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  • Avg. price: ~£180
  • VRAM: 1 GB
  • Memory bus width: 256 bit
  • Thermal Design Power (TDP): 160 W

NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 review. Compare 118 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among graphics cards and if it is worth buying.

3.5

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the graphics card's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best graphics cards on the market.

Score components:

90.0%

3.2

Technical Score

10.0%

5.6

User score

Poor
3.2

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the graphics card's technical performance, covering key areas such as gaming and rendering performance, ray tracing, memory configuration, power efficiency, cooling, connectivity, features, and build quality.

When it matters: When you want to compare graphics cards based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

44.0%

1.8

Performance

24.0%

3.0

Memory

12.0%

4.9

Power & Cooling

11.0%

4.5

Platform & Features

5.0%

8.6

Design

4.0%

4.2

Connectivity & Media

Poor
5.6

User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the graphics card.

When it matters: When you want to understand how a graphics card performs in real use and how reliable it is in terms of performance, temperatures, noise, stability, and long-term ownership.

Score components:

70.0%

6.7

User reviews

30.0%

3.0

Popularity

User score:
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  • 2.8
    Gaming

    Score components:

    45.0%

    1.0

    Floating-point performance

    25.0%

    1.0

    VRAM

    20.0%

    ?

    Ray tracing cores / units

    10.0%

    5.2

    PCI Express (PCIe) version

  • 3.7
    Video editing

    Score components:

    35.0%

    7.0

    AV1 encode

    30.0%

    1.0

    VRAM

    20.0%

    1.0

    Floating-point performance

    15.0%

    5.2

    PCI Express (PCIe) version

  • 2.1
    1080p

    Score components:

    55.0%

    1.0

    Floating-point performance

    25.0%

    1.0

    VRAM

    10.0%

    ?

    Ray tracing cores / units

    10.0%

    5.2

    PCI Express (PCIe) version

  • 2.3
    1440p

    Score components:

    50.0%

    1.0

    Floating-point performance

    30.0%

    1.0

    VRAM

    15.0%

    ?

    Ray tracing cores / units

    5.0%

    5.2

    PCI Express (PCIe) version

  • 2.6
    4K

    Score components:

    40.0%

    1.0

    Floating-point performance

    35.0%

    1.0

    VRAM

    20.0%

    ?

    Ray tracing cores / units

    5.0%

    5.2

    PCI Express (PCIe) version

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Verdict

The Nvidia GeForce GTX 460 is a performance-segment graphics card based on the 40nm Fermi architecture (GF104), featuring 336 CUDA cores, 56 texture mapping units, and 32 ROPs. It typically comes with 1 GB of GDDR5 memory on a 256-bit interface, operating at a 675 MHz core clock and 900 MHz memory clock. Main pros include its significant overclocking potential, relatively compact dual-slot design, and support for DirectX 11, PhysX, and 3D Vision. Main cons include its high power consumption (160W TDP) requiring two 6-pin connectors, limited driver support for modern games, and a maximum DirectX 12 feature level of only 11_0, which prevents it from running many contemporary titles efficiently.

Technical Specifications of NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the graphics card's technical performance, covering key areas such as gaming and rendering performance, ray tracing, memory configuration, power efficiency, cooling, connectivity, features, and build quality.

When it matters: When you want to compare graphics cards based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

44.0%

1.8

Performance

24.0%

3.0

Memory

12.0%

4.9

Power & Cooling

11.0%

4.5

Platform & Features

5.0%

8.6

Design

4.0%

4.2

Connectivity & Media

3.2
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 has a technical score of 3.21 points, which is lower than that of 95.7% of products in this category.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the graphics card.

When it matters: When you want to understand how a graphics card performs in real use and how reliable it is in terms of performance, temperatures, noise, stability, and long-term ownership.

Score components:

70.0%

6.7

User reviews

30.0%

3.0

Popularity

User score:
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5.6
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 has a user score of 5.6 points, which is lower than that of 99% of products in this category.
Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the graphics card.
When it matters: When you prefer a graphics card that has already been chosen and reviewed by many other users.
3.0
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 has a popularity of 3 points, which is higher than 53.1% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the graphics card's overall rating with its cost.

When it matters: When you are looking for a graphics card that offers a strong balance of performance, features, and price.

Score components:

60.0%

3.5

Overall score

40.0%

9.6

Price

5.3
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 has a quality-to-price ratio of 5.3 points, which is lower than 93.8% of products in this category.
3DMark Time Spy benchmark score
What it is: Benchmark result from 3DMark Time Spy, a synthetic DirectX 12 test often used as a quick gaming-performance reference.
When it matters: When you need a fast rough performance sort before digging into game-specific reviews and frame-rate data.

