GeForce GTX 670MX vs GeForce GTX 460 v2

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. The GeForce GTX 670MX is positioned at rank #111 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Balanced cost-benefit for your build. 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 GeForce GTX 670MX

#101

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

274%

#103

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

249%

#104

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

248%

#108

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

226%

#109

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

224%

#111

GeForce GTX 670MX

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#114

Radeon RX 470 (móvel)

MSRP: $179|Avg: $40

99%

#116

GeForce GTX 880M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

97%

#117

GeForce MX570

MSRP: $150|Avg: $120

97%

#118

Radeon RX 6500

MSRP: $199|Avg: $150

97%

#119

GeForce 825M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $30

96%

#121

Radeon HD 6970M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $48

96%

#123

Radeon HD 6970M Crossfire

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

95%

#126

GeForce GT 550M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $30

95%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 460 v2 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.9% higher G3D Mark score. However, the GeForce GTX 670MX offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.

Insight	GeForce GTX 670MX	GeForce GTX 460 v2
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.9%)	✅Leading raw performance (+1.9%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / Kepler (2012−2018))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / Fermi 2.0 (2010−2014))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	✅ More VRAM (+200%)	❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	—	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce GTX 460 v2 remains the clear technical winner. Check real-time availability to determine if the performance gap justifies the market price.

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 670MX Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 460 v2 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 670MX and GeForce GTX 460 v2

GeForce GTX 670MX

The GeForce GTX 670MX is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in October 1 2012. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 600 MHz. It has 960 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,978 points.

GeForce GTX 460 v2

The GeForce GTX 460 v2 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in September 24 2011. It features the Fermi 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 779 MHz. It has 336 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 160W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,016 points. Launch price was $199.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 670MX scores 1,978 and the GeForce GTX 460 v2 reaches 2,016 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.9% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 670MX is built on Kepler while the GeForce GTX 460 v2 uses Fermi 2.0, both on 28 nm vs 40 nm. Shader units: 960 (GeForce GTX 670MX) vs 336 (GeForce GTX 460 v2). Raw compute: 1.154 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 670MX) vs 1.046 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 460 v2).

Feature	GeForce GTX 670MX	GeForce GTX 460 v2
G3D Mark Score	1,978	2,016+2%
Architecture	Kepler	Fermi 2.0
Process Node	28 nm	40 nm
Shading Units	960+186%	336
Compute (TFLOPS)	1.154 TFLOPS+10%	1.046 TFLOPS
ROPs	24	24
TMUs	80+43%	56
L1 Cache	80 KB	448 KB+460%
L2 Cache	384 KB	384 KB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 670MX	GeForce GTX 460 v2
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)

The GeForce GTX 670MX comes with 3 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 460 v2 has 1 GB. The GeForce GTX 670MX offers 200% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit.

Feature	GeForce GTX 670MX	GeForce GTX 460 v2
VRAM Capacity	3 GB+200%	1 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	Unknown	Unknown
Bus Width	128-bit	128-bit
L2 Cache	384 KB	384 KB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (11_0) (GeForce GTX 670MX) vs 12 (FL 11_0) (GeForce GTX 460 v2). OpenGL: 4.2 vs 4.1. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 2.

Feature	GeForce GTX 670MX	GeForce GTX 460 v2
DirectX	12 (11_0)	12 (FL 11_0)
OpenGL	4.2+2%	4.1
Max Displays	4+100%	2

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 1st Gen (GeForce GTX 670MX) vs Legacy (GeForce GTX 460 v2). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP5 vs PureVideo VP4. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 ASP (GeForce GTX 670MX) vs H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 ASP (GeForce GTX 460 v2).

Feature	GeForce GTX 670MX	GeForce GTX 460 v2
Encoder	NVENC 1st Gen	Legacy
Decoder	PureVideo HD VP5	PureVideo VP4
Codecs	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 ASP	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 ASP

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 670MX draws 75W versus the GeForce GTX 460 v2's 160W — a 72.3% difference. The GeForce GTX 670MX is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GTX 670MX) vs 450W (GeForce GTX 460 v2). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs 2x 6-pin.

Feature	GeForce GTX 670MX	GeForce GTX 460 v2
TDP	75W-53%	160W
Recommended PSU	350W-22%	450W
Power Connector	1x 6-pin	2x 6-pin
Length	—	210mm
Height	—	111mm
Slots	0-100%	2
Temp (Load)	85°C	—
Perf/Watt	26.4+110%	12.6