GeForce GTX 690 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.

Value Upgrade Path

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Performance Per Dollar

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Performance Per Dollar

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Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 690 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.7% higher G3D Mark score. However, the GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.

Insight	GeForce GTX 690	GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+0.7%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.7%)
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 (+100%)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	Standard Size (279mm)	Standard Size (267mm)

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 690 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 690 holds the technical lead. Priced at $45 (vs $45), it costs 0% less, resulting in a 0.7% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce GTX 690	GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+0.7%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing

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 690 Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 690 and GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2

GeForce GTX 690

The GeForce GTX 690 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 3 2012. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 915 MHz to 1019 MHz. It has 3072 ×2 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 300W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 5,536 points. Launch price was $999.

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 690 scores 5,536 and the GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2 reaches 5,500 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.7% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 690 is built on Kepler while the GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2 uses Fermi 2.0, both on 28 nm vs 40 nm. Shader units: 3,072 (GeForce GTX 690) vs 480 (GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2). Raw compute: 3.13 TFLOPS ×2 (GeForce GTX 690) vs 1.405 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2).

Feature	GeForce GTX 690	GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2
G3D Mark Score	5,536	5,500
Architecture	Kepler	Fermi 2.0
Process Node	28 nm	40 nm
Shading Units	3072 ×2+540%	480
Compute (TFLOPS)	3.13 TFLOPS ×2+123%	1.405 TFLOPS
ROPs	32 ×2	40+25%
TMUs	128 ×2+113%	60
L1 Cache	128 KB	960 KB+650%
L2 Cache	512 KB	640 KB+25%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 690	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)

The GeForce GTX 690 comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2 has 4 GB. The GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 192.2 GB/s x2 (GeForce GTX 690) vs 156 GB/s (GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2) — a 23.2% advantage for the GeForce GTX 690. Bus width: 256-bit x2 vs 320-bit. L2 Cache: 512 KB (GeForce GTX 690) 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 690	GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2
VRAM Capacity	2 GB	4 GB+100%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	192.2 GB/s x2+23%	156 GB/s
Bus Width	256-bit x2	320-bit+25%
L2 Cache	512 KB	640 KB+25%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12_0 (GeForce GTX 690) vs 12 (11_0) (GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2). Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 3.

Feature	GeForce GTX 690	GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2
DirectX	12_0	12 (11_0)
Max Displays	4+33%	3

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 1st Gen (GeForce GTX 690) vs PureVideo HD VP4 (GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2). Decoder: VP5 vs PureVideo HD VP4.

Feature	GeForce GTX 690	GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2
Encoder	NVENC 1st Gen	PureVideo HD VP4
Decoder	VP5	PureVideo HD VP4
Codecs	—	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 ASP

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 690 draws 300W versus the GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2's 219W — a 31.2% difference. The GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 650W (GeForce GTX 690) vs 550W (GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2). Power connectors: 2x 8-pin vs 2x 6-pin. Card length: 279mm vs 267mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots.

Feature	GeForce GTX 690	GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2
TDP	300W	219W-27%
Recommended PSU	650W	550W-15%
Power Connector	2x 8-pin	2x 6-pin
Length	279mm	267mm
Height	—	111mm
Slots	2	2
Temp (Load)	—	85°C
Perf/Watt	18.5	25.1+36%

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 690 launched at $999 MSRP and currently averages $45, while the GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2 launched at $349 and now averages $45. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 123.0 (GeForce GTX 690) vs 122.2 (GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2) — the GeForce GTX 690 offers 0.7% better value. The GeForce GTX 690 is the newer GPU (2012 vs 2010).