GeForce GTX 750 vs GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2

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.

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Performance Comparison

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🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.6% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 750.

Insight	GeForce GTX 750	GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.6%)	✅Leading raw performance (+0.6%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Maxwell (2014−2017))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / Fermi 2.0 (2010−2014))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2 holds the technical lead. Priced at $30 (vs $35), it costs 14% less, resulting in a 17.3% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce GTX 750	GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+17.3%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($35)	✅More affordable ($30)

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 750 Benchmark Check

GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 750 and GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2

GeForce GTX 750

The GeForce GTX 750 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: 3,312 points. Launch price was $119.

GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2

The GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 15 2011. It features the Fermi 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 783 MHz. It has 192 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 106W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,331 points.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 750 scores 3,312 and the GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2 reaches 3,331 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.6% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 750 is built on Maxwell while the GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2 uses Fermi 2.0, both on 28 nm vs 40 nm. Shader units: 512 (GeForce GTX 750) vs 192 (GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2). Raw compute: 1.111 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 750) vs 0.6013 TFLOPS (GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2).

Feature	GeForce GTX 750	GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2
G3D Mark Score	3,312	3,331
Architecture	Maxwell	Fermi 2.0
Process Node	28 nm	40 nm
Shading Units	512+167%	192
Compute (TFLOPS)	1.111 TFLOPS+85%	0.6013 TFLOPS
ROPs	16	16
TMUs	32	32
L1 Cache	256 KB	256 KB
L2 Cache	2 MB+700%	0.25 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 750	GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2
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)

Both cards feature 2 GB of GDDR5. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 2 MB (GeForce GTX 750) vs 0.25 MB (GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2) — the GeForce GTX 750 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce GTX 750	GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2
VRAM Capacity	2 GB	2 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	80 GB/s	Unknown
Bus Width	128-bit	128-bit
L2 Cache	2 MB+700%	0.25 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12_0 (GeForce GTX 750) vs 12 (11_0) (GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2). Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 2.

Feature	GeForce GTX 750	GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2
DirectX	12_0	12 (11_0)
Max Displays	3+50%	2

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 3rd Gen (GeForce GTX 750) vs PureVideo HD VP4 (GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2). Decoder: NVDEC 1st Gen vs PureVideo HD VP4. Supported codecs: H.264 (GeForce GTX 750) vs H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2).

Feature	GeForce GTX 750	GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2
Encoder	NVENC 3rd Gen	PureVideo HD VP4
Decoder	NVDEC 1st Gen	PureVideo HD VP4
Codecs	H.264	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 750 draws 55W versus the GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2's 106W — a 63.4% difference. The GeForce GTX 750 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GTX 750) vs 400W (GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2). Power connectors: None vs 1x 6-pin. Card length: 145mm vs 210mm, occupying 1 vs 2 slots.

Feature	GeForce GTX 750	GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2
TDP	55W-48%	106W
Recommended PSU	300W-25%	400W
Power Connector	None	1x 6-pin
Length	145mm	210mm
Height	—	111mm
Slots	1-50%	2
Temp (Load)	—	68°C
Perf/Watt	60.2+92%	31.4

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 750 launched at $120 MSRP and currently averages $35, while the GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2 launched at $129 and now averages $30. The GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2 costs 14.3% less ($5 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 94.6 (GeForce GTX 750) vs 111.0 (GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2) — the GeForce GTS 450 Rev. 2 offers 17.3% better value. The GeForce GTX 750 is the newer GPU (2014 vs 2011).