NVIDIA GeForce MX570 vs NVIDIA GeForce MX570 A Comparison

# Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The only direct benchmark comparison available between these two GPUs is the Geekbench OpenCL test, and it shows a clear, if modest, advantage for the NVIDIA GeForce MX570 A. In that test, the MX570 A scores 39,780 points, while the standard MX570 scores 38,299 points. That represents a 3.9% lead for the MX570 A, a measurable but not transformative difference in raw compute performance.

Looking at average benchmark scores across all tests, the MX570 A posts a combined average of 38,691, which is 1% higher than the MX570's average of 38,299. This consistency suggests the MX570 A's advantage is not an artifact of a single workload but reflects a slightly higher overall performance ceiling. Interestingly, the MX570 A's average score places it 0.9% behind the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Mobile (38,349), while the MX570 trails that same rival by only 0.1%. This means the MX570 actually sits marginally closer to the RTX 5080 Mobile in average performance than the MX570 A does, despite the MX570 A being ahead in the head-to-head OpenCL comparison.

When examining the nearest-rival landscape, both GPUs occupy the same percentile tier — the 81st percentile among all GPUs — indicating that they belong to the same performance class. The MX570 A's closest rival is the AMD Radeon Pro 580X, with an average score of 38,706, a delta of 0%. The MX570, by contrast, is 1.1% behind the Radeon Pro 580X and 1% behind the MX570 A. The MX570's other nearest rival, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile, posts an average of 38,135, putting the MX570 0.4% ahead of that part.

Synthesizing these numbers, the data paints a picture of two GPUs that are functionally near-identical in performance, with the MX570 A holding a slight edge in the one direct comparison available. The 3.9% OpenCL delta is real but small, and the average-score gap narrows to just 1%. Neither GPU dominates the other in a way that would alter a purchasing decision based purely on performance metrics. The MX570 A's single benchmark win (1 win, 0 losses) reflects this narrow but consistent advantage.

# FAQ

Q: Which GPU is faster in the Geekbench OpenCL test?

A: The NVIDIA GeForce MX570 A scores 39,780 in Geekbench OpenCL, while the NVIDIA GeForce MX570 scores 38,299. The MX570 A leads by 3.9%.

Q: How do the average benchmark scores compare between the two?

A: The MX570 A has an average benchmark score of 38,691, which is 1% higher than the MX570's average of 38,299.

Q: Are these GPUs in the same performance tier?

A: Yes, both GPUs are in the 81st percentile among all GPUs, indicating they occupy the same performance class.

Q: How does each GPU compare to the AMD Radeon Pro 580X?

A: The MX570 A matches the Radeon Pro 580X (38,706 average) with a delta of 0%, while the MX570 trails it by 1.1%.

Q: Which GPU is closer to the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Mobile in average score?

A: The MX570 is 0.1% behind the RTX 5080 Mobile (38,349 average), while the MX570 A is 0.9% behind it. So the MX570 sits slightly closer.

Q: Is there any benchmark where the MX570 wins?

A: In the only head-to-head benchmark available (Geekbench OpenCL), the MX570 loses to the MX570 A. It has 0 wins in direct comparisons.

# Where Each One Wins

The NVIDIA GeForce MX570 A wins the only direct benchmark comparison available — Geekbench OpenCL — with a 3.9% margin over the MX570. This makes it the better choice for compute-oriented workloads that rely on OpenCL execution, such as certain rendering tasks, physics simulations, or general-purpose GPU compute. Its average benchmark score of 38,691 also edges out the MX570's 38,299, reinforcing that the MX570 A holds a slight but consistent advantage across aggregated testing.

The NVIDIA GeForce MX570, on the other hand, does not win any direct benchmark comparison against the MX570 A. However, it does post a closer delta to the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Mobile — just 0.1% behind versus the MX570 A's 0.9% deficit — and it sits 0.4% ahead of the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile in average score. This suggests that in a broader field of comparables, the MX570's performance profile is slightly more balanced relative to high-end mobile parts, even if it loses the direct duel with the MX570 A. For users who prioritize OpenCL compute performance specifically, the MX570 A is the clear pick; for those weighing performance against a wider set of rivals, the MX570's positioning is marginally more favorable.

# Specification Differences

The two GPUs share nearly identical specifications, but there is one critical difference: thermal design power (TDP). The NVIDIA GeForce MX570 A has a TDP of 25 W, while the NVIDIA GeForce MX570 has a TDP of 15 W. This 10 W difference is the only specification where the two parts diverge.

All other core specifications are identical. Both use the same 8 nm process node, the same Samsung foundry, and pack 8,700 million transistors on a 200 mm² die with a transistor density of 43.5M per mm². Clock speeds match exactly: 832 MHz base and 1155 MHz boost, with memory running at 1500 MHz (12 Gbps effective). Memory configuration is identical as well — 2 GB of GDDR6 on a 64-bit bus, yielding 96.00 GB/s of bandwidth. Both feature 2048 shading units, 64 texture mapping units, 32 raster output pipelines, 16 ray tracing cores, and 64 tensor cores. Pixel rate is 36.96 GPixel/s, texture rate is 73.92 GTexel/s, and FP32/FP16 throughput is 4.731 TFLOPS for both.

