GeForce GTX 970XM FORCE vs Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS
GeForce GTX 970XM FORCE
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Performance Spectrum - GPU
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.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The GeForce GTX 970XM FORCE is positioned at rank 90 and the Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS is on rank 197, so the GeForce GTX 970XM FORCE offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar GeForce GTX 970XM FORCE
Performance Per Dollar Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS is significantly newer (2023 vs 2014). The Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GTX 970XM FORCE lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 4.4% higher G3D Mark score. However, the GeForce GTX 970XM FORCE offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 970XM FORCE | Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-4.4%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+4.4%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019)) | Legacy (4nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+100+%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (267mm) | — |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS 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 970XM FORCE and Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS
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.
Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS
The Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS is manufactured by Qualcomm. It was released in October 26 2023. The boost clock speed is 1500 MHz. It has 1536 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 40W. Manufactured using 4 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 7,000 points.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce GTX 970XM FORCE scores 6,707 and the Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS reaches 7,000 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 4.4% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. Shader units: 1,280 (GeForce GTX 970XM FORCE) vs 1,536 (Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS). Boost clocks: 1038 MHz vs 1500 MHz.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 970XM FORCE | Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 6,707 | 7,000+4% |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 4 nm |
| Shading Units | 1280 | 1536+20% |
| Boost Clock | 1038 MHz | 1500 MHz+45% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GTX 970XM FORCE | Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 2.1 (Compatible) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | FSR 3 (Compatible) | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce GTX 970XM FORCE comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS has 0 MB. The GeForce GTX 970XM FORCE offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Memory bandwidth: 120 GB/s (GeForce GTX 970XM FORCE) vs 135 GB/s (Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS) — a 12.5% advantage for the Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS. Bus width: 192-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 970XM FORCE | Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB | Shared System RAM |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | Shared |
| Memory Bandwidth | 120 GB/s | 135 GB/s+13% |
| Bus Width | 192-bit+50% | 128-bit |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 (12_1) (GeForce GTX 970XM FORCE) vs 12.1 (Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS). Vulkan: 1.4 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs ES 3.2. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 3.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 970XM FORCE | Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 (12_1) | 12.1 |
| Vulkan | 1.4+8% | 1.3 |
| OpenGL | 4.6+44% | ES 3.2 |
| Max Displays | 4+33% | 3 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: 5th Gen NVENC (Maxwell) (GeForce GTX 970XM FORCE) vs Adreno VPU (Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS). Decoder: 1st Gen NVDEC vs Adreno VPU. Supported codecs: H.264,HEVC,VC-1,MPEG-2 (GeForce GTX 970XM FORCE) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 970XM FORCE | Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | 5th Gen NVENC (Maxwell) | Adreno VPU |
| Decoder | 1st Gen NVDEC | Adreno VPU |
| Codecs | H.264,HEVC,VC-1,MPEG-2 | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GTX 970XM FORCE draws 81W versus the Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS's 40W — a 67.8% difference. The Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GTX 970XM FORCE) vs 1W (Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs Integrated. Card length: 267mm vs 0mm, occupying 2 vs 0 slots.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 970XM FORCE | Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 81W | 40W-51% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 1W-100% |
| Power Connector | 1x 6-pin | Integrated |
| Length | 267mm | 0mm |
| Height | 111mm | 0mm |
| Slots | 2 | 0-100% |
| Temp (Load) | 75°C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 82.8 | 175.0+111% |
Value Analysis
The Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS is the newer GPU (2023 vs 2014).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 970XM FORCE | Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | — | $250 |
| Avg Price (30d) | — | $250 |
| Codename | GM204 | — |
| Release | October 7 2014 | October 26 2023 |
| Ranking | #408 | #482 |
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