GeForce GTX 670 vs GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2

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

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🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.6% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 670.

Insight	GeForce GTX 670	GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.6%)	✅Leading raw performance (+2.6%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / Kepler (2012−2018))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi 2.0 (2010−2014))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	Standard Size (267mm)

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 670 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 670 holds the technical lead. Priced at $20 (vs $45), it costs 56% less, resulting in a 119.3% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce GTX 670	GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+119.3%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($20)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($45)

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.

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 670 and GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2

GeForce GTX 670

The GeForce GTX 670 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 10 2012. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 915 MHz to 980 MHz. It has 1344 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 170W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 5,361 points. Launch price was $399.

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.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 670 scores 5,361 and the GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2 reaches 5,500 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.6% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 670 is built on Kepler while the GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2 uses Fermi 2.0, both on 28 nm vs 40 nm. Shader units: 1,344 (GeForce GTX 670) vs 480 (GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2). Raw compute: 2.634 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 670) vs 1.405 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2).

Feature	GeForce GTX 670	GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2
G3D Mark Score	5,361	5,500+3%
Architecture	Kepler	Fermi 2.0
Process Node	28 nm	40 nm
Shading Units	1344+180%	480
Compute (TFLOPS)	2.634 TFLOPS+87%	1.405 TFLOPS
ROPs	32	40+25%
TMUs	112+87%	60
L1 Cache	112 KB	960 KB+757%
L2 Cache	512 KB	640 KB+25%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 670	GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2
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: 192 GB/s (GeForce GTX 670) vs 156 GB/s (GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2) — a 23.1% advantage for the GeForce GTX 670. Bus width: 256-bit vs 320-bit. L2 Cache: 512 KB (GeForce GTX 670) vs 640 KB (GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2) — the GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce GTX 670	GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2
VRAM Capacity	4 GB	4 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	192 GB/s+23%	156 GB/s
Bus Width	256-bit	320-bit+25%
L2 Cache	512 KB	640 KB+25%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (11_0) (GeForce GTX 670) vs 12 (11_0) (GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2). Vulkan: N/A vs 1.2. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 3.

Feature	GeForce GTX 670	GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2
DirectX	12 (11_0)	12 (11_0)
Vulkan	N/A	1.2
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	4+33%	3

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC (3rd Gen) (GeForce GTX 670) vs PureVideo HD VP4 (GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2). Decoder: NVDEC (1st Gen) vs PureVideo HD VP4. Supported codecs: H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1 (GeForce GTX 670) vs H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 ASP (GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2).

Feature	GeForce GTX 670	GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2
Encoder	NVENC (3rd Gen)	PureVideo HD VP4
Decoder	NVDEC (1st Gen)	PureVideo HD VP4
Codecs	H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 ASP

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 670 draws 170W versus the GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2's 219W — a 25.2% difference. The GeForce GTX 670 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 500W (GeForce GTX 670) vs 550W (GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2). Power connectors: 2x 6-pin vs 2x 6-pin. Card length: 241mm vs 267mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 82 C vs 85°C.

Feature	GeForce GTX 670	GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2
TDP	170W-22%	219W
Recommended PSU	500W-9%	550W
Power Connector	2x 6-pin	2x 6-pin
Length	241mm	267mm
Height	111mm	111mm
Slots	2	2
Temp (Load)	82 C-4%	85°C
Perf/Watt	31.5+25%	25.1

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 670 launched at $399 MSRP and currently averages $20, while the GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2 launched at $349 and now averages $45. The GeForce GTX 670 costs 55.6% less ($25 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 268.1 (GeForce GTX 670) vs 122.2 (GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2) — the GeForce GTX 670 offers 119.4% better value. The GeForce GTX 670 is the newer GPU (2012 vs 2010).