
GeForce GT 610 vs Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8470 Dual

GeForce GT 610
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Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8470 Dual
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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.
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. The GeForce GT 610 is positioned at rank 183 and the Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8470 Dual is on rank 627, so the GeForce GT 610 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GeForce GT 610
Performance Per Dollar Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8470 Dual
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8470 Dual is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.1% higher G3D Mark score. However, the GeForce GT 610 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | GeForce GT 610 | Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8470 Dual |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.1%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+2.1%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / Kepler (2012−2018)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Legacy) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+300%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8470 Dual offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8470 Dual holds the technical lead. Priced at $49 (vs $50), it costs 2% less, resulting in a 0.1% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce GT 610 | Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8470 Dual |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+0.1%) |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($49) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($50) |
Performance Check
Real-world benchmarks and performance projections based on comprehensive hardware analysis and comparative metrics. Values represent expected performance on High/Ultra settings at 1080p, 1440p, and 4K. Modeled using a Ryzen 7 7800X3D reference profile to minimize specific CPU bottlenecks.
Note: Performance behavior can vary per game. Specific architectures may perform better or worse depending on game engine optimizations and API implementation.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GT 610 and Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8470 Dual

GeForce GT 610
The GeForce GT 610 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in June 5 2012. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 902 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 65W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 331 points. Launch price was $99.

Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8470 Dual
The Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8470 Dual is manufactured by AMD. It was released in August 1 2013. The core clock speed is 720 / 825 MHz. It has 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 338 points.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce GT 610 scores 331 and the Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8470 Dual reaches 338 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. Shader units: 384 (GeForce GT 610) vs 640 (Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8470 Dual).
| Feature | GeForce GT 610 | Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8470 Dual |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 331 | 338+2% |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 384 | 640+67% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GT 610 | Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8470 Dual |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | AMD Anti-Lag |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce GT 610 comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8470 Dual has 512 MB. The GeForce GT 610 offers 300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | GeForce GT 610 | Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8470 Dual |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB+300% | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | Unknown |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 128-bit |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GT 610 draws 65W versus the Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8470 Dual's 50W — a 26.1% difference. The Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8470 Dual is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GT 610) vs 350W (Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8470 Dual). Power connectors: None vs 1x 6-pin.
| Feature | GeForce GT 610 | Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8470 Dual |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 65W | 50W-23% |
| Recommended PSU | 300W-14% | 350W |
| Power Connector | None | 1x 6-pin |
| Length | 145mm | — |
| Height | 69mm | — |
| Slots | 1 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 65°C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 5.1 | 6.8+33% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GT 610 launched at $49 MSRP and currently averages $49, while the Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8470 Dual launched at $150 and now averages $50. The GeForce GT 610 costs 2% less ($1 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 6.8 (GeForce GT 610) vs 6.8 (Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8470 Dual) — the Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8470 Dual offers 0% better value. The Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8470 Dual is the newer GPU (2013 vs 2012).
| Feature | GeForce GT 610 | Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8470 Dual |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $49-67% | $150 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $49-2% | $50 |
| Performance per Dollar | 6.8 | 6.8 |
| Codename | GK107 | — |
| Release | June 5 2012 | August 1 2013 |
| Ranking | #837 | #863 |
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