GeForce GTX 745 vs GeForce 945M

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 GeForce 945M

#30

Radeon 8050S

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

96%

#31

Radeon RX 8050S

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

96%

#90

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

257%

#92

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

233%

#93

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

233%

#97

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

212%

#98

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

210%

#100

GeForce 945M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $98

100%

#103

Radeon RX 460 (móvel)

MSRP: $99|Avg: $45

98%

#105

GeForce GTX 680M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

97%

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Radeon HD 7470M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $12

97%

#110

GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

95%

#114

Radeon RX 470 (móvel)

MSRP: $179|Avg: $40

93%

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 0.8% higher G3D Mark score and 700% more VRAM (4 GB vs 512 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce 945M.

Insight	GeForce GTX 745	GeForce 945M
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+0.8%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.8%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Maxwell (2014−2017))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell (2014−2017))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	✅ More VRAM (+700%)	❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	—

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 745 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 745 holds the technical lead. Priced at $25 (vs $98), it costs 74% less, resulting in a 295.2% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce GTX 745	GeForce 945M
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+295.2%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($25)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($98)

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 745 Benchmark Check

GeForce 945M Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 745 and GeForce 945M

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.

GeForce 945M

The GeForce 945M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in October 27 2015. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 928 MHz to 1020 MHz. It has 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,109 points.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 745 scores 2,126 and the GeForce 945M reaches 2,109 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.8% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 745 is built on Maxwell while the GeForce 945M uses Maxwell, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 512 (GeForce GTX 745) vs 640 (GeForce 945M). Raw compute: 1.111 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 745) vs 1.306 TFLOPS (GeForce 945M). Boost clocks: 1085 MHz vs 1020 MHz.

Feature	GeForce GTX 745	GeForce 945M
G3D Mark Score	2,126	2,109
Architecture	Maxwell	Maxwell
Process Node	28 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	512	640+25%
Compute (TFLOPS)	1.111 TFLOPS	1.306 TFLOPS+18%
Boost Clock	1085 MHz+6%	1020 MHz
ROPs	16	16
TMUs	32	40+25%
L1 Cache	256 KB	320 KB+25%
L2 Cache	2 MB	2 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 745	GeForce 945M
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 745 comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce 945M has 512 MB. The GeForce GTX 745 offers 700% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit.

Feature	GeForce GTX 745	GeForce 945M
VRAM Capacity	4 GB+700%	0.5 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	80 GB/s	80 GB/s
Bus Width	128-bit	128-bit
L2 Cache	2 MB	2 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (11_0) (GeForce GTX 745) vs 12 (11_0) (GeForce 945M). Vulkan: 1.4 vs 1.1. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 2.

Feature	GeForce GTX 745	GeForce 945M
DirectX	12 (11_0)	12 (11_0)
Vulkan	1.4+27%	1.1
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	3+50%	2

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 4th Gen (GeForce GTX 745) vs NVENC (Maxwell) (GeForce 945M). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP6 vs PureVideo HD (VP6). Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 ASP (GeForce GTX 745) vs H.264,H.265,MPEG-2 (GeForce 945M).

Feature	GeForce GTX 745	GeForce 945M
Encoder	NVENC 4th Gen	NVENC (Maxwell)
Decoder	PureVideo HD VP6	PureVideo HD (VP6)
Codecs	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 ASP	H.264,H.265,MPEG-2

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 745 draws 55W versus the GeForce 945M's 75W — a 30.8% difference. The GeForce GTX 745 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GTX 745) vs 350W (GeForce 945M). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs Legacy. Card length: 145mm vs 0mm, occupying 1 vs 0 slots. Typical load temperature: 75°C vs 75.

Feature	GeForce GTX 745	GeForce 945M
TDP	55W-27%	75W
Recommended PSU	300W-14%	350W
Power Connector	1x 6-pin	Legacy
Length	145mm	0mm
Height	69mm	0mm
Slots	1	0-100%
Temp (Load)	75°C	75
Perf/Watt	38.7+38%	28.1

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 745 costs 74.5% less ($73 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 85.0 (GeForce GTX 745) vs 21.5 (GeForce 945M) — the GeForce GTX 745 offers 295.3% better value. The GeForce 945M is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2014).