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  • Avg. price: ~£310
  • VRAM: ?
  • Memory bus width: 320 bit
  • Thermal Design Power (TDP): 219 W

NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 review. Compare 118 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among graphics cards and if it is worth buying.

3.7

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%

3.4

Technical Score

10.0%

6.9

User score

Poor
3.4

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%

2.2

Performance

24.0%

3.7

Memory

12.0%

4.2

Power & Cooling

11.0%

4.2

Platform & Features

5.0%

7.1

Design

4.0%

4.8

Connectivity & Media

Poor
6.9

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%

8.3

User reviews

30.0%

3.7

Popularity

User score:
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  • 7.7
    Gaming

    Score components:

    45.0%

    ?

    Floating-point performance

    25.0%

    ?

    VRAM

    20.0%

    ?

    Ray tracing cores / units

    10.0%

    5.2

    PCI Express (PCIe) version

  • 7.2
    Video editing

    Score components:

    35.0%

    7.0

    AV1 encode

    30.0%

    ?

    VRAM

    20.0%

    ?

    Floating-point performance

    15.0%

    5.2

    PCI Express (PCIe) version

  • 7.7
    1080p

    Score components:

    55.0%

    ?

    Floating-point performance

    25.0%

    ?

    VRAM

    10.0%

    ?

    Ray tracing cores / units

    10.0%

    5.2

    PCI Express (PCIe) version

  • 7.9
    1440p

    Score components:

    50.0%

    ?

    Floating-point performance

    30.0%

    ?

    VRAM

    15.0%

    ?

    Ray tracing cores / units

    5.0%

    5.2

    PCI Express (PCIe) version

  • 7.9
    4K

    Score components:

    40.0%

    ?

    Floating-point performance

    35.0%

    ?

    VRAM

    20.0%

    ?

    Ray tracing cores / units

    5.0%

    5.2

    PCI Express (PCIe) version

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Verdict

The Nvidia GeForce GTX 570, launched in 2010 based on the 40nm Fermi architecture (GF110), features 480 CUDA cores, a 732 MHz core clock, and 1,280 MB of GDDR5 memory on a 320-bit bus, providing 152 GB/s of bandwidth. Its main strengths include significantly improved thermal management and lower noise levels compared to the previous GTX 480 thanks to a vapor chamber cooling design, alongside strong DirectX 11 performance that rivaled former flagship models at a lower price point. However, it is hindered by its high 219W TDP requiring dual 6-pin connectors, limited VRAM capacity for modern resolutions, and a lack of built-in DisplayPort support on reference models.

Technical Specifications of NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570

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%

2.2

Performance

24.0%

3.7

Memory

12.0%

4.2

Power & Cooling

11.0%

4.2

Platform & Features

5.0%

7.1

Design

4.0%

4.8

Connectivity & Media

3.4
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 has a technical score of 3.39 points, which is lower than that of 94.7% 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%

8.3

User reviews

30.0%

3.7

Popularity

User score:
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6.9
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 has a user score of 6.88 points, which is lower than that of 93.1% 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.
3.7
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 has a popularity of 3.7 points, which is higher than 56.7% 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%

3.7

Overall score

40.0%

8.9

Price

5.3
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 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

1,630 points
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 scores 1630 points in PassMark DirectCompute, which is lower than 79.6% of graphics cards.
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

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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

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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 570 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

320 bit
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 uses a 320 bit memory bus, which is wider than that of 85.7% of graphics cards and equal to that of 2.1% 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

152 GB/s
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 reaches 152 GB/s memory bandwidth, which is lower than that of 91.6% 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 570 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 570 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 570 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

N/A
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 570 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 570 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

2560x1600
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 supports a maximum digital resolution of 2560x1600, which is lower than that of 59.2% of graphics cards and equal to that of 1.1% of graphics cards.
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 570 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

1.1a
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 supports DisplayPort 1.1a, which is older than on 98.4% of graphics cards and equal to 0.1% of graphics cards.
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

