GeForce GTX 560 vs GeForce GTX 770M

CPU

GPU

GeForce GTX 560

2011Core: 810 MHz

GeForce GTX 770M

2013Core: 811 MHzBoost: 797 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

GeForce GTX 560

150

2,768

0.0%

RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation

GeForce GTX 770M

2,784

+0.6%

RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation

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.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar GeForce GTX 770M

#19

Radeon RX 5600

MSRP: $229|Avg: $150

92%

#44

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

195%

#46

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

177%

#47

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

176%

#51

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

160%

#52

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

159%

#54

GeForce GTX 770M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $40

100%

#58

GeForce 770M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $40

97%

#62

Radeon 820M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $25

96%

#65

GeForce GTX 1650 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

94%

#66

GeForce GTX 1050 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

94%

#68

GeForce GTX 850M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $40

91%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 770M is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.6% higher G3D Mark score and 200% more VRAM (3 GB vs 1 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 560.

Insight	GeForce GTX 560	GeForce GTX 770M
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.6%)	✅Leading raw performance (+0.6%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / Fermi 2.0 (2010−2014))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+200%)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	—	—

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 560 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 560 holds the technical lead. Priced at $30 (vs $40), it costs 25% less, resulting in a 32.6% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce GTX 560	GeForce GTX 770M
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+32.6%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($30)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($40)

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.

GeForce GTX 560 Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 770M Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 560 and GeForce GTX 770M

GeForce GTX 560

The GeForce GTX 560 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 17 2011. It features the Fermi 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 810 MHz. It has 336 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,768 points. Launch price was $199.

GeForce GTX 770M

The GeForce GTX 770M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 30 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 811 MHz to 797 MHz. It has 960 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,784 points. Launch price was $189.99.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 560 scores 2,768 and the GeForce GTX 770M reaches 2,784 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.6% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 560 is built on Fermi 2.0 while the GeForce GTX 770M uses Kepler, both on 40 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 336 (GeForce GTX 560) vs 960 (GeForce GTX 770M). Raw compute: 1.089 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 560) vs 1.53 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 770M).

Feature	GeForce GTX 560	GeForce GTX 770M
G3D Mark Score	2,768	2,784
Architecture	Fermi 2.0	Kepler
Process Node	40 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	336	960+186%
Compute (TFLOPS)	1.089 TFLOPS	1.53 TFLOPS+40%
ROPs	32+33%	24
TMUs	56	80+43%
L1 Cache	448 KB+460%	80 KB
L2 Cache	512 KB+33%	384 KB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 560	GeForce GTX 770M
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

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce GTX 560 comes with 1 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 770M has 3 GB. The GeForce GTX 770M offers 200% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 512 KB (GeForce GTX 560) vs 384 KB (GeForce GTX 770M) — the GeForce GTX 560 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce GTX 560	GeForce GTX 770M
VRAM Capacity	1 GB	3 GB+200%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	Unknown	Unknown
Bus Width	128-bit	128-bit
L2 Cache	512 KB+33%	384 KB

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Media & Encoding

Supported codecs: H.264 (GeForce GTX 560) vs H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 (GeForce GTX 770M).

Feature	GeForce GTX 560	GeForce GTX 770M
Encoder	—	1st Gen NVENC (Kepler)
Decoder	—	PureVideo HD VP5
Codecs	H.264	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 560 draws 150W versus the GeForce GTX 770M's 75W — a 66.7% difference. The GeForce GTX 770M is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 500W (GeForce GTX 560) vs 350W (GeForce GTX 770M). Power connectors: 2x 6-pin vs 1x 6-pin.

Feature	GeForce GTX 560	GeForce GTX 770M
TDP	150W	75W-50%
Recommended PSU	500W	350W-30%
Power Connector	2x 6-pin	1x 6-pin
Slots	—	0
Temp (Load)	—	75°C
Perf/Watt	18.5	37.1+101%

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 560 costs 25% less ($10 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 92.3 (GeForce GTX 560) vs 69.6 (GeForce GTX 770M) — the GeForce GTX 560 offers 32.6% better value. The GeForce GTX 770M is the newer GPU (2013 vs 2011).