Importance: LOW

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3DMark Port Royal score
What it is: Benchmark result from 3DMark Port Royal, a synthetic test focused on ray tracing performance.
When it matters: When ray tracing matters in the games you actually play and you want one quick way to separate stronger and weaker RT cards.

Importance: LOW

N/A
PassMark (G3D) result
What it is: Overall GPU performance score in PassMark G3D benchmark
When it matters: When you need one broad score to sort cards into rough performance tiers.

Importance: LOW

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PassMark (DirectCompute) result
What it is: PassMark score for DirectCompute performance tests
When it matters: When compute workloads matter alongside gaming performance.

Importance: LOW

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Floating-point performance
What it is: Theoretical floating-point compute performance of the GPU.
When it matters: When rendering, AI, or heavy compute work needs strong single-precision throughput.

Importance: LOW

0.9072 TFLOPS
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 delivers 0.9072 TFLOPS floating-point performance, which is lower than that of 99.1% of graphics cards.
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VRAM
What it is: Total video memory available on the graphics card
When it matters: When you play at high settings, use texture mods, or work with large creative projects.

Importance: HIGH

1 GB
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 has 1 GB of VRAM, which is less than 98.5% of graphics cards and equal to 1.5% of graphics cards.
Memory type
What it is: Type of graphics memory used (GDDR6, HBM2e, etc.)
When it matters: When memory technology is part of the buying decision because it affects bandwidth class, power use, and product positioning.

Importance: LOW

GDDR5
GDDR version
What it is: Generation of GDDR memory used by the graphics card.
When it matters: When you want to separate older memory generations from newer ones before comparing bandwidth, power behavior, and market tier.

Importance: LOW

GDDR5
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 uses GDDR5 memory, which is older than on 85% of graphics cards and equal to 13.2% of graphics cards.
Memory bus width
What it is: Width of the memory interface bus in bits
When it matters: When you care about steadier performance at higher resolutions, heavier texture settings, or ray-traced workloads that stress memory traffic.

Importance: HIGH

256 bit
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 uses a 256 bit memory bus, which is wider than that of 49.5% of graphics cards and equal to that of 36.1% of graphics cards.
Maximum memory bandwidth
What it is: Maximum data transfer rate between GPU and its memory
When it matters: When 4K gaming, ray tracing, or creator work can choke a slower memory subsystem.

Importance: HIGH

115.2 GB/s
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 reaches 115.2 GB/s memory bandwidth, which is lower than that of 93.6% of graphics cards.
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PCI Express (PCIe) version
What it is: Version of PCI Express interface supported
When it matters: When you are pairing the card with an older motherboard and want to avoid leaving bandwidth or future compatibility on the table.

Importance: LOW

2.0
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 supports PCIe 2.0, which is older than on 98.4% of graphics cards and equal to 1.3% of graphics cards.
PCIe lanes
What it is: Number of PCI Express lanes used for communication
When it matters: When limited lane width could bottleneck the card in some systems.

Importance: LOW

x16
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 uses x16 PCIe lanes, which is more than 31.5% of graphics cards and equal to 68.6% of graphics cards.
DirectX version
What it is: Highest supported DirectX API version
When it matters: When you play newer Windows games that depend on the latest graphics features.

Importance: LOW

12
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 supports DirectX 12, which is older than on 92.7% of graphics cards and equal to 7.1% of graphics cards.
Vulkan version
What it is: Highest supported Vulkan API version
When it matters: When modern games, emulators, or creative apps lean on Vulkan support.

Importance: LOW

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OpenGL version
What it is: Highest supported OpenGL API version
When it matters: When older games or pro apps still depend on OpenGL compatibility.

Importance: LOW

4.6
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 supports OpenGL 4.6, which is more advanced than on 4.8% of graphics cards and equal to 95.2% of graphics cards.
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Max displays supported
What it is: Total number of external displays supported simultaneously
When it matters: When you run a multi-monitor desk for sim racing, trading, or editing.

Importance: LOW

2
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 supports up to 2 displays, which is fewer than 98.1% of graphics cards and equal to 1.9% of graphics cards.
Max digital resolution
What it is: Maximum supported digital display resolution
When it matters: When you plan to drive 4K or 8K panels at their native resolution.

Importance: LOW

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DisplayPort outputs
What it is: Number of DisplayPort video outputs
When it matters: When your setup needs several high-refresh monitors without adapters.