219 W
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 has a TDP of 219 W, which is higher than that of 50.2% 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

219 W
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 draws 219 W under peak load, which is lower than 50.6% 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

550 W
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 recommends a 550 W PSU, which is lower than that of 63.3% of graphics cards and equal to that of 12.8% 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

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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

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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 570 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 570 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

900 g
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 weighs 900 g, which is lighter than 61.1% of graphics cards and equal in weight to 0.5% of graphics cards.
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NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 vs the average graphics card

  • 2.17x faster VRAM clock
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 has a higher VRAM clock than the average graphics card (3,800 MHz vs 1,750 MHz). The average graphics card runs its VRAM at 1,750 MHz.
    What it is: Speed at which the GPU memory operates
    When it matters: When you want more context on how quickly the card's VRAM can move data.

    Importance: LOW

    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 has a higher VRAM clock than the average graphics card (3,800 MHz vs 1,750 MHz). The average graphics card runs its VRAM at 1,750 MHz.3800 MHz vs 1750 MHz
  • 20x larger L2 cache
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 has more L2 cache than the average graphics card (640 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 570 has more L2 cache than the average graphics card (640 MB vs 32 MB). The average graphics card has 32 MB L2 cache.640 MB vs 32 MB
  • 64 bit wider memory bus
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 has a wider memory bus than the average graphics card (320 bit vs 256 bit). The average graphics card has a memory bus width of 256 bit.
    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

    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 has a wider memory bus than the average graphics card (320 bit vs 256 bit). The average graphics card has a memory bus width of 256 bit.320 bit vs 256 bit
  • 16 mm lower card height
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 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 570 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
  • 15.4% lower PSU requirement
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 has a lower PSU requirement than the average graphics card (550 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 570 has a lower PSU requirement than the average graphics card (550 W vs 650 W). The average graphics card has a PSU requirement of 650 W.550 W vs 650 W
  • 2 more DVI outputs
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 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 570 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 570 has a better FP64 ratio than the average graphics card (1:8 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 570 has a better FP64 ratio than the average graphics card (1:8 vs 1:64).1:8 vs 1:64
  • Supports multi-GPU linking
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 supports multi-GPU linking, the average graphics card does not.
    What it is: Supports NVIDIA SLI or AMD CrossFire multi-GPU setup
    When it matters: When you still run legacy multi-GPU gaming or rendering workflows.

