FirePro M7740 vs GeForce GT 640M LE
FirePro M7740
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GeForce GT 640M LE
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Performance Spectrum - GPU
About G3D Mark
G3D Mark is a standard benchmark that measures graphics performance in real-world gaming scenarios. It simplifies comparing cards from different brands, where higher scores directly correlate with better fps and smoother gaming experiences.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The FirePro M7740 is positioned at rank 329 and the GeForce GT 640M LE is on rank 386, so the FirePro M7740 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar FirePro M7740
Performance Per Dollar GeForce GT 640M LE
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce GT 640M LE is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 4.8% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (2 GB vs 1 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the FirePro M7740.
| Insight | FirePro M7740 | GeForce GT 640M LE |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-4.8%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+4.8%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / Kepler (2012−2018)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+100%) |
| Efficiency | Normal Efficiency | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce GT 640M LE offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GT 640M LE holds the technical lead. Priced at $20 (vs $500), it costs 96% less, resulting in a 2520.3% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | FirePro M7740 | GeForce GT 640M LE |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+2520.3%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($500) | ✅More affordable ($20) |
Performance Check
Real-world benchmarks and performance projections based on comprehensive hardware analysis and comparative metrics. Values represent expected performance on High/Ultra settings at 1080p, 1440p, and 4K. Modeled using a Ryzen 7 7800X3D reference profile to minimize specific CPU bottlenecks.
Note: Performance behavior can vary per game. Specific architectures may perform better or worse depending on game engine optimizations and API implementation.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of FirePro M7740 and GeForce GT 640M LE
FirePro M7740
The FirePro M7740 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in June 27 2012. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 675 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 33W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 665 points.
GeForce GT 640M LE
The GeForce GT 640M LE is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 22 2012. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from Up to 625 MHz to 645 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 32W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 697 points.
Graphics Performance
The FirePro M7740 scores 665 and the GeForce GT 640M LE reaches 697 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 4.8% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The FirePro M7740 is built on GCN 1.0 while the GeForce GT 640M LE uses Kepler, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 512 (FirePro M7740) vs 384 (GeForce GT 640M LE). Raw compute: 0.6912 TFLOPS (FirePro M7740) vs 0.48 TFLOPS (GeForce GT 640M LE).
| Feature | FirePro M7740 | GeForce GT 640M LE |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 665 | 697+5% |
| Architecture | GCN 1.0 | Kepler |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 512+33% | 384 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 0.6912 TFLOPS+44% | 0.48 TFLOPS |
| ROPs | 16 | 16 |
| TMUs | 32 | 32 |
| L1 Cache | 128 KB+300% | 32 KB |
| L2 Cache | 256 KB | 256 KB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | FirePro M7740 | GeForce GT 640M LE |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The FirePro M7740 comes with 1 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GT 640M LE has 2 GB. The GeForce GT 640M LE offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | FirePro M7740 | GeForce GT 640M LE |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 1 GB | 2 GB+100% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 128-bit+100% |
| L2 Cache | 256 KB | 256 KB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 10.1 (FirePro M7740) vs 12 (11_0) (GeForce GT 640M LE). Vulkan: None vs 1.2. OpenGL: 3.3 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 4.
| Feature | FirePro M7740 | GeForce GT 640M LE |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 10.1 | 12 (11_0)+19% |
| Vulkan | None | 1.2 |
| OpenGL | 3.3 | 4.6+39% |
| Max Displays | 2 | 4+100% |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: None (FirePro M7740) vs NVENC 1st Gen (GeForce GT 640M LE). Decoder: UVD 2 vs VP5. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (FirePro M7740) vs H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1,MPEG-4 (GeForce GT 640M LE).
| Feature | FirePro M7740 | GeForce GT 640M LE |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | None | NVENC 1st Gen |
| Decoder | UVD 2 | VP5 |
| Codecs | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 | H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1,MPEG-4 |
Power & Dimensions
The FirePro M7740 draws 33W versus the GeForce GT 640M LE's 32W — a 3.1% difference. The GeForce GT 640M LE is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (FirePro M7740) vs 350W (GeForce GT 640M LE). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 0mm vs 0mm, occupying 1 vs 0 slots. Typical load temperature: 85°C vs 85.
| Feature | FirePro M7740 | GeForce GT 640M LE |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 33W | 32W-3% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 0mm | 0mm |
| Height | 0mm | 0mm |
| Slots | 1 | 0-100% |
| Temp (Load) | 85°C | 85 |
| Perf/Watt | 20.2 | 21.8+8% |
Value Analysis
The FirePro M7740 launched at $500 MSRP and currently averages $500, while the GeForce GT 640M LE launched at $80 and now averages $20. The GeForce GT 640M LE costs 96% less ($480 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 1.3 (FirePro M7740) vs 34.9 (GeForce GT 640M LE) — the GeForce GT 640M LE offers 2584.6% better value.
| Feature | FirePro M7740 | GeForce GT 640M LE |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $500 | $80-84% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $500 | $20-96% |
| Performance per Dollar | 1.3 | 34.9+2585% |
| Codename | Chelsea | GK107 |
| Release | June 27 2012 | March 22 2012 |
| Ranking | #752 | #909 |
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