Radeon Pro WX 3100 vs GeForce GTX 470M SLI
Radeon Pro WX 3100
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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 Radeon Pro WX 3100 is positioned at rank 113 and the GeForce GTX 470M SLI is on rank 276, so the Radeon Pro WX 3100 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Radeon Pro WX 3100
Performance Per Dollar GeForce GTX 470M SLI
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The Radeon Pro WX 3100 is significantly newer (2017 vs 2010). The Radeon Pro WX 3100 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GTX 470M SLI lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Radeon Pro WX 3100 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.7% 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 470M SLI.
| Insight | Radeon Pro WX 3100 | GeForce GTX 470M SLI |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.7%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.7%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / GCN 4.0 (2016−2020)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi (2010−2014)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+100%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce GTX 470M SLI offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 470M SLI holds the technical lead. Priced at $60 (vs $65), it costs 8% less, resulting in a 6.5% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Radeon Pro WX 3100 | GeForce GTX 470M SLI |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+6.5%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($65) | ✅More affordable ($60) |
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 Radeon Pro WX 3100 and GeForce GTX 470M SLI
Radeon Pro WX 3100
The Radeon Pro WX 3100 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in June 12 2017. It features the GCN 4.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 925 MHz to 1219 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 65W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,584 points. Launch price was $199.
GeForce GTX 470M SLI
The GeForce GTX 470M SLI is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in November 1 2010. It features the Fermi architecture. The core clock speed is 535 MHz. It has 576 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,540 points.
Graphics Performance
The Radeon Pro WX 3100 scores 2,584 and the GeForce GTX 470M SLI reaches 2,540 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.7% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Radeon Pro WX 3100 is built on GCN 4.0 while the GeForce GTX 470M SLI uses Fermi, both on 14 nm vs 40 nm. Shader units: 512 (Radeon Pro WX 3100) vs 576 (GeForce GTX 470M SLI).
| Feature | Radeon Pro WX 3100 | GeForce GTX 470M SLI |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 2,584+2% | 2,540 |
| Architecture | GCN 4.0 | Fermi |
| Process Node | 14 nm | 40 nm |
| Shading Units | 512 | 576+13% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Radeon Pro WX 3100 | GeForce GTX 470M SLI |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 2.1 (Compatible) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | FSR 3 (Compatible) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | AMD Anti-Lag | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Radeon Pro WX 3100 comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 470M SLI has 2 GB. The Radeon Pro WX 3100 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | Radeon Pro WX 3100 | GeForce GTX 470M SLI |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB+100% | 2 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 128-bit+100% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 (12_0) (Radeon Pro WX 3100) vs 11 (GeForce GTX 470M SLI). Vulkan: 1.3 vs None. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.0. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 3.
| Feature | Radeon Pro WX 3100 | GeForce GTX 470M SLI |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 (12_0)+9% | 11 |
| Vulkan | 1.3 | None |
| OpenGL | 4.6+15% | 4.0 |
| Max Displays | 3 | 3 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: VCE 3.4 (Polaris) (Radeon Pro WX 3100) vs None (GeForce GTX 470M SLI). Decoder: UVD 6.3 vs VP4. Supported codecs: H.264,HEVC (Radeon Pro WX 3100) vs H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (GeForce GTX 470M SLI).
| Feature | Radeon Pro WX 3100 | GeForce GTX 470M SLI |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | VCE 3.4 (Polaris) | None |
| Decoder | UVD 6.3 | VP4 |
| Codecs | H.264,HEVC | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 |
Power & Dimensions
The Radeon Pro WX 3100 draws 65W versus the GeForce GTX 470M SLI's 75W — a 14.3% difference. The Radeon Pro WX 3100 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon Pro WX 3100) vs 350W (GeForce GTX 470M SLI). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 1x 6-pin. Card length: 168mm vs 0mm, occupying 1 vs 0 slots. Typical load temperature: 80°C vs 90.
| Feature | Radeon Pro WX 3100 | GeForce GTX 470M SLI |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 65W-13% | 75W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | 1x 6-pin |
| Length | 168mm | 0mm |
| Height | 69mm | 0mm |
| Slots | 1 | 0-100% |
| Temp (Load) | 80°C-11% | 90 |
| Perf/Watt | 39.8+17% | 33.9 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GTX 470M SLI costs 7.7% less ($5 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 39.8 (Radeon Pro WX 3100) vs 42.3 (GeForce GTX 470M SLI) — the GeForce GTX 470M SLI offers 6.3% better value. The Radeon Pro WX 3100 is the newer GPU (2017 vs 2010).
| Feature | Radeon Pro WX 3100 | GeForce GTX 470M SLI |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $199 | — |
| Avg Price (30d) | $65 | $60-8% |
| Performance per Dollar | 39.8 | 42.3+6% |
| Codename | Lexa | N11E-GT |
| Release | June 12 2017 | November 1 2010 |
| Ranking | #624 | #627 |
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