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GeForce GTX 470M SLI
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Radeon Ryzen 7 4700G
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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 Radeon Ryzen 7 4700G
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The Radeon Ryzen 7 4700G is significantly newer (2025 vs 2010). The Radeon Ryzen 7 4700G 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 Radeon Ryzen 7 4700G is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.5% 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.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 470M SLI | Radeon Ryzen 7 4700G |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.5%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.5%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi (2010−2014)) | RDNA 3.0 (2022−2026) (6nm) |
| 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. Priced at $60 versus $100 for the Radeon Ryzen 7 4700G, it costs 40% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 65.8% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 470M SLI | Radeon Ryzen 7 4700G |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+65.8%) | ❌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 Ryzen 7 4700G
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 Ryzen 7 4700G
The Radeon Ryzen 7 4700G is manufactured by AMD. It was released in August 8 2025. It features the RDNA 3.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1452 MHz to 2300 MHz. It has 1792 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 43W. Manufactured using 6 nm process technology. It features 28 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,553 points.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce GTX 470M SLI scores 2,540 and the Radeon Ryzen 7 4700G reaches 2,553 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.5% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 470M SLI is built on Fermi while the Radeon Ryzen 7 4700G uses RDNA 3.0, both on 40 nm vs 6 nm. Shader units: 576 (GeForce GTX 470M SLI) vs 1,792 (Radeon Ryzen 7 4700G).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 470M SLI | Radeon Ryzen 7 4700G |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 2,540 | 2,553 |
| Architecture | Fermi | RDNA 3.0 |
| Process Node | 40 nm | 6 nm |
| Shading Units | 576 | 1792+211% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GTX 470M SLI | Radeon Ryzen 7 4700G |
|---|---|---|
| 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)
Both cards feature 2 GB of video memory. Bus width: 128-bit vs System.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 470M SLI | Radeon Ryzen 7 4700G |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | 2 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | Shared |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | System |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | System |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GTX 470M SLI draws 75W versus the Radeon Ryzen 7 4700G's 43W — a 54.2% difference. The Radeon Ryzen 7 4700G is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GTX 470M SLI) vs 300W (Radeon Ryzen 7 4700G). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs None.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 470M SLI | Radeon Ryzen 7 4700G |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 75W | 43W-43% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 300W-14% |
| Power Connector | 1x 6-pin | None |
| Length | 0mm | — |
| Height | 0mm | — |
| Slots | 0 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 90 | — |
| Perf/Watt | 33.9 | 59.4+75% |
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 25.5 (Radeon Ryzen 7 4700G) — the GeForce GTX 470M SLI offers 65.9% better value. The Radeon Ryzen 7 4700G is the newer GPU (2025 vs 2010).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 470M SLI | Radeon Ryzen 7 4700G |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | — | $299 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $60-40% | $100 |
| Performance per Dollar | 42.3+66% | 25.5 |
| Codename | N11E-GT | Navi 33 |
| Release | November 1 2010 | August 8 2025 |
| Ranking | #627 | #229 |
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