    Importance: LOW

    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 supports multi-GPU linking, the average graphics card does not.
  • Better FP64 ratio
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 has a better FP64 ratio than the average graphics card (1:8 vs 1:64).
  • 2.17x faster VRAM clock
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 has a higher VRAM clock than the average graphics card (3,800 MHz vs 1,750 MHz). The average graphics card runs its VRAM at 1,750 MHz.
  • 20x larger L2 cache
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 has more L2 cache than the average graphics card (640 MB vs 32 MB). The average graphics card has 32 MB L2 cache.
  • 64 bit wider memory bus
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 has a wider memory bus than the average graphics card (320 bit vs 256 bit). The average graphics card has a memory bus width of 256 bit.
  • Supports multi-GPU linking
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 supports multi-GPU linking, the average graphics card does not.
  • 2 more DVI outputs
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 has more DVI outputs than the average graphics card (2 vs 0). The average graphics card has 0 DVI outputs.
  • 15.4% lower PSU requirement
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 has a lower PSU requirement than the average graphics card (550 W vs 650 W). The average graphics card has a PSU requirement of 650 W.
  • 16 mm lower card height
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 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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Performance
Memory
Platform & Features
Connectivity & Media
Power & Cooling
Design
  • 25 fewer compute units
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 has fewer compute units than the average graphics card (15 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 compute units.
  • 61.9% lower base clock speed
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 has a lower base GPU clock than the average graphics card (732 MHz vs 1,920 MHz). The average graphics card has a base GPU clock of 1,920 MHz.
  • 124 fewer TMUs
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 has fewer TMUs than the average graphics card (60 vs 184). The average graphics card has 184 TMUs.
  • 88.3% lower texture rate
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 has a lower texture rate than the average graphics card (43.9 GTexel/s vs 376.8 GTexel/s). The average graphics card has a texture rate of 376.8 GTexel/s.
  • 86.7% lower pixel rate
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 has a lower pixel rate than the average graphics card (22 GPixel/s vs 165.2 GPixel/s). The average graphics card has a pixel rate of 165.2 GPixel/s.
  • 24 fewer ROPs
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 has fewer ROPs than the average graphics card (40 vs 64). The average graphics card has 64 ROPs.
  • 3,872 fewer FP32 units
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 has fewer FP32 units than the average graphics card (480 vs 4,352). The average graphics card has 4,352 FP32 units.
  • 65.6% lower compute score
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 has a lower compute score than the average graphics card (1,630 points vs 4,745 points). The average graphics card has a compute score of 4,745 points.
  • 62.2% lower FP64 performance
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 has a lower FP64 performance than the average graphics card (0.2 TFLOPS vs 0.4651 TFLOPS). The average graphics card has FP64 performance of 0.4651 TFLOPS.
  • 80% slower memory speed
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 has a lower effective memory speed than the average graphics card (3,800 MHz vs 19,000 MHz). The average graphics card reaches an effective memory speed of 19,000 MHz.
  • 66.1% lower memory bandwidth
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 has a lower memory bandwidth than the average graphics card (152 GB/s vs 448 GB/s). The average graphics card has a memory bandwidth of 448 GB/s.
  • 50% smaller L1 cache
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 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 570 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 570 supports an older PCIe version than the average graphics card (2 vs 4.0).
  • 13 older
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 was released earlier than the average graphics card (2,010 vs 2,023).
  • No XeSS support
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 does not support XeSS, the average graphics card does.
  • No mesh shaders
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 does not support mesh shaders, the average graphics card does.
  • No DirectStorage support
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 does not support DirectStorage, the average graphics card does.
  • Worse SAM support
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 offers worse SAM support than the average graphics card (no vs yes).
  • Older DirectX version
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 supports an older DirectX version than the average graphics card (12 vs 12 Ultimate).
  • Older OpenCL version
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 supports an older OpenCL version than the average graphics card (1.1 vs 3.0).
  • Older shader model
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 supports an older shader model than the average graphics card (5 vs 6.8).
  • No sampler feedback
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 does not support sampler feedback, the average graphics card does.
  • 70.9% larger GPU die
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 has a higher GPU die size than the average graphics card (520 mm² vs 304.25 mm²). The average graphics card has a GPU die size of 304.25 mm².
  • 86.3% fewer transistors
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 has fewer transistors than the average graphics card (3,000 million vs 21,900 million). The average graphics card has 21,900 million transistors.
