GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2 vs GeForce GTX 970XM FORCE
GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2
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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 GeForce GTX 970XM FORCE
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce GTX 970XM FORCE is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 3.2% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2 | GeForce GTX 970XM FORCE |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-3.2%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+3.2%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | — | Standard Size (267mm) |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce GTX 970XM FORCE 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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2 and GeForce GTX 970XM FORCE
GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2
The GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in September 10 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 863 MHz to 902 MHz. It has 2304 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 250W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 6,500 points. Launch price was $649.
GeForce GTX 970XM FORCE
The GeForce GTX 970XM FORCE is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in October 7 2014. It features the Maxwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 924 MHz to 1038 MHz. It has 1280 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 81W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 6,707 points. Launch price was $2,560.89.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2 scores 6,500 and the GeForce GTX 970XM FORCE reaches 6,707 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 3.2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2 is built on Kepler while the GeForce GTX 970XM FORCE uses Maxwell 2.0, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 2,304 (GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2) vs 1,280 (GeForce GTX 970XM FORCE). Raw compute: 4.156 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2) vs 2.657 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 970XM FORCE). Boost clocks: 902 MHz vs 1038 MHz.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2 | GeForce GTX 970XM FORCE |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 6,500 | 6,707+3% |
| Architecture | Kepler | Maxwell 2.0 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 2304+80% | 1280 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 4.156 TFLOPS+56% | 2.657 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 902 MHz | 1038 MHz+15% |
| ROPs | 48 | 48 |
| TMUs | 192+140% | 80 |
| L1 Cache | 192 KB | 480 KB+150% |
| L2 Cache | 1.5 MB | 1.5 MB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2 | GeForce GTX 970XM FORCE |
|---|---|---|
| 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)
Both cards feature 4 GB of GDDR5. Memory bandwidth: 288 GB/s (GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2) vs 120 GB/s (GeForce GTX 970XM FORCE) — a 140% advantage for the GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2. Bus width: 384-bit vs 192-bit.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2 | GeForce GTX 970XM FORCE |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 288 GB/s+140% | 120 GB/s |
| Bus Width | 384-bit+100% | 192-bit |
| L2 Cache | 1.5 MB | 1.5 MB |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2 draws 250W versus the GeForce GTX 970XM FORCE's 81W — a 102.1% difference. The GeForce GTX 970XM FORCE is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 600W (GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2) vs 350W (GeForce GTX 970XM FORCE). Power connectors: 6-pin + 8-pin vs 1x 6-pin.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2 | GeForce GTX 970XM FORCE |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 250W | 81W-68% |
| Recommended PSU | 600W | 350W-42% |
| Power Connector | 6-pin + 8-pin | 1x 6-pin |
| Length | — | 267mm |
| Height | — | 111mm |
| Slots | — | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 75°C |
| Perf/Watt | 26.0 | 82.8+218% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GTX 970XM FORCE is the newer GPU (2014 vs 2013).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2 | GeForce GTX 970XM FORCE |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $649 | — |
| Avg Price (30d) | $60 | — |
| Codename | GK110B | GM204 |
| Release | September 10 2013 | October 7 2014 |
| Ranking | #487 | #408 |
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