GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448 vs GeForce GTX 950
GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448
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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.
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Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce GTX 950 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 3% higher G3D Mark score. However, the GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448 | GeForce GTX 950 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-3%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+3%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / Fermi 2.0 (2010−2014)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+100%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (267mm) | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448 holds the technical lead. Priced at $30 (vs $48), it costs 38% less, resulting in a 55.3% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448 | GeForce GTX 950 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+55.3%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($30) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($48) |
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 560 Ti 448 and GeForce GTX 950
GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448
The GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in November 29 2011. It features the Fermi 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 732 MHz. It has 448 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 210W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 5,200 points. Launch price was $289.
GeForce GTX 950
The GeForce GTX 950 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in August 20 2015. It features the Maxwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1024 MHz to 1188 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 90W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 5,357 points. Launch price was $159.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448 scores 5,200 and the GeForce GTX 950 reaches 5,357 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 3% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448 is built on Fermi 2.0 while the GeForce GTX 950 uses Maxwell 2.0, both on 40 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 448 (GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448) vs 768 (GeForce GTX 950). Raw compute: 1.312 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448) vs 1.825 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 950).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448 | GeForce GTX 950 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 5,200 | 5,357+3% |
| Architecture | Fermi 2.0 | Maxwell 2.0 |
| Process Node | 40 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 448 | 768+71% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 1.312 TFLOPS | 1.825 TFLOPS+39% |
| ROPs | 40+25% | 32 |
| TMUs | 56+17% | 48 |
| L1 Cache | 896 KB+211% | 288 KB |
| L2 Cache | 0.63 MB | 1 MB+59% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448 | GeForce GTX 950 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 560 Ti 448 comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 950 has 2 GB. The GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 156 GB/s (GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448) vs 106 GB/s (GeForce GTX 950) — a 47.2% advantage for the GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448. Bus width: 320-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 0.63 MB (GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448) vs 1 MB (GeForce GTX 950) — the GeForce GTX 950 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448 | GeForce GTX 950 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB+100% | 2 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 156 GB/s+47% | 106 GB/s |
| Bus Width | 320-bit+150% | 128-bit |
| L2 Cache | 0.63 MB | 1 MB+59% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 (FL 11_0) (GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448) vs 12_1 (GeForce GTX 950). Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448 | GeForce GTX 950 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 (FL 11_0) | 12_1 |
| Max Displays | 3 | 4+33% |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: UVD 4.0 (GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448) vs NVENC 2nd Gen (GeForce GTX 950). Decoder: PureVideo VP4 vs NVDEC 2nd Gen. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448) vs H.264,H.265 (GeForce GTX 950).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448 | GeForce GTX 950 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | UVD 4.0 | NVENC 2nd Gen |
| Decoder | PureVideo VP4 | NVDEC 2nd Gen |
| Codecs | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 | H.264,H.265 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448 draws 210W versus the GeForce GTX 950's 90W — a 80% difference. The GeForce GTX 950 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 550W (GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448) vs 350W (GeForce GTX 950). Power connectors: 2x 6-pin vs 1x 6-pin. Card length: 267mm vs 202mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448 | GeForce GTX 950 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 210W | 90W-57% |
| Recommended PSU | 550W | 350W-36% |
| Power Connector | 2x 6-pin | 1x 6-pin |
| Length | 267mm | 202mm |
| Height | 111mm | — |
| Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 76°C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 24.8 | 59.5+140% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448 launched at $289 MSRP and currently averages $30, while the GeForce GTX 950 launched at $159 and now averages $48. The GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448 costs 37.5% less ($18 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 173.3 (GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448) vs 111.6 (GeForce GTX 950) — the GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448 offers 55.3% better value. The GeForce GTX 950 is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2011).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448 | GeForce GTX 950 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $289 | $159-45% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $30-38% | $48 |
| Performance per Dollar | 173.3+55% | 111.6 |
| Codename | GF110 | GM206 |
| Release | November 29 2011 | August 20 2015 |
| Ranking | #571 | #425 |
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