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GeForce GTX 465
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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
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Performance Per Dollar
Performance Per Dollar RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q is significantly newer (2025 vs 2010). The RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GTX 465 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 3.5% 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 465.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 465 | RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-3.5%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+3.5%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi (2010−2014)) | Blackwell 2.0 (2025−2026) (5nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+100%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | Standard Size (304mm) |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce GTX 465 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $40 versus $8,565 for the RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q, it costs 100% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 20587.6% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 465 | RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+20587.6%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($40) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($8,565) |
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 GTX 465 and RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q
GeForce GTX 465
The GeForce GTX 465 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 31 2010. It features the Fermi architecture. The core clock speed is 607 MHz. It has 352 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 200W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,654 points. Launch price was $279.
RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q
The RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 18 2025. It features the Blackwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1590 MHz to 2617 MHz. It has 24064 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 600W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 188 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,747 points. Launch price was $8,565.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce GTX 465 scores 2,654 and the RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q reaches 2,747 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 3.5% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 465 is built on Fermi while the RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q uses Blackwell 2.0, both on 40 nm vs 5 nm. Shader units: 352 (GeForce GTX 465) vs 24,064 (RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q). Raw compute: 0.8554 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 465) vs 126 TFLOPS (RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 465 | RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 2,654 | 2,747+4% |
| Architecture | Fermi | Blackwell 2.0 |
| Process Node | 40 nm | 5 nm |
| Shading Units | 352 | 24064+6736% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 0.8554 TFLOPS | 126 TFLOPS+14630% |
| ROPs | 32 | 192+500% |
| TMUs | 44 | 752+1609% |
| L1 Cache | 0.69 MB | 23.5 MB+3306% |
| L2 Cache | 0.5 MB | 128 MB+25500% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GTX 465 | RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 2.1 (Compatible) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | FSR 3 (Compatible) | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce GTX 465 comes with 1 GB of VRAM, while the RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q has 2 GB. The RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 102.6 GB/s (GeForce GTX 465) vs 1792 GB/s (RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q) — a 1646.6% advantage for the RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q. Bus width: 256-bit vs 512-bit. L2 Cache: 0.5 MB (GeForce GTX 465) vs 128 MB (RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q) — the RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 465 | RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 1 GB | 2 GB+100% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR7 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 102.6 GB/s | 1792 GB/s+1647% |
| Bus Width | 256-bit | 512-bit+100% |
| L2 Cache | 0.5 MB | 128 MB+25500% |
Display & API Support
Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 465 | RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q |
|---|---|---|
| Max Displays | 2 | 4+100% |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: None (GeForce GTX 465) vs NVENC 9th Gen (RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q). Decoder: VP4 vs NVDEC 6th Gen. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (GeForce GTX 465) vs AV1,HEVC,H.264,VP9 (RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 465 | RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | None | NVENC 9th Gen |
| Decoder | VP4 | NVDEC 6th Gen |
| Codecs | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 | AV1,HEVC,H.264,VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GTX 465 draws 200W versus the RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q's 600W — a 100% difference. The GeForce GTX 465 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 550W (GeForce GTX 465) vs 350W (RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q). Power connectors: 2x 6-pin vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 241mm vs 304mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 465 | RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 200W-67% | 600W |
| Recommended PSU | 550W | 350W-36% |
| Power Connector | 2x 6-pin | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 241mm | 304mm |
| Height | 111mm | 137mm |
| Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 85 | — |
| Perf/Watt | 13.3+189% | 4.6 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GTX 465 launched at $279 MSRP and currently averages $40, while the RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q launched at $8565 and now averages $8565. The GeForce GTX 465 costs 99.5% less ($8525 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 66.3 (GeForce GTX 465) vs 0.3 (RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q) — the GeForce GTX 465 offers 22000% better value. The RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q is the newer GPU (2025 vs 2010).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 465 | RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $279-97% | $8565 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $40-100% | $8565 |
| Performance per Dollar | 66.3+22000% | 0.3 |
| Codename | GF100 | GB202 |
| Release | May 31 2010 | March 18 2025 |
| Ranking | #618 | #609 |
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