GeForce GTX 645 vs Quadro M520

GeForce GTX 645

2010Core: 607 MHz

Quadro M520

2017Core: 1041 MHzBoost: 1019 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

GeForce GTX 645

200

1,880

0.0%

GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2

1,913

+1.8%

GeForce GTX 780 Rev. 2

GeForce GTX 980

GeForce GTX 1080

TITAN V

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.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar Quadro M520

#70

Radeon PRO W6800

MSRP: $2249|Avg: $2249

94%

#72

Quadro P4200

MSRP: $1200|Avg: $110

90%

#130

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

1544%

#145

Quadro M520

MSRP: $200|Avg: $50

100%

#146

Radeon Sky 500

MSRP: $500|Avg: $500

99%

#147

Quadro M5000

MSRP: $999|Avg: $120

98%

#148

Radeon Pro WX 4100

MSRP: $399|Avg: $85

96%

#149

Quadro P4000 (móvel)

MSRP: $819|Avg: $290

96%

#151

FirePro M40003

MSRP: $150|Avg: $72

95%

#152

Radeon Pro 465

MSRP: $500|Avg: $150

95%

#154

Tesla P4

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $190

94%

#155

Radeon Pro WX 4150

MSRP: $300|Avg: $120

92%

#158

Quadro M2200

MSRP: $500|Avg: $70

90%

#159

Quadro M4000

MSRP: $791|Avg: $350

88%

#160

FirePro W4100

MSRP: $183|Avg: $183

85%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The Quadro M520 is significantly newer (2017 vs 2010). The Quadro M520 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GTX 645 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Quadro M520 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.8% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (2 GB vs 1 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 645.

Insight	GeForce GTX 645	Quadro M520
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.8%)	✅Leading raw performance (+1.8%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi (2010−2014))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Maxwell (2014−2017))
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

The GeForce GTX 645 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 645 holds the technical lead. Priced at $20 (vs $50), it costs 60% less, resulting in a 145.7% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce GTX 645	Quadro M520
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+145.7%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($20)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($50)

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 GTX 645 Benchmark Check

Quadro M520 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 645 and Quadro M520

GeForce GTX 645

The GeForce GTX 645 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 31 2010. It features the Fermi architecture. The core clock speed is 607 MHz. It has 352 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 200W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,880 points. Launch price was $279.

Quadro M520

The Quadro M520 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 11 2017. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 1041 MHz to 1019 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 25W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,913 points.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 645 scores 1,880 and the Quadro M520 reaches 1,913 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.8% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 645 is built on Fermi while the Quadro M520 uses Maxwell, both on 40 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 352 (GeForce GTX 645) vs 384 (Quadro M520). Raw compute: 0.8554 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 645) vs 0.7995 TFLOPS (Quadro M520).

Feature	GeForce GTX 645	Quadro M520
G3D Mark Score	1,880	1,913+2%
Architecture	Fermi	Maxwell
Process Node	40 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	352	384+9%
Compute (TFLOPS)	0.8554 TFLOPS+7%	0.7995 TFLOPS
ROPs	32+300%	8
TMUs	44+175%	16
L1 Cache	704 KB+450%	128 KB
L2 Cache	0.5 MB	1 MB+100%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 645	Quadro M520
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

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce GTX 645 comes with 1 GB of VRAM, while the Quadro M520 has 2 GB. The Quadro M520 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 0.5 MB (GeForce GTX 645) vs 1 MB (Quadro M520) — the Quadro M520 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce GTX 645	Quadro M520
VRAM Capacity	1 GB	2 GB+100%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	128-bit+100%	64-bit
L2 Cache	0.5 MB	1 MB+100%

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 645 draws 200W versus the Quadro M520's 25W — a 155.6% difference. The Quadro M520 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GTX 645) vs 350W (Quadro M520). Power connectors: None vs PCIe-powered.

Feature	GeForce GTX 645	Quadro M520
TDP	200W	25W-88%
Recommended PSU	300W-14%	350W
Power Connector	None	PCIe-powered
Length	147mm	—
Height	111mm	—
Slots	1	—
Temp (Load)	80	—
Perf/Watt	9.4	76.5+714%

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 645 launched at $150 MSRP and currently averages $20, while the Quadro M520 launched at $200 and now averages $50. The GeForce GTX 645 costs 60% less ($30 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 94.0 (GeForce GTX 645) vs 38.3 (Quadro M520) — the GeForce GTX 645 offers 145.4% better value. The Quadro M520 is the newer GPU (2017 vs 2010).