GeForce GTX 470M SLI vs GeForce RTX 2060

GeForce GTX 470M SLI

2010Core: 535 MHz

GeForce RTX 2060

2019Core: 1365 MHzBoost: 1680 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

GeForce GTX 470M SLI

2,540

0.0%

GeForce RTX 2070 with Max-Q Design

GeForce RTX 2060 12GB

GeForce RTX 3060 Ti

GeForce RTX 2060

160

14,114

+455.7%

GeForce GTX 1650

GeForce GTX TITAN Black

GeForce RTX 3050 6GB

GeForce RTX 3050 8GB

GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile

RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation

RTX 4000 Ada Generation

GeForce RTX 3080 Ti

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

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

581%

#269

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

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

⚠️ Generational Difference

The GeForce RTX 2060 is significantly newer (2019 vs 2010). The GeForce RTX 2060 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GTX 470M SLI lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce RTX 2060 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 455.7% higher G3D Mark score and 200% more VRAM (6 GB vs 2 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 470M SLI.

Insight	GeForce GTX 470M SLI	GeForce RTX 2060
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-455.7%)	✅Leading raw performance (+455.7%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi (2010−2014))	Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	🎮 High Capacity (6 GB)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	—	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce RTX 2060 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $120 (vs $60), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 177.8% better value per dollar than the GeForce GTX 470M SLI.

Insight	GeForce GTX 470M SLI	GeForce RTX 2060
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+177.8%)
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($60)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($120)

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 470M SLI Benchmark Check

GeForce RTX 2060 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 470M SLI and GeForce RTX 2060

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.

GeForce RTX 2060

The GeForce RTX 2060 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 7 2019. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 1365 MHz to 1680 MHz. It has 1920 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 160W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. It features 30 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 14,114 points. Launch price was $349.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce GTX 470M SLI scores 2,540 versus the GeForce RTX 2060's 14,114 — the GeForce RTX 2060 leads by 455.7%. The GeForce GTX 470M SLI is built on Fermi while the GeForce RTX 2060 uses Turing, both on 40 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 576 (GeForce GTX 470M SLI) vs 1,920 (GeForce RTX 2060).

Feature	GeForce GTX 470M SLI	GeForce RTX 2060
G3D Mark Score	2,540	14,114+456%
Architecture	Fermi	Turing
Process Node	40 nm	12 nm
Shading Units	576	1920+233%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 470M SLI	GeForce RTX 2060
Upscaling Tech	FSR 2.1 (Compatible)	DLSS 2.0
Frame Generation	FSR 3 (Compatible)	FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	NVIDIA Reflex

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce GTX 470M SLI comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 2060 has 6 GB. The GeForce RTX 2060 offers 200% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 192-bit.

Feature	GeForce GTX 470M SLI	GeForce RTX 2060
VRAM Capacity	2 GB	6 GB+200%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR6
Memory Bandwidth	Unknown	336 GB/s
Bus Width	128-bit	192-bit+50%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 11 (GeForce GTX 470M SLI) vs 12 Ultimate (12_2) (GeForce RTX 2060). Vulkan: None vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.0 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 4.

Feature	GeForce GTX 470M SLI	GeForce RTX 2060
DirectX	11	12 Ultimate (12_2)+9%
Vulkan	None	1.3
OpenGL	4.0	4.6+15%
Max Displays	3	4+33%

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: None (GeForce GTX 470M SLI) vs NVENC (Turing) (GeForce RTX 2060). Decoder: VP4 vs NVDEC (Turing). Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (GeForce GTX 470M SLI) vs H.264,H.265,VP9,VP8,MPEG-2,VC-1 (GeForce RTX 2060).

Feature	GeForce GTX 470M SLI	GeForce RTX 2060
Encoder	None	NVENC (Turing)
Decoder	VP4	NVDEC (Turing)
Codecs	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2	H.264,H.265,VP9,VP8,MPEG-2,VC-1

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 470M SLI draws 75W versus the GeForce RTX 2060's 160W — a 72.3% difference. The GeForce GTX 470M SLI is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GTX 470M SLI) vs 500W (GeForce RTX 2060). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs 8-pin. Card length: 0mm vs 229mm, occupying 0 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 90 vs 72.

Feature	GeForce GTX 470M SLI	GeForce RTX 2060
TDP	75W-53%	160W
Recommended PSU	350W-30%	500W
Power Connector	1x 6-pin	8-pin
Length	0mm	229mm
Height	0mm	113mm
Slots	0-100%	2
Temp (Load)	90	72-20%
Perf/Watt	33.9	88.2+160%

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 470M SLI costs 50% less ($60 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 42.3 (GeForce GTX 470M SLI) vs 117.6 (GeForce RTX 2060) — the GeForce RTX 2060 offers 178% better value. The GeForce RTX 2060 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2010).