GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2 vs GRID M60-8A

GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2

2010Core: 732 MHz

GRID M60-8A

2015Core: 557 MHzBoost: 1178 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

GRID M60-8A

225

5,523

+0.4%

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

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 GRID M60-8A

#110

Quadro GV100

MSRP: $8999|Avg: $8999

95%

#111

Tesla P40

MSRP: $5699|Avg: $150

94%

#112

GRID RTX6000-1Q

MSRP: $6299|Avg: $1500

90%

#113

Quadro RTX 8000

MSRP: $9999|Avg: $9999

90%

#264

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

6685%

#279

GRID P6-4Q

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $150

100%

#280

GRID M60-8A

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $120

100%

#282

Quadro K4000

MSRP: $1269|Avg: $100

97%

#284

GRID P4-2Q

MSRP: $1500|Avg: $235

95%

#286

Tesla C2070

MSRP: $1499|Avg: $38

94%

#288

Quadro 2000 D

MSRP: $599|Avg: $35

94%

#289

FirePro V5900

MSRP: $599|Avg: $15

93%

#290

FirePro S9000

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $156

91%

#293

GRID P40-4Q

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150

90%

#294

RTXA5000-8Q

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $2500

89%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GRID M60-8A is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.4% 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	GRID M60-8A
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.4%)	✅Leading raw performance (+0.4%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi 2.0 (2010−2014))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency	Normal Efficiency	Normal Efficiency
Case Fit	Standard Size (267mm)	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2 holds the technical lead. Priced at $45 (vs $120), it costs 63% less, resulting in a 165.6% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2	GRID M60-8A
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+165.6%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($45)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($120)

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

GRID M60-8A Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2 and GRID M60-8A

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.

GRID M60-8A

The GRID M60-8A is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in August 30 2015. It features the Maxwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 557 MHz to 1178 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 225W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 5,523 points.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2 scores 5,500 and the GRID M60-8A reaches 5,523 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.4% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2 is built on Fermi 2.0 while the GRID M60-8A uses Maxwell 2.0, both on 40 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 480 (GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2) vs 2,048 (GRID M60-8A). Raw compute: 1.405 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2) vs 4.825 TFLOPS (GRID M60-8A).

Feature	GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2	GRID M60-8A
G3D Mark Score	5,500	5,523
Architecture	Fermi 2.0	Maxwell 2.0
Process Node	40 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	480	2048+327%
Compute (TFLOPS)	1.405 TFLOPS	4.825 TFLOPS+243%
ROPs	40	64+60%
TMUs	60	128+113%
L1 Cache	960 KB+25%	768 KB
L2 Cache	0.63 MB	2 MB+217%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2	GRID M60-8A
Upscaling Tech	FSR 2.1 (Compatible)	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	FSR 3 (Compatible)	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

Both cards feature 4 GB of video memory. Bus width: 320-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 0.63 MB (GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2) vs 2 MB (GRID M60-8A) — the GRID M60-8A has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2	GRID M60-8A
VRAM Capacity	4 GB	4 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR6
Bus Width	320-bit+150%	128-bit
L2 Cache	0.63 MB	2 MB+217%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (11_0) (GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2) vs 12_1 (GRID M60-8A). Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 0.

Feature	GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2	GRID M60-8A
DirectX	12 (11_0)	12_1
Max Displays	3	0

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2 draws 219W versus the GRID M60-8A's 225W — a 2.7% difference. The GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 550W (GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2) vs 350W (GRID M60-8A). Power connectors: 2x 6-pin vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 267mm vs 1mm, occupying 2 vs 0 slots.

Feature	GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2	GRID M60-8A
TDP	219W-3%	225W
Recommended PSU	550W	350W-36%
Power Connector	2x 6-pin	PCIe-powered
Length	267mm	1mm
Height	111mm	—
Slots	2	0-100%
Temp (Load)	85°C	—
Perf/Watt	25.1+2%	24.5

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2 launched at $349 MSRP and currently averages $45, while the GRID M60-8A launched at $2500 and now averages $120. The GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2 costs 62.5% less ($75 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 122.2 (GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2) vs 46.0 (GRID M60-8A) — the GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2 offers 165.7% better value. The GRID M60-8A is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2010).