  • 3 fewer DisplayPort outputs
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 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 570 does not support AV1 encoding, the average graphics card does.
  • 2 fewer displays supported
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 supports fewer displays than the average graphics card (2 vs 4). The average graphics card supports 4 displays.
  • No AV1 decoding
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 does not support AV1 decoding, the average graphics card does.
  • No DSC support
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 does not support DSC, the average graphics card does.
  • Older HDMI version
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 supports an older HDMI version than the average graphics card (1.4a vs 2.1).
  • Older DisplayPort version
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 supports an older DisplayPort version than the average graphics card (1.1a vs 1.4a).
  • No VRR support
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 does not support VRR, the average graphics card does.
  • 2 fewer monitors per output type
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 supports fewer monitors per output type than the average graphics card (2 vs 4). The average graphics card supports 4 monitors per output type.
  • Not VR ready
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 is not VR ready, while the average graphics card is.
  • Lower display resolution
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 supports a lower maximum digital resolution than the average graphics card (2560x1600 vs 7680x4320). The average graphics card supports a maximum digital resolution of 7680x4320.
  • 2 fewer fans
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 has fewer fans than the average graphics card (1 vs 3).
  • No fan stop
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 does not support fan stop, the average graphics card does.
  • 10 °C higher load temperature
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 has a higher load temperature than the average graphics card (77 °C vs 67 °C). The average graphics card has a load temperature of 67 °C.
  • 37 dB noisier at idle
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 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.
  • 5 dB noisier under load
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 has a higher load noise level than the average graphics card (40 dB vs 35 dB). The average graphics card has a load noise level of 35 dB.
  • 4 °C lower thermal ceiling
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 has a lower thermal ceiling than the average graphics card (97 °C vs 93 °C). The average graphics card has a thermal ceiling of 93 °C.
  • No backplate
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 does not include a backplate, the average graphics card does.
  • 8x larger process node
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 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 570 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
  • 2 fewer fans
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 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 570 has fewer fans than the average graphics card (1 vs 3).1 vs 3
  • 25 fewer compute units
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 has fewer compute units than the average graphics card (15 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 570 has fewer compute units than the average graphics card (15 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 compute units.15 vs 40
  • 61.9% lower base clock speed
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 has a lower base GPU clock than the average graphics card (732 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 570 has a lower base GPU clock than the average graphics card (732 MHz vs 1,920 MHz). The average graphics card has a base GPU clock of 1,920 MHz.732 MHz vs 1920 MHz
  • 124 fewer TMUs
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 has fewer TMUs than the average graphics card (60 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 570 has fewer TMUs than the average graphics card (60 vs 184). The average graphics card has 184 TMUs.60 vs 184
  • 88.3% lower texture rate
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 has a lower texture rate than the average graphics card (43.9 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 570 has a lower texture rate than the average graphics card (43.9 GTexel/s vs 376.8 GTexel/s). The average graphics card has a texture rate of 376.8 GTexel/s.43.92 GTexel/s vs 376.8 GTexel/s
  • 86.7% lower pixel rate
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 has a lower pixel rate than the average graphics card (22 GPixel/s vs 165.2 GPixel/s). The average graphics card has a pixel rate of 165.2 GPixel/s.
    What it is: Number of pixels the GPU can render per second
    When it matters: When you play at high resolutions or care about older raster-heavy games.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 has a lower pixel rate than the average graphics card (22 GPixel/s vs 165.2 GPixel/s). The average graphics card has a pixel rate of 165.2 GPixel/s.21.96 GPixel/s vs 165.2 GPixel/s
  • 80% slower memory speed
    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 has a lower effective memory speed than the average graphics card (3,800 MHz vs 19,000 MHz). The average graphics card reaches an effective memory speed of 19,000 MHz.
    What it is: Effective memory data rate combining clock and bus width
    When it matters: When you compare how quickly each card can push data through its memory subsystem.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 has a lower effective memory speed than the average graphics card (3,800 MHz vs 19,000 MHz). The average graphics card reaches an effective memory speed of 19,000 MHz.3800 MHz vs 19000 MHz
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What customers like about NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570?

