GeForce GT 240 vs GeForce GT 625M
GeForce GT 240
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GeForce GT 625M
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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 GeForce GT 240 is positioned at rank 197 and the GeForce GT 625M is on rank 219, so the GeForce GT 240 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GeForce GT 240
Performance Per Dollar GeForce GT 625M
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce GT 240 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.1% higher G3D Mark score. However, the GeForce GT 625M offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | GeForce GT 240 | GeForce GT 625M |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+2.1%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.1%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Kepler (2012−2018)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / Kepler (2012−2018)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+100%) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | — |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce GT 240 remains the clear technical winner. Check real-time availability to determine if the performance gap justifies the market price.
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 GeForce GT 240 and GeForce GT 625M
GeForce GT 240
The GeForce GT 240 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 29 2014. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 993 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 64W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 495 points. Launch price was $89.
GeForce GT 625M
The GeForce GT 625M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 22 2012. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from Up to 900 MHz to 950 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 45W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 485 points.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce GT 240 scores 495 and the GeForce GT 625M reaches 485 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GT 240 is built on Kepler while the GeForce GT 625M uses Kepler, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 384 (GeForce GT 240) vs 384 (GeForce GT 625M). Raw compute: 0.7626 TFLOPS (GeForce GT 240) vs 0.7296 TFLOPS (GeForce GT 625M).
| Feature | GeForce GT 240 | GeForce GT 625M |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 495+2% | 485 |
| Architecture | Kepler | Kepler |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 384 | 384 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 0.7626 TFLOPS+5% | 0.7296 TFLOPS |
| ROPs | 16 | 16 |
| TMUs | 32 | 32 |
| L1 Cache | 32 KB | 32 KB |
| L2 Cache | 256 KB | 256 KB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GT 240 | GeForce GT 625M |
|---|---|---|
| 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 GeForce GT 240 comes with 1 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GT 625M has 2 GB. The GeForce GT 625M offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | GeForce GT 240 | GeForce GT 625M |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 1 GB | 2 GB+100% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | Unknown |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 128-bit |
| L2 Cache | 256 KB | 256 KB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 10.1 (GeForce GT 240) vs 11.0 (GeForce GT 625M). Vulkan: N/A vs None. OpenGL: 3.3 vs 4.0. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 1.
| Feature | GeForce GT 240 | GeForce GT 625M |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 10.1 | 11.0+9% |
| Vulkan | N/A | None |
| OpenGL | 3.3 | 4.0+21% |
| Max Displays | 2+100% | 1 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: None (GeForce GT 240) vs No (GeForce GT 625M). Decoder: PureVideo HD (VP4) vs PureVideo HD VP5. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (GeForce GT 240) vs MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1,MPEG-4 ASP (GeForce GT 625M).
| Feature | GeForce GT 240 | GeForce GT 625M |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | None | No |
| Decoder | PureVideo HD (VP4) | PureVideo HD VP5 |
| Codecs | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 | MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1,MPEG-4 ASP |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GT 240 draws 64W versus the GeForce GT 625M's 45W — a 34.9% difference. The GeForce GT 625M is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GT 240) vs 350W (GeForce GT 625M). Power connectors: None vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 168mm vs 0mm, occupying 1 vs 0 slots. Typical load temperature: 70 vs 75°C.
| Feature | GeForce GT 240 | GeForce GT 625M |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 64W | 45W-30% |
| Recommended PSU | 300W-14% | 350W |
| Power Connector | None | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 168mm | 0mm |
| Height | 111mm | 0mm |
| Slots | 1 | 0-100% |
| Temp (Load) | 70-7% | 75°C |
| Perf/Watt | 7.7 | 10.8+40% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GT 240 is the newer GPU (2014 vs 2012).
| Feature | GeForce GT 240 | GeForce GT 625M |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $80 | — |
| Avg Price (30d) | $80 | — |
| Codename | GK107 | GK107 |
| Release | May 29 2014 | March 22 2012 |
| Ranking | #777 | #828 |
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