GeForce GTX 645 vs Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU

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.

Head-to-Head Verdict, Benchmarks, Value & Long-Term Outlook

This comparison brings together gaming FPS, raw graphics performance, VRAM, feature set, power efficiency, pricing context, and long-term value so you can see which GPU actually makes more sense.

GeForce GTX 645

2010

Why buy it

✅Costs $749 less on MSRP ($150 MSRP vs $899 MSRP).
✅Delivers 497.4% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 12.5 vs 2.1 G3D/$ ($150 MSRP vs $899 MSRP).
✅100+% more VRAM for high-resolution textures and newer games (1 GB vs Unknown).
✅Less risky long-term buy than Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU: it remains the more sensible modern option while Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU is already obsolete for modern gaming.

Trade-offs

❌Very weak future-proofing: 2010-era hardware with 1 GB of VRAM is already obsolete for modern gaming and is hard to recommend today.
❌2757.1% higher power demand at 200W vs 7W.

Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU

2018

Why buy it

✅Draws 7W instead of 200W, a 193W reduction.
✅More future proof: Unknown architecture on 7nm with a newer platform for upcoming games.

Trade-offs

❌Less VRAM, with Unknown vs 1 GB for high-resolution textures and newer games.
❌Very weak future-proofing: 2018-era hardware with Unknown of VRAM is already obsolete for modern gaming and is hard to recommend today.
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499.3% HIGHER MSRP
$899 MSRPvs$150 MSRP
❌Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 2.1 vs 12.5 G3D/$ ($899 MSRP vs $150 MSRP).

GeForce GTX 645

2010

Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU

2018

Why buy it

✅Costs $749 less on MSRP ($150 MSRP vs $899 MSRP).
✅Delivers 497.4% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 12.5 vs 2.1 G3D/$ ($150 MSRP vs $899 MSRP).
✅100+% more VRAM for high-resolution textures and newer games (1 GB vs Unknown).
✅Less risky long-term buy than Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU: it remains the more sensible modern option while Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU is already obsolete for modern gaming.

Why buy it

✅Draws 7W instead of 200W, a 193W reduction.
✅More future proof: Unknown architecture on 7nm with a newer platform for upcoming games.

Trade-offs

❌Very weak future-proofing: 2010-era hardware with 1 GB of VRAM is already obsolete for modern gaming and is hard to recommend today.
❌2757.1% higher power demand at 200W vs 7W.

Trade-offs

❌Less VRAM, with Unknown vs 1 GB for high-resolution textures and newer games.
❌Very weak future-proofing: 2018-era hardware with Unknown of VRAM is already obsolete for modern gaming and is hard to recommend today.
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499.3% HIGHER MSRP
$899 MSRPvs$150 MSRP
❌Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 2.1 vs 12.5 G3D/$ ($899 MSRP vs $150 MSRP).

Quick Answers

So, is Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU better than GeForce GTX 645?

Yes, but this is not really about a huge raw performance gap. The broader synthetic picture is also very close at 1,880 vs 1,886 in G3D Mark. The bigger reason to prefer Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU is the overall package: you are getting a newer generation, no meaningful modern upscaling stack, plus much lower power draw (7W vs 200W).

Which one is more future-proof for 2026 and beyond?

GeForce GTX 645 is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting more VRAM at 1 GB instead of Unknown. That extra memory headroom makes it the safer pick for newer games, heavier textures, and higher settings over time.

Which one is the smarter buy today, not just the cheaper card?

Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU is the smarter buy by a wide margin. Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU is about 499.3% more expensive on MSRP at $899 MSRP versus $150 MSRP, and you are getting 0.3% higher G3D Mark. GeForce GTX 645 really only makes sense now as a very cheap stopgap or a used-market placeholder.

When does GeForce GTX 645 make more sense than Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU?

Yes. GeForce GTX 645 is still an excellent gaming GPU in 2026: it is still comfortable for 1080p and decent for 1440p, though 4K is more situational. It makes more sense if your priority is future-proofing and staying closer to $150 MSRP more than squeezing out the extra headroom of Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU. The trade-off is that Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU currently gives you 0.3% higher G3D Mark. GeForce GTX 645 still holds the G3D-per-dollar lead, so the performance win comes with a real value premium.

