GeForce GTX 470M SLI vs GRID M40
GeForce GTX 470M SLI
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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 GRID M40 is on rank 265, so the GRID M40 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GeForce GTX 470M SLI
Performance Per Dollar GRID M40
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The GRID M40 is significantly newer (2016 vs 2010). The GRID M40 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 GTX 470M SLI is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.6% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GRID M40.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 470M SLI | GRID M40 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.6%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.6%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi (2010−2014)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Maxwell (2014−2017)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce GTX 470M SLI offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 470M SLI holds the technical lead. Priced at $60 (vs $100), it costs 40% less, resulting in a 69.3% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 470M SLI | GRID M40 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+69.3%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($60) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($100) |
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 GRID M40
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.
GRID M40
The GRID M40 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 18 2016. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 1033 MHz to 1000 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,500 points.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce GTX 470M SLI scores 2,540 and the GRID M40 reaches 2,500 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.6% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 470M SLI is built on Fermi while the GRID M40 uses Maxwell, both on 40 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 576 (GeForce GTX 470M SLI) vs 384 (GRID M40).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 470M SLI | GRID M40 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 2,540+2% | 2,500 |
| Architecture | Fermi | Maxwell |
| Process Node | 40 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 576+50% | 384 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GTX 470M SLI | GRID M40 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Video Memory (VRAM)
Both cards feature 2 GB of GDDR5. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 470M SLI | GRID M40 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | 2 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 128-bit+100% | 64-bit |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GTX 470M SLI draws 75W versus the GRID M40's 50W — a 40% difference. The GRID M40 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GTX 470M SLI) vs 350W (GRID M40). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 470M SLI | GRID M40 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 75W | 50W-33% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | 1x 6-pin | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 0mm | — |
| Height | 0mm | — |
| Slots | 0 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 90 | — |
| Perf/Watt | 33.9 | 50.0+47% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GTX 470M SLI costs 40% less ($40 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 42.3 (GeForce GTX 470M SLI) vs 25.0 (GRID M40) — the GeForce GTX 470M SLI offers 69.2% better value. The GRID M40 is the newer GPU (2016 vs 2010).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 470M SLI | GRID M40 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | — | $1000 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $60-40% | $100 |
| Performance per Dollar | 42.3+69% | 25.0 |
| Codename | N11E-GT | GM107 |
| Release | November 1 2010 | May 18 2016 |
| Ranking | #627 | #742 |
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