Importance: LOW

0
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 offers 0 DisplayPort outputs, which is fewer than 98.1% of graphics cards and equal to 1.9% of graphics cards.
DisplayPort version
What it is: Version of DisplayPort standard supported
When it matters: When your monitor setup depends on newer DisplayPort features for higher refresh rates, higher resolution, or better cable flexibility.

Importance: LOW

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DisplayPort link rates
What it is: Supported data link rates for DisplayPort connections
When it matters: When you are pushing high resolution and refresh rate over DisplayPort.

Importance: LOW

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Thermal Design Power (TDP)
What it is: Typical power consumption under full load (TDP)
When it matters: When you need a realistic idea of power draw before choosing a PSU or case.

Importance: MEDIUM

160 W
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 has a TDP of 160 W, which is lower than that of 68% of graphics cards and equal to that of 4.8% of graphics cards.
Power consumption while under peak load
What it is: Peak power draw of the graphics card under maximum load.
When it matters: When transient-heavy gaming loads could stress your power supply.

Importance: LOW

160 W
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 draws 160 W under peak load, which is lower than 69.3% of graphics cards and equal to 4.4% of graphics cards.
Recommended PSU wattage
What it is: Recommended wattage of the system power supply
When it matters: When you are checking whether your current power supply is enough.

Importance: LOW

450 W
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 recommends a 450 W PSU, which is lower than that of 85.8% of graphics cards and equal to that of 5.8% of graphics cards.
Board power limit
What it is: Maximum configurable power limit for the GPU board
When it matters: When you care about how far the card can be pushed through tuning or factory power settings.

Importance: LOW

160 W
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 has a board power limit of 160 W, which is lower than that of 69.8% of graphics cards and equal to that of 4.5% of graphics cards.
PCIe power spec
What it is: PCIe power delivery specification followed
When it matters: When you are checking whether the slot and external cables match the card's intended power-delivery standard.

Importance: LOW

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Size
What it is: Physical size of the GPU card
When it matters: When you need the card to fit a compact case without blocking nearby hardware.

Importance: LOW

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Length
What it is: Physical length of the GPU card
When it matters: When front radiators or drive cages leave only limited GPU clearance.

Importance: LOW

210 mm
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 is 210 mm long, which is shorter than 86.8% of graphics cards and equal in length to 0.5% of graphics cards.
Height
What it is: Physical height of the GPU card
When it matters: When side panels, brackets, or tight case layouts reduce vertical clearance.

Importance: LOW

111 mm
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 is 111 mm tall, which is shorter than 89.6% of graphics cards and equal in height to 5.6% of graphics cards.
Slot width
What it is: Number of PCIe slots occupied by the card
When it matters: When you need room for another PCIe card or better airflow under the GPU.

Importance: LOW

2 slot/s
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 occupies 2 slot/s, which is slimmer than 49.2% of graphics cards and equal in width to 47.3% of graphics cards.
Weight
What it is: Total weight of the graphics card
When it matters: When sag, bracket support, or shipping stress matters in your build.

Importance: LOW

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NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 vs the average graphics card

  • 16x larger L2 cache
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 has more L2 cache than the average graphics card (512 MB vs 32 MB). The average graphics card has 32 MB L2 cache.
    What it is: Total size of the GPU’s L2 cache memory
    When it matters: When cache size can help the GPU feed data faster in demanding scenes.

    Importance: LOW

    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 has more L2 cache than the average graphics card (512 MB vs 32 MB). The average graphics card has 32 MB L2 cache.512 MB vs 32 MB
  • 30.8% lower PSU requirement
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 has a lower PSU requirement than the average graphics card (450 W vs 650 W). The average graphics card has a PSU requirement of 650 W.
    What it is: Recommended wattage of the system power supply
    When it matters: When you are checking whether your current power supply is enough.

    Importance: LOW

    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 has a lower PSU requirement than the average graphics card (450 W vs 650 W). The average graphics card has a PSU requirement of 650 W.450 W vs 650 W
  • 75.37 mm shorter card length
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 is shorter than the average graphics card (210 mm vs 285.37 mm). The average graphics card has a length of 285.37 mm.
    What it is: Physical length of the GPU card
    When it matters: When front radiators or drive cages leave only limited GPU clearance.

    Importance: LOW

    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 is shorter than the average graphics card (210 mm vs 285.37 mm). The average graphics card has a length of 285.37 mm.210 mm vs 285.37 mm
  • 16 mm lower card height
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 is shorter than the average graphics card (111 mm vs 127 mm). The average graphics card has a height of 127 mm.
    What it is: Physical height of the GPU card
    When it matters: When side panels, brackets, or tight case layouts reduce vertical clearance.

