GeForce GTX 460 vs GeForce GTX 560M 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 560M SLI

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Radeon RX 8060S

MSRP: $500|Avg: $500

98%

#47

Radeon RX 6700S

MSRP: $479|Avg: $300

97%

#153

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

334%

#155

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

303%

#156

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

302%

#160

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

275%

#161

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

273%

#163

GeForce GTX 560M SLI

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#172

GeForce GT 540M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $30

97%

#177

GeForce GTX 860M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

95%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 460 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0% higher G3D Mark score. However, the GeForce GTX 560M SLI offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.

Insight	GeForce GTX 460	GeForce GTX 560M SLI
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+0%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-0%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi (2010−2014))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / Fermi (2010−2014))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+166.7%)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	—	—

💎 Value Proposition

While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce GTX 460 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 Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 560M SLI Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 460 and GeForce GTX 560M SLI

GeForce GTX 460

The GeForce GTX 460 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in July 12 2010. It features the Fermi architecture. The core clock speed is 675 MHz. It has 336 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 160W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,275 points. Launch price was $229.

GeForce GTX 560M SLI

The GeForce GTX 560M SLI is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 6 2011. It features the Fermi architecture. The core clock speed is 775 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 100W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,274 points.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 460 scores 2,275 and the GeForce GTX 560M SLI reaches 2,274 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 460 is built on Fermi while the GeForce GTX 560M SLI uses Fermi, both on a 40 nm process. Shader units: 336 (GeForce GTX 460) vs 384 (GeForce GTX 560M SLI).

Feature	GeForce GTX 460	GeForce GTX 560M SLI
G3D Mark Score	2,275	2,274
Architecture	Fermi	Fermi
Process Node	40 nm	40 nm
Shading Units	336	384+14%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 460	GeForce GTX 560M 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 comes with 768 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 560M SLI has 2 GB. The GeForce GTX 560M SLI offers 166.7% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit.

Feature	GeForce GTX 460	GeForce GTX 560M SLI
VRAM Capacity	0.75 GB	2 GB+167%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	Unknown	Unknown
Bus Width	128-bit	128-bit

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Media & Encoding

Supported codecs: H.264 (GeForce GTX 460) vs H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 ASP (GeForce GTX 560M SLI).

Feature	GeForce GTX 460	GeForce GTX 560M SLI
Encoder	—	PureVideo HD VP4
Decoder	—	PureVideo HD VP4
Codecs	H.264	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 ASP

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 460 draws 160W versus the GeForce GTX 560M SLI's 100W — a 46.2% difference. The GeForce GTX 560M SLI is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 450W (GeForce GTX 460) vs 350W (GeForce GTX 560M SLI). Power connectors: 2x 6-pin vs 1x 6-pin.