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GeForce GTX 470M SLI
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Radeon HD 6950
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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.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GeForce GTX 470M SLI
Performance Per Dollar
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Radeon HD 6950 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.1% higher G3D Mark score. However, the GeForce GTX 470M SLI offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 470M SLI | Radeon HD 6950 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.1%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+2.1%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi (2010−2014)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / TeraScale 3 (2010−2013)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+100%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | Standard Size (275mm) |
💎 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 63.3% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 470M SLI | Radeon HD 6950 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+63.3%) | ❌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 Radeon HD 6950
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 6950
The Radeon HD 6950 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in December 14 2010. It features the TeraScale 3 architecture. The boost clock speed is 800 MHz. It has 1408 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 200W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,593 points. Launch price was $299.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce GTX 470M SLI scores 2,540 and the Radeon HD 6950 reaches 2,593 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 470M SLI is built on Fermi while the Radeon HD 6950 uses TeraScale 3, both on a 40 nm process. Shader units: 576 (GeForce GTX 470M SLI) vs 1,408 (Radeon HD 6950).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 470M SLI | Radeon HD 6950 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 2,540 | 2,593+2% |
| Architecture | Fermi | TeraScale 3 |
| Process Node | 40 nm | 40 nm |
| Shading Units | 576 | 1408+144% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GTX 470M SLI | Radeon HD 6950 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce GTX 470M SLI comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the Radeon HD 6950 has 1 GB. The GeForce GTX 470M SLI offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 470M SLI | Radeon HD 6950 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB+100% | 1 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | Unknown |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 128-bit |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 11 (GeForce GTX 470M SLI) vs 11_2 (Radeon HD 6950). Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 470M SLI | Radeon HD 6950 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 11 | 11_2 |
| Max Displays | 3 | 4+33% |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: None (GeForce GTX 470M SLI) vs UVD 3 (Radeon HD 6950). Decoder: VP4 vs UVD 3.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 470M SLI | Radeon HD 6950 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | None | UVD 3 |
| Decoder | VP4 | UVD 3 |
| Codecs | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 | — |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GTX 470M SLI draws 75W versus the Radeon HD 6950's 200W — a 90.9% difference. The GeForce GTX 470M SLI is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GTX 470M SLI) vs 500W (Radeon HD 6950). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs 2x 6-pin. Card length: 0mm vs 275mm, occupying 0 vs 2 slots.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 470M SLI | Radeon HD 6950 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 75W-63% | 200W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W-30% | 500W |
| Power Connector | 1x 6-pin | 2x 6-pin |
| Length | 0mm | 275mm |
| Height | 0mm | — |
| Slots | 0-100% | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 90 | — |
| Perf/Watt | 33.9+161% | 13.0 |
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 25.9 (Radeon HD 6950) — the GeForce GTX 470M SLI offers 63.3% better value.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 470M SLI | Radeon HD 6950 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | — | $299 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $60-40% | $100 |
| Performance per Dollar | 42.3+63% | 25.9 |
| Codename | N11E-GT | Cayman |
| Release | November 1 2010 | December 14 2010 |
| Ranking | #627 | #623 |
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