NVIDIA GeForce GTX 260M SLI review. Specs and Benchmarks

Detailed Review of the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 260M SLI

Ranked 377 in CpusData's performance ranking, the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 260M SLI delivers exceptional graphics capabilities tailored for gamers and professionals alike.

  • Manufacturer: NVIDIA
  • Year of Manufacture: 2009
  • Process Technology: 55 nm
  • Power Consumption: 150 Watt (TDP)

Performance Specifications

The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 260M SLI operates at a base clock frequency of 550 MHz, with the potential to overclock up to . This card is equipped with 2 GB of high-speed memory, featuring a clock rate of 950 MHz and an impressive memory bandwidth of .

Key Features and Compatibility

In this section, we explore the technologies integrated into the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 260M SLI, including:

  • Supported Technologies - A comprehensive overview of the advanced technologies utilized in the card to enhance performance and visual fidelity.
  • Interfaces - A detailed list of available interfaces for connectivity, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of displays and peripherals.
  • Motherboard Compatibility - Insights into which motherboard configurations are best suited for optimal performance with the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 260M SLI.

Performance NVIDIA GeForce GTX 260M SLI in Popular Games

We present test results showcasing the performance of the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 260M SLI in several popular titles. This data allows potential buyers to gauge how well this graphics card handles various gaming scenarios, ensuring it meets their expectations.

Comparison Tools

For further insights, you can also compare your NVIDIA GeForce GTX 260M SLI graphics card with other models directly on our site. This feature provides a valuable resource for making informed decisions tailored to your specific needs.

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General info

The main nomenclature characteristics of the video card NVIDIA GeForce GTX 260M SLI, for general information about it.

Place in performance rating: 426
Architecture: G9x
Code name: NB9E-GTX
Type: Laptop
Release date: 2 March 2009 (12 years ago)
Price now: $149
Value for money: 3.15
GPU code name: NB9E-GTX
Market segment: Laptop

Technical specs

Characteristics that directly affect the performance of the video card NVIDIA GeForce GTX 260M SLI. Smaller process technology, higher clock frequencies, more threads and transistors are signs of a modern graphics card.

Pipelines: 224
Core clock speed: 550 MHz
Transistor count: 1508 Million
Manufacturing process technology: 55 nm
Power consumption (TDP): 150 Watt
Pipelines / CUDA cores: 224
Number of transistors: 1508 Million
Thermal design power (TDP): 150 Watt

Compatibility, dimensions and requirements

Additional technical information, does not greatly affect the performance rating.

Laptop size: large

Memory

Video card memory is used to store calculations. Modern software and 3D games require higher memory capacity and speed. The higher these parameters, the higher the performance of the chip NVIDIA GeForce GTX 260M SLI.

Memory type: GDDR3
Maximum RAM amount: 2 GB
Memory bus width: 256 Bit
Memory clock speed: 950 MHz
Shared memory: -

Technologies

Additional technologies that the vendor integrates into its devices. They do not directly affect the performance, but can have a nice addition to the graphics card functionality both in games and at work.

CUDA: +
HybridPower: +
PureVideo HD: +

API support

Supported by the video card NVIDIA GeForce GTX 260M SLI API. The higher the version, the better performance in games.

DirectX: DirectX 10, Shader 4.0

Overall gaming performance

Performance Testing Results The following tests display the FPS results for the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 260M SLI across various screen resolutions, aligned with the recommendations provided by game developers. Benchmarking Note: Please note that the performance benchmarks for the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 260M SLI may vary based on several factors, including the specific environment, motherboard, and processor used during testing. These variables can influence the overall gaming experience, so actual performance may differ from the results presented here.


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5 Stutter – Insufficient data. Similar graphics cards stutter, the game is likely to show a low frame rate. There will be some lags.
May Stutter – Insufficient data. Similar graphics cards stutter, the game is likely to show a low frame rate. There will be some lags.
30 Fluent – According to the results of benchmarks the game should run at 25 frames per second (fps)
40 Fluent – According to the results of benchmarks the game should run at 35 frames per second (fps)
60 Fluent – According to the results of benchmarks the game should run at 58 frames per second (fps)
May Run Fluently – Insufficient data. Similar graphics cards show a smooth frame rate, comfortable for the game.
? Uncertain – Graphics cards testing has shown that a slower card can provide a high and stable frame rate for the same operation.
Uncertain – The work of the video card in the game is still being studied. Interpolation among analogs is not possible.
The value depicts the average frame rate. Hovering over the value, you can get individual results.

AMD equivalent

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NVIDIA GeForce GTX 260M SLI in Benchmarks

The performance of the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 260M SLI is showcased through various popular modern benchmarks. Testing under maximum load conditions provides valuable insights into the true capabilities of the graphics processor, enabling comparisons with other leading graphics card models. For detailed benchmark descriptions and results, please visit their respective pages.

Overall benchmark performance

NVIDIA Quadro K620
NVIDIA Quadro K620
10.49%
NVIDIA Quadro K3100M
NVIDIA Quadro K3100M
10.47%
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 260M SLI
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 260M SLI
10.19%
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 560 SE
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 560 SE
10.19%
AMD FirePro W5170M
AMD FirePro W5170M
10.15%

3DMark Vantage Performance

NVIDIA Quadro K1100M
NVIDIA Quadro K1100M
8992
ATI Radeon HD 4850
ATI Radeon HD 4850
8972
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 260M SLI
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 260M SLI
8959
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 480M
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 480M
8872
Intel Iris Graphics 540
Intel Iris Graphics 540
8828
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