GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2 vs GeForce GTX 680

GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2

2010Core: 732 MHz

GeForce GTX 680

2012Core: 1006 MHzBoost: 1058 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2

219

5,500

0.0%

GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile

RTX 4000 Ada Generation Laptop GPU

GeForce GTX 680

195

5,609

+2.0%

GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile

RTX 4000 Ada Generation Laptop GPU

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

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Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar

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Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 680 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2.

Insight	GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2	GeForce GTX 680
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-2%)	✅Leading raw performance (+2%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi 2.0 (2010−2014))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / Kepler (2012−2018))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency	Normal Efficiency	Normal Efficiency
Case Fit	Standard Size (267mm)	Standard Size (256mm)

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 680 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 680 holds the technical lead. Priced at $40 (vs $45), it costs 11% less, resulting in a 14.7% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2	GeForce GTX 680
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+14.7%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($45)	✅More affordable ($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 570 Rev. 2 Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 680 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2 and GeForce GTX 680

GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2

The GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2 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: 5,500 points. Launch price was $349.

GeForce GTX 680

The GeForce GTX 680 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 22 2012. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 1006 MHz to 1058 MHz. It has 1536 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 195W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 5,609 points. Launch price was $499.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2 scores 5,500 and the GeForce GTX 680 reaches 5,609 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2 is built on Fermi 2.0 while the GeForce GTX 680 uses Kepler, both on 40 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 480 (GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2) vs 1,536 (GeForce GTX 680). Raw compute: 1.405 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2) vs 3.25 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 680).

Feature	GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2	GeForce GTX 680
G3D Mark Score	5,500	5,609+2%
Architecture	Fermi 2.0	Kepler
Process Node	40 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	480	1536+220%
Compute (TFLOPS)	1.405 TFLOPS	3.25 TFLOPS+131%
ROPs	40+25%	32
TMUs	60	128+113%
L1 Cache	960 KB+650%	128 KB
L2 Cache	640 KB+25%	512 KB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2	GeForce GTX 680
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)

Both cards feature 4 GB of GDDR5. Memory bandwidth: 156 GB/s (GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2) vs 192.2 GB/s (GeForce GTX 680) — a 23.2% advantage for the GeForce GTX 680. Bus width: 320-bit vs 256-bit. L2 Cache: 640 KB (GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2) vs 512 KB (GeForce GTX 680) — the GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2	GeForce GTX 680
VRAM Capacity	4 GB	4 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	156 GB/s	192.2 GB/s+23%
Bus Width	320-bit+25%	256-bit
L2 Cache	640 KB+25%	512 KB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (11_0) (GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2) vs 12 (FL 11_0) (GeForce GTX 680). Vulkan: 1.2 vs 1.1. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 4.

Feature	GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2	GeForce GTX 680
DirectX	12 (11_0)	12 (FL 11_0)
Vulkan	1.2+9%	1.1
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	3	4+33%

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: PureVideo HD VP4 (GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2) vs NVENC 1st gen (GeForce GTX 680). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP4 vs PureVideo VP5. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 ASP (GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2) vs H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (GeForce GTX 680).

Feature	GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2	GeForce GTX 680
Encoder	PureVideo HD VP4	NVENC 1st gen
Decoder	PureVideo HD VP4	PureVideo VP5
Codecs	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 ASP	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2 draws 219W versus the GeForce GTX 680's 195W — a 11.6% difference. The GeForce GTX 680 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 550W (GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2) vs 550W (GeForce GTX 680). Power connectors: 2x 6-pin vs 2x 6-pin. Card length: 267mm vs 256mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 85°C vs 98°C.

Feature	GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2	GeForce GTX 680
TDP	219W	195W-11%
Recommended PSU	550W	550W
Power Connector	2x 6-pin	2x 6-pin
Length	267mm	256mm
Height	111mm	111mm
Slots	2	2
Temp (Load)	85°C-13%	98°C
Perf/Watt	25.1	28.8+15%

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2 launched at $349 MSRP and currently averages $45, while the GeForce GTX 680 launched at $499 and now averages $40. The GeForce GTX 680 costs 11.1% less ($5 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 122.2 (GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2) vs 140.2 (GeForce GTX 680) — the GeForce GTX 680 offers 14.7% better value. The GeForce GTX 680 is the newer GPU (2012 vs 2010).