    Importance: LOW

    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 is shorter than the average graphics card (111 mm vs 127 mm). The average graphics card has a height of 127 mm.111 mm vs 127 mm
  • 25.6% lower TDP
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 has a lower TDP than the average graphics card (160 W vs 215 W). The average graphics card has a TDP of 215 W.
    What it is: Typical power consumption under full load (TDP)
    When it matters: When you need a realistic idea of power draw before choosing a PSU or case.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 has a lower TDP than the average graphics card (160 W vs 215 W). The average graphics card has a TDP of 215 W.160 W vs 215 W
  • 2 more DVI outputs
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 has more DVI outputs than the average graphics card (2 vs 0). The average graphics card has 0 DVI outputs.
    What it is: Number of DVI display outputs available
    When it matters: When you still use an older monitor that depends on DVI.

    Importance: LOW

    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 has more DVI outputs than the average graphics card (2 vs 0). The average graphics card has 0 DVI outputs.2 vs 0
  • Better FP64 ratio
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 has a better FP64 ratio than the average graphics card (1:12 vs 1:64).
    What it is: Ratio of double-precision (FP64) to single-precision (FP32) performance
    When it matters: When you need to know whether FP64 is merely present or genuinely useful.

    Importance: LOW

    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 has a better FP64 ratio than the average graphics card (1:12 vs 1:64).1:12 vs 1:64
  • 2.94x cheaper
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 is cheaper than the average graphics card (£180 vs £530).
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 is cheaper than the average graphics card (£180 vs £530).£180 vs £530
  • Better FP64 ratio
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 has a better FP64 ratio than the average graphics card (1:12 vs 1:64).
  • 16x larger L2 cache
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 has more L2 cache than the average graphics card (512 MB vs 32 MB). The average graphics card has 32 MB L2 cache.
  • Supports multi-GPU linking
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 supports multi-GPU linking, the average graphics card does not.
  • 2 more DVI outputs
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 has more DVI outputs than the average graphics card (2 vs 0). The average graphics card has 0 DVI outputs.
  • 30.8% lower PSU requirement
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 has a lower PSU requirement than the average graphics card (450 W vs 650 W). The average graphics card has a PSU requirement of 650 W.
  • 25.6% lower TDP
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 has a lower TDP than the average graphics card (160 W vs 215 W). The average graphics card has a TDP of 215 W.
  • 27.3% lower board power limit
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 has a lower board power limit than the average graphics card (160 W vs 220 W). The average graphics card has a board power limit of 220 W.
  • 75.37 mm shorter card length
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 is shorter than the average graphics card (210 mm vs 285.37 mm). The average graphics card has a length of 285.37 mm.
  • 16 mm lower card height
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 is shorter than the average graphics card (111 mm vs 127 mm). The average graphics card has a height of 127 mm.

