Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU) vs GeForce GT 645

Performance Spectrum - GPU

Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU)

12

2,000

0.0%

2,006

+0.3%

GeForce GTX 1650 Ti with Max-Q Design

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 GeForce GT 645

#54

Radeon RX 6800S

MSRP: $800|Avg: $800

98%

#232

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

536%

#234

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

486%

#235

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

485%

#239

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

441%

#240

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

438%

#242

GeForce GT 645

MSRP: $99|Avg: $15

100%

#252

GeForce 720A

MSRP: $30|Avg: $30

95%

#253

GeForce GT 520M

MSRP: $60|Avg: N/A

93%

#254

Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200GE

MSRP: $99|Avg: $60

93%

#257

GeForce GTX 770M SLI

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $80

92%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU) is significantly newer (2019 vs 2012). The Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU) likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GT 645 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GT 645 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.3% higher G3D Mark score and 100+% more VRAM (2 GB vs 0 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU).

Insight	Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU)	GeForce GT 645
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.3%)	✅Leading raw performance (+0.3%)
Longevity	Gen. 11 Ice Lake (2019−2022) (10nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / Kepler (2012−2018))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+100+%)
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	—	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GT 645 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $15 (vs $15), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 0.3% better value per dollar than the Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU).

Insight	Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU)	GeForce GT 645
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+0.3%)
Upfront Cost	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing

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.

Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU) Benchmark Check

GeForce GT 645 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU) and GeForce GT 645

Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU)

The Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU) is manufactured by Intel. It was released in May 28 2019. It features the Gen. 11 Ice Lake architecture. The core clock ranges from 300 MHz to 1100 MHz. It has 64 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 12W. Manufactured using 10 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,000 points.

GeForce GT 645

The GeForce GT 645 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in October 1 2012. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is Up to 710 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 32W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,006 points.

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Graphics Performance

The Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU) scores 2,000 and the GeForce GT 645 reaches 2,006 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.3% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU) is built on Gen. 11 Ice Lake while the GeForce GT 645 uses Kepler, both on 10 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 64 (Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU)) vs 384 (GeForce GT 645).

Feature	Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU)	GeForce GT 645
G3D Mark Score	2,000	2,006
Architecture	Gen. 11 Ice Lake	Kepler
Process Node	10 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	64	384+500%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU)	GeForce GT 645
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU) comes with 0 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce GT 645 has 2 GB. The GeForce GT 645 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: System vs 128-bit.

Feature	Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU)	GeForce GT 645
VRAM Capacity	Shared System RAM	2 GB
Memory Type	Shared	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	System	Unknown
Bus Width	System	128-bit

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (12_1) (Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU)) vs 12 (11_0) (GeForce GT 645). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.2. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 3.

Feature	Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU)	GeForce GT 645
DirectX	12 (12_1)	12 (11_0)
Vulkan	1.3+8%	1.2
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	3	3

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: QuickSync (Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU)) vs NVENC (1st Gen) (GeForce GT 645). Decoder: QuickSync vs NVDEC (1st Gen). Supported codecs: H.264,H.265,VP9 (Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU)) vs H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1 (GeForce GT 645).

Feature	Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU)	GeForce GT 645
Encoder	QuickSync	NVENC (1st Gen)
Decoder	QuickSync	NVDEC (1st Gen)
Codecs	H.264,H.265,VP9	H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1

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Power & Dimensions

The Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU) draws 12W versus the GeForce GT 645's 32W — a 90.9% difference. The Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU) is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU)) vs 350W (GeForce GT 645). Power connectors: Integrated vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 0mm vs 145mm, occupying 0 vs 1 slots. Typical load temperature: 85 vs 80.

Feature	Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU)	GeForce GT 645
TDP	12W-63%	32W
Recommended PSU	1W-100%	350W
Power Connector	Integrated	PCIe-powered
Length	0mm	145mm
Height	0mm	111mm
Slots	0-100%	1
Temp (Load)	85	80-6%
Perf/Watt	166.7+166%	62.7

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Value Analysis

The Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU) launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $15, while the GeForce GT 645 launched at $99 and now averages $15. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 133.3 (Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU)) vs 133.7 (GeForce GT 645) — the GeForce GT 645 offers 0.3% better value. The Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU) is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2012).