GeForce GTS 450 vs GeForce GTX 275
GeForce GTS 450
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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 GTS 450 is positioned at rank 122 and the GeForce GTX 275 is on rank 217, so the GeForce GTS 450 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GeForce GTS 450
Performance Per Dollar GeForce GTX 275
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce GTX 275 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.9% higher G3D Mark score. However, the GeForce GTS 450 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | GeForce GTS 450 | GeForce GTX 275 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.9%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.9%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi (2010−2014)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2009 / Tesla 2.0 (2007−2013)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+14.3%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | Standard Size (267mm) |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce GTS 450 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTS 450 holds the technical lead. Priced at $20 (vs $249), it costs 92% less, resulting in a 1133.9% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce GTS 450 | GeForce GTX 275 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+1133.9%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($20) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($249) |
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 GTS 450 and GeForce GTX 275
GeForce GTS 450
The GeForce GTS 450 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in September 13 2010. It features the Fermi 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: 1,337 points. Launch price was $129.
GeForce GTX 275
The GeForce GTX 275 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 15 2009. It features the Tesla 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 633 MHz. It has 240 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 219W. Manufactured using 55 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,349 points. Launch price was $249.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce GTS 450 scores 1,337 and the GeForce GTX 275 reaches 1,349 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.9% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTS 450 is built on Fermi while the GeForce GTX 275 uses Tesla 2.0, both on 40 nm vs 55 nm. Shader units: 192 (GeForce GTS 450) vs 240 (GeForce GTX 275). Raw compute: 0.6013 TFLOPS (GeForce GTS 450) vs 0.6739 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 275).
| Feature | GeForce GTS 450 | GeForce GTX 275 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,337 | 1,349 |
| Architecture | Fermi | Tesla 2.0 |
| Process Node | 40 nm | 55 nm |
| Shading Units | 192 | 240+25% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 0.6013 TFLOPS | 0.6739 TFLOPS+12% |
| ROPs | 16 | 28+75% |
| TMUs | 32 | 80+150% |
| L2 Cache | 256 KB+14% | 224 KB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GTS 450 | GeForce GTX 275 |
|---|---|---|
| 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)
The GeForce GTS 450 comes with 1 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 275 has 896 MB. The GeForce GTS 450 offers 14.3% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 256 KB (GeForce GTS 450) vs 224 KB (GeForce GTX 275) — the GeForce GTS 450 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce GTS 450 | GeForce GTX 275 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 1 GB+14% | 0.875 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | Unknown |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 128-bit |
| L2 Cache | 256 KB+14% | 224 KB |
Media & Encoding
Supported codecs: H.264 (GeForce GTS 450) vs MPEG-2,VC-1,H.264 (GeForce GTX 275).
| Feature | GeForce GTS 450 | GeForce GTX 275 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | — | No |
| Decoder | — | PureVideo HD VP2 |
| Codecs | H.264 | MPEG-2,VC-1,H.264 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GTS 450 draws 106W versus the GeForce GTX 275's 219W — a 69.5% difference. The GeForce GTS 450 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 400W (GeForce GTS 450) vs 550W (GeForce GTX 275). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs 2x 6-pin.
| Feature | GeForce GTS 450 | GeForce GTX 275 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 106W-52% | 219W |
| Recommended PSU | 400W-27% | 550W |
| Power Connector | 1x 6-pin | 2x 6-pin |
| Length | — | 267mm |
| Slots | — | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 80°C |
| Perf/Watt | 12.6+103% | 6.2 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GTS 450 launched at $129 MSRP and currently averages $20, while the GeForce GTX 275 launched at $249 and now averages $249. The GeForce GTS 450 costs 92% less ($229 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 66.8 (GeForce GTS 450) vs 5.4 (GeForce GTX 275) — the GeForce GTS 450 offers 1137% better value. The GeForce GTS 450 is the newer GPU (2010 vs 2009).
| Feature | GeForce GTS 450 | GeForce GTX 275 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $129-48% | $249 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $20-92% | $249 |
| Performance per Dollar | 66.8+1137% | 5.4 |
| Codename | GF106 | GT200B |
| Release | September 13 2010 | January 15 2009 |
| Ranking | #791 | #789 |
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