GeForce GTX 460M SLI vs GeForce GT 740
GeForce GTX 460M SLI
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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 GTX 460M SLI is positioned at rank 319 and the GeForce GT 740 is on rank 89, so the GeForce GT 740 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GeForce GTX 460M SLI
Performance Per Dollar GeForce GT 740
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce GT 740 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.6% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (1 GB vs 512 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 460M SLI.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 460M SLI | GeForce GT 740 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.6%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+2.6%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi (2010−2014)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Kepler (2012−2018)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+100%) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | — | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce GT 740 remains the clear technical winner. Check real-time availability to determine if the performance gap justifies the market price.
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 GTX 460M SLI and GeForce GT 740
GeForce GTX 460M SLI
The GeForce GTX 460M SLI is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in September 3 2010. It features the Fermi architecture. The core clock speed is 675 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,393 points.
GeForce GT 740
The GeForce GT 740 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 29 2014. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 993 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 64W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,429 points. Launch price was $89.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce GTX 460M SLI scores 1,393 and the GeForce GT 740 reaches 1,429 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.6% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 460M SLI is built on Fermi while the GeForce GT 740 uses Kepler, both on 40 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 384 (GeForce GTX 460M SLI) vs 384 (GeForce GT 740).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 460M SLI | GeForce GT 740 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,393 | 1,429+3% |
| Architecture | Fermi | Kepler |
| Process Node | 40 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 384 | 384 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GTX 460M SLI | GeForce GT 740 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 2.1 (Compatible) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | FSR 3 (Compatible) | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce GTX 460M SLI comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce GT 740 has 1 GB. The GeForce GT 740 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 460M SLI | GeForce GT 740 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | 1 GB+100% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | Unknown |
| Bus Width | 128-bit+100% | 64-bit |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 (11_0) (GeForce GTX 460M SLI) vs 12 (11_0) (GeForce GT 740). Vulkan: 1.2 vs 1.1. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 3.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 460M SLI | GeForce GT 740 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 (11_0) | 12 (11_0) |
| Vulkan | 1.2+9% | 1.1 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 2 | 3+50% |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: PureVideo HD VP4 (GeForce GTX 460M SLI) vs NVENC 1st Gen (GeForce GT 740). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP4 vs VP5. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 ASP (GeForce GTX 460M SLI) vs H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1,MPEG-4 (GeForce GT 740).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 460M SLI | GeForce GT 740 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | PureVideo HD VP4 | NVENC 1st Gen |
| Decoder | PureVideo HD VP4 | VP5 |
| Codecs | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 ASP | H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1,MPEG-4 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GTX 460M SLI draws 75W versus the GeForce GT 740's 64W — a 15.8% difference. The GeForce GT 740 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GTX 460M SLI) vs 300W (GeForce GT 740). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs None. Typical load temperature: 85°C vs 75.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 460M SLI | GeForce GT 740 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 75W | 64W-15% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 300W-14% |
| Power Connector | 1x 6-pin | None |
| Length | — | 145mm |
| Height | — | 111mm |
| Slots | 0-100% | 1 |
| Temp (Load) | 85°C | 75-12% |
| Perf/Watt | 18.6 | 22.3+20% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GT 740 is the newer GPU (2014 vs 2010).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 460M SLI | GeForce GT 740 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | — | $89 |
| Avg Price (30d) | — | $89 |
| Codename | N11E-GS | GK107 |
| Release | September 3 2010 | May 29 2014 |
| Ranking | #696 | #777 |
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