NVS 510 vs GeForce GT 640M LE
NVS 510
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GeForce GT 640M LE
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Performance Spectrum - GPU
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. The NVS 510 is positioned at rank 321 and the GeForce GT 640M LE is on rank 386, so the NVS 510 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar NVS 510
Performance Per Dollar GeForce GT 640M LE
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce GT 640M LE is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.5% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the NVS 510.
| Insight | NVS 510 | GeForce GT 640M LE |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.5%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+2.5%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell (2014−2017)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / Kepler (2012−2018)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The NVS 510 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the NVS 510 holds the technical lead. Priced at $15 (vs $20), it costs 25% less, resulting in a 30.1% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | NVS 510 | GeForce GT 640M LE |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+30.1%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($15) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($20) |
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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of NVS 510 and GeForce GT 640M LE
NVS 510
The NVS 510 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in November 4 2015. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 902 MHz to 1033 MHz. It has 512 ×2 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 68W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 680 points.
GeForce GT 640M LE
The GeForce GT 640M LE is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 22 2012. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from Up to 625 MHz to 645 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 32W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 697 points.
Graphics Performance
The NVS 510 scores 680 and the GeForce GT 640M LE reaches 697 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.5% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The NVS 510 is built on Maxwell while the GeForce GT 640M LE uses Kepler, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 512 (NVS 510) vs 384 (GeForce GT 640M LE). Raw compute: 1.058 TFLOPS ×2 (NVS 510) vs 0.48 TFLOPS (GeForce GT 640M LE). Boost clocks: 1033 MHz vs 645 MHz.
| Feature | NVS 510 | GeForce GT 640M LE |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 680 | 697+3% |
| Architecture | Maxwell | Kepler |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 512 ×2+33% | 384 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 1.058 TFLOPS ×2+120% | 0.48 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 1033 MHz+60% | 645 MHz |
| ROPs | 16 ×2 | 16 |
| TMUs | 32 ×2 | 32 |
| L1 Cache | 256 KB+700% | 32 KB |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB+300% | 0.25 MB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | NVS 510 | GeForce GT 640M LE |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
Both cards feature 2 GB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 1 MB (NVS 510) vs 0.25 MB (GeForce GT 640M LE) — the NVS 510 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | NVS 510 | GeForce GT 640M LE |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | 2 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 128-bit+100% |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB+300% | 0.25 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 (11_0) (NVS 510) vs 12 (11_0) (GeForce GT 640M LE). Vulkan: 1.2 vs 1.2. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.
| Feature | NVS 510 | GeForce GT 640M LE |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 (11_0) | 12 (11_0) |
| Vulkan | 1.2 | 1.2 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: 1st Gen NVENC (NVS 510) vs NVENC 1st Gen (GeForce GT 640M LE). Decoder: 1st Gen NVDEC (VP5) vs VP5. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 (NVS 510) vs H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1,MPEG-4 (GeForce GT 640M LE).
| Feature | NVS 510 | GeForce GT 640M LE |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | 1st Gen NVENC | NVENC 1st Gen |
| Decoder | 1st Gen NVDEC (VP5) | VP5 |
| Codecs | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 | H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1,MPEG-4 |
Power & Dimensions
The NVS 510 draws 68W versus the GeForce GT 640M LE's 32W — a 72% difference. The GeForce GT 640M LE is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (NVS 510) vs 350W (GeForce GT 640M LE). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 160mm vs 0mm, occupying 1 vs 0 slots. Typical load temperature: 65°C vs 85.
| Feature | NVS 510 | GeForce GT 640M LE |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 68W | 32W-53% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 160mm | 0mm |
| Height | 69mm | 0mm |
| Slots | 1 | 0-100% |
| Temp (Load) | 65°C-24% | 85 |
| Perf/Watt | 10.0 | 21.8+118% |
Value Analysis
The NVS 510 launched at $449 MSRP and currently averages $15, while the GeForce GT 640M LE launched at $80 and now averages $20. The NVS 510 costs 25% less ($5 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 45.3 (NVS 510) vs 34.9 (GeForce GT 640M LE) — the NVS 510 offers 29.8% better value. The NVS 510 is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2012).
| Feature | NVS 510 | GeForce GT 640M LE |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $449 | $80-82% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $15-25% | $20 |
| Performance per Dollar | 45.3+30% | 34.9 |
| Codename | GM107 | GK107 |
| Release | November 4 2015 | March 22 2012 |
| Ranking | #826 | #909 |
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