GeForce GT 740 vs GeForce MX110
GeForce GT 740
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GeForce MX110
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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 MX110 is on rank 315, 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 MX110
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce GT 740 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1% 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 MX110.
| Insight | GeForce GT 740 | GeForce MX110 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+1%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Kepler (2012−2018)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Maxwell (2014−2017)) |
| 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 MX110 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce MX110 holds the technical lead. Priced at $40 (vs $89), it costs 55% less, resulting in a 120.3% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce GT 740 | GeForce MX110 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+120.3%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($89) | ✅More affordable ($40) |
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 MX110
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 MX110
The GeForce MX110 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in November 17 2017. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 978 MHz to 1006 MHz. It has 256 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 30W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,415 points.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce GT 740 scores 1,429 and the GeForce MX110 reaches 1,415 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GT 740 is built on Kepler while the GeForce MX110 uses Maxwell, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 384 (GeForce GT 740) vs 256 (GeForce MX110). Raw compute: 0.7626 TFLOPS (GeForce GT 740) vs 0.5151 TFLOPS (GeForce MX110).
| Feature | GeForce GT 740 | GeForce MX110 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,429 | 1,415 |
| Architecture | Kepler | Maxwell |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 384+50% | 256 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 0.7626 TFLOPS+48% | 0.5151 TFLOPS |
| ROPs | 16+100% | 8 |
| TMUs | 32+100% | 16 |
| L1 Cache | 32 KB | 128 KB+300% |
| L2 Cache | 0.25 MB | 1 MB+300% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GT 740 | GeForce MX110 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 740 comes with 1 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce MX110 has 512 MB. The GeForce GT 740 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 0.25 MB (GeForce GT 740) vs 1 MB (GeForce MX110) — the GeForce MX110 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce GT 740 | GeForce MX110 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 1 GB+100% | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | 40 GB/s |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 0.25 MB | 1 MB+300% |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GT 740 draws 64W versus the GeForce MX110's 30W — a 72.3% difference. The GeForce MX110 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GT 740) vs 350W (GeForce MX110). Power connectors: None vs Mobile.
| Feature | GeForce GT 740 | GeForce MX110 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 64W | 30W-53% |
| Recommended PSU | 300W-14% | 350W |
| Power Connector | None | Mobile |
| Length | 145mm | — |
| Height | 111mm | — |
| Slots | 1 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 75 | — |
| Perf/Watt | 22.3 | 47.2+112% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GT 740 launched at $89 MSRP and currently averages $89, while the GeForce MX110 launched at $100 and now averages $40. The GeForce MX110 costs 55.1% less ($49 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 16.1 (GeForce GT 740) vs 35.4 (GeForce MX110) — the GeForce MX110 offers 119.9% better value. The GeForce MX110 is the newer GPU (2017 vs 2014).
| Feature | GeForce GT 740 | GeForce MX110 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $89-11% | $100 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $89 | $40-55% |
| Performance per Dollar | 16.1 | 35.4+120% |
| Codename | GK107 | GM108S |
| Release | May 29 2014 | November 17 2017 |
| Ranking | #777 | #781 |
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