GeForce GTX 470M SLI
VS
GeForce GTX 950M

GeForce GTX 470M SLI vs GeForce GTX 950M

NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 470M SLI

2010Core: 535 MHz
VS
NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 950M

2015Core: 914 MHzBoost: 1124 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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The GeForce GTX 470M SLI is positioned at rank 276 and the GeForce GTX 950M is on rank 83, so the GeForce GTX 950M offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

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 GeForce GTX 950M

#25
Radeon RX 7600M XT
MSRP: $329|Avg: $300
95%
#73
Radeon RX 550X (móvel)
MSRP: $35|Avg: $35
232%
#75
210%
#76
210%
#80
GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50
191%
#81
Radeon RX 6300
MSRP: $60|Avg: $40
189%
#83
GeForce GTX 950M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A
100%
#86
Radeon RX 560 (móvel)
MSRP: $99|Avg: $50
97%
#92
Radeon RX 550 (móvel)
MSRP: $79|Avg: $40
95%
#95
GeForce GT 555M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $35
92%
#97
GeForce GTX 760M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $40
92%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 950M is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.4% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 470M SLI.

InsightGeForce GTX 470M SLIGeForce GTX 950M
Performance
Lower raw frame rates (-1.4%)
Leading raw performance (+1.4%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi (2010−2014))
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell (2014−2017))
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM
❌ Less VRAM capacity
✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency
Normal Efficiency
Normal Efficiency
Case Fit

💎 Value Proposition

While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce GTX 950M 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.

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 470M SLI and GeForce GTX 950M

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 950M

The GeForce GTX 950M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 13 2015. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 914 MHz to 1124 MHz. It has 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,575 points.

Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 470M SLI scores 2,540 and the GeForce GTX 950M reaches 2,575 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.4% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 470M SLI is built on Fermi while the GeForce GTX 950M uses Maxwell, both on 40 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 576 (GeForce GTX 470M SLI) vs 640 (GeForce GTX 950M).

FeatureGeForce GTX 470M SLIGeForce GTX 950M
G3D Mark Score
2,540
2,575+1%
Architecture
Fermi
Maxwell
Process Node
40 nm
28 nm
Shading Units
576
640+11%

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureGeForce GTX 470M SLIGeForce GTX 950M
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 950M
VRAM Capacity
2 GB
2 GB
Memory Type
GDDR5
GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth
Unknown
Unknown
Bus Width
128-bit
128-bit
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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 470M SLI draws 75W versus the GeForce GTX 950M's 75W — a 0% difference. The GeForce GTX 950M is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GTX 470M SLI) vs 350W (GeForce GTX 950M). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs 1x 6-pin.

FeatureGeForce GTX 470M SLIGeForce GTX 950M
TDP
75W
75W
Recommended PSU
350W
350W
Power Connector
1x 6-pin
1x 6-pin
Length
0mm
Height
0mm
Slots
0
Temp (Load)
90
Perf/Watt
33.9
34.3+1%
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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 950M is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2010).

FeatureGeForce GTX 470M SLIGeForce GTX 950M
Avg Price (30d)
$60
Codename
N11E-GT
GM107
Release
November 1 2010
March 13 2015
Ranking
#627
#626