GeForce GTX 470M SLI vs Radeon HD 6850 X2

GeForce GTX 470M SLI

2010Core: 535 MHz

Radeon HD 6850 X2

2011Core: 800 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

GeForce GTX 470M SLI

2,540

+0.2%

GeForce RTX 2070 with Max-Q Design

GeForce RTX 2060 12GB

GeForce RTX 3060 Ti

Radeon HD 6850 X2

254

2,534

0.0%

Radeon RX 470 (móvel)

Radeon RX 7400

Radeon RX 7800M

Radeon RX 9060 XT 16 GB

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

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 470M SLI is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.2% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon HD 6850 X2.

Insight	GeForce GTX 470M SLI	Radeon HD 6850 X2
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+0.2%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.2%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi (2010−2014))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / TeraScale 2 (2009−2015))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	—	Standard Size (285mm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Radeon HD 6850 X2 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Radeon HD 6850 X2 holds the technical lead. Priced at $50 (vs $60), it costs 17% less, resulting in a 19.7% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce GTX 470M SLI	Radeon HD 6850 X2
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+19.7%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($60)	✅More affordable ($50)

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

Radeon HD 6850 X2 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 470M SLI and Radeon HD 6850 X2

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.

Radeon HD 6850 X2

The Radeon HD 6850 X2 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in September 19 2011. It features the TeraScale 2 architecture. The core clock speed is 800 MHz. It has 960 ×2 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 254W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,534 points.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 470M SLI scores 2,540 and the Radeon HD 6850 X2 reaches 2,534 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 470M SLI is built on Fermi while the Radeon HD 6850 X2 uses TeraScale 2, both on a 40 nm process. Shader units: 576 (GeForce GTX 470M SLI) vs 960 (Radeon HD 6850 X2).

Feature	GeForce GTX 470M SLI	Radeon HD 6850 X2
G3D Mark Score	2,540	2,534
Architecture	Fermi	TeraScale 2
Process Node	40 nm	40 nm
Shading Units	576	960 ×2+67%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 470M SLI	Radeon HD 6850 X2
Upscaling Tech	FSR 2.1 (Compatible)	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	FSR 3 (Compatible)	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	AMD Anti-Lag

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Video Memory (VRAM)

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

Feature	GeForce GTX 470M SLI	Radeon HD 6850 X2
VRAM Capacity	2 GB	2 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	Unknown	Unknown
Bus Width	128-bit	128-bit

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 11 (GeForce GTX 470M SLI) vs 11.2 (Radeon HD 6850 X2). Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 4.

Feature	GeForce GTX 470M SLI	Radeon HD 6850 X2
DirectX	11	11.2+2%
Max Displays	3	4+33%

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: None (GeForce GTX 470M SLI) vs UVD 2.2 (Radeon HD 6850 X2). Decoder: VP4 vs UVD 2.2.

Feature	GeForce GTX 470M SLI	Radeon HD 6850 X2
Encoder	None	UVD 2.2
Decoder	VP4	UVD 2.2
Codecs	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2	—

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 470M SLI draws 75W versus the Radeon HD 6850 X2's 254W — a 108.8% difference. The GeForce GTX 470M SLI is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GTX 470M SLI) vs 600W (Radeon HD 6850 X2). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs 2x 8-pin. Card length: 0mm vs 285mm, occupying 0 vs 2 slots.

Feature	GeForce GTX 470M SLI	Radeon HD 6850 X2
TDP	75W-70%	254W
Recommended PSU	350W-42%	600W
Power Connector	1x 6-pin	2x 8-pin
Length	0mm	285mm
Height	0mm	—
Slots	0-100%	2
Temp (Load)	90	—
Perf/Watt	33.9+239%	10.0

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Value Analysis

The Radeon HD 6850 X2 costs 16.7% less ($10 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 42.3 (GeForce GTX 470M SLI) vs 50.7 (Radeon HD 6850 X2) — the Radeon HD 6850 X2 offers 19.9% better value. The Radeon HD 6850 X2 is the newer GPU (2011 vs 2010).