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GeForce GT 540M
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Radeon HD 8450G + HD 8670M Dual
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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 540M is positioned at rank 172 and the Radeon HD 8450G + HD 8670M Dual is on rank 576, so the GeForce GT 540M 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 540M
Performance Per Dollar Radeon HD 8450G + HD 8670M Dual
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Radeon HD 8450G + HD 8670M Dual is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.8% higher G3D Mark score. However, the GeForce GT 540M offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | GeForce GT 540M | Radeon HD 8450G + HD 8670M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.8%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.8%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Legacy) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+100%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | Normal Efficiency | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | — | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce GT 540M offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GT 540M holds the technical lead. Priced at $30 (vs $150), it costs 80% less, resulting in a 395.8% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce GT 540M | Radeon HD 8450G + HD 8670M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+395.8%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($30) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($150) |
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 540M and Radeon HD 8450G + HD 8670M Dual
GeForce GT 540M
The GeForce GT 540M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 9 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 941 MHz to 967 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 474 points.
Radeon HD 8450G + HD 8670M Dual
The Radeon HD 8450G + HD 8670M Dual is manufactured by AMD. It was released in August 1 2013. The core clock speed is 720 / 775 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 478 points.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce GT 540M scores 474 and the Radeon HD 8450G + HD 8670M Dual reaches 478 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.8% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. Shader units: 384 (GeForce GT 540M) vs 768 (Radeon HD 8450G + HD 8670M Dual).
| Feature | GeForce GT 540M | Radeon HD 8450G + HD 8670M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 474 | 478 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 384 | 768+100% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GT 540M | Radeon HD 8450G + HD 8670M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | AMD Anti-Lag |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce GT 540M comes with 1 GB of VRAM, while the Radeon HD 8450G + HD 8670M Dual has 512 MB. The GeForce GT 540M offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | GeForce GT 540M | Radeon HD 8450G + HD 8670M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 1 GB+100% | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | Unknown |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 128-bit |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 11.0 (GeForce GT 540M) vs 11_1 (Radeon HD 8450G + HD 8670M Dual). Maximum simultaneous displays: 1 vs 0.
| Feature | GeForce GT 540M | Radeon HD 8450G + HD 8670M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 11.0 | 11_1 |
| Max Displays | 1 | 0 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: No (GeForce GT 540M) vs UVD 3 (Radeon HD 8450G + HD 8670M Dual). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP4 vs UVD 3.
| Feature | GeForce GT 540M | Radeon HD 8450G + HD 8670M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | No | UVD 3 |
| Decoder | PureVideo HD VP4 | UVD 3 |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1,MPEG-4 ASP | — |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GT 540M draws 50W versus the Radeon HD 8450G + HD 8670M Dual's 50W — a 0% difference. The Radeon HD 8450G + HD 8670M Dual is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GT 540M) vs 350W (Radeon HD 8450G + HD 8670M Dual). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 1x 6-pin. Card length: 0mm vs 1mm, occupying 0 vs 0 slots.
| Feature | GeForce GT 540M | Radeon HD 8450G + HD 8670M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 50W | 50W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | 1x 6-pin |
| Length | 0mm | 1mm |
| Height | 0mm | — |
| Slots | 0 | 0 |
| Temp (Load) | 85°C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 9.5 | 9.6+1% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GT 540M costs 80% less ($120 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 15.8 (GeForce GT 540M) vs 3.2 (Radeon HD 8450G + HD 8670M Dual) — the GeForce GT 540M offers 393.8% better value.
| Feature | GeForce GT 540M | Radeon HD 8450G + HD 8670M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | — | $150 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $30-80% | $150 |
| Performance per Dollar | 15.8+394% | 3.2 |
| Codename | GK107 | — |
| Release | January 9 2013 | August 1 2013 |
| Ranking | #792 | #881 |
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