GeForce GT 645 vs GeForce RTX 2060

GeForce GT 645

2012Core: Up to 710 MHz

GeForce RTX 2060

2019Core: 1365 MHzBoost: 1680 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

GeForce GT 645

2,006

0.0%

GeForce GTX 1650 Ti with Max-Q Design

14,114

+603.6%

GeForce GTX 1650

GeForce GTX TITAN Black

GeForce RTX 3050 6GB

GeForce RTX 3050 8GB

GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile

RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation

RTX 4000 Ada Generation

GeForce RTX 3080 Ti

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. The GeForce GT 645 is positioned at rank #242 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower 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 GT 645

#54

Radeon RX 6800S

MSRP: $800|Avg: $800

98%

#232

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

536%

#234

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

486%

#235

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

485%

#239

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

441%

#240

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

438%

#242

GeForce GT 645

MSRP: $99|Avg: $15

100%

#252

GeForce 720A

MSRP: $30|Avg: $30

95%

#253

GeForce GT 520M

MSRP: $60|Avg: N/A

93%

#254

Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200GE

MSRP: $99|Avg: $60

93%

#257

GeForce GTX 770M SLI

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $80

92%

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

⚠️ Generational Difference

The GeForce RTX 2060 is significantly newer (2019 vs 2012). The GeForce RTX 2060 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GT 645 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce RTX 2060 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 603.6% higher G3D Mark score and 200% more VRAM (6 GB vs 2 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GT 645.

Insight	GeForce GT 645	GeForce RTX 2060
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-603.6%)	✅Leading raw performance (+603.6%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / Kepler (2012−2018))	Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	🎮 High Capacity (6 GB)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GT 645 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $15 versus $120 for the GeForce RTX 2060, it costs 88% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 13.7% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce GT 645	GeForce RTX 2060
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+13.7%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($15)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($120)

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.

GeForce GT 645 Benchmark Check

GeForce RTX 2060 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GT 645 and GeForce RTX 2060

GeForce GT 645

The GeForce GT 645 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in October 1 2012. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is Up to 710 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 32W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,006 points.

GeForce RTX 2060

The GeForce RTX 2060 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 7 2019. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 1365 MHz to 1680 MHz. It has 1920 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 160W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. It features 30 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 14,114 points. Launch price was $349.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce GT 645 scores 2,006 versus the GeForce RTX 2060's 14,114 — the GeForce RTX 2060 leads by 603.6%. The GeForce GT 645 is built on Kepler while the GeForce RTX 2060 uses Turing, both on 28 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 384 (GeForce GT 645) vs 1,920 (GeForce RTX 2060). Raw compute: 0.5445 TFLOPS (GeForce GT 645) vs 6.451 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 2060).

Feature	GeForce GT 645	GeForce RTX 2060
G3D Mark Score	2,006	14,114+604%
Architecture	Kepler	Turing
Process Node	28 nm	12 nm
Shading Units	384	1920+400%
Compute (TFLOPS)	0.5445 TFLOPS	6.451 TFLOPS+1085%
ROPs	16	48+200%
TMUs	32	120+275%
L1 Cache	0.03 MB	1.9 MB+6233%
L2 Cache	0.25 MB	3 MB+1100%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GT 645	GeForce RTX 2060
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	DLSS 2.0
Frame Generation	Not Supported	FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	NVIDIA Reflex

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce GT 645 comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 2060 has 6 GB. The GeForce RTX 2060 offers 200% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 0.25 MB (GeForce GT 645) vs 3 MB (GeForce RTX 2060) — the GeForce RTX 2060 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce GT 645	GeForce RTX 2060
VRAM Capacity	2 GB	6 GB+200%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR6
Memory Bandwidth	Unknown	336 GB/s
Bus Width	128-bit	192-bit+50%
L2 Cache	0.25 MB	3 MB+1100%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (11_0) (GeForce GT 645) vs 12 Ultimate (12_2) (GeForce RTX 2060). Vulkan: 1.2 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 4.

Feature	GeForce GT 645	GeForce RTX 2060
DirectX	12 (11_0)	12 Ultimate (12_2)
Vulkan	1.2	1.3+8%
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	3	4+33%

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC (1st Gen) (GeForce GT 645) vs NVENC (Turing) (GeForce RTX 2060). Decoder: NVDEC (1st Gen) vs NVDEC (Turing). Supported codecs: H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1 (GeForce GT 645) vs H.264,H.265,VP9,VP8,MPEG-2,VC-1 (GeForce RTX 2060).

Feature	GeForce GT 645	GeForce RTX 2060
Encoder	NVENC (1st Gen)	NVENC (Turing)
Decoder	NVDEC (1st Gen)	NVDEC (Turing)
Codecs	H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1	H.264,H.265,VP9,VP8,MPEG-2,VC-1

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GT 645 draws 32W versus the GeForce RTX 2060's 160W — a 133.3% difference. The GeForce GT 645 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GT 645) vs 500W (GeForce RTX 2060). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 8-pin. Card length: 145mm vs 229mm, occupying 1 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 80 vs 72.

Feature	GeForce GT 645	GeForce RTX 2060
TDP	32W-80%	160W
Recommended PSU	350W-30%	500W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	8-pin
Length	145mm	229mm
Height	111mm	113mm
Slots	1-50%	2
Temp (Load)	80	72-10%
Perf/Watt	62.7	88.2+41%

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GT 645 launched at $99 MSRP and currently averages $15, while the GeForce RTX 2060 launched at $349 and now averages $120. The GeForce GT 645 costs 87.5% less ($105 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 133.7 (GeForce GT 645) vs 117.6 (GeForce RTX 2060) — the GeForce GT 645 offers 13.7% better value. The GeForce RTX 2060 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2012).