Other matching fields include slot width (IGP), power connectors (none), bus interface (PCIe 4.0 x8), display outputs (portable device dependent), and API support (DirectX 12 Ultimate 12_2, OpenGL 4.6, Vulkan 1.4). Both are end-of-life products with the same release date of 2021-12-16 and neither has a launch MSRP listed.

The chip designations differ slightly — the MX570 A uses the GA107SB chip, while the MX570 uses the GA107S — but this does not translate into any measurable specification difference beyond the TDP. The higher TDP of the MX570 A is the sole specification that explains its performance advantage, as it likely allows the silicon to sustain higher sustained clocks under load, even though the rated boost clock is identical.

# Architecture Differences

Both GPUs are built on the same Ampere architecture and belong to the same GeForce MX (5xx) generation. They share the same GA107-series chip family, with the MX570 A using the GA107SB variant and the MX570 using the GA107S variant. The architecture is identical in terms of feature set: both support DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4, which includes hardware ray tracing and tensor core acceleration.

The process node is the same 8 nm Samsung process, and both chips have identical transistor counts (8,700 million), die size (200 mm²), and transistor density (43.5M per mm²). The compute configuration is also identical: 2048 shading units, 64 TMUs, 32 ROPs, 16 RT cores, and 64 tensor cores. This means the architectural capabilities — ray tracing performance, tensor core throughput, and raw shader compute — are theoretically the same between the two parts.

The only architectural difference that can be inferred from the data is the TDP, which is 25 W for the MX570 A versus 15 W for the MX570. While this is not an architectural feature per se, it affects how the architecture is implemented in practice. The higher TDP on the MX570 A suggests it is designed to run at higher sustained power draw, which could allow for more consistent clock behavior under sustained loads. The identical boost clocks (1155 MHz) mean that at peak, both GPUs can reach the same frequency, but the MX570 A may be able to maintain that frequency for longer periods or across a wider range of workloads. This is consistent with the 3.9% OpenCL performance advantage observed for the MX570 A.

Neither GPU has a listed predecessor or successor, and both are marked as end-of-life. The absence of any other architectural differences — same memory type, bus width, bandwidth, and API support — means that any performance delta between the two parts must be attributed to power delivery and thermal headroom rather than fundamental design changes.

# The Verdict

The data presents a straightforward picture: the NVIDIA GeForce MX570 A is the faster GPU, but only by a narrow margin. In the sole head-to-head benchmark, the MX570 A leads the MX570 by 3.9% in Geekbench OpenCL, and its average benchmark score is 1% higher. Both GPUs sit in the 81st percentile among all GPUs, confirming they are peers rather than competitors in different classes.

For users who will primarily run OpenCL-based workloads — whether in scientific computing, media processing, or other GPU-accelerated tasks — the MX570 A is the better choice. The 3.9% performance delta is meaningful in compute contexts where every percentage point translates to real time saved. Its higher TDP of 25 W versus 15 W also suggests it is better suited to sustained workloads that demand consistent performance over extended periods.

However, the MX570 is not without its merits. Its lower TDP of 15 W makes it a more power-efficient option, which could be advantageous in thermally constrained laptops or devices where battery life is a priority. It also posts a marginally closer delta to the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Mobile (0.1% behind versus 0.9% for the MX570 A), and it sits ahead of the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile by 0.4% in average score. These comparisons indicate that the MX570's performance profile is well-balanced against higher-tier mobile parts, even if it loses the direct duel with the MX570 A.

The specification sheets are otherwise identical: same 8 nm process, same 2 GB GDDR6 memory on a 64-bit bus, same 96.00 GB/s bandwidth, same 2048 shading units, same 16 RT cores, same 64 tensor cores, same 4.731 TFLOPS FP32 throughput, and same API support. The only differences are the chip variant (GA107SB versus GA107S) and the TDP. This means the MX570 A's advantage is almost certainly derived from its higher power budget, not from any architectural revision.

The verdict is therefore conditional on use case. If raw compute performance is the priority and power consumption is not a constraint, the MX570 A is the clear winner — it wins the only benchmark that matters and holds a higher average score. If power efficiency is more important, or if the device's thermal envelope is tight, the MX570's 15 W TDP makes it the more sensible choice, especially given that its performance is only 1% lower on average. For most users, the difference will be imperceptible in everyday tasks, but for those pushing sustained compute workloads, the MX570 A's extra headroom justifies its selection. Both GPUs are end-of-life products, so availability and platform compatibility should ultimately guide the decision, but on the data alone, the MX570 A earns the performance nod.