GeForce GTX 460 v2 vs GeForce GTX 480M SLI

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.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar GeForce GTX 480M SLI

#355

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

1059%

#357

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

960%

#358

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

958%

#362

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

871%

#363

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

865%

#365

GeForce GTX 480M SLI

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#367

GeForce 615

MSRP: $50|Avg: $15

99%

#369

Radeon Ryzen 7 6800HS

MSRP: $600|Avg: $600

98%

#370

GeForce GT 730A

MSRP: $75|Avg: $20

97%

#372

Radeon HD 7660G

MSRP: $50|Avg: $50

94%

#373

Radeon R7 M270DX

MSRP: $100|Avg: $20

94%

#374

Radeon HD 6670/7670

MSRP: $99|Avg: $40

93%

#375

Radeon 620

MSRP: $100|Avg: $50

93%

#376

Radeon R5 435

MSRP: $80|Avg: $80

93%

#377

Radeon R9 M470X

MSRP: $350|Avg: $350

90%

#379

Radeon R9 M380

MSRP: $300|Avg: $300

89%

#380

Radeon HD 7640G

MSRP: $50|Avg: $50

89%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 480M SLI is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.7% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (2 GB vs 1 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 460 v2.

Insight	GeForce GTX 460 v2	GeForce GTX 480M SLI
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.7%)	✅Leading raw performance (+1.7%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / Fermi 2.0 (2010−2014))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi (2010−2014))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+100%)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	—

💎 Value Proposition

While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce GTX 480M SLI remains the clear technical winner. Check real-time availability to determine if the performance gap justifies the market price.

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 GTX 460 v2 Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 480M SLI Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 460 v2 and GeForce GTX 480M SLI

GeForce GTX 460 v2

The GeForce GTX 460 v2 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in September 24 2011. It features the Fermi 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 779 MHz. It has 336 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 160W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,016 points. Launch price was $199.

GeForce GTX 480M SLI

The GeForce GTX 480M SLI is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 25 2010. It features the Fermi architecture. The core clock speed is 425 MHz. It has 704 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 100W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,050 points.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 460 v2 scores 2,016 and the GeForce GTX 480M SLI reaches 2,050 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.7% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 460 v2 is built on Fermi 2.0 while the GeForce GTX 480M SLI uses Fermi, both on a 40 nm process. Shader units: 336 (GeForce GTX 460 v2) vs 704 (GeForce GTX 480M SLI).

Feature	GeForce GTX 460 v2	GeForce GTX 480M SLI
G3D Mark Score	2,016	2,050+2%
Architecture	Fermi 2.0	Fermi
Process Node	40 nm	40 nm
Shading Units	336	704+110%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 460 v2	GeForce GTX 480M SLI
Upscaling Tech	FSR 2.1 (Compatible)	FSR 2.1 (Compatible)
Frame Generation	FSR 3 (Compatible)	FSR 3 (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce GTX 460 v2 comes with 1 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 480M SLI has 2 GB. The GeForce GTX 480M SLI offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit.

Feature	GeForce GTX 460 v2	GeForce GTX 480M SLI
VRAM Capacity	1 GB	2 GB+100%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	Unknown	Unknown
Bus Width	128-bit	128-bit

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (FL 11_0) (GeForce GTX 460 v2) vs 12 (11_0) (GeForce GTX 480M SLI). OpenGL: 4.1 vs 4.0. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 2.

Feature	GeForce GTX 460 v2	GeForce GTX 480M SLI
DirectX	12 (FL 11_0)	12 (11_0)
OpenGL	4.1+2%	4.0
Max Displays	2	2

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: Legacy (GeForce GTX 460 v2) vs PureVideo HD VP4 (GeForce GTX 480M SLI). Decoder: PureVideo VP4 vs PureVideo HD VP4. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 ASP (GeForce GTX 460 v2) vs H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 ASP (GeForce GTX 480M SLI).

Feature	GeForce GTX 460 v2	GeForce GTX 480M SLI
Encoder	Legacy	PureVideo HD VP4
Decoder	PureVideo VP4	PureVideo HD VP4
Codecs	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 ASP	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 ASP

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 460 v2 draws 160W versus the GeForce GTX 480M SLI's 100W — a 46.2% difference. The GeForce GTX 480M SLI is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 450W (GeForce GTX 460 v2) vs 350W (GeForce GTX 480M SLI). Power connectors: 2x 6-pin vs 1x 6-pin.

Feature	GeForce GTX 460 v2	GeForce GTX 480M SLI
TDP	160W	100W-38%
Recommended PSU	450W	350W-22%
Power Connector	2x 6-pin	1x 6-pin
Length	210mm	—
Height	111mm	—
Slots	2	0-100%
Temp (Load)	—	97°C
Perf/Watt	12.6	20.5+63%