GeForce GTX 745 vs GRID M6-1Q

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 GRID M6-1Q

#311

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

10705%

#326

GRID M6-1Q

MSRP: $1500|Avg: $100

100%

#327

Tesla C2050 / C2070

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $30

99%

#328

Quadro FX 380

MSRP: $129|Avg: $15

99%

#329

FirePro M7740

MSRP: $500|Avg: $500

96%

#330

Quadro FX 570

MSRP: $199|Avg: $15

94%

#331

RTXA5000-24Q

MSRP: $3721|Avg: $2100

93%

#332

GRID P40-1Q

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150

93%

#334

Tesla M10

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $500

92%

#335

Tesla C2050

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $95

92%

#336

FirePro S10000

MSRP: $3599|Avg: $500

91%

#337

Quadro FX 3450

MSRP: $119|Avg: $30

91%

#338

GRID P40-24Q

MSRP: $5699|Avg: $200

90%

#339

Quadro 4000

MSRP: $1199|Avg: $30

89%

#340

FireStream 9250

MSRP: $999|Avg: $49

85%

#341

GRID P40-3Q

MSRP: $5699|Avg: $5699

83%

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 2.8% 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 GRID M6-1Q.

Insight	GeForce GTX 745	GRID M6-1Q
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+2.8%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.8%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Maxwell (2014−2017))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	✅ More VRAM (+100%)	❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	📏 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 $100), it costs 75% less, resulting in a 311% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce GTX 745	GRID M6-1Q
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+311%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($25)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($100)

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

GRID M6-1Q Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 745 and GRID M6-1Q

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.

GRID M6-1Q

The GRID M6-1Q is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in August 30 2015. It features the Maxwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 557 MHz to 1178 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 225W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,069 points.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 745 scores 2,126 and the GRID M6-1Q reaches 2,069 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.8% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 745 is built on Maxwell while the GRID M6-1Q uses Maxwell 2.0, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 512 (GeForce GTX 745) vs 2,048 (GRID M6-1Q). Raw compute: 1.111 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 745) vs 4.825 TFLOPS (GRID M6-1Q). Boost clocks: 1085 MHz vs 1178 MHz.

Feature	GeForce GTX 745	GRID M6-1Q
G3D Mark Score	2,126+3%	2,069
Architecture	Maxwell	Maxwell 2.0
Process Node	28 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	512	2048+300%
Compute (TFLOPS)	1.111 TFLOPS	4.825 TFLOPS+334%
Boost Clock	1085 MHz	1178 MHz+9%
ROPs	16	64+300%
TMUs	32	128+300%
L1 Cache	256 KB	768 KB+200%
L2 Cache	2 MB	2 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 745	GRID M6-1Q
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 GRID M6-1Q has 2 GB. The GeForce GTX 745 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit.

Feature	GeForce GTX 745	GRID M6-1Q
VRAM Capacity	4 GB+100%	2 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	128-bit+100%	64-bit
L2 Cache	2 MB	2 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (11_0) (GeForce GTX 745) vs 12_1 (GRID M6-1Q). Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 0.

Feature	GeForce GTX 745	GRID M6-1Q
DirectX	12 (11_0)	12_1
Max Displays	3	0

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 745 draws 55W versus the GRID M6-1Q's 225W — a 121.4% difference. The GeForce GTX 745 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GTX 745) vs 350W (GRID M6-1Q). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 145mm vs 1mm, occupying 1 vs 0 slots.

Feature	GeForce GTX 745	GRID M6-1Q
TDP	55W-76%	225W
Recommended PSU	300W-14%	350W
Power Connector	1x 6-pin	PCIe-powered
Length	145mm	1mm
Height	69mm	—
Slots	1	0-100%
Temp (Load)	75°C	—
Perf/Watt	38.7+321%	9.2

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 745 launched at $80 MSRP and currently averages $25, while the GRID M6-1Q launched at $1500 and now averages $100. The GeForce GTX 745 costs 75% less ($75 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 85.0 (GeForce GTX 745) vs 20.7 (GRID M6-1Q) — the GeForce GTX 745 offers 310.6% better value. The GRID M6-1Q is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2014).