RTXA5000-8Q vs GeForce GTX 460 OEM

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. The RTXA5000-8Q is positioned at rank #295 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar RTXA5000-8Q

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Performance Per Dollar

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Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The RTXA5000-8Q is significantly newer (2021 vs 2010). The RTXA5000-8Q likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GTX 460 OEM lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 460 OEM is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.7% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the RTXA5000-8Q.

Insight	RTXA5000-8Q	GeForce GTX 460 OEM
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.7%)	✅Leading raw performance (+1.7%)
Longevity	🏆Elite Architecture (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi (2010−2014))
Ecosystem	✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	—	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce GTX 460 OEM 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.

RTXA5000-8Q Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 460 OEM Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of RTXA5000-8Q and GeForce GTX 460 OEM

RTXA5000-8Q

The RTXA5000-8Q is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in April 12 2021. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1170 MHz to 1695 MHz. It has 8192 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 230W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 64 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,916 points.

GeForce GTX 460 OEM

The GeForce GTX 460 OEM is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in October 11 2010. It features the Fermi architecture. The core clock speed is 650 MHz. It has 336 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 5,000 points.

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Graphics Performance

The RTXA5000-8Q scores 4,916 and the GeForce GTX 460 OEM reaches 5,000 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.7% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The RTXA5000-8Q is built on Ampere while the GeForce GTX 460 OEM uses Fermi, both on 8 nm vs 40 nm. Shader units: 8,192 (RTXA5000-8Q) vs 336 (GeForce GTX 460 OEM). Raw compute: 27.77 TFLOPS (RTXA5000-8Q) vs 0.8736 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 460 OEM).

Feature	RTXA5000-8Q	GeForce GTX 460 OEM
G3D Mark Score	4,916	5,000+2%
Architecture	Ampere	Fermi
Process Node	8 nm	40 nm
Shading Units	8192+2338%	336
Compute (TFLOPS)	27.77 TFLOPS+3079%	0.8736 TFLOPS
ROPs	96+200%	32
TMUs	256+357%	56
L1 Cache	8 MB+1718%	0.44 MB
L2 Cache	6 MB+1100%	0.5 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	RTXA5000-8Q	GeForce GTX 460 OEM
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 2.1 (Compatible)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	FSR 3 (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	NVIDIA Reflex	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

Both cards feature 2 GB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 256-bit. L2 Cache: 6 MB (RTXA5000-8Q) vs 0.5 MB (GeForce GTX 460 OEM) — the RTXA5000-8Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	RTXA5000-8Q	GeForce GTX 460 OEM
VRAM Capacity	2 GB	2 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	256-bit+300%
L2 Cache	6 MB+1100%	0.5 MB

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Power & Dimensions

The RTXA5000-8Q draws 230W versus the GeForce GTX 460 OEM's 150W — a 42.1% difference. The GeForce GTX 460 OEM is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (RTXA5000-8Q) vs 450W (GeForce GTX 460 OEM). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 2x 6-pin.

Feature	RTXA5000-8Q	GeForce GTX 460 OEM
TDP	230W	150W-35%
Recommended PSU	350W-22%	450W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	2x 6-pin
Length	—	210mm
Height	—	111mm
Slots	—	2
Temp (Load)	—	70°C
Perf/Watt	21.4	33.3+56%