GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition vs GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2

CPU

GPU

GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition

2013Core: 926 MHz

GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2

2011Core: 783 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition

3,311

0.0%

GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop GPU

GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER

GeForce RTX 5060

GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2

106

3,331

+0.6%

GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop GPU

GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER

GeForce RTX 5060

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. The GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition is positioned at rank #228 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 750M Mac Edition

#53

Radeon RX 6850M XT

MSRP: $800|Avg: $800

98%

#218

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

489%

#220

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

443%

#221

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

442%

#225

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

402%

#226

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

399%

#228

GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition

MSRP: $149|Avg: $40

100%

#230

Maxwell GPU Surface Book

MSRP: $150|Avg: $75

99%

#235

Radeon RX 540

MSRP: $99|Avg: $40

97%

#236

Radeon HD 6750M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $60

96%

#237

Radeon HD 7570M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $15

95%

#239

Arc Graphics 130T

MSRP: $300|Avg: $250

93%

#240

GeForce MX570 A

MSRP: $300|Avg: $300

93%

#242

GeForce GT 645

MSRP: $99|Avg: $15

91%

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 GTS 450 Rev. 2 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.6% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition.

Insight	GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition	GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.6%)	✅Leading raw performance (+0.6%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / Fermi 2.0 (2010−2014))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	—	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2 holds the technical lead. Priced at $30 (vs $40), it costs 25% less, resulting in a 34.1% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition	GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+34.1%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($40)	✅More affordable ($30)

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 750M Mac Edition Benchmark Check

GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition and GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2

GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition

The GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in November 8 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 926 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,311 points.

GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2

The GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 15 2011. It features the Fermi 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 783 MHz. It has 192 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 106W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,331 points.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition scores 3,311 and the GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2 reaches 3,331 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.6% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition is built on Kepler while the GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2 uses Fermi 2.0, both on 28 nm vs 40 nm. Shader units: 384 (GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition) vs 192 (GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2). Raw compute: 0.7112 TFLOPS (GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition) vs 0.6013 TFLOPS (GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2).

Feature	GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition	GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2
G3D Mark Score	3,311	3,331
Architecture	Kepler	Fermi 2.0
Process Node	28 nm	40 nm
Shading Units	384+100%	192
Compute (TFLOPS)	0.7112 TFLOPS+18%	0.6013 TFLOPS
ROPs	16	16
TMUs	32	32
L1 Cache	32 KB	256 KB+700%
L2 Cache	256 KB	256 KB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition	GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

Both cards feature 2 GB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit.

Feature	GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition	GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2
VRAM Capacity	2 GB	2 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	Unknown	Unknown
Bus Width	64-bit	128-bit+100%
L2 Cache	256 KB	256 KB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (11_0) (GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition) vs 12 (11_0) (GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2). Vulkan: 1.2 vs 1.2. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 2.

Feature	GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition	GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2
DirectX	12 (11_0)	12 (11_0)
Vulkan	1.2	1.2
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	4+100%	2

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC (1st Gen) (GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition) vs PureVideo HD VP4 (GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP5 vs PureVideo HD VP4. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition) vs H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2).

Feature	GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition	GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2
Encoder	NVENC (1st Gen)	PureVideo HD VP4
Decoder	PureVideo HD VP5	PureVideo HD VP4
Codecs	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition draws 50W versus the GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2's 106W — a 71.8% difference. The GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition) vs 400W (GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 1x 6-pin. Typical load temperature: 85°C vs 68°C.

Feature	GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition	GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2
TDP	50W-53%	106W
Recommended PSU	350W-13%	400W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	1x 6-pin
Length	—	210mm
Height	—	111mm
Slots	0-100%	2
Temp (Load)	85°C	68°C-20%
Perf/Watt	66.2+111%	31.4

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition launched at $149 MSRP and currently averages $40, while the GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2 launched at $129 and now averages $30. The GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2 costs 25% less ($10 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 82.8 (GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition) vs 111.0 (GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2) — the GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2 offers 34.1% better value. The GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition is the newer GPU (2013 vs 2011).