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GeForce GTX 590
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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 590 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.9% higher G3D Mark score and 50% more VRAM (3 GB vs 2 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 750.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 590 | GeForce GTX 750 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.9%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.9%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / Fermi 2.0 (2010−2014)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Maxwell (2014−2017)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+50%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | — | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce GTX 750 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 750 holds the technical lead. Priced at $35 (vs $100), it costs 65% less, resulting in a 183.2% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 590 | GeForce GTX 750 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+183.2%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($100) | ✅More affordable ($35) |
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 590 and GeForce GTX 750
GeForce GTX 590
The GeForce GTX 590 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 24 2011. It features the Fermi 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 607 MHz. It has 1024 ×2 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 365W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,341 points. Launch price was $699.
GeForce GTX 750
The GeForce GTX 750 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in February 18 2014. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 1020 MHz to 1085 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 55W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,312 points. Launch price was $119.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce GTX 590 scores 3,341 and the GeForce GTX 750 reaches 3,312 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.9% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 590 is built on Fermi 2.0 while the GeForce GTX 750 uses Maxwell, both on 40 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 1,024 (GeForce GTX 590) vs 512 (GeForce GTX 750). Raw compute: 1.244 TFLOPS ×2 (GeForce GTX 590) vs 1.111 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 750).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 590 | GeForce GTX 750 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 3,341 | 3,312 |
| Architecture | Fermi 2.0 | Maxwell |
| Process Node | 40 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 1024 ×2+100% | 512 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 1.244 TFLOPS ×2+12% | 1.111 TFLOPS |
| ROPs | 48 ×2+200% | 16 |
| TMUs | 64 ×2+100% | 32 |
| L1 Cache | 1 MB+300% | 0.25 MB |
| L2 Cache | 0.75 MB | 2 MB+167% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GTX 590 | GeForce GTX 750 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 590 comes with 3 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 750 has 2 GB. The GeForce GTX 590 offers 50% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 256-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 0.75 MB (GeForce GTX 590) vs 2 MB (GeForce GTX 750) — the GeForce GTX 750 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 590 | GeForce GTX 750 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 3 GB+50% | 2 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | 80 GB/s |
| Bus Width | 256-bit+100% | 128-bit |
| L2 Cache | 0.75 MB | 2 MB+167% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 (11_0) (GeForce GTX 590) vs 12_0 (GeForce GTX 750). Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 3.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 590 | GeForce GTX 750 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 (11_0) | 12_0 |
| Max Displays | 4+33% | 3 |
Media & Encoding
Decoder: PureVideo HD (VP5) vs NVDEC 1st Gen. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (GeForce GTX 590) vs H.264 (GeForce GTX 750).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 590 | GeForce GTX 750 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | — | NVENC 3rd Gen |
| Decoder | PureVideo HD (VP5) | NVDEC 1st Gen |
| Codecs | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 | H.264 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GTX 590 draws 365W versus the GeForce GTX 750's 55W — a 147.6% difference. The GeForce GTX 750 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 700W (GeForce GTX 590) vs 300W (GeForce GTX 750). Power connectors: 2x 8-pin vs None.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 590 | GeForce GTX 750 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 365W | 55W-85% |
| Recommended PSU | 700W | 300W-57% |
| Power Connector | 2x 8-pin | None |
| Length | — | 145mm |
| Slots | 2 | 1-50% |
| Temp (Load) | 90°C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 9.2 | 60.2+554% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GTX 590 launched at $699 MSRP and currently averages $100, while the GeForce GTX 750 launched at $120 and now averages $35. The GeForce GTX 750 costs 65% less ($65 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 33.4 (GeForce GTX 590) vs 94.6 (GeForce GTX 750) — the GeForce GTX 750 offers 183.2% better value. The GeForce GTX 750 is the newer GPU (2014 vs 2011).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 590 | GeForce GTX 750 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $699 | $120-83% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $100 | $35-65% |
| Performance per Dollar | 33.4 | 94.6+183% |
| Codename | GF110 | GM107 |
| Release | March 24 2011 | February 18 2014 |
| Ranking | #555 | #559 |
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