximum simultaneously connected monitors4
Hardware EncoderVideo encoding engine versionNVENC 1
Hardware DecoderVideo decoding engine versionPureVideo HD VP5
CodecsSupported video compression formatsMPEG-2,H.264,VC-1,MPEG-4
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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce 825M draws 45 Watt under load (TDP) — a 350W PSU minimum is recommended. Power connector: Legacy. Physical size: 0mm long, 0mm tall, occupying 0 expansion slots— verify your case has clearance before purchasing. Typical temperatures: 45°C at idle, 75°C under load.

SpecificationGeForce 825M
TDPPower consumption under load45 Watt
Recommended PSUMinimum power supply wattage350W
Power ConnectorRequired PCIe power cable typeLegacy
Card LengthGPU card length — check case clearance0mm
Card Height0mm
Slot WidthExpansion slots occupied0-slot
Idle TemperatureTypical temperature at desktop idle45°C
Load TemperatureTypical temperature under gaming load75°C
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Value Analysis

At an average price of $30, the GeForce 825M delivers 25 G3D Mark points per dollar. Overall performance ranking position: #768 among all indexed GPUs.

SpecificationGeForce 825M
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days$30
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking#768
Release DateAugust 26 2015
Release Year2015

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