GeForce GTX 950 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 Per Dollar

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Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.7% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (4 GB vs 2 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 950.

Insight	GeForce GTX 950	GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.7%)	✅Leading raw performance (+2.7%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi 2.0 (2010−2014))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+100%)
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	Standard Size (267mm)

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2 holds the technical lead. Priced at $45 (vs $48), it costs 6% less, resulting in a 9.5% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce GTX 950	GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+9.5%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($48)	✅More affordable ($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.

GeForce GTX 950 Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 950 and GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2

GeForce GTX 950

The GeForce GTX 950 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in August 20 2015. It features the Maxwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1024 MHz to 1188 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 90W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 5,357 points. Launch price was $159.

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 950 scores 5,357 and the GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2 reaches 5,500 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.7% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 950 is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2 uses Fermi 2.0, both on 28 nm vs 40 nm. Shader units: 768 (GeForce GTX 950) vs 480 (GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2). Raw compute: 1.825 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 950) vs 1.405 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2).

Feature	GeForce GTX 950	GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2
G3D Mark Score	5,357	5,500+3%
Architecture	Maxwell 2.0	Fermi 2.0
Process Node	28 nm	40 nm
Shading Units	768+60%	480
Compute (TFLOPS)	1.825 TFLOPS+30%	1.405 TFLOPS
ROPs	32	40+25%
TMUs	48	60+25%
L1 Cache	288 KB	960 KB+233%
L2 Cache	1 MB+59%	0.63 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 950	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 950 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: 106 GB/s (GeForce GTX 950) vs 156 GB/s (GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2) — a 47.2% advantage for the GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2. Bus width: 128-bit vs 320-bit. L2 Cache: 1 MB (GeForce GTX 950) vs 0.63 MB (GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2) — the GeForce GTX 950 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce GTX 950	GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2
VRAM Capacity	2 GB	4 GB+100%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	106 GB/s	156 GB/s+47%
Bus Width	128-bit	320-bit+150%
L2 Cache	1 MB+59%	0.63 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12_1 (GeForce GTX 950) vs 12 (11_0) (GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2). Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 3.

Feature	GeForce GTX 950	GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2
DirectX	12_1	12 (11_0)
Max Displays	4+33%	3

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 2nd Gen (GeForce GTX 950) vs PureVideo HD VP4 (GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2). Decoder: NVDEC 2nd Gen vs PureVideo HD VP4. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265 (GeForce GTX 950) vs H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 ASP (GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2).

Feature	GeForce GTX 950	GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2
Encoder	NVENC 2nd Gen	PureVideo HD VP4
Decoder	NVDEC 2nd Gen	PureVideo HD VP4
Codecs	H.264,H.265	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 ASP

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 950 draws 90W versus the GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2's 219W — a 83.5% difference. The GeForce GTX 950 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GTX 950) vs 550W (GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs 2x 6-pin. Card length: 202mm vs 267mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots.

Feature	GeForce GTX 950	GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2
TDP	90W-59%	219W
Recommended PSU	350W-36%	550W
Power Connector	1x 6-pin	2x 6-pin
Length	202mm	267mm
Height	—	111mm
Slots	2	2
Temp (Load)	—	85°C
Perf/Watt	59.5+137%	25.1

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 950 launched at $159 MSRP and currently averages $48, while the GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2 launched at $349 and now averages $45. The GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2 costs 6.3% less ($3 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 111.6 (GeForce GTX 950) vs 122.2 (GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2) — the GeForce GTX 570 Rev. 2 offers 9.5% better value. The GeForce GTX 950 is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2010).