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    NVIDIA GeForce 8600M GT graphics with 128MB SDRAM vs. NVIDIA GeForce 8600M GT graphics with 256MB SDRAM

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by mixa, Aug 10, 2007.

  1. mixa

    mixa Newbie

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    I just wondering, how big is a difference between those two graphic cards?
     
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    well if you look at it the later has a bigger amount of MB..lol
     
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  3. Zoltang

    Zoltang Notebook Consultant

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    in some cases, the card with less graphics memory is faster than one with more memory, eg, the ati x1400 256mb is slower than the x700 128 mb. However in this case, i would assume (im no expert) that the card with more video memory is the faster and better card.
     
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    stevenator128 Notebook Evangelist

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    Thanks SAHM1, that was enlightening. More VRAM can give more performance. I remember a debate about whether the 256 could even be fully utilized. Put simply, I believe the increased VRAM would offer more performance.
     
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    lordofericstan Notebook Evangelist

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    Dont you love useless posts?

    You cant really tell which one will have the better performance without knowing the clock speeds of the two. If the 128 is clocked higher than the 256 then the 128 will have better performance for tasks that do not require the added video ram of the 256. I am no expert on the matter but i believe both cards will perform just about equally (if clocked the same) except for the most demanding of tasks.
     
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    stevenator128 Notebook Evangelist

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    I believe the X1400 was on par with the X600 from the past generation, which would explain the X700 with less memory being faster. That would be like comparing a 512mb 8600 to a 256mb 7800 (the 7800 is much faster regardless of the amount of VRAM).

    HOWEVER, the two graphics cards in question are the exact same thing, just with different amounts of memory. The higher memory should offer better performance and should be at least somewhat noticeable.
     
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    yes i know everyone..I was just trying to be funny..there has be so many posts on comparing graphics cards..i know i've posted a few myself..but yes i was just trying to be funny..you can't tell me your'e serious ALL the time..what is the fun in that. I"m sure you've put up some posts that some ppl have thought were "useless" i know you've had your share of "funny" posts. anyways just trying to lighten everyone up..i'm a stay at home mom..i have to make myself laugh sometimes just to stay sane..anyways enjoy your night..God Bless
     
    *Daystar*, Aug 10, 2007
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