GeForce GTX 470 vs GRID P4-2Q

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 GRID P4-2Q

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Quadro GV100

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100%

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Tesla P40

MSRP: $5699|Avg: $150

98%

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GRID RTX6000-1Q

MSRP: $6299|Avg: $1500

95%

#113

Quadro RTX 8000

MSRP: $9999|Avg: $9999

94%

#114

Quadro GP100

MSRP: $7000|Avg: $1335

93%

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Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

7001%

#285

GRID P4-2Q

MSRP: $1500|Avg: $235

100%

#286

Tesla C2070

MSRP: $1499|Avg: $38

99%

#287

Quadro 2000 D

MSRP: $599|Avg: $35

98%

#289

FirePro V5900

MSRP: $599|Avg: $15

98%

#290

FirePro S9000

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $156

96%

#293

GRID P40-4Q

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150

94%

#294

RTXA5000-8Q

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $2500

93%

#296

GRID P6-2Q

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $150

93%

#298

GRID K220Q

MSRP: $469|Avg: $40

92%

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FirePro W9100

MSRP: $4000|Avg: $200

92%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GRID P4-2Q is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.5% higher G3D Mark score and 60% 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 470.

Insight	GeForce GTX 470	GRID P4-2Q
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.5%)	✅Leading raw performance (+0.5%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi (2010−2014))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+60%)
Efficiency	Normal Efficiency	Normal Efficiency
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	—

💎 Value Proposition

The GRID P4-2Q offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GRID P4-2Q holds the technical lead. Priced at $235 (vs $349), it costs 33% less, resulting in a 49.3% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce GTX 470	GRID P4-2Q
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+49.3%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($349)	✅More affordable ($235)

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.

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 470 and GRID P4-2Q

GeForce GTX 470

The GeForce GTX 470 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 26 2010. It features the Fermi architecture. The core clock speed is 607 MHz. It has 448 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 215W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,145 points. Launch price was $349.

GRID P4-2Q

The GRID P4-2Q is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in August 30 2015. It features the Maxwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 557 MHz to 1178 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 225W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,162 points.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 470 scores 3,145 and the GRID P4-2Q reaches 3,162 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.5% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 470 is built on Fermi while the GRID P4-2Q uses Maxwell 2.0, both on 40 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 448 (GeForce GTX 470) vs 2,048 (GRID P4-2Q). Raw compute: 1.089 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 470) vs 4.825 TFLOPS (GRID P4-2Q).

Feature	GeForce GTX 470	GRID P4-2Q
G3D Mark Score	3,145	3,162
Architecture	Fermi	Maxwell 2.0
Process Node	40 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	448	2048+357%
Compute (TFLOPS)	1.089 TFLOPS	4.825 TFLOPS+343%
ROPs	40	64+60%
TMUs	56	128+129%
L1 Cache	896 KB+17%	768 KB
L2 Cache	0.63 MB	2 MB+217%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 470	GRID P4-2Q
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 470 comes with 1 GB of VRAM, while the GRID P4-2Q has 2 GB. The GRID P4-2Q offers 60% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 0.63 MB (GeForce GTX 470) vs 2 MB (GRID P4-2Q) — the GRID P4-2Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce GTX 470	GRID P4-2Q
VRAM Capacity	1.25 GB	2 GB+60%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	128-bit+100%	64-bit
L2 Cache	0.63 MB	2 MB+217%

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 470 draws 215W versus the GRID P4-2Q's 225W — a 4.5% difference. The GeForce GTX 470 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 550W (GeForce GTX 470) vs 350W (GRID P4-2Q). Power connectors: 2x 6-pin vs PCIe-powered.

Feature	GeForce GTX 470	GRID P4-2Q
TDP	215W-4%	225W
Recommended PSU	550W	350W-36%
Power Connector	2x 6-pin	PCIe-powered
Length	241mm	—
Height	111mm	—
Slots	2	—
Temp (Load)	93	—
Perf/Watt	14.6+4%	14.1

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 470 launched at $349 MSRP and currently averages $349, while the GRID P4-2Q launched at $1500 and now averages $235. The GRID P4-2Q costs 32.7% less ($114 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 9.0 (GeForce GTX 470) vs 13.5 (GRID P4-2Q) — the GRID P4-2Q offers 50% better value. The GRID P4-2Q is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2010).