GeForce GTX 570 vs Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870
GeForce GTX 570
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Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870
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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 Per Dollar
Performance Per Dollar Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870 is significantly newer (2018 vs 2010). The Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GTX 570 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce GTX 570 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.2% higher G3D Mark score and 100+% more VRAM (3 GB vs 0 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 570 | Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.2%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.2%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi 2.0 (2010−2014)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / Vega (2017−2020)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | ✨ FSR 3 / AFMF Support |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+100+%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (267mm) | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce GTX 570 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $25 versus $150 for the Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870, it costs 83% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 501.2% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 570 | Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+501.2%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($25) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($150) |
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 570 and Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870
GeForce GTX 570
The GeForce GTX 570 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: 3,930 points. Launch price was $349.
Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870
The Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in January 7 2018. It features the Vega architecture. The core clock ranges from 931 MHz to 1011 MHz. It has 1280 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 65W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,922 points.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce GTX 570 scores 3,930 and the Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870 reaches 3,922 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 570 is built on Fermi 2.0 while the Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870 uses Vega, both on 40 nm vs 14 nm. Shader units: 480 (GeForce GTX 570) vs 1,280 (Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 570 | Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 3,930 | 3,922 |
| Architecture | Fermi 2.0 | Vega |
| Process Node | 40 nm | 14 nm |
| Shading Units | 480 | 1280+167% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GTX 570 | Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 2.1 (Compatible) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | FSR 3 (Compatible) | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | AMD Anti-Lag |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce GTX 570 comes with 3 GB of VRAM, while the Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870 has 0 MB. The GeForce GTX 570 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 152 GB/s (GeForce GTX 570) vs 179.2 GB/s (Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870) — a 17.9% advantage for the Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870. Bus width: 320-bit vs 1024-bit.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 570 | Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2.5 GB | Shared System RAM |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | HBM2 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 152 GB/s | 179.2 GB/s+18% |
| Bus Width | 320-bit | 1024-bit+220% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 11_0 (GeForce GTX 570) vs 12 (12_1) (Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870). Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 6.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 570 | Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 11_0 | 12 (12_1)+9% |
| Max Displays | 2 | 6+200% |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: PureVideo HD (GeForce GTX 570) vs VCE 3.0 (Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870). Decoder: PureVideo HD vs UVD 6.3.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 570 | Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | PureVideo HD | VCE 3.0 |
| Decoder | PureVideo HD | UVD 6.3 |
| Codecs | — | H.264,H.265,VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GTX 570 draws 219W versus the Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870's 65W — a 108.5% difference. The Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 550W (GeForce GTX 570) vs 1W (Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870). Power connectors: 2x 6-pin vs Integrated. Card length: 267mm vs 0mm, occupying 2 vs 0 slots.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 570 | Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 219W | 65W-70% |
| Recommended PSU | 550W | 1W-100% |
| Power Connector | 2x 6-pin | Integrated |
| Length | 267mm | 0mm |
| Height | — | 0mm |
| Slots | 2 | 0-100% |
| Temp (Load) | — | 80 |
| Perf/Watt | 17.9 | 60.3+237% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GTX 570 launched at $349 MSRP and currently averages $25, while the Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870 launched at $150 and now averages $150. The GeForce GTX 570 costs 83.3% less ($125 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 157.2 (GeForce GTX 570) vs 26.1 (Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870) — the GeForce GTX 570 offers 502.3% better value. The Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870 is the newer GPU (2018 vs 2010).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 570 | Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $349 | $150-57% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $25-83% | $150 |
| Performance per Dollar | 157.2+502% | 26.1 |
| Codename | GF110 | Vega Kaby Lake-G |
| Release | December 7 2010 | January 7 2018 |
| Ranking | #497 | #427 |
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