NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970

GTX 970 is an NVIDIA GPU released in 2014 with 4 GB of VRAM.

Estimated Render Times for One Frame of Benchmark Scenes

OpenData Score: 269.48

Our estimated render times for one frame of benchmark scenes

Benchmark scores on this page are derived from Blender Open Data snapshot medians for classroom, junkshop, and monster. The one-frame render time chart is our derived estimate based on those medians and the legacy page formula, so it should be treated as an estimate rather than an official Blender timing.

NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970 Performance Highlights

Comparative advantages in key areas

  • Efficient power consumption for its time
  • Solid performance for basic 3D modeling and rendering

NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970 Specific Performance Leaps

Significant improvements over previous generation

Architecture
Maxwell 2.0 offers improved efficiency over previous generations.

Unique NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970 Features

Advantages for content creators

  • Maxwell 2.0 architecture
  • 1664 CUDA cores

Our Take on the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970

The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970, with its Maxwell 2.0 architecture, offers a solid entry-level performance for Blender users, though its 4 GB of VRAM may limit its capabilities for more demanding tasks.

Pros:

  • Good performance for its release period
  • Efficient architecture

Cons:

  • Limited VRAM for current professional standards
  • Older generation technology

The GTX 970 is a reliable choice for Blender users with moderate rendering needs, but may fall short for complex scenes requiring more VRAM.

NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970 Advantages for Blender Content Creators

Efficient Power Usage

Efficiency
Maxwell 2.0 architecture

The GTX 970's architecture is designed for improved power efficiency, making it a cost-effective option for extended rendering sessions.

Why Choose the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970 for Blender?

Unmatched performance for professional 3D content creation

  • Cost-effective for basic rendering tasks
  • Reliable performance for older software versions

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