GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2 vs GeForce GTX 590

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.

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Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 590 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.3% higher G3D Mark score and 50% more VRAM (3 GB vs 2 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2.

Insight	GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2	GeForce GTX 590
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.3%)	✅Leading raw performance (+0.3%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / Fermi 2.0 (2010−2014))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / Fermi 2.0 (2010−2014))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+50%)
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	—

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2 holds the technical lead. Priced at $30 (vs $100), it costs 70% less, resulting in a 232.3% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2	GeForce GTX 590
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+232.3%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($30)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($100)

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.

GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2 Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 590 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2 and GeForce GTX 590

GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2

The GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 15 2011. It features the Fermi 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 783 MHz. It has 192 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 106W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,331 points.

GeForce GTX 590

The GeForce GTX 590 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 24 2011. It features the Fermi 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 607 MHz. It has 1024 ×2 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 365W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,341 points. Launch price was $699.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2 scores 3,331 and the GeForce GTX 590 reaches 3,341 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.3% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2 is built on Fermi 2.0 while the GeForce GTX 590 uses Fermi 2.0, both on a 40 nm process. Shader units: 192 (GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2) vs 1,024 (GeForce GTX 590). Raw compute: 0.6013 TFLOPS (GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2) vs 1.244 TFLOPS ×2 (GeForce GTX 590).

Feature	GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2	GeForce GTX 590
G3D Mark Score	3,331	3,341
Architecture	Fermi 2.0	Fermi 2.0
Process Node	40 nm	40 nm
Shading Units	192	1024 ×2+433%
Compute (TFLOPS)	0.6013 TFLOPS	1.244 TFLOPS ×2+107%
ROPs	16	48 ×2+200%
TMUs	32	64 ×2+100%
L1 Cache	0.25 MB	1 MB+300%
L2 Cache	256 KB	768 KB+200%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2	GeForce GTX 590
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 2.1 (Compatible)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	FSR 3 (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2 comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 590 has 3 GB. The GeForce GTX 590 offers 50% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 256-bit. L2 Cache: 256 KB (GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2) vs 768 KB (GeForce GTX 590) — the GeForce GTX 590 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2	GeForce GTX 590
VRAM Capacity	2 GB	3 GB+50%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	Unknown	Unknown
Bus Width	128-bit	256-bit+100%
L2 Cache	256 KB	768 KB+200%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (11_0) (GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2) vs 12 (11_0) (GeForce GTX 590). OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 4.

Feature	GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2	GeForce GTX 590
DirectX	12 (11_0)	12 (11_0)
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	2	4+100%

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Media & Encoding

Decoder: PureVideo HD VP4 vs PureVideo HD (VP5). Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2) vs H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (GeForce GTX 590).

Feature	GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2	GeForce GTX 590
Encoder	PureVideo HD VP4	—
Decoder	PureVideo HD VP4	PureVideo HD (VP5)
Codecs	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2 draws 106W versus the GeForce GTX 590's 365W — a 110% difference. The GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 400W (GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2) vs 700W (GeForce GTX 590). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs 2x 8-pin. Typical load temperature: 68°C vs 90°C.

Feature	GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2	GeForce GTX 590
TDP	106W-71%	365W
Recommended PSU	400W-43%	700W
Power Connector	1x 6-pin	2x 8-pin
Length	210mm	—
Height	111mm	—
Slots	2	2
Temp (Load)	68°C-24%	90°C
Perf/Watt	31.4+241%	9.2

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2 launched at $129 MSRP and currently averages $30, while the GeForce GTX 590 launched at $699 and now averages $100. The GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2 costs 70% less ($70 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 111.0 (GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2) vs 33.4 (GeForce GTX 590) — the GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2 offers 232.3% better value.