GeForce GT 755M SLI vs Radeon R9 M470X
GeForce GT 755M SLI
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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 755M SLI is positioned at rank 285 and the Radeon R9 M470X is on rank 377, so the GeForce GT 755M SLI 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 755M SLI
Performance Per Dollar Radeon R9 M470X
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce GT 755M SLI is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.1% higher G3D Mark score. However, the Radeon R9 M470X offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | GeForce GT 755M SLI | Radeon R9 M470X |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.1%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.1%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / GCN 2.0 (2013−2017)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+100%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce GT 755M SLI offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GT 755M SLI holds the technical lead. Priced at $50 (vs $350), it costs 86% less, resulting in a 607.8% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce GT 755M SLI | Radeon R9 M470X |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+607.8%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($50) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($350) |
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 755M SLI and Radeon R9 M470X
GeForce GT 755M SLI
The GeForce GT 755M SLI is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in November 1 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 980 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 2W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,280 points.
Radeon R9 M470X
The Radeon R9 M470X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in May 15 2016. It features the GCN 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1000 MHz to 1100 MHz. It has 896 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,244 points.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce GT 755M SLI scores 3,280 and the Radeon R9 M470X reaches 3,244 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GT 755M SLI is built on Kepler while the Radeon R9 M470X uses GCN 2.0, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 768 (GeForce GT 755M SLI) vs 896 (Radeon R9 M470X).
| Feature | GeForce GT 755M SLI | Radeon R9 M470X |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 3,280+1% | 3,244 |
| Architecture | Kepler | GCN 2.0 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 768 | 896+17% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GT 755M SLI | Radeon R9 M470X |
|---|---|---|
| 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 755M SLI comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the Radeon R9 M470X has 4 GB. The Radeon R9 M470X offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | GeForce GT 755M SLI | Radeon R9 M470X |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | 4 GB+100% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | Unknown |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 128-bit+100% |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GT 755M SLI draws 2W versus the Radeon R9 M470X's 75W — a 189.6% difference. The GeForce GT 755M SLI is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GT 755M SLI) vs 350W (Radeon R9 M470X). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs Mobile.
| Feature | GeForce GT 755M SLI | Radeon R9 M470X |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 2W-97% | 75W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | Mobile |
| Slots | 0 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 90°C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 1640.0+3688% | 43.3 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GT 755M SLI launched at $200 MSRP and currently averages $50, while the Radeon R9 M470X launched at $350 and now averages $350. The GeForce GT 755M SLI costs 85.7% less ($300 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 65.6 (GeForce GT 755M SLI) vs 9.3 (Radeon R9 M470X) — the GeForce GT 755M SLI offers 605.4% better value. The Radeon R9 M470X is the newer GPU (2016 vs 2013).
| Feature | GeForce GT 755M SLI | Radeon R9 M470X |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $200-43% | $350 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $50-86% | $350 |
| Performance per Dollar | 65.6+605% | 9.3 |
| Codename | N14P-? | Emerald |
| Release | November 1 2013 | May 15 2016 |
| Ranking | #554 | #563 |
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