  • High performance for its price bracket, often matching the previous flagship GTX 480
  • Significant efficiency improvements over the 400-series, running cooler and quieter
  • Solid DirectX 11 and PhysX support, providing a mature ecosystem for gamers
  • Uses a more convenient dual 6-pin power connector setup compared to the 8-pin requirements of higher-end models
  • Excellent 'price-to-performance' ratio, widely considered the 'sweet spot' of the 500-series at launch

What customers dislike about NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570?

  • High power consumption under full load (rated at 219W TDP), requiring a high-quality power supply
  • Limited VRAM (1.28 GB) can become a bottleneck at very high resolutions or in modern, texture-heavy titles
  • Only a marginal performance upgrade for existing GTX 480 owners
  • Lacks modern features like Ray Tracing or DLSS, making it obsolete for contemporary AAA gaming
  • No native support for multi-monitor 'surround' gaming from a single card (unlike some contemporary AMD competitors)

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hexus.net
08/12/2010
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 review - bringing the best from Fermi

The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 1,280MB graphics card utilizes the refined GF110 Fermi architecture, functioning as a more affordable version of the flagship GTX 580. It shares identical core configurations with the older GTX 480—featuring 480 CUDA shaders and 15 PolyMorph engines—but operates with significantly faster core and shader clocks set at 732MHz and 1,464MHz respectively....Read more

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hothardware.com
07/12/2010
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 DirectX 11 GPU Review

The HotHardware review outlines the launch of the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570, a high-end DirectX 11 graphics card based on a pared-down variant of the flagship GF110 architecture. Manufactured on TSMC's 40nm process node, the card serves as a refined, more efficient successor to the previous generation's Fermi flagship, the GTX 480. HotHardware's benchmarking suite—which includes tests...Read more

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uk.pcmag.com
13/02/2012
Nvidia GeForce GTX 570 Review 2012 Expert Reviews

The PCMag UK review awards the Nvidia GeForce GTX 570 a 4.0 Excellent rating, characterizing it as a well-priced, rethought version of the older Fermi architecture that acts essentially like a souped-up GTX 480 integrated with 500-series enhancements. Priced at a $349 list price, it boasts 480 CUDA cores, 60 texture units, 40 ROPs, and clocked speeds of 732 MHz (graphics), 1,464 MHz...Read more

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expertreviews.co.uk
10/12/2010
Nvidia GeForce GTX 570 review

The Nvidia GeForce GTX 570, launched in late 2010 as part of the GeForce 500 series, is a high-performance card that offers a significant price reduction compared to its predecessor, the GTX 580, while maintaining impressive power. Built on a refined version of the 400-series architecture, it features 15 streaming multiprocessors and 1,280MB of GDDR5 memory on a 320-bit bus. In...Read more

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techradar.com
07/12/2010
Nvidia GeForce GTX 570 review

The Nvidia GeForce GTX 570 delivers impressive high-end performance for its £300 price point, essentially acting as a direct replacement for the older GTX 480 rather than the GTX 470. Built on the same basic revised Fermi GPU architecture as the flagship GTX 580, it features 480 CUDA cores, 60 texture units, and 40 render output units (ROPs). While its memory is restricted to...Read more

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overclockersclub.com
07/12/2010
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 Review

The Overclockers Club review of the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 highlights it as a high-performance, budget-friendly alternative to the GTX 480, offering superior gaming benchmarks over AMD’s HD 5870. Key advantages include efficient cooling, lower operating temperatures, a $349 price point, and strong feature support, such as 3D Vision Surround. Conversely, the review identifies limited...Read more

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techpowerup.com
07/12/2010
ASUS GeForce GTX 570 Review

The TechPowerUp review of the ASUS GeForce GTX 570, based on NVIDIA’s GF110 architecture, highlights a 480 CUDA core card offering performance comparable to the previous flagship GTX 480 at a competitive $329 price point. Key advantages noted are the improved power consumption, reduced fan noise, and better thermal management compared to earlier Fermi-based models. Conversely, the...Read more

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hexus.net
18/07/2011
Gigabyte GeForce GTX 570 Super Overclock review

The Gigabyte GeForce GTX 570 Super Overclock is a high-end, heavily modified graphics card featuring an impressive factory core overclock of 845MHz, which is over 100MHz faster than the NVIDIA reference standard. It features a robust, card-long WindForce 3x triple-fan cooling system that runs near-silently at 1,740rpm during idle periods and can be manually adjusted up to 3,360rpm...Read more

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alphr.com
08/12/2010
Nvidia GeForce GTX 570 review

The Nvidia GeForce GTX 570 is an enthusiast-class graphics card built on the re-engineered 40nm GF110 architecture. It features 480 stream processors, a core clock speed of 732MHz, and 1.25GB of GDDR5 RAM on a 320-bit memory interface. In terms of pros, the card offers excellent performance, delivering an impressive 48fps in Crysis at Full HD resolution on Very High settings. It...Read more

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chip.de
07/12/2010
Praxis-Test: Nvidia Geforce GTX 570 (Grafikkarte)

