GeForce GT 740 vs GeForce GTX 460M SLI
GeForce GT 740
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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 740 is positioned at rank 89 and the GeForce GTX 460M SLI is on rank 319, so the GeForce GT 740 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 740
Performance Per Dollar GeForce GTX 460M SLI
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce GT 740 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.6% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (1 GB vs 512 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 460M SLI.
| Insight | GeForce GT 740 | GeForce GTX 460M SLI |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+2.6%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.6%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Kepler (2012−2018)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi (2010−2014)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+100%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | — |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce GT 740 remains the clear technical winner. Check real-time availability to determine if the performance gap justifies the market price.
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 740 and GeForce GTX 460M SLI
GeForce GT 740
The GeForce GT 740 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: 1,429 points. Launch price was $89.
GeForce GTX 460M SLI
The GeForce GTX 460M SLI is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in September 3 2010. It features the Fermi architecture. The core clock speed is 675 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,393 points.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce GT 740 scores 1,429 and the GeForce GTX 460M SLI reaches 1,393 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.6% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GT 740 is built on Kepler while the GeForce GTX 460M SLI uses Fermi, both on 28 nm vs 40 nm. Shader units: 384 (GeForce GT 740) vs 384 (GeForce GTX 460M SLI).
| Feature | GeForce GT 740 | GeForce GTX 460M SLI |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,429+3% | 1,393 |
| Architecture | Kepler | Fermi |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 40 nm |
| Shading Units | 384 | 384 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GT 740 | GeForce GTX 460M SLI |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 2.1 (Compatible) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | FSR 3 (Compatible) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce GT 740 comes with 1 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 460M SLI has 512 MB. The GeForce GT 740 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | GeForce GT 740 | GeForce GTX 460M SLI |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 1 GB+100% | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | Unknown |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 128-bit+100% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 (11_0) (GeForce GT 740) vs 12 (11_0) (GeForce GTX 460M SLI). Vulkan: 1.1 vs 1.2. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 2.
| Feature | GeForce GT 740 | GeForce GTX 460M SLI |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 (11_0) | 12 (11_0) |
| Vulkan | 1.1 | 1.2+9% |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 3+50% | 2 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC 1st Gen (GeForce GT 740) vs PureVideo HD VP4 (GeForce GTX 460M SLI). Decoder: VP5 vs PureVideo HD VP4. Supported codecs: H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1,MPEG-4 (GeForce GT 740) vs H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 ASP (GeForce GTX 460M SLI).
| Feature | GeForce GT 740 | GeForce GTX 460M SLI |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 1st Gen | PureVideo HD VP4 |
| Decoder | VP5 | PureVideo HD VP4 |
| Codecs | H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1,MPEG-4 | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 ASP |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GT 740 draws 64W versus the GeForce GTX 460M SLI's 75W — a 15.8% difference. The GeForce GT 740 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GT 740) vs 350W (GeForce GTX 460M SLI). Power connectors: None vs 1x 6-pin. Typical load temperature: 75 vs 85°C.
| Feature | GeForce GT 740 | GeForce GTX 460M SLI |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 64W-15% | 75W |
| Recommended PSU | 300W-14% | 350W |
| Power Connector | None | 1x 6-pin |
| Length | 145mm | — |
| Height | 111mm | — |
| Slots | 1 | 0-100% |
| Temp (Load) | 75-12% | 85°C |
| Perf/Watt | 22.3+20% | 18.6 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GT 740 is the newer GPU (2014 vs 2010).
| Feature | GeForce GT 740 | GeForce GTX 460M SLI |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $89 | — |
| Avg Price (30d) | $89 | — |
| Codename | GK107 | N11E-GS |
| Release | May 29 2014 | September 3 2010 |
| Ranking | #777 | #696 |
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