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 590 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 24 2011. It features the Fermi 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 607 MHz. It has 1024 ×2 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 365W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,341 points. Launch price was $699.

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 590

#306

Radeon HD 8470D

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

112%

#307

Radeon R5 340

MSRP: $99|Avg: $25

112%

#308

Radeon R7 512 Cores (Kaveri Desktop)

MSRP: $173|Avg: $35

111%

#309

GeForce GT 340

MSRP: $100|Avg: $20

110%

#310

Radeon HD 3870

MSRP: $219|Avg: $15

110%

#311

Radeon 540

MSRP: $99|Avg: $40

109%

#312

GeForce RTX 2080 Ti

MSRP: $999|Avg: $600

107%

#313

GeForce GT 740A

MSRP: $89|Avg: $20

106%

#314

GeForce G100

MSRP: $40|Avg: $5

105%

#315

Radeon HD 8670D

MSRP: $60|Avg: $15

103%

#316

GeForce GT 630

MSRP: $69|Avg: $20

103%

#317

GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER

MSRP: $999|Avg: $999

103%

#318

Radeon HD 6530D

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

101%

#319

Radeon RX 6800 XT

MSRP: $649|Avg: $743

101%

#320

Radeon RX 7900 XTX

MSRP: $999|Avg: $930

101%

#321

GeForce GTX 590

MSRP: $699|Avg: $100

100%

#322

GeForce GT 530

MSRP: $100|Avg: $20

99%

#323

Radeon RX 6950 XT

MSRP: $1099|Avg: $850

99%

#324

Radeon 550X

MSRP: $109|Avg: $45

98%

#325

RADEON HD6370D

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

96%

#326

Iris Pro Graphics P6300

MSRP: $150|Avg: $50

95%

#327

Radeon HD 8370D

MSRP: $45|Avg: $10

95%

#328

Radeon R7 A8-7600

MSRP: $119|Avg: $25

93%

#329

Radeon HD 7340

MSRP: $25|Avg: $5

92%

#330

Radeon HD 7560D

MSRP: $101|Avg: $15

90%

#331

GeForce RTX 3090

MSRP: $1499|Avg: $900

88%

#332

Radeon HD 6320

MSRP: $30|Avg: $5

88%

#333

Radeon R5 420

MSRP: $80|Avg: $20

86%

#334

GeForce RTX 5080

MSRP: $999|Avg: $1250

86%

#335

Radeon R9 270 / R7 370

MSRP: $149|Avg: $149

86%

#336

Radeon R7 A10-8750

MSRP: $250|Avg: $30

85%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for GeForce GTX 590 across popular games. Tested paired with Ryzen 7 7800X3D to isolate GPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of GeForce GTX 590 specifications and capabilities.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 590 scores 3,341 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 2.0 (2010−2014) architecture (codename: GF110), manufactured on a 40 nm process— smaller process nodes improve power efficiency and transistor density. It packs 1024 ×2 shader units (the primary compute units for rendering pixels), 64 ×2 TMUs (texture mapping units), and 48 ×2 ROPs (render output units that handle final pixel output). Raw FP32 compute power: 1.244 TFLOPS ×2 — this measures the theoretical peak floating-point performance.

Specification	GeForce GTX 590
G3D MarkPassMark 3D graphics benchmark score	3,341
ArchitectureGPU microarchitecture generation	Fermi 2.0 (2010−2014)
CodenameInternal GPU die codename	GF110
Manufacturing ProcessFabrication node — smaller = more efficient	40 nm
Shader UnitsCore compute units for rendering/compute	1024 ×2
TMUsTexture Mapping Units — handle texture sampling	64 ×2
ROPsRender Output Units — final pixel/color blending	48 ×2
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum GPU frequency	607 MHz
Compute (FP32)Peak single-precision floating-point performance	1.244 TFLOPS ×2
Texture Fill RateTextures processed per second	38.91 ×2 GTexel/s
PCIe InterfaceCPU↔GPU data link generation	PCIe 2.1 x16
Transistor Count	3,000 million
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking	#555

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce GTX 590 is equipped with 3 GB of GDDR5 video memory connected via a 256-bit memory bus, delivering Unknown of bandwidth. Memory operates at 8 Gbps effective speed.

Specification	GeForce GTX 590
VRAM SizeVideo memory capacity — more = better for high-res textures	3 GB
VRAM TypeMemory technology generation	GDDR5
Memory BusWidth of data path — wider = more bandwidth	256-bit
Memory SpeedEffective memory data rate	8 Gbps
BandwidthMaximum data throughput between GPU and VRAM	Unknown
L1 Cache	1 MB
L2 Cache	768 kB

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Advanced Features & APIs

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

Specification	GeForce GTX 590
NVIDIA Reflex	❌ Not Supported
DLSS Frame Generation	❌ Not Supported
DLSS Super Resolution	❌ Not Supported
DirectXMicrosoft graphics API version	12 (11_0)
OpenGLLegacy graphics API	4.6
Compute APIGPGPU framework (CUDA/ROCm/OpenCL)	CUDA 2.0

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Display & Media

Display outputs: 3x DVI-I, 1x mini-DP — supports up to 4 simultaneous displays. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2.

Specification	GeForce GTX 590
DVI-I PortsNumber of DVI-I display connectors	3x
mini-DP PortsNumber of mini-DP display connectors	1x
Max DisplaysMaximum simultaneously connected monitors	4
Hardware DecoderVideo decoding engine version	PureVideo HD (VP5)
CodecsSupported video compression formats	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 590 draws 365 Watt under load (TDP) — a 700W PSU minimum is recommended. Power connector: 2x 8-pin. Physical size: , occupying 2 expansion slots— verify your case has clearance before purchasing. Typical temperatures: 45°C at idle, 90°C under load.

Specification	GeForce GTX 590
TDPPower consumption under load	365 Watt
Recommended PSUMinimum power supply wattage	700W
Power ConnectorRequired PCIe power cable type	2x 8-pin
Slot WidthExpansion slots occupied	2-slot
Idle TemperatureTypical temperature at desktop idle	45°C
Load TemperatureTypical temperature under gaming load	90°C

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $100 (MSRP: $699), the GeForce GTX 590 delivers 33 G3D Mark points per dollar. Overall performance ranking position: #555 among all indexed GPUs.

Specification	GeForce GTX 590
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$699
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$100
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking	#555
Release Date	March 24 2011
Release Year	2011

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	48 ×2
TMUs	64 ×2
Vram	3 GB
L1 Cache	1 MB
L2 Cache	768 kB
Core Clock	607 MHz
Memory Type	GDDR5
Memory Speed	8 Gbps
Shading Units	1024 ×2
Max Temperature	97 °C
PCIe Generation	PCIe 2.1 x16
Memory Bandwidth	Unknown
Memory Bus Width	256-bit
Transistor Count	3,000 million
Frame Generation	NVIDIA Reflex: No \| DLSS Frame Generation: No \| DLSS Super Resolution: No
Texture Fill Rate	38.91 ×2
Manufacturing Process	40 nm
Power Consumption (TDP)	365 Watt
Floating Point Performance	1.244 TFLOPS ×2