GeForce GT 745A vs GeForce GTX 1060

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 745A is positioned at rank #334 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 745A

#324

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

871%

#326

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

790%

#327

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

788%

#331

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

716%

#332

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

711%

#334

GeForce GT 745A

MSRP: $99|Avg: $20

100%

#335

GeForce 710A

MSRP: $35|Avg: $62

99%

#336

Radeon HD 8670D + HD 6670 Dual

MSRP: $100|Avg: $10

98%

#338

GeForce MX230

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

98%

#340

RADEON HD6410D

MSRP: $35|Avg: $5

97%

#341

GeForce 820M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $30

97%

#342

Radeon R7 M465X

MSRP: $150|Avg: $45

96%

#344

GeForce 830A

MSRP: $100|Avg: $30

94%

#348

GeForce MX350

MSRP: $250|Avg: $200

91%

#349

GeForce 840A

MSRP: $100|Avg: $25

89%

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

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 1060 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 715.6% higher G3D Mark score and 1100% more VRAM (6 GB vs 512 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GT 745A.

Insight	GeForce GT 745A	GeForce GTX 1060
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-715.6%)	✅Leading raw performance (+715.6%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Pascal (2016−2021))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+1100%)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	—	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 1060 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 1060 holds the technical lead. Priced at $20 (vs $60), it costs 67% less, resulting in a 171.9% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce GT 745A	GeForce GTX 1060
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+171.9%)
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($20)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($60)

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 745A Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 1060 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GT 745A and GeForce GTX 1060

GeForce GT 745A

The GeForce GT 745A is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in August 26 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 837 MHz to 915 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 33W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,234 points.

GeForce GTX 1060

The GeForce GTX 1060 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 27 2016. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1607 MHz to 1733 MHz. It has 2560 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 180W. Manufactured using 16 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 10,064 points. Launch price was $599.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce GT 745A scores 1,234 versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 10,064 — the GeForce GTX 1060 leads by 715.6%. The GeForce GT 745A is built on Kepler while the GeForce GTX 1060 uses Pascal, both on 28 nm vs 16 nm. Shader units: 384 (GeForce GT 745A) vs 2,560 (GeForce GTX 1060). Raw compute: 0.7027 TFLOPS (GeForce GT 745A) vs 8.873 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1060). Boost clocks: 915 MHz vs 1733 MHz.

Feature	GeForce GT 745A	GeForce GTX 1060
G3D Mark Score	1,234	10,064+716%
Architecture	Kepler	Pascal
Process Node	28 nm	16 nm
Shading Units	384	2560+567%
Compute (TFLOPS)	0.7027 TFLOPS	8.873 TFLOPS+1163%
Boost Clock	915 MHz	1733 MHz+89%
ROPs	16	64+300%
TMUs	32	160+400%
L1 Cache	32 KB	960 KB+2900%
L2 Cache	0.25 MB	2 MB+700%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GT 745A	GeForce GTX 1060
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

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce GT 745A comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1060 has 6 GB. The GeForce GTX 1060 offers 1100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 0.25 MB (GeForce GT 745A) vs 2 MB (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce GT 745A	GeForce GTX 1060
VRAM Capacity	0.5 GB	6 GB+1100%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	Unknown	192 GB/s
Bus Width	64-bit	192-bit+200%
L2 Cache	0.25 MB	2 MB+700%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (11_0) (GeForce GT 745A) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1060). Vulkan: 1.2 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.5. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

Feature	GeForce GT 745A	GeForce GTX 1060
DirectX	12 (11_0)	12
Vulkan	1.2	1.3+8%
OpenGL	4.6+2%	4.5
Max Displays	4	4

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC (1st Gen) (GeForce GT 745A) vs NVENC (Pascal) (GeForce GTX 1060). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP5 vs NVDEC (Pascal). Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (GeForce GT 745A) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC (GeForce GTX 1060).

Feature	GeForce GT 745A	GeForce GTX 1060
Encoder	NVENC (1st Gen)	NVENC (Pascal)
Decoder	PureVideo HD VP5	NVDEC (Pascal)
Codecs	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2	H.264,H.265/HEVC

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GT 745A draws 33W versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 180W — a 138% difference. The GeForce GT 745A is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GT 745A) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 1060). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 6-pin.

Feature	GeForce GT 745A	GeForce GTX 1060
TDP	33W-82%	180W
Recommended PSU	350W-13%	400W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	6-pin
Length	—	173mm
Height	—	111mm
Slots	0-100%	2
Temp (Load)	80°C	—
Perf/Watt	37.4	55.9+49%

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GT 745A launched at $99 MSRP and currently averages $20, while the GeForce GTX 1060 launched at $249 and now averages $60. The GeForce GT 745A costs 66.7% less ($40 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 61.7 (GeForce GT 745A) vs 167.7 (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 offers 171.8% better value. The GeForce GTX 1060 is the newer GPU (2016 vs 2013).