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Overall
Performance
Memory
Platform & Features
Connectivity & Media
Power & Cooling
Design
  • 33 fewer compute units
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 has fewer compute units than the average graphics card (7 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 compute units.
  • 64.8% lower base clock speed
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 has a lower base GPU clock than the average graphics card (675 MHz vs 1,920 MHz). The average graphics card has a base GPU clock of 1,920 MHz.
  • 128 fewer TMUs
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 has fewer TMUs than the average graphics card (56 vs 184). The average graphics card has 184 TMUs.
  • 90% lower texture rate
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 has a lower texture rate than the average graphics card (37.8 GTexel/s vs 376.8 GTexel/s). The average graphics card has a texture rate of 376.8 GTexel/s.
  • 86.9% lower pixel rate
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 has a lower pixel rate than the average graphics card (21.6 GPixel/s vs 165.2 GPixel/s). The average graphics card has a pixel rate of 165.2 GPixel/s.
  • 32 fewer ROPs
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 has fewer ROPs than the average graphics card (32 vs 64). The average graphics card has 64 ROPs.
  • 96.1% lower compute throughput
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 has a lower compute throughput than the average graphics card (0.9 TFLOPS vs 23.105 TFLOPS). The average graphics card has compute throughput of 23.105 TFLOPS.
  • 84.3% lower FP64 performance
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 has a lower FP64 performance than the average graphics card (0.1 TFLOPS vs 0.4651 TFLOPS). The average graphics card has FP64 performance of 0.4651 TFLOPS.
  • 4,016 fewer FP32 units
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 has fewer FP32 units than the average graphics card (336 vs 4,352). The average graphics card has 4,352 FP32 units.
  • 11 GB less VRAM
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 has fewer VRAM than the average graphics card (1 GB vs 12 GB). The average graphics card has 12 GB VRAM.
  • 74.3% lower memory bandwidth
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 has a lower memory bandwidth than the average graphics card (115.2 GB/s vs 448 GB/s). The average graphics card has a memory bandwidth of 448 GB/s.
  • 81.1% slower memory speed
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 has a lower effective memory speed than the average graphics card (3,600 MHz vs 19,000 MHz). The average graphics card reaches an effective memory speed of 19,000 MHz.
  • 48.6% slower VRAM clock
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 has a lower VRAM clock than the average graphics card (900 MHz vs 1,750 MHz). The average graphics card runs its VRAM at 1,750 MHz.
  • 50% smaller L1 cache
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 has fewer L1 cache than the average graphics card (64 vs 128). The average graphics card has 128 L1 cache.
  • 8x larger process node
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 has a higher process node than the average graphics card (40 nm vs 5 nm). The average graphics card uses a process node of 5 nm.
  • Older PCIe version
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 supports an older PCIe version than the average graphics card (2 vs 4.0).
  • No FSR support
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 does not support FSR, the average graphics card does.
  • 13 older
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 was released earlier than the average graphics card (2,010 vs 2,023).
  • No XeSS support
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 does not support XeSS, the average graphics card does.
  • No mesh shaders
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 does not support mesh shaders, the average graphics card does.
  • No DirectStorage support
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 does not support DirectStorage, the average graphics card does.
  • Worse SAM support
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 offers worse SAM support than the average graphics card (no vs yes).
  • Older DirectX version
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 supports an older DirectX version than the average graphics card (12 vs 12 Ultimate).
  • Older OpenCL version
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 supports an older OpenCL version than the average graphics card (1.1 vs 3.0).
  • Older shader model
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 supports an older shader model than the average graphics card (5 vs 6.8).
  • No sampler feedback
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 does not support sampler feedback, the average graphics card does.
  • 91.1% fewer transistors
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 has fewer transistors than the average graphics card (1,950 million vs 21,900 million). The average graphics card has 21,900 million transistors.
  • 3 fewer DisplayPort outputs
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 has fewer DisplayPort outputs than the average graphics card (0 vs 3). The average graphics card has 3 DisplayPort outputs.
  • No AV1 encoding
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 does not support AV1 encoding, the average graphics card does.
  • 2 fewer displays supported
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 supports fewer displays than the average graphics card (2 vs 4). The average graphics card supports 4 displays.
  • No AV1 decoding
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 does not support AV1 decoding, the average graphics card does.
  • No DSC support
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 does not support DSC, the average graphics card does.
  • Older HDMI version
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 supports an older HDMI version than the average graphics card (1.3a vs 2.1).
  • 2 fewer monitors per output type
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 supports fewer monitors per output type than the average graphics card (2 vs 4). The average graphics card supports 4 monitors per output type.
  • 2 fewer fans
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 has fewer fans than the average graphics card (1 vs 3).
  • No fan stop
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 does not support fan stop, the average graphics card does.
  • 11 °C lower thermal ceiling
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 has a lower thermal ceiling than the average graphics card (104 °C vs 93 °C). The average graphics card has a thermal ceiling of 93 °C.
  • 8 dB noisier under load
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 has a higher load noise level than the average graphics card (43 dB vs 35 dB). The average graphics card has a load noise level of 35 dB.
  • 37 dB noisier at idle
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 has a higher idle noise level than the average graphics card (37 dB vs 0 dB). The average graphics card has an idle noise level of 0 dB.
  • No backplate
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 does not include a backplate, the average graphics card does.
  • 8x larger process node
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 has a higher process node than the average graphics card (40 nm vs 5 nm). The average graphics card uses a process node of 5 nm.
    What it is: Size of the manufacturing process in nanometers
    When it matters: When process node differences may affect power, heat, and overall efficiency.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 has a higher process node than the average graphics card (40 nm vs 5 nm). The average graphics card uses a process node of 5 nm.40 nm vs 5 nm
  • 33 fewer compute units
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 has fewer compute units than the average graphics card (7 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 compute units.
    What it is: Total number of shader multiprocessors or compute units
    When it matters: When you want a better sense of the GPU's overall parallel hardware resources before relying on game benchmarks alone.

    Importance: HIGH

    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 has fewer compute units than the average graphics card (7 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 compute units.7 vs 40
  • 11 GB less VRAM
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 has fewer VRAM than the average graphics card (1 GB vs 12 GB). The average graphics card has 12 GB VRAM.
    What it is: Total video memory available on the graphics card
    When it matters: When you play at high settings, use texture mods, or work with large creative projects.

