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GeForce GTX 470M
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Quadro 5000
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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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The GeForce GTX 470M is positioned at rank 38 and the Quadro 5000 is on rank 367, so the GeForce GTX 470M 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
Performance Per Dollar Quadro 5000
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Quadro 5000 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.5% higher G3D Mark score and 66.7% more VRAM (3 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.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 470M | Quadro 5000 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.5%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.5%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi (2010−2014)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / Fermi (2010−2014)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+66.7%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the Quadro 5000 remains the clear technical winner. Check real-time availability to determine if the performance gap justifies the market price.
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 and Quadro 5000
GeForce GTX 470M
The GeForce GTX 470M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in September 3 2010. It features the Fermi architecture. The core clock speed is 535 MHz. It has 288 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,953 points.
Quadro 5000
The Quadro 5000 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in February 23 2011. It features the Fermi architecture. The core clock speed is 513 MHz. It has 352 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 152W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,963 points. Launch price was $2,499.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce GTX 470M scores 1,953 and the Quadro 5000 reaches 1,963 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.5% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 470M is built on Fermi while the Quadro 5000 uses Fermi, both on a 40 nm process. Shader units: 288 (GeForce GTX 470M) vs 352 (Quadro 5000). Raw compute: 0.6163 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 470M) vs 0.7223 TFLOPS (Quadro 5000).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 470M | Quadro 5000 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,953 | 1,963 |
| Architecture | Fermi | Fermi |
| Process Node | 40 nm | 40 nm |
| Shading Units | 288 | 352+22% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 0.6163 TFLOPS | 0.7223 TFLOPS+17% |
| ROPs | 24 | 40+67% |
| TMUs | 48+9% | 44 |
| L1 Cache | 384 KB | 704 KB+83% |
| L2 Cache | 384 KB | 640 KB+67% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GTX 470M | Quadro 5000 |
|---|---|---|
| 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)
The GeForce GTX 470M comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the Quadro 5000 has 3 GB. The Quadro 5000 offers 66.7% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 384 KB (GeForce GTX 470M) vs 640 KB (Quadro 5000) — the Quadro 5000 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 470M | Quadro 5000 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 1.5 GB | 2.5 GB+67% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 128-bit+100% | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 384 KB | 640 KB+67% |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GTX 470M draws 75W versus the Quadro 5000's 152W — a 67.8% difference. The GeForce GTX 470M is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GTX 470M) vs 350W (Quadro 5000). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 470M | Quadro 5000 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 75W-51% | 152W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | 1x 6-pin | PCIe-powered |
| Slots | 0 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 85°C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 26.0+102% | 12.9 |
Value Analysis
The Quadro 5000 is the newer GPU (2011 vs 2010).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 470M | Quadro 5000 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | — | $2499 |
| Avg Price (30d) | — | $100 |
| Codename | GF104 | GF100 |
| Release | September 3 2010 | February 23 2011 |
| Ranking | #689 | #687 |
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