GeForce 945A
NVIDIA
G3D Mark
1,852
MSRP
$100
AVG Price
$25
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.
Overview
The GeForce 945A is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 13 2015. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 1006 MHz to 1189 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 33W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,852 points.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. The GeForce 945A is positioned at rank #262 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GeForce 945A
FPS Benchmarks
Predicted performance for GeForce 945A across popular games. Tested paired with Ryzen 7 7800X3D to isolate GPU performance.
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Technical Analysis
Detailed breakdown of GeForce 945A specifications and capabilities.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce 945A scores 1,852 in the G3D Mark benchmark (the standard measure of rasterization GPU performance), placing it in the Entry Level tier as a Legacy generation graphics card. It is built on the Maxwell (2014−2017) architecture (codename: GM108), manufactured on a 28 nm process— smaller process nodes improve power efficiency and transistor density. It packs 384 shader units (the primary compute units for rendering pixels), 24 TMUs (texture mapping units), and 8 ROPs (render output units that handle final pixel output). Raw FP32 compute power: 0.9132 TFLOPS — this measures the theoretical peak floating-point performance. Boost clock reaches 1189 MHz from a base of 1006 MHz.
| Specification | GeForce 945A |
|---|---|
| G3D MarkPassMark 3D graphics benchmark score | 1,852 |
| ArchitectureGPU microarchitecture generation | Maxwell (2014−2017) |
| CodenameInternal GPU die codename | GM108 |
| Manufacturing ProcessFabrication node — smaller = more efficient | 28 nm |
| Shader UnitsCore compute units for rendering/compute | 384 |
| TMUsTexture Mapping Units — handle texture sampling | 24 |
| ROPsRender Output Units — final pixel/color blending | 8 |
| Boost ClockMaximum GPU frequency under load | 1189 MHz |
| Base ClockGuaranteed minimum GPU frequency | 1006 MHz |
| Compute (FP32)Peak single-precision floating-point performance | 0.9132 TFLOPS |
| Texture Fill RateTextures processed per second | 28.54 GTexel/s |
| PCIe InterfaceCPU↔GPU data link generation | PCIe 3.0 x16 |
| Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking | #705 |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce 945A is equipped with 0.5 GB of GDDR5 video memory connected via a 128-bit memory bus, delivering Unknown of bandwidth. Memory operates at 8 Gbps effective speed.
| Specification | GeForce 945A |
|---|---|
| VRAM SizeVideo memory capacity — more = better for high-res textures | 0.5 GB |
| VRAM TypeMemory technology generation | GDDR5 |
| Memory BusWidth of data path — wider = more bandwidth | 128-bit |
| Memory SpeedEffective memory data rate | 8 Gbps |
| BandwidthMaximum data throughput between GPU and VRAM | Unknown |
| L1 Cache | 192 kB |
| L2 Cache | 1024 kB |
Advanced Features & APIs
Graphics API support: DirectX 12 (11_0), Vulkan 1.3, OpenGL 4.6— latest API versions enable the most advanced rendering features like ray tracing and mesh shaders.
| Specification | GeForce 945A |
|---|---|
| NVIDIA Reflex | ❌ Not Supported |
| DLSS Frame Generation | ❌ Not Supported |
| DLSS Super Resolution | ❌ Not Supported |
| DirectXMicrosoft graphics API version | 12 (11_0) |
| VulkanCross-platform graphics API | 1.3 |
| OpenGLLegacy graphics API | 4.6 |
| Compute APIGPGPU framework (CUDA/ROCm/OpenCL) | CUDA |
Display & Media
Display outputs: 1x Laptop Dependent — supports up to 2 simultaneous displays. Hardware encoder: 4th Gen NVENC (Maxwell), decoder: PureVideo HD VP6— dedicated hardware for video encoding/decoding accelerates streaming, recording, and video playback. Supported codecs: H.264,HEVC.
| Specification | GeForce 945A |
|---|---|
| Laptop Dependent PortsNumber of Laptop Dependent display connectors | 1x |
| Max DisplaysMaximum simultaneously connected monitors | 2 |
| Hardware EncoderVideo encoding engine version | 4th Gen NVENC (Maxwell) |
| Hardware DecoderVideo decoding engine version | PureVideo HD VP6 |
| CodecsSupported video compression formats | H.264,HEVC |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce 945A draws 33 Watt under load (TDP) — a 350W PSU minimum is recommended. Power connector: Legacy. Physical size: , occupying 0 expansion slots— verify your case has clearance before purchasing. Typical temperatures: 33°C at idle, 80°C under load.
| Specification | GeForce 945A |
|---|---|
| TDPPower consumption under load | 33 Watt |
| Recommended PSUMinimum power supply wattage | 350W |
| Power ConnectorRequired PCIe power cable type | Legacy |
| Slot WidthExpansion slots occupied | 0-slot |
| Idle TemperatureTypical temperature at desktop idle | 33°C |
| Load TemperatureTypical temperature under gaming load | 80°C |
Value Analysis
At an average price of $25 (MSRP: $100), the GeForce 945A delivers 74 G3D Mark points per dollar. It holds Rank #262 in the cost-benefit ranking — a comprehensive score that weighs raw performance against current market pricing. Overall performance ranking position: #705 among all indexed GPUs.
| Specification | GeForce 945A |
|---|---|
| MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price | $100 |
| Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days | $25 |
| Cost-Benefit RankOverall value ranking position | #262 |
| Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking | #705 |
| Release Date | March 13 2015 |
| Release Year | 2015 |
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