GeForce GTX 670MX SLI vs GeForce GTX 745

GeForce GTX 670MX SLI

2012Core: 600 MHz

GeForce GTX 745

2014Core: 1020 MHzBoost: 1085 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

GeForce GTX 670MX SLI

150

2,075

0.0%

GeForce GTX 1650 Ti with Max-Q Design

2,126

+2.5%

GeForce GTX 970XM FORCE

RTX 500 Ada Generation Laptop GPU

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. The GeForce GTX 670MX SLI is positioned at rank #364 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 GTX 670MX SLI

#354

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

1046%

#356

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

948%

#357

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

946%

#361

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

860%

#362

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

854%

#364

GeForce GTX 670MX SLI

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#367

GeForce 615

MSRP: $50|Avg: $15

97%

#369

Radeon Ryzen 7 6800HS

MSRP: $600|Avg: $600

97%

#370

GeForce GT 730A

MSRP: $75|Avg: $20

95%

#372

Radeon HD 7660G

MSRP: $50|Avg: $50

93%

#373

Radeon R7 M270DX

MSRP: $100|Avg: $20

93%

#374

Radeon HD 6670/7670

MSRP: $99|Avg: $40

92%

#375

Radeon 620

MSRP: $100|Avg: $50

92%

#376

Radeon R5 435

MSRP: $80|Avg: $80

92%

#377

Radeon R9 M470X

MSRP: $350|Avg: $350

89%

#379

Radeon R9 M380

MSRP: $300|Avg: $300

88%

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 GTX 745 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.5% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (4 GB vs 2 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 670MX SLI.

Insight	GeForce GTX 670MX SLI	GeForce GTX 745
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.5%)	✅Leading raw performance (+2.5%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / Kepler (2012−2018))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / 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

While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce GTX 745 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.

GeForce GTX 670MX SLI Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 745 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 670MX SLI and GeForce GTX 745

GeForce GTX 670MX SLI

The GeForce GTX 670MX SLI is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in October 1 2012. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 600 MHz. It has 1920 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,075 points.

GeForce GTX 745

The GeForce GTX 745 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in February 18 2014. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 1020 MHz to 1085 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 55W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,126 points. Launch price was $119.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 670MX SLI scores 2,075 and the GeForce GTX 745 reaches 2,126 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.5% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 670MX SLI is built on Kepler while the GeForce GTX 745 uses Maxwell, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 1,920 (GeForce GTX 670MX SLI) vs 512 (GeForce GTX 745).

Feature	GeForce GTX 670MX SLI	GeForce GTX 745
G3D Mark Score	2,075	2,126+2%
Architecture	Kepler	Maxwell
Process Node	28 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	1920+275%	512

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 670MX SLI	GeForce GTX 745
Upscaling Tech	FSR 2.1 (Compatible)	FSR 2.1 (Compatible)
Frame Generation	FSR 3 (Compatible)	FSR 3 (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce GTX 670MX SLI comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 745 has 4 GB. The GeForce GTX 745 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit.

Feature	GeForce GTX 670MX SLI	GeForce GTX 745
VRAM Capacity	2 GB	4 GB+100%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	Unknown	80 GB/s
Bus Width	128-bit	128-bit

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (11_0) (GeForce GTX 670MX SLI) vs 12 (11_0) (GeForce GTX 745). Vulkan: 1.2 vs 1.4. OpenGL: 4.2 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 3.

Feature	GeForce GTX 670MX SLI	GeForce GTX 745
DirectX	12 (11_0)	12 (11_0)
Vulkan	1.2	1.4+17%
OpenGL	4.2	4.6+10%
Max Displays	4+33%	3

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 1st Gen (GeForce GTX 670MX SLI) vs NVENC 4th Gen (GeForce GTX 745). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP5 vs PureVideo HD VP6. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 ASP (GeForce GTX 670MX SLI) vs H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 ASP (GeForce GTX 745).

Feature	GeForce GTX 670MX SLI	GeForce GTX 745
Encoder	NVENC 1st Gen	NVENC 4th Gen
Decoder	PureVideo HD VP5	PureVideo HD VP6
Codecs	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 ASP	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 ASP

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 670MX SLI draws 150W versus the GeForce GTX 745's 55W — a 92.7% difference. The GeForce GTX 745 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GTX 670MX SLI) vs 300W (GeForce GTX 745). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs 1x 6-pin. Typical load temperature: 88°C vs 75°C.

Feature	GeForce GTX 670MX SLI	GeForce GTX 745
TDP	150W	55W-63%
Recommended PSU	350W	300W-14%
Power Connector	1x 6-pin	1x 6-pin
Length	—	145mm
Height	—	69mm
Slots	0-100%	1
Temp (Load)	88°C	75°C-15%
Perf/Watt	13.8	38.7+180%