    Importance: HIGH

    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 has fewer VRAM than the average graphics card (1 GB vs 12 GB). The average graphics card has 12 GB VRAM.1 GB vs 12 GB
  • 2 fewer fans
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 has fewer fans than the average graphics card (1 vs 3).
    What it is: Total number of cooling fans
    When it matters: When you compare cooler designs and want one more clue about thermal potential.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 has fewer fans than the average graphics card (1 vs 3).1 vs 3
  • 64.8% lower base clock speed
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 has a lower base GPU clock than the average graphics card (675 MHz vs 1,920 MHz). The average graphics card has a base GPU clock of 1,920 MHz.
    What it is: Base operating frequency of the GPU core under standard conditions
    When it matters: When you want to understand the card's guaranteed starting frequency instead of looking only at optimistic boost figures.

    Importance: HIGH

    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 has a lower base GPU clock than the average graphics card (675 MHz vs 1,920 MHz). The average graphics card has a base GPU clock of 1,920 MHz.675 MHz vs 1920 MHz
  • 128 fewer TMUs
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 has fewer TMUs than the average graphics card (56 vs 184). The average graphics card has 184 TMUs.
    What it is: Total count of texture mapping units on the GPU
    When it matters: When texture-heavy gaming performance matters and you want extra hardware context behind texture-rate claims.

    Importance: HIGH

    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 has fewer TMUs than the average graphics card (56 vs 184). The average graphics card has 184 TMUs.56 vs 184
  • 90% lower texture rate
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 has a lower texture rate than the average graphics card (37.8 GTexel/s vs 376.8 GTexel/s). The average graphics card has a texture rate of 376.8 GTexel/s.
    What it is: Number of textured pixels the GPU can process per second
    When it matters: When fast texture handling matters in high-refresh gaming workloads.

    Importance: HIGH

    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 has a lower texture rate than the average graphics card (37.8 GTexel/s vs 376.8 GTexel/s). The average graphics card has a texture rate of 376.8 GTexel/s.37.8 GTexel/s vs 376.8 GTexel/s
  • 74.3% lower memory bandwidth
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 has a lower memory bandwidth than the average graphics card (115.2 GB/s vs 448 GB/s). The average graphics card has a memory bandwidth of 448 GB/s.
    What it is: Maximum data transfer rate between GPU and its memory
    When it matters: When 4K gaming, ray tracing, or creator work can choke a slower memory subsystem.

    Importance: HIGH

    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 has a lower memory bandwidth than the average graphics card (115.2 GB/s vs 448 GB/s). The average graphics card has a memory bandwidth of 448 GB/s.115.2 GB/s vs 448 GB/s
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What customers like about NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460?

  • Excellent value for money, often described as a 'sweet spot' for mid-range gaming.
  • Strong performance in DirectX 11 games, particularly with tessellation features.
  • Highly overclockable, with some models reaching over 25% clock increases.
  • Significant improvements in heat and power efficiency compared to previous Fermi-based cards like the GTX 480.
  • Quiet operation on most models, especially those with custom coolers like the MSI Cyclone.
  • Exceptional SLI scaling, where two cards can outperform a single flagship GTX 480 for a similar price.
  • Compact physical design (roughly 8.25 inches), making it easier to fit in standard cases.

What customers dislike about NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460?

  • Performance drop-offs at extremely high resolutions (e.g., 2560x1600) compared to higher-end ATI rivals.
  • Limited to two active displays per card, requiring an SLI setup for three-monitor surround gaming.
  • Modern support is non-existent, with official drivers ending in 2018, causing newer games (like DOOM Eternal) to fail to launch.
  • Power draw is high by modern standards (approx. 160W) relative to its aging performance.
  • Significant performance gap between the 768MB and 1GB variants, with the 768MB model struggling more in VRAM-intensive tasks.

