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GeForce GT 745A
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Radeon HD 8670D + HD 6670 Dual
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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 Radeon HD 8670D + HD 6670 Dual is on rank 336, 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 Radeon HD 8670D + HD 6670 Dual
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce GT 745A is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon HD 8670D + HD 6670 Dual.
| Insight | GeForce GT 745A | Radeon HD 8670D + HD 6670 Dual |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+1%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Legacy) |
| 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 Radeon HD 8670D + HD 6670 Dual offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Radeon HD 8670D + HD 6670 Dual holds the technical lead. Priced at $10 (vs $20), it costs 50% less, resulting in a 98.1% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce GT 745A | Radeon HD 8670D + HD 6670 Dual |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+98.1%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($20) | ✅More affordable ($10) |
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 Radeon HD 8670D + HD 6670 Dual
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.
Radeon HD 8670D + HD 6670 Dual
The Radeon HD 8670D + HD 6670 Dual is manufactured by AMD. It was released in August 1 2013. The core clock speed is 720 / 775 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,222 points.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce GT 745A scores 1,234 and the Radeon HD 8670D + HD 6670 Dual reaches 1,222 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. Shader units: 384 (GeForce GT 745A) vs 768 (Radeon HD 8670D + HD 6670 Dual).
| Feature | GeForce GT 745A | Radeon HD 8670D + HD 6670 Dual |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,234 | 1,222 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 384 | 768+100% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GT 745A | Radeon HD 8670D + HD 6670 Dual |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | AMD Anti-Lag |
Video Memory (VRAM)
Both cards feature 512 MB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | GeForce GT 745A | Radeon HD 8670D + HD 6670 Dual |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | Unknown |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 128-bit+100% |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GT 745A draws 33W versus the Radeon HD 8670D + HD 6670 Dual's 50W — a 41% difference. The GeForce GT 745A is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GT 745A) vs 350W (Radeon HD 8670D + HD 6670 Dual). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 1x 6-pin.
| Feature | GeForce GT 745A | Radeon HD 8670D + HD 6670 Dual |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 33W-34% | 50W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | 1x 6-pin |
| Slots | 0 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 80°C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 37.4+53% | 24.4 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GT 745A launched at $99 MSRP and currently averages $20, while the Radeon HD 8670D + HD 6670 Dual launched at $100 and now averages $10. The Radeon HD 8670D + HD 6670 Dual costs 50% less ($10 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 61.7 (GeForce GT 745A) vs 122.2 (Radeon HD 8670D + HD 6670 Dual) — the Radeon HD 8670D + HD 6670 Dual offers 98.1% better value.
| Feature | GeForce GT 745A | Radeon HD 8670D + HD 6670 Dual |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $99-1% | $100 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $20 | $10-50% |
| Performance per Dollar | 61.7 | 122.2+98% |
| Codename | GK107 | — |
| Release | August 26 2013 | August 1 2013 |
| Ranking | #811 | #881 |
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