GeForce GTX 485M SLI vs GeForce GTX 960A
GeForce GTX 485M SLI
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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 485M SLI is positioned at rank 227 and the GeForce GTX 960A is on rank 270, so the GeForce GTX 485M SLI 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 485M SLI
Performance Per Dollar GeForce GTX 960A
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce GTX 960A is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 3.1% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 485M SLI.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 485M SLI | GeForce GTX 960A |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-3.1%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+3.1%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / Fermi (2010−2014)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell (2014−2017)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | — | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce GTX 960A 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 485M SLI and GeForce GTX 960A
GeForce GTX 485M SLI
The GeForce GTX 485M SLI is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 6 2011. It features the Fermi architecture. The core clock speed is 575 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 100W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,360 points.
GeForce GTX 960A
The GeForce GTX 960A is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 13 2015. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 1029 MHz to 1085 MHz. It has 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,465 points.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce GTX 485M SLI scores 3,360 and the GeForce GTX 960A reaches 3,465 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 3.1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 485M SLI is built on Fermi while the GeForce GTX 960A uses Maxwell, both on 40 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 768 (GeForce GTX 485M SLI) vs 640 (GeForce GTX 960A).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 485M SLI | GeForce GTX 960A |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 3,360 | 3,465+3% |
| Architecture | Fermi | Maxwell |
| Process Node | 40 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 768+20% | 640 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GTX 485M SLI | GeForce GTX 960A |
|---|---|---|
| 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)
Both cards feature 2 GB of GDDR5. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 485M SLI | GeForce GTX 960A |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | 2 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | Unknown |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 128-bit |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 (11_0) (GeForce GTX 485M SLI) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 960A). Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 0.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 485M SLI | GeForce GTX 960A |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 (11_0) | 12 |
| Max Displays | 2 | 0 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: PureVideo HD VP4 (GeForce GTX 485M SLI) vs NVENC 1st Gen (GeForce GTX 960A). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP4 vs NVDEC 1st Gen.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 485M SLI | GeForce GTX 960A |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | PureVideo HD VP4 | NVENC 1st Gen |
| Decoder | PureVideo HD VP4 | NVDEC 1st Gen |
| Codecs | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 ASP | — |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GTX 485M SLI draws 100W versus the GeForce GTX 960A's 75W — a 28.6% difference. The GeForce GTX 960A is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GTX 485M SLI) vs 350W (GeForce GTX 960A). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs 1x 6-pin.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 485M SLI | GeForce GTX 960A |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 100W | 75W-25% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | 1x 6-pin | 1x 6-pin |
| Length | — | 1mm |
| Slots | 0 | 0 |
| Temp (Load) | 92°C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 33.6 | 46.2+38% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GTX 960A is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2011).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 485M SLI | GeForce GTX 960A |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | — | $199 |
| Avg Price (30d) | — | $60 |
| Codename | N11E-GTX-A1 | GM107 |
| Release | January 6 2011 | March 13 2015 |
| Ranking | #542 | #546 |
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