GeForce GT 545 vs HD Graphics 630
GeForce GT 545
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HD Graphics 630
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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 545 is positioned at rank 166 and the HD Graphics 630 is on rank 350, so the GeForce GT 545 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 545
Performance Per Dollar HD Graphics 630
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The HD Graphics 630 is significantly newer (2017 vs 2011). The HD Graphics 630 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GT 545 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce GT 545 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.4% higher G3D Mark score and 100+% more VRAM (512 MB vs 0 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the HD Graphics 630.
| Insight | GeForce GT 545 | HD Graphics 630 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.4%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.4%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / Fermi 2.0 (2010−2014)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Generation 9.5 (2016−2020)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+100+%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce GT 545 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GT 545 holds the technical lead. Priced at $20 (vs $30), it costs 33% less, resulting in a 50.5% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce GT 545 | HD Graphics 630 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+50.5%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($20) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($30) |
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 545 and HD Graphics 630
GeForce GT 545
The GeForce GT 545 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 14 2011. It features the Fermi 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 720 MHz. It has 144 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 70W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,115 points. Launch price was $149.
HD Graphics 630
The HD Graphics 630 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in January 1 2017. It features the Generation 9.5 architecture. The core clock ranges from 350 MHz to 1000 MHz. It has 192 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 14 nm++ process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,111 points.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce GT 545 scores 1,115 and the HD Graphics 630 reaches 1,111 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.4% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GT 545 is built on Fermi 2.0 while the HD Graphics 630 uses Generation 9.5, both on 40 nm vs 14 nm++. Shader units: 144 (GeForce GT 545) vs 192 (HD Graphics 630). Raw compute: 0.4147 TFLOPS (GeForce GT 545) vs 0.384 TFLOPS (HD Graphics 630).
| Feature | GeForce GT 545 | HD Graphics 630 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,115 | 1,111 |
| Architecture | Fermi 2.0 | Generation 9.5 |
| Process Node | 40 nm | 14 nm++ |
| Shading Units | 144 | 192+33% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 0.4147 TFLOPS+8% | 0.384 TFLOPS |
| ROPs | 16+433% | 3 |
| TMUs | 24 | 24 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GT 545 | HD Graphics 630 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 545 comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the HD Graphics 630 has 0 MB. The GeForce GT 545 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs System.
| Feature | GeForce GT 545 | HD Graphics 630 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | Shared System RAM |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | Shared |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | System |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | System |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GT 545 draws 70W versus the HD Graphics 630's 15W — a 129.4% difference. The HD Graphics 630 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GT 545) vs 1W (HD Graphics 630). Power connectors: None vs Integrated.
| Feature | GeForce GT 545 | HD Graphics 630 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 70W | 15W-79% |
| Recommended PSU | 300W | 1W-100% |
| Power Connector | None | Integrated |
| Length | 145mm | — |
| Height | 111mm | — |
| Slots | 1 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 85°C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 15.9 | 74.1+366% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GT 545 launched at $149 MSRP and currently averages $20, while the HD Graphics 630 launched at $100 and now averages $30. The GeForce GT 545 costs 33.3% less ($10 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 55.8 (GeForce GT 545) vs 37.0 (HD Graphics 630) — the GeForce GT 545 offers 50.8% better value. The HD Graphics 630 is the newer GPU (2017 vs 2011).
| Feature | GeForce GT 545 | HD Graphics 630 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $149 | $100-33% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $20-33% | $30 |
| Performance per Dollar | 55.8+51% | 37.0 |
| Codename | GF116 | Kaby Lake GT2 |
| Release | May 14 2011 | January 1 2017 |
| Ranking | #849 | #823 |
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