The CHIP review highlights the Nvidia Geforce GTX 570 as a highly capable and affordable high-end graphics card that successfully addresses the main flaws of the older Fermi architecture. Built on the GF110 GPU, it features 480 CUDA cores, a 732 MHz core clock, a 1,464 MHz shader clock, and 1,280 MB of GDDR5 memory on a 320-bit interface. In performance testing, the card delivers...Read more

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hardware.fr
07/12/2010
Nvidia GeForce GTX 570 - HardWare.fr

The Hardware.fr review outlines that the Nvidia GeForce GTX 570 is engineered using a modified GeForce GTX 580 printed circuit board (PCB), built around the scaled-down Fermi architecture. A major pro highlighted in the review is its improved raw computing and texturing power, yielding a 5% increase in fillrate performance over the older flagship GeForce GTX 480 due to slightly...Read more

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clubic.com
07/12/2010
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 : première déclinaison - Clubic

The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 is a DirectX 11 graphics card built on the 40nm GF110 Fermi architecture, serving as a scaled-down version of the flagship GTX 580 to replace the older GTX 470. It features 480 CUDA cores, 60 texture units, 40 ROPs, and a 320-bit memory bus equipped with 1.25 GB of GDDR5 video memory. Operating at a base clock speed of 732 MHz and a memory frequency of 950...Read more

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hardware.fr
07/12/2010
Récapitulatif des performances - Nvidia GeForce GTX 570

The HardWare.fr review summary outlines the performance dynamics of the Nvidia GeForce GTX 570 following its December 2010 release. According to the aggregated index testing, which includes games like Mafia II, Starcraft 2, and Metro 2033, the GTX 570 establishes itself as a highly capable high-end contender. In terms of pure performance, the pros are prominent: the GTX 570 slightly...Read more

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hardware.fr
07/12/2010
Nvidia GeForce GTX 570

The Hardware.fr review introduces the Nvidia GeForce GTX 570 as a highly capable alternative to the flagship GTX 580, launched strategically to counter AMD's Radeon HD 6900 series. Built on a slightly cut-down version of the 40nm GF110 GPU core (Fermi architecture), the card disables one of its 16 execution blocks and one of its six memory controllers. This configuration yields a...Read more

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noticias3d.com
07/12/2010
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 - Noticias3D.com

The Noticias3D review highlights the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 as an excellent high-end graphics card option built on the same 40nm GF110 silicon architecture as its older sibling, the flagship GTX 580. Mechanically, NVIDIA created this model by disabling a single Streaming Multiprocessor (SM) from the core, which trims the final hardware specs down to 480 CUDA cores, 60 texture units,...Read more

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noticias3d.com
01/12/2010
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 - Noticias3D.com

This review from Noticias3D breaks down the design and specifications of the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 graphics card. Built on a 40nm process with a GF110 core clocked at 732MHz (1464MHz shader clock), the card features 480 Stream Processors, 40 ROPs, and a 1.28 GB GDDR5 memory configuration across a 320-bit bus delivering 152 GB/s of bandwidth. Physically, the dual-slot graphics card...Read more

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nexthardware.com
01/02/2011
Zotac GeForce GTX 580 e 570 AMP! Edition - Nexthardware

The NextHardware review evaluates the factory-overclocked Zotac GeForce GTX 580 and 570 AMP! Edition cards, which utilize NVIDIA's reference design with a high-quality Vapor Chamber cooler for improved thermal management and excellent acoustic comfort compared to previous generations. Key pros include increased factory clock speeds and reliable performance, while notable cons...Read more

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tweakers.net
16/05/2011
Gainward GeForce GTX 570 1280MB Phantom - millman - Product reviews - Tweakers

The Gainward GeForce GTX 570 1280MB Phantom is highly praised as one of the best GTX 570 variants on the market due to its excellent custom cooling design, low noise levels, and impressive overclocking capabilities. Built on a modified PCB featuring an enhanced 8 phase power supply—compared to the 5 reference design—and requiring a 6-pin plus 8-pin power connection, the card offers...Read more

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