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bit-tech.net
12/07/2010
Nvidia GeForce GTX 460 768MB Graphics Card Review

The bit-tech review of the Nvidia GeForce GTX 460 768MB highlights the graphics card as a major turning point for Nvidia's Fermi architecture, successfully reclaiming ground in the mid-range market. Priced competitively at £179 MSRP ($199 US), this card is built on the scaled-down GF104 GPU, packing 336 stream processors running at a 1,350MHz shader clock. A major pro highlighted in...Read more

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pcper.com
12/07/2010
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 Review - GF104 and the budget Fermi

The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 introduces the GF104 architecture, representing a highly successful, specialized redesign of the original GF100 Fermi chip rather than a simple production shrink. Built on a 35% smaller die with 1.95 billion transistors, it addresses previous criticisms of the Fermi family by being significantly cooler, smaller, more power-efficient, and much cheaper to...Read more

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techpowerup.com
12/07/2010
AXLE GeForce GTX 460 768 MB Review

The TechPowerUp review of the AXLE GeForce GTX 460 768 MB highlights a 40 nm GF104 card that, despite a 192-bit bus and fewer ROPs, performs only about 7% slower than the 1GB version. Key advantages include excellent power efficiency, particularly during idle and playback, alongside high-performance potential from exceptional manual overclocking headroom. Conversely, the...Read more

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techpowerup.com
12/07/2010
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 460 1 GB Review

The ZOTAC GeForce GTX 460 1 GB is a mid-range card based on NVIDIA’s GF104 architecture, praised for its 256-bit memory bus, superior connectivity with dual DVI, HDMI, and DisplayPort, and excellent manual overclocking potential reaching 835 MHz. It notably improves upon the power consumption issues of earlier Fermi cards and offers solid performance over the 768 MB variant....Read more

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guru3d.com
11/07/2010
GeForce GTX 460 review (roundup)

The Guru3D GeForce GTX 460 Roundup reviews Nvidia’s mid-range GF104-based cards, highlighting the 768MB and 1024MB models for their exceptional performance-per-dollar, capable of challenging higher-end cards like the HD 5850. Key strengths include excellent overclocking headroom, low operating temperatures, and low noise levels under load, making them a standout value option upon...Read more

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tomshardware.com
11/07/2010
Nvidia GeForce GTX 460: The Fermi We Were Waiting For

The Nvidia GeForce GTX 460 marks a successful architectural shift for Nvidia, moving from the complex GF100 core to the more efficient GF104 derivative chip. By rearranging its resources, the GF104 architecture implements 48 CUDA cores and eight texture units per Streaming Multiprocessor (SM). This wider configuration allows the mainstream GTX 460 to actually outperform the pricier...Read more

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phoronix.com
23/08/2010
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 On Linux Review

The Phoronix review of the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 (768MB) on Linux, using proprietary driver 256.44, highlights strong competitive OpenGL gaming performance and efficient, cooler operating temperatures (42°C idle, 59°C load) compared to previous Fermi iterations. Priced at $199, the GF104-based card excels in multimedia tasks, offering superior video decoding via VDPAU over ATI...Read more

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techpowerup.com
12/07/2010
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 SLI Review

The TechPowerUp review of the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 SLI highlights the dual-GPU configuration as a high-value, cost-effective alternative to single high-end cards, delivering exceptional 82% scaling at high resolutions (2560x1600). Key pros include performance exceeding the GTX 480, better power efficiency and lower noise than previous Fermi cards, and superior overclocking...Read more

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hothardware.com
12/07/2010
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 Debut: ZOTAC, EVGA

The HotHardware review details the launch of the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460, a mid-range graphics card utilizing the 40nm-based GF104 architecture. Shifting away from the larger, delayed GF100 chip found in previous GTX 400 series cards, this scaled-down GPU features 336 CUDA cores and is introduced in two distinct retail configurations: a 768MB version and a 1GB version. In extensive...Read more

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alphr.com
13/07/2010
Nvidia GeForce GTX 460 review

The Alphr Nvidia GeForce GTX 460 review highlights the graphics card as a major turning point and a triumphant, cost-effective redesign of the Fermi architecture built on a new GF104 core. The card brings distinct pros, including its shortened 223mm form factor which improves chassis space and allows for easier access to the dual 6-pin power connectors. Furthermore, it showcases...Read more

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uk.pcmag.com
12/07/2010
Nvidia GeForce GTX 460 Review

The PCMag review presents the Nvidia GeForce GTX 460 as a highly competitive mid-range graphic card that successfully fills a critical sub-$200 gap in Nvidia’s DirectX 11 Fermi lineup. Built on the new GF104 architecture, the card is praised for delivering a superb balance of price and performance, effectively rivaling AMD's ATI Radeon HD 5830. It comes in two distinct variants: a...Read more

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techpowerup.com
17/08/2010
ZOTAC GeForce GTX 460 Amp! Edition 1 GB Review

The Zotac GeForce GTX 460 AMP! Edition is a highly capable, factory-overclocked card based on NVIDIA’s 40 nm GF104 architecture, featuring a 20% core and 11% memory speed increase over the reference design. Key advantages include exceptional 3D performance, a quiet custom dual-slot cooler at idle, full-sized DisplayPort/HDMI outputs, and a bundled full version of Prince of Persia....Read more

