GeForce GTX 460 vs Quadro K3100M

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 Quadro K3100M

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Quadro K3100M

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Quadro K4100M

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88%

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Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Quadro K3100M is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.4% higher G3D Mark score and 433.3% more VRAM (4 GB vs 768 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 460.

Insight	GeForce GTX 460	Quadro K3100M
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.4%)	✅Leading raw performance (+0.4%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi (2010−2014))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+433.3%)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	—	—

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 460 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 460 holds the technical lead. Priced at $25 (vs $400), it costs 94% less, resulting in a 1494.4% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce GTX 460	Quadro K3100M
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+1494.4%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($25)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($400)

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

Quadro K3100M Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 460 and Quadro K3100M

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.

Quadro K3100M

The Quadro K3100M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in July 23 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 706 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,283 points. Launch price was $1,999.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 460 scores 2,275 and the Quadro K3100M reaches 2,283 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.4% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 460 is built on Fermi while the Quadro K3100M uses Kepler, both on 40 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 336 (GeForce GTX 460) vs 768 (Quadro K3100M). Raw compute: 0.9072 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 460) vs 1.084 TFLOPS (Quadro K3100M).

Feature	GeForce GTX 460	Quadro K3100M
G3D Mark Score	2,275	2,283
Architecture	Fermi	Kepler
Process Node	40 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	336	768+129%
Compute (TFLOPS)	0.9072 TFLOPS	1.084 TFLOPS+19%
ROPs	32	32
TMUs	56	64+14%
L1 Cache	448 KB+600%	64 KB
L2 Cache	512 KB	512 KB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 460	Quadro K3100M
Upscaling Tech	FSR 2.1 (Compatible)	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	FSR 3 (Compatible)	Not Supported
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 Quadro K3100M has 4 GB. The Quadro K3100M offers 433.3% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit.

Feature	GeForce GTX 460	Quadro K3100M
VRAM Capacity	0.75 GB	4 GB+433%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	128-bit+100%	64-bit
L2 Cache	512 KB	512 KB

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 460 draws 160W versus the Quadro K3100M's 75W — a 72.3% difference. The Quadro K3100M is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 450W (GeForce GTX 460) vs 350W (Quadro K3100M). Power connectors: 2x 6-pin vs PCIe-powered.

Feature	GeForce GTX 460	Quadro K3100M
TDP	160W	75W-53%
Recommended PSU	450W	350W-22%
Power Connector	2x 6-pin	PCIe-powered
Perf/Watt	14.2	30.4+114%

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 460 costs 93.8% less ($375 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 91.0 (GeForce GTX 460) vs 5.7 (Quadro K3100M) — the GeForce GTX 460 offers 1496.5% better value. The Quadro K3100M is the newer GPU (2013 vs 2010).