GeForce GT 745A vs GeForce GTX 760A
GeForce GT 745A
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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 745A is positioned at rank 334 and the GeForce GTX 760A is on rank 483, so the GeForce GT 745A 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 745A
Performance Per Dollar GeForce GTX 760A
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce GT 745A is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.7% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 760A.
| Insight | GeForce GT 745A | GeForce GTX 760A |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.7%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.7%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Kepler (2012−2018)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce GT 745A offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GT 745A holds the technical lead. Priced at $20 (vs $40), it costs 50% less, resulting in a 101.3% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce GT 745A | GeForce GTX 760A |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+101.3%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($20) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($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 745A and GeForce GTX 760A
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 760A
The GeForce GTX 760A is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 17 2014. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 628 MHz to 657 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 55W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,226 points.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce GT 745A scores 1,234 and the GeForce GTX 760A reaches 1,226 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.7% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GT 745A is built on Kepler while the GeForce GTX 760A uses Kepler, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 384 (GeForce GT 745A) vs 768 (GeForce GTX 760A). Raw compute: 0.7027 TFLOPS (GeForce GT 745A) vs 1.009 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 760A). Boost clocks: 915 MHz vs 657 MHz.
| Feature | GeForce GT 745A | GeForce GTX 760A |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,234 | 1,226 |
| Architecture | Kepler | Kepler |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 384 | 768+100% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 0.7027 TFLOPS | 1.009 TFLOPS+44% |
| Boost Clock | 915 MHz+39% | 657 MHz |
| ROPs | 16 | 16 |
| TMUs | 32 | 64+100% |
| L1 Cache | 32 KB | 64 KB+100% |
| L2 Cache | 256 KB | 256 KB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GT 745A | GeForce GTX 760A |
|---|---|---|
| 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)
Both cards feature 512 MB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | GeForce GT 745A | GeForce GTX 760A |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | Unknown |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 128-bit+100% |
| L2 Cache | 256 KB | 256 KB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 (11_0) (GeForce GT 745A) vs 12 (11_0) (GeForce GTX 760A). Vulkan: 1.2 vs 1.2. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce GT 745A | GeForce GTX 760A |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 (11_0) | 12 (11_0) |
| Vulkan | 1.2 | 1.2 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC (1st Gen) (GeForce GT 745A) vs NVENC 1st Gen (GeForce GTX 760A). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP5 vs PureVideo HD VP5. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (GeForce GT 745A) vs H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 ASP (GeForce GTX 760A).
| Feature | GeForce GT 745A | GeForce GTX 760A |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC (1st Gen) | NVENC 1st Gen |
| Decoder | PureVideo HD VP5 | PureVideo HD VP5 |
| Codecs | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 ASP |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GT 745A draws 33W versus the GeForce GTX 760A's 55W — a 50% difference. The GeForce GT 745A is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GT 745A) vs 350W (GeForce GTX 760A). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 1x 6-pin. Typical load temperature: 80°C vs 85°C.
| Feature | GeForce GT 745A | GeForce GTX 760A |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 33W-40% | 55W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | 1x 6-pin |
| Slots | 0 | 0 |
| Temp (Load) | 80°C-6% | 85°C |
| Perf/Watt | 37.4+68% | 22.3 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GT 745A launched at $99 MSRP and currently averages $20, while the GeForce GTX 760A launched at $249 and now averages $40. The GeForce GT 745A costs 50% less ($20 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 61.7 (GeForce GT 745A) vs 30.6 (GeForce GTX 760A) — the GeForce GT 745A offers 101.6% better value. The GeForce GTX 760A is the newer GPU (2014 vs 2013).
| Feature | GeForce GT 745A | GeForce GTX 760A |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $99-60% | $249 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $20-50% | $40 |
| Performance per Dollar | 61.7+102% | 30.6 |
| Codename | GK107 | GK106 |
| Release | August 26 2013 | March 17 2014 |
| Ranking | #811 | #813 |
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