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techpowerup.com
11/08/2010
Palit GeForce GTX 460 Sonic Platinum 1 GB Review

The Palit GeForce GTX 460 Sonic Platinum 1 GB, evaluated by TechPowerUp, features a high factory overclock of 800 MHz core and 1000 MHz memory, delivering a 17.5% performance increase over standard cards. Key advantages include strong DirectX 11 performance, excellent value at its $249 price point, and a compact 19 cm PCB design. However, the card’s custom dual-slot cooler operates...Read more

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tomshardware.com
27/07/2010
Amazing SLI Scaling: Do Two GeForce GTX 460s Beat One GeForce GTX 480?

Based on the provided review from Tom's Hardware, a dual GeForce GTX 460 SLI configuration delivers exceptional scaling, offering a massive 90% performance boost over a single GTX 460 baseline while only requiring 53% more total system power. This high efficiency translates into a 24% increase in full-load performance-per-watt. Financially, it represents a highly cost-effective...Read more

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chip.de
13/07/2026
Palit Geforce GTX 460 Sonic Platinum Test

The CHIP review positions the Palit GeForce GTX 460 Sonic Platinum as a highly recommended mid-range graphics card that successfully redeems Nvidia's Fermi architecture after the disappointing GTX 465. Built on the GF104 GPU, this custom model comes heavily factory-overclocked with a core clock of 800 MHz and 1,024 MB of GDDR5 VRAM running on a 256-bit interface. In terms of pros,...Read more

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gamestar.de
12/07/2026
Nvidia Geforce GTX 460 im Benchmark-Test

Nvidia GeForce GTX 460 Review Summary The Nvidia GeForce GTX 460 is highly praised as Nvidia's best graphics card since the 2006 GeForce 8800 GTX, offering excellent gaming performance and quiet operation at an affordable price point. Built on the new gaming-optimised GF104 architecture, it strips away unnecessary professional computing functions—like ECC error correction and fast...Read more

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hardware.fr
12/07/2010
Nvidia GeForce GTX 460(comptoir-hardware.com) | 12/07/2010 | Test • nVIDIA GeFORCE GTX 460

Overview The Nvidia GeForce GTX 460 marks the debut of the 1.95-billion-transistor GF104 GPU, an architectural variation of the Fermi design specifically optimized to target the highly competitive €200–€250 price segment. While Nvidia previously struggled with high-end, costly GF100 chips, this new silicon aims to deliver excellent price-to-performance efficiency for gamers,...Read more

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nexthardware.com
12/07/2010
1. Zotac GeForce GTX 460 1 GB | Recensione - Nexthardware

The Zotac GeForce GTX 460 1 GB is evaluated as a highly efficient, mid-range, DirectX 11-capable graphics card that boasts a compact 21 cm length for easy installation in smaller chassis. Its dual-slot, copper heat pipe cooling system with a single radial fan is praised for quiet operation and effectively exhausting hot air out of the case. While offering solid performance for its...Read more

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tomshw.it
21/07/2010
Gainward GTX 460 GLH, personalizzata e overcloccata - Tom's Hardware

The review details the Gainward GTX 460 Golden Sample - Goes Like Hell (GS-GLH) graphics card, highlighting Nvidia's successful engineering turnaround with the GF104 architecture. Built on a refined 40nm process, the card leverages 336 CUDA cores and a 256-bit bus paired with 1GB of GDDR5 memory. Gainward provides a massive factory overclock out of the box, pushing the core clock...Read more

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hwupgrade.it
19/07/2010
Comparativa schede video NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 - 465 - Hardware Upgrade

This HWUpgrade review compares custom NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 and 465 cards, identifying the GF104-based GTX 460 as the superior mid-range option due to its efficient, cool-running architecture, high factory overclocking headroom, and excellent price-to-performance ratio. Conversely, the GTX 465 is limited by the older, hot-running GF100 GPU, resulting in higher power consumption and...Read more

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tweakers.net
23/07/2010
Vier keer de Nvidia GTX 460-videokaart - Review - Tweakers

This 2010 review examines four variations of the then-new Nvidia GeForce GTX 460 graphics card, built on the GF104 architecture, to evaluate their performance, power consumption, noise levels, and overclocking potential. Tested models include a 1GB version from Zotac, 768MB models from EVGA and Gigabyte, and Nvidia’s 1GB reference card. Across a suite of standard benchmarks, the GTX...Read more

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