Games Benchmarks

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 9800X3D 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 645 Benchmark Check

Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	GeForce GTX 645	Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU
1080p
low	66 FPS	85 FPS
medium	54 FPS	68 FPS
high	38 FPS	57 FPS
ultra	26 FPS	40 FPS
1440p
low	52 FPS	64 FPS
medium	43 FPS	51 FPS
high	27 FPS	42 FPS
ultra	18 FPS	32 FPS
4K
low	20 FPS	29 FPS
medium	19 FPS	27 FPS
high	12 FPS	18 FPS
ultra	10 FPS	15 FPS

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Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	GeForce GTX 645	Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU
1080p
low	85 FPS	85 FPS
medium	62 FPS	68 FPS
high	50 FPS	52 FPS
ultra	38 FPS	35 FPS
1440p
low	49 FPS	64 FPS
medium	33 FPS	45 FPS
high	23 FPS	33 FPS
ultra	18 FPS	24 FPS
4K
low	23 FPS	35 FPS
medium	16 FPS	23 FPS
high	12 FPS	18 FPS
ultra	9 FPS	13 FPS

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Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	GeForce GTX 645	Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU
1080p
low	85 FPS	85 FPS
medium	68 FPS	68 FPS
high	56 FPS	57 FPS
ultra	42 FPS	42 FPS
1440p
low	63 FPS	64 FPS
medium	51 FPS	51 FPS
high	42 FPS	42 FPS
ultra	32 FPS	32 FPS
4K
low	42 FPS	42 FPS
medium	34 FPS	34 FPS
high	28 FPS	28 FPS
ultra	21 FPS	21 FPS

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League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	GeForce GTX 645	Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU
1080p
low	85 FPS	85 FPS
medium	68 FPS	68 FPS
high	56 FPS	57 FPS
ultra	42 FPS	42 FPS
1440p
low	63 FPS	64 FPS
medium	51 FPS	51 FPS
high	42 FPS	42 FPS
ultra	32 FPS	32 FPS
4K
low	42 FPS	42 FPS
medium	34 FPS	34 FPS
high	28 FPS	28 FPS
ultra	21 FPS	21 FPS

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Valorant

Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 645 and Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU

GeForce GTX 645

The GeForce GTX 645 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 31 2010. It features the Fermi architecture. The core clock speed is 607 MHz. It has 352 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 200W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,880 points. Launch price was $279.

Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU

The Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU is manufactured by Qualcomm. It was released in December 6 2018. The thermal design power (TDP) is 7W. Manufactured using 7 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,886 points.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 645 scores 1,880 and the Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU reaches 1,886 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.3% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance.

Feature	GeForce GTX 645	Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU
G3D Mark Score	1,880	1,886
Process Node	40 nm	7 nm

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

The GeForce GTX 645 gives access to NVIDIA DLSS (Deep Learning Super Sampling), widely regarding as the superior upscaling method for image quality. The Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU relies on FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution), which is capable but generally slightly noisier than DLSS in motion.

Feature	GeForce GTX 645	Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU
Upscaling Tech	Upscaling support	Upscaling support
Frame Generation	Not Supported	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	NVIDIA Reflex	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce GTX 645 comes with 1 GB of VRAM, while the Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU has 0 MB. The GeForce GTX 645 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit.

Feature	GeForce GTX 645	Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU
VRAM Capacity	1 GB	Shared System RAM
Memory Type	GDDR5	Shared
Memory Bandwidth	Unknown	135 GB/s
Bus Width	128-bit	128-bit

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 645 draws 200W versus the Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU's 7W — a 186.5% difference. The Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GTX 645) vs 1W (Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU). Power connectors: None vs Integrated.

Feature	GeForce GTX 645	Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU
TDP	200W	7W-97%
Recommended PSU	300W	1W-100%
Power Connector	None	Integrated
Length	147mm	—
Height	111mm	—
Slots	1	—
Temp (Load)	80	—
Perf/Watt	9.4	269.4+2766%

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 645 launched at $150 MSRP, while the Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU launched at $899. The GeForce GTX 645 costs 83.3% less ($749 savings) on MSRP. Performance per dollar on MSRP (G3D Mark / MSRP): 12.5 (GeForce GTX 645) vs 2.1 (Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU) — the GeForce GTX 645 offers 495.2% better value. The Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 GPU is the newer GPU (2018 vs 2010).