GeForce GTX 470M SLI
VS
GeForce GTX 650 Ti

GeForce GTX 470M SLI vs GeForce GTX 650 Ti

NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 470M SLI

2010Core: 535 MHz
VS
NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 650 Ti

2012Core: 928 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

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

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. The GeForce GTX 470M SLI is positioned at rank #276 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. 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 GeForce GTX 470M SLI

#266
Radeon RX 550X (móvel)
MSRP: $35|Avg: $35
641%
#268
581%
#269
580%
#273
GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50
527%
#274
Radeon RX 6300
MSRP: $60|Avg: $40
524%
#276
GeForce GTX 470M SLI
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $60
100%
#277
Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200G
MSRP: $99|Avg: $70
100%
#279
Radeon RX Vega 9
MSRP: $99|Avg: $50
99%
#282
Iris Xe Graphics G7
MSRP: $200|Avg: $100
98%
#283
Radeon R9 M395
MSRP: $300|Avg: $300
97%
#285
GeForce GT 755M SLI
MSRP: $200|Avg: $50
97%
#286
GeForce GTX 950A
MSRP: $159|Avg: $30
97%
#288
Radeon 540X
MSRP: $99|Avg: $40
95%
#289
GeForce 930MX
MSRP: $80|Avg: $25
94%
#291
GeForce MX250
MSRP: $150|Avg: $150
94%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 470M SLI is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.6% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 650 Ti.

InsightGeForce GTX 470M SLIGeForce GTX 650 Ti
Performance
Leading raw performance (+0.6%)
Lower raw frame rates (-0.6%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi (2010−2014))
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / Kepler (2012−2018))
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM
❌ Less VRAM capacity
✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency
💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit
📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 650 Ti offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 650 Ti holds the technical lead. Priced at $30 (vs $60), it costs 50% less, resulting in a 98.8% higher cost efficiency score.

InsightGeForce GTX 470M SLIGeForce GTX 650 Ti
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Better overall value (+98.8%)
Upfront Cost
⚠️Higher upfront cost ($60)
More affordable ($30)

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 470M SLI and GeForce GTX 650 Ti

NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 470M SLI

The GeForce GTX 470M SLI is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in November 1 2010. It features the Fermi architecture. The core clock speed is 535 MHz. It has 576 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,540 points.

NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 650 Ti

The GeForce GTX 650 Ti is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in October 9 2012. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 928 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 110W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,525 points. Launch price was $149.

Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 470M SLI scores 2,540 and the GeForce GTX 650 Ti reaches 2,525 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.6% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 470M SLI is built on Fermi while the GeForce GTX 650 Ti uses Kepler, both on 40 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 576 (GeForce GTX 470M SLI) vs 768 (GeForce GTX 650 Ti).

FeatureGeForce GTX 470M SLIGeForce GTX 650 Ti
G3D Mark Score
2,540
2,525
Architecture
Fermi
Kepler
Process Node
40 nm
28 nm
Shading Units
576
768+33%

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureGeForce GTX 470M SLIGeForce GTX 650 Ti
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)

Both cards feature 2 GB of GDDR5. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit.

FeatureGeForce GTX 470M SLIGeForce GTX 650 Ti
VRAM Capacity
2 GB
2 GB
Memory Type
GDDR5
GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth
Unknown
86.4 GB/s
Bus Width
128-bit
128-bit
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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 11 (GeForce GTX 470M SLI) vs 11.0 (GeForce GTX 650 Ti). Vulkan: None vs 1.2. OpenGL: 4.0 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 3.

FeatureGeForce GTX 470M SLIGeForce GTX 650 Ti
DirectX
11
11.0
Vulkan
None
1.2
OpenGL
4.0
4.6+15%
Max Displays
3
3
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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: None (GeForce GTX 470M SLI) vs NVENC (1st Gen) (GeForce GTX 650 Ti). Decoder: VP4 vs PureVideo VP5. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (GeForce GTX 470M SLI) vs MPEG-2,VC-1,H.264 (GeForce GTX 650 Ti).

FeatureGeForce GTX 470M SLIGeForce GTX 650 Ti
Encoder
None
NVENC (1st Gen)
Decoder
VP4
PureVideo VP5
Codecs
H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2
MPEG-2,VC-1,H.264
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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 470M SLI draws 75W versus the GeForce GTX 650 Ti's 110W — a 37.8% difference. The GeForce GTX 470M SLI is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GTX 470M SLI) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 650 Ti). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs 1x 6-pin. Card length: 0mm vs 145mm, occupying 0 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 90 vs 70.

FeatureGeForce GTX 470M SLIGeForce GTX 650 Ti
TDP
75W-32%
110W
Recommended PSU
350W-13%
400W
Power Connector
1x 6-pin
1x 6-pin
Length
0mm
145mm
Height
0mm
111mm
Slots
0-100%
2
Temp (Load)
90
70-22%
Perf/Watt
33.9+47%
23.0
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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 650 Ti costs 50% less ($30 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 42.3 (GeForce GTX 470M SLI) vs 84.2 (GeForce GTX 650 Ti) — the GeForce GTX 650 Ti offers 99.1% better value. The GeForce GTX 650 Ti is the newer GPU (2012 vs 2010).

FeatureGeForce GTX 470M SLIGeForce GTX 650 Ti
MSRP
$149
Avg Price (30d)
$60
$30-50%
Performance per Dollar
42.3
84.2+99%
Codename
N11E-GT
GK106
Release
November 1 2010
October 9 2012
Ranking
#627
#633