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GeForce GTX 480
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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.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar
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Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce GTX 480 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 3.7% higher G3D Mark score. However, the GeForce GTX 570 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 480 | GeForce GTX 570 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+3.7%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-3.7%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi (2010−2014)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi 2.0 (2010−2014)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+66.7%) |
| Efficiency | Normal Efficiency | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (267mm) | Standard Size (267mm) |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce GTX 570 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 570 holds the technical lead. Priced at $25 (vs $100), it costs 75% less, resulting in a 285.8% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 480 | GeForce GTX 570 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+285.8%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($100) | ✅More affordable ($25) |
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 480 and GeForce GTX 570
GeForce GTX 480
The GeForce GTX 480 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 26 2010. It features the Fermi architecture. The core clock speed is 700 MHz. It has 480 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 250W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,075 points. Launch price was $499.
GeForce GTX 570
The GeForce GTX 570 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in December 7 2010. It features the Fermi 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 732 MHz. It has 480 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 219W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,930 points. Launch price was $349.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce GTX 480 scores 4,075 and the GeForce GTX 570 reaches 3,930 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 3.7% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 480 is built on Fermi while the GeForce GTX 570 uses Fermi 2.0, both on a 40 nm process. Shader units: 480 (GeForce GTX 480) vs 480 (GeForce GTX 570). Raw compute: 1.345 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 480) vs 1.405 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 570).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 480 | GeForce GTX 570 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 4,075+4% | 3,930 |
| Architecture | Fermi | Fermi 2.0 |
| Process Node | 40 nm | 40 nm |
| Shading Units | 480 | 480 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 1.345 TFLOPS | 1.405 TFLOPS+4% |
| ROPs | 48+20% | 40 |
| TMUs | 60 | 60 |
| L1 Cache | 960 KB | 960 KB |
| L2 Cache | 768 KB+20% | 640 KB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GTX 480 | GeForce GTX 570 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 2.1 (Compatible) | FSR 2.1 (Compatible) |
| Frame Generation | FSR 3 (Compatible) | FSR 3 (Compatible) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce GTX 480 comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 570 has 3 GB. The GeForce GTX 570 offers 66.7% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 177.4 GB/s (GeForce GTX 480) vs 152 GB/s (GeForce GTX 570) — a 16.7% advantage for the GeForce GTX 480. Bus width: 384-bit vs 320-bit. L2 Cache: 768 KB (GeForce GTX 480) vs 640 KB (GeForce GTX 570) — the GeForce GTX 480 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 480 | GeForce GTX 570 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 1.5 GB | 2.5 GB+67% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 177.4 GB/s+17% | 152 GB/s |
| Bus Width | 384-bit+20% | 320-bit |
| L2 Cache | 768 KB+20% | 640 KB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 (11_0) (GeForce GTX 480) vs 11_0 (GeForce GTX 570). Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 2.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 480 | GeForce GTX 570 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 (11_0)+9% | 11_0 |
| Max Displays | 2 | 2 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: PureVideo HD VP4 (GeForce GTX 480) vs PureVideo HD (GeForce GTX 570). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP4 vs PureVideo HD.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 480 | GeForce GTX 570 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | PureVideo HD VP4 | PureVideo HD |
| Decoder | PureVideo HD VP4 | PureVideo HD |
| Codecs | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 ASP | — |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GTX 480 draws 250W versus the GeForce GTX 570's 219W — a 13.2% difference. The GeForce GTX 570 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 600W (GeForce GTX 480) vs 550W (GeForce GTX 570). Power connectors: 6-pin + 8-pin vs 2x 6-pin. Card length: 267mm vs 267mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 480 | GeForce GTX 570 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 250W | 219W-12% |
| Recommended PSU | 600W | 550W-8% |
| Power Connector | 6-pin + 8-pin | 2x 6-pin |
| Length | 267mm | 267mm |
| Height | 111mm | — |
| Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 90°C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 16.3 | 17.9+10% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GTX 480 launched at $499 MSRP and currently averages $100, while the GeForce GTX 570 launched at $349 and now averages $25. The GeForce GTX 570 costs 75% less ($75 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 40.8 (GeForce GTX 480) vs 157.2 (GeForce GTX 570) — the GeForce GTX 570 offers 285.3% better value.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 480 | GeForce GTX 570 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $499 | $349-30% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $100 | $25-75% |
| Performance per Dollar | 40.8 | 157.2+285% |
| Codename | GF100 | GF110 |
| Release | March 26 2010 | December 7 2010 |
| Ranking | #488 | #497 |
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