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.

Overview

The GeForce GTX 460M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in September 3 2010. It features the Fermi architecture. The core clock speed is 675 MHz. It has 192 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,218 points.

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.

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

Performance Per Dollar GeForce GTX 460M

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Radeon HD 7600G

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

110%

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Radeon RX Vega 9

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109%

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Iris Xe Graphics G7

MSRP: $200|Avg: $100

109%

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Radeon HD 2900 XT

MSRP: $399|Avg: $20

108%

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GeForce 8200

MSRP: $40|Avg: $5

108%

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GeForce 810A

MSRP: $100|Avg: $20

108%

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Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 5 3450U

MSRP: $150|Avg: $40

107%

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Radeon RX 6600S

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

107%

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Radeon R9 M390X

MSRP: $550|Avg: $120

107%

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Radeon R5 M430

MSRP: $99|Avg: $20

107%

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Radeon HD 7670

MSRP: $100|Avg: $25

105%

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Radeon RX 8060S

MSRP: $500|Avg: $500

105%

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Radeon 630

MSRP: $100|Avg: $50

103%

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Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200GE

MSRP: $99|Avg: $60

102%

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GeForce GTX 760A

MSRP: $249|Avg: $40

101%

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GeForce GTX 460M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $40

100%

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Radeon R7 M465

MSRP: $120|Avg: $35

99%

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GeForce 940MX

MSRP: $100|Avg: $50

99%

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Radeon R9 M270X

MSRP: $250|Avg: $40

99%

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Radeon R5 (Bristol Ridge)

MSRP: $50|Avg: $50

99%

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Radeon R9 M290X Crossfire

MSRP: $800|Avg: $200

99%

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GeForce MX550

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

98%

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Radeon R5 M330

MSRP: $120|Avg: $20

98%

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Radeon R9 M365X

MSRP: $250|Avg: $50

97%

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Iris Pro Graphics 5200

MSRP: $150|Avg: $40

96%

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Radeon R9 M470

MSRP: $350|Avg: $80

96%

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GeForce GT 520MX

MSRP: $45|Avg: $10

96%

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Radeon R7 M260X

MSRP: $139|Avg: $35

95%

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Radeon R5 M435

MSRP: $150|Avg: $30

94%

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GeForce 310

MSRP: $45|Avg: $5

94%

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Radeon HD 7570M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $15

92%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for GeForce GTX 460M across popular games. Tested paired with Ryzen 7 7800X3D to isolate GPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of GeForce GTX 460M specifications and capabilities.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 460M scores 1,218 in the G3D Mark benchmark (the standard measure of rasterization GPU performance), placing it in the Entry Level tier as a Legacy generation graphics card. It is built on the Fermi (2010−2014) architecture (codename: GF106), manufactured on a 40 nm process— smaller process nodes improve power efficiency and transistor density. It packs 192 shader units (the primary compute units for rendering pixels), 32 TMUs (texture mapping units), and 24 ROPs (render output units that handle final pixel output). Raw FP32 compute power: 0.5184 TFLOPS — this measures the theoretical peak floating-point performance.

Specification	GeForce GTX 460M
G3D MarkPassMark 3D graphics benchmark score	1,218
ArchitectureGPU microarchitecture generation	Fermi (2010−2014)
CodenameInternal GPU die codename	GF106
Manufacturing ProcessFabrication node — smaller = more efficient	40 nm
Shader UnitsCore compute units for rendering/compute	192
TMUsTexture Mapping Units — handle texture sampling	32
ROPsRender Output Units — final pixel/color blending	24
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum GPU frequency	675 MHz
Compute (FP32)Peak single-precision floating-point performance	0.5184 TFLOPS
Texture Fill RateTextures processed per second	21.60 GTexel/s
PCIe InterfaceCPU↔GPU data link generation	PCIe 2.1 x16
Transistor Count	1,170 million
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking	#814

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce GTX 460M is equipped with 1.5 GB of GDDR5 video memory connected via a 128-bit memory bus, delivering Unknown of bandwidth. Memory operates at 8 Gbps effective speed.

Specification	GeForce GTX 460M
VRAM SizeVideo memory capacity — more = better for high-res textures	1.5 GB
VRAM TypeMemory technology generation	GDDR5
Memory BusWidth of data path — wider = more bandwidth	128-bit
Memory SpeedEffective memory data rate	8 Gbps
BandwidthMaximum data throughput between GPU and VRAM	Unknown
L1 Cache	256 kB
L2 Cache	384 kB

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Advanced Features & APIs

Graphics API support: DirectX 12 (11_0), Vulkan 1.2, OpenGL 4.6— latest API versions enable the most advanced rendering features like ray tracing and mesh shaders.

Specification	GeForce GTX 460M
NVIDIA Reflex	❌ Not Supported
DLSS Frame Generation	❌ Not Supported
DLSS Super Resolution	❌ Not Supported
DirectXMicrosoft graphics API version	12 (11_0)
VulkanCross-platform graphics API	1.2
OpenGLLegacy graphics API	4.6
Compute APIGPGPU framework (CUDA/ROCm/OpenCL)	CUDA

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Display & Media

Display outputs: 1x Laptop Dependent — supports up to 2 simultaneous displays. Hardware encoder: PureVideo HD VP4, decoder: PureVideo HD VP4— dedicated hardware for video encoding/decoding accelerates streaming, recording, and video playback. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 ASP.

Specification	GeForce GTX 460M
Laptop Dependent PortsNumber of Laptop Dependent display connectors	1x
Max DisplaysMaximum simultaneously connected monitors	2
Hardware EncoderVideo encoding engine version	PureVideo HD VP4
Hardware DecoderVideo decoding engine version	PureVideo HD VP4
CodecsSupported video compression formats	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 ASP

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 460M draws 50 Watt under load (TDP) — a 350W PSU minimum is recommended. Power connector: 1x 6-pin. Physical size: , occupying 0 expansion slots— verify your case has clearance before purchasing. Typical temperatures: 45°C at idle, 80°C under load.

Specification	GeForce GTX 460M
TDPPower consumption under load	50 Watt
Recommended PSUMinimum power supply wattage	350W
Power ConnectorRequired PCIe power cable type	1x 6-pin
Slot WidthExpansion slots occupied	0-slot
Idle TemperatureTypical temperature at desktop idle	45°C
Load TemperatureTypical temperature under gaming load	80°C

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $40, the GeForce GTX 460M delivers 30 G3D Mark points per dollar. Overall performance ranking position: #814 among all indexed GPUs.

Specification	GeForce GTX 460M
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$40
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking	#814
Release Date	September 3 2010
Release Year	2010

Specifications Reference

Raw spec sheet for quick lookup. The analysis cards above explain what these fields mean in practice.

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Technical Specifications

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ROPs	24
TMUs	32
Vram	1.5 GB
L1 Cache	256 kB
L2 Cache	384 kB
Core Clock	675 MHz
Memory Type	GDDR5
Memory Speed	8 Gbps
Shading Units	192
PCIe Generation	PCIe 2.1 x16
Memory Bandwidth	Unknown
Memory Bus Width	128-bit
Transistor Count	1,170 million
Frame Generation	NVIDIA Reflex: No \| DLSS Frame Generation: No \| DLSS Super Resolution: No
Texture Fill Rate	21.60
Manufacturing Process	40 nm
Power Consumption (TDP)	50 Watt
Floating Point Performance	0.5184 TFLOPS