GeForce GT 555M vs GeForce GT 140
GeForce GT 555M
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GeForce GT 140
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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 555M is positioned at rank 95 and the GeForce GT 140 is on rank 188, so the GeForce GT 555M 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 555M
Performance Per Dollar GeForce GT 140
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce GT 140 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.4% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GT 555M.
| Insight | GeForce GT 555M | GeForce GT 140 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.4%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.4%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Kepler (2012−2018)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce GT 140 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GT 140 holds the technical lead. Priced at $15 (vs $35), it costs 57% less, resulting in a 136.6% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce GT 555M | GeForce GT 140 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+136.6%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($35) | ✅More affordable ($15) |
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 555M and GeForce GT 140
GeForce GT 555M
The GeForce GT 555M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in June 25 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 980 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 649 points.
GeForce GT 140
The GeForce GT 140 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: 658 points. Launch price was $89.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce GT 555M scores 649 and the GeForce GT 140 reaches 658 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.4% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GT 555M is built on Kepler while the GeForce GT 140 uses Kepler, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 384 (GeForce GT 555M) vs 384 (GeForce GT 140). Raw compute: 0.7526 TFLOPS (GeForce GT 555M) vs 0.7626 TFLOPS (GeForce GT 140).
| Feature | GeForce GT 555M | GeForce GT 140 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 649 | 658+1% |
| Architecture | Kepler | Kepler |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 384 | 384 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 0.7526 TFLOPS | 0.7626 TFLOPS+1% |
| 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 555M | GeForce GT 140 |
|---|---|---|
| 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)
Both cards feature 1 GB of GDDR5. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | GeForce GT 555M | GeForce GT 140 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 1 GB | 1 GB |
| 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: 12 (11_0) (GeForce GT 555M) vs 10.0 (GeForce GT 140). Vulkan: N/A vs None. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 3.3. Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 2.
| Feature | GeForce GT 555M | GeForce GT 140 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 (11_0)+20% | 10.0 |
| Vulkan | N/A | None |
| OpenGL | 4.6+39% | 3.3 |
| Max Displays | 0 | 2 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: None (GeForce GT 555M) vs No (GeForce GT 140). Decoder: PureVideo HD (VP4) vs PureVideo HD VP3. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,VC-1,H.264,MPEG-4 (GeForce GT 555M) vs MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1 (GeForce GT 140).
| Feature | GeForce GT 555M | GeForce GT 140 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | None | No |
| Decoder | PureVideo HD (VP4) | PureVideo HD VP3 |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,VC-1,H.264,MPEG-4 | MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GT 555M draws 50W versus the GeForce GT 140's 64W — a 24.6% difference. The GeForce GT 555M is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GT 555M) vs 350W (GeForce GT 140). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs None. Card length: 0mm vs 229mm, occupying 0 vs 1 slots. Typical load temperature: 75 vs 85°C.
| Feature | GeForce GT 555M | GeForce GT 140 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 50W-22% | 64W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | None |
| Length | 0mm | 229mm |
| Height | 0mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 0-100% | 1 |
| Temp (Load) | 75-12% | 85°C |
| Perf/Watt | 13.0+26% | 10.3 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GT 140 costs 57.1% less ($20 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 18.5 (GeForce GT 555M) vs 43.9 (GeForce GT 140) — the GeForce GT 140 offers 137.3% better value. The GeForce GT 140 is the newer GPU (2014 vs 2013).
| Feature | GeForce GT 555M | GeForce GT 140 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | — | $99 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $35 | $15-57% |
| Performance per Dollar | 18.5 | 43.9+137% |
| Codename | GK107 | GK107 |
| Release | June 25 2013 | May 29 2014 |
| Ranking | #726 | #777 |
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