GeForce 945M vs GeForce GTX 745

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. The GeForce 945M is positioned at rank #100 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Balanced cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar GeForce 945M

#30

Radeon 8050S

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

96%

#31

Radeon RX 8050S

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

96%

#90

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

257%

#92

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

233%

#93

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

233%

#97

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

212%

#98

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

210%

#100

GeForce 945M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $98

100%

#103

Radeon RX 460 (móvel)

MSRP: $99|Avg: $45

98%

#105

GeForce GTX 680M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

97%

#106

Radeon HD 7470M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $12

97%

#110

GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

95%

#114

Radeon RX 470 (móvel)

MSRP: $179|Avg: $40

93%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 745 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.8% higher G3D Mark score and 700% more VRAM (4 GB vs 512 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce 945M.

Insight	GeForce 945M	GeForce GTX 745
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.8%)	✅Leading raw performance (+0.8%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell (2014−2017))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Maxwell (2014−2017))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+700%)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	—	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 745 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 745 holds the technical lead. Priced at $25 (vs $98), it costs 74% less, resulting in a 295.2% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce 945M	GeForce GTX 745
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+295.2%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($98)	✅More affordable ($25)

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.

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce 945M and GeForce GTX 745

GeForce 945M

The GeForce 945M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in October 27 2015. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 928 MHz to 1020 MHz. It has 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,109 points.

GeForce GTX 745

The GeForce GTX 745 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in February 18 2014. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 1020 MHz to 1085 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 55W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,126 points. Launch price was $119.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce 945M scores 2,109 and the GeForce GTX 745 reaches 2,126 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.8% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce 945M is built on Maxwell while the GeForce GTX 745 uses Maxwell, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 640 (GeForce 945M) vs 512 (GeForce GTX 745). Raw compute: 1.306 TFLOPS (GeForce 945M) vs 1.111 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 745). Boost clocks: 1020 MHz vs 1085 MHz.

Feature	GeForce 945M	GeForce GTX 745
G3D Mark Score	2,109	2,126
Architecture	Maxwell	Maxwell
Process Node	28 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	640+25%	512
Compute (TFLOPS)	1.306 TFLOPS+18%	1.111 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	1020 MHz	1085 MHz+6%
ROPs	16	16
TMUs	40+25%	32
L1 Cache	320 KB+25%	256 KB
L2 Cache	2 MB	2 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce 945M	GeForce GTX 745
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 2.1 (Compatible)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	FSR 3 (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce 945M comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 745 has 4 GB. The GeForce GTX 745 offers 700% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit.

Feature	GeForce 945M	GeForce GTX 745
VRAM Capacity	0.5 GB	4 GB+700%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	80 GB/s	80 GB/s
Bus Width	128-bit	128-bit
L2 Cache	2 MB	2 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (11_0) (GeForce 945M) vs 12 (11_0) (GeForce GTX 745). Vulkan: 1.1 vs 1.4. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 3.

Feature	GeForce 945M	GeForce GTX 745
DirectX	12 (11_0)	12 (11_0)
Vulkan	1.1	1.4+27%
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	2	3+50%

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC (Maxwell) (GeForce 945M) vs NVENC 4th Gen (GeForce GTX 745). Decoder: PureVideo HD (VP6) vs PureVideo HD VP6. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265,MPEG-2 (GeForce 945M) vs H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 ASP (GeForce GTX 745).

Feature	GeForce 945M	GeForce GTX 745
Encoder	NVENC (Maxwell)	NVENC 4th Gen
Decoder	PureVideo HD (VP6)	PureVideo HD VP6
Codecs	H.264,H.265,MPEG-2	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 ASP

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce 945M draws 75W versus the GeForce GTX 745's 55W — a 30.8% difference. The GeForce GTX 745 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce 945M) vs 300W (GeForce GTX 745). Power connectors: Legacy vs 1x 6-pin. Card length: 0mm vs 145mm, occupying 0 vs 1 slots. Typical load temperature: 75 vs 75°C.

Feature	GeForce 945M	GeForce GTX 745
TDP	75W	55W-27%
Recommended PSU	350W	300W-14%
Power Connector	Legacy	1x 6-pin
Length	0mm	145mm
Height	0mm	69mm
Slots	0-100%	1
Temp (Load)	75	75°C
Perf/Watt	28.1	38.7+38%

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 745 costs 74.5% less ($73 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 21.5 (GeForce 945M) vs 85.0 (GeForce GTX 745) — the GeForce GTX 745 offers 295.3% better value. The GeForce 945M is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2014).