GeForce GT 645 vs Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU)

GeForce GT 645

2012Core: Up to 710 MHz

Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU)

2019Core: 300 MHzBoost: 1100 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

GeForce GT 645

2,006

+0.3%

GeForce GTX 1650 Ti with Max-Q Design

GeForce GTX 980

GeForce GTX 1080

TITAN V

Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU)

2,000

0.0%

Arc A530M

Arc A770M

Arc B580

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 Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU) is significantly newer (2019 vs 2012). The Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU) 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 GT 645 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.3% higher G3D Mark score and 100+% more VRAM (2 GB vs 0 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU).

Insight	GeForce GT 645	Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU)
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+0.3%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.3%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / Kepler (2012−2018))	Gen. 11 Ice Lake (2019−2022) (10nm)
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 645 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $15 (vs $15), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 0.3% better value per dollar than the Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU).

Insight	GeForce GT 645	Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU)
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+0.3%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing

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

Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU) Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GT 645 and Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU)

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.

Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU)

The Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU) is manufactured by Intel. It was released in May 28 2019. It features the Gen. 11 Ice Lake architecture. The core clock ranges from 300 MHz to 1100 MHz. It has 64 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 12W. Manufactured using 10 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,000 points.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce GT 645 scores 2,006 and the Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU) reaches 2,000 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.3% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GT 645 is built on Kepler while the Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU) uses Gen. 11 Ice Lake, both on 28 nm vs 10 nm. Shader units: 384 (GeForce GT 645) vs 64 (Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU)).

Feature	GeForce GT 645	Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU)
G3D Mark Score	2,006	2,000
Architecture	Kepler	Gen. 11 Ice Lake
Process Node	28 nm	10 nm
Shading Units	384+500%	64

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GT 645	Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU)
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce GT 645 comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU) has 0 MB. The GeForce GT 645 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs System.

Feature	GeForce GT 645	Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU)
VRAM Capacity	2 GB	Shared System RAM
Memory Type	GDDR5	Shared
Memory Bandwidth	Unknown	System
Bus Width	128-bit	System

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (11_0) (GeForce GT 645) vs 12 (12_1) (Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU)). Vulkan: 1.2 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 3.

Feature	GeForce GT 645	Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU)
DirectX	12 (11_0)	12 (12_1)
Vulkan	1.2	1.3+8%
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	3	3

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC (1st Gen) (GeForce GT 645) vs QuickSync (Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU)). Decoder: NVDEC (1st Gen) vs QuickSync. Supported codecs: H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1 (GeForce GT 645) vs H.264,H.265,VP9 (Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU)).

Feature	GeForce GT 645	Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU)
Encoder	NVENC (1st Gen)	QuickSync
Decoder	NVDEC (1st Gen)	QuickSync
Codecs	H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1	H.264,H.265,VP9

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GT 645 draws 32W versus the Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU)'s 12W — a 90.9% difference. The Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU) is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GT 645) vs 1W (Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU)). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs Integrated. Card length: 145mm vs 0mm, occupying 1 vs 0 slots. Typical load temperature: 80 vs 85.

Feature	GeForce GT 645	Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU)
TDP	32W	12W-63%
Recommended PSU	350W	1W-100%
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	Integrated
Length	145mm	0mm
Height	111mm	0mm
Slots	1	0-100%
Temp (Load)	80-6%	85
Perf/Watt	62.7	166.7+166%

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GT 645 launched at $99 MSRP and currently averages $15, while the Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU) launched at $0 and now averages $15. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 133.7 (GeForce GT 645) vs 133.3 (Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU)) — the GeForce GT 645 offers 0.3% better value. The Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU) is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2012).