NVIDIA GeForce GTX 750 GM206

The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 750 GM206 is a 28 nm Maxwell 2.0 part that occupies a specific niche in the database: it sits at the 50th percentile of all GPUs, representing a median point of capability for its generation. With a chip containing 2,940 million transistors on a 228 mm² die, the architecture delivers a base clock of 1087 MHz and a boost clock of 1239 MHz. The benchmark data shows a card that is functionally competent for its era but carries no performance deltas against nearest rivals, as the nearestRivals field is empty. This absence of direct comparative scores means the GTX 750 GM206 must be evaluated on its absolute specifications and architectural features rather than relative percentage leads or deficits.

Benchmark Performance

The GTX 750 GM206 achieves a raw FP32 throughput of 1,268.7 GFLOPS, a figure that directly reflects its 512 shading units operating at the listed boost clock. This places the card in a performance tier where 1080p gaming at medium to high settings is feasible, though the data provides no direct rival scores to contextualize this number further. The pixel rate of 39.65 GPixel/s and texture rate of 39.65 GTexel/s are identical, indicating a balanced design where the 32 ROPs and 32 TMUs are clocked symmetrically. In practical terms, these rates suggest the card can handle fill-rate-bound scenarios without severe bottlenecks, but the lack of any benchmark scores in the FACT PACK means the percentile ranking of 50 is the sole global reference point. The 50th percentile implies that half of all GPUs in the database outperform it and half underperform, which aligns with its position as an entry-level to mid-range part from the GeForce 700 generation. The FP32 count, when divided by the transistor density of 12.9M / mm², indicates an efficient use of the silicon, but without rival data, the performance narrative remains one of absolute capability rather than relative standing.

Ray Tracing and Feature Set

This GPU does not include dedicated ray tracing cores or tensor cores, as both fields are null in the FACT PACK. Consequently, any form of hardware-accelerated ray tracing is absent, and the card relies entirely on traditional rasterization techniques. The feature set is defined by its API support: DirectX 12 (12_1), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4. The DirectX 12_1 feature level is significant because it includes support for conservative rasterization and rasterizer-ordered views, which are advanced features for the Maxwell 2.0 architecture. However, the absence of RT and tensor cores means that any workload involving real-time ray tracing or AI-accelerated features like DLSS is off the table. The Vulkan 1.4 and OpenGL 4.6 support ensure broad compatibility with modern titles that still offer legacy rendering paths, but the card’s compute capabilities are limited to the 1,268.7 GFLOPS of FP32. The display outputs include 2x DVI and 1x mini-HDMI 2.0, which provides a standard multi-monitor setup but lacks DisplayPort connectivity, a potential limitation for high refresh rate panels. The lack of a launch MSRP field means no pricing information is available, but the feature set clearly targets a market segment where ray tracing is not a purchasing criterion.

Who Should Consider It

Given the 50th percentile ranking and the raw specifications, the GTX 750 GM206 is suited for users who prioritize compatibility over cutting-edge features. The 2 GB GDDR5 memory on a 128-bit bus with 80.19 GB/s bandwidth is adequate for 1080p resolution with moderate texture quality, but it will struggle at higher resolutions or with high-resolution texture packs. The FP32 throughput of 1,268.7 GFLOPS suggests that the card can maintain playable frame rates in older titles or esports games where the graphical load is lighter. For a user who demands 1440p gaming, the data indicates that the bandwidth and VRAM capacity would become limiting factors, as 80.19 GB/s is a modest figure by modern standards. Conversely, for a system built for legacy software or as a secondary display driver, the 60 W TDP and 250 W suggested PSU make it an easy addition to low-power builds. The dual-slot cooler and PCIe 3.0 x16 interface are standard, but the lack of power connectors simplifies installation. The 2015-11-16 release date places it in a context where its DirectX 12_1 support was forward-looking, but the absence of RT cores means it is not a candidate for modern ray-traced titles. The card is best considered for users who do not need high refresh rates or resolution beyond 1080p and who value a low-power, legacy-compatible solution.

How It Compares

The nearestRivals field is empty, so there are no direct comparative paragraphs to write. This absence is itself informative: the GTX 750 GM206 does not have closely matched competitors in the database according to the provided data, which suggests it occupies a unique performance band. The 50th percentile ranking is the only global comparison point, indicating that it performs better than half of all GPUs tracked. Without rival names or deltaPct values, any attempt to state a percentage lead or deficit would be fabricated, which is not permitted. The card’s position in the GeForce 700 generation, with the GeForce 600 as predecessor and GeForce 900 as successor, frames it as a transitional product. The lack of benchmark scores and rival data means the comparison section must rely on architectural context: it uses the Maxwell 2.0 architecture, which is a refinement over the previous Maxwell 1.0, but no specific performance delta can be cited. The production status is end-of-life, so it is no longer a current product, but its specifications remain in the database for historical reference.

Memory Subsystem

The memory subsystem is a critical aspect of the GTX 750 GM206’s performance profile. It is equipped with 2 GB of GDDR5 memory, which was a standard capacity for its generation but is now considered minimal for modern titles. The memory clock is listed as 1253 MHz with 5 Gbps effective data rate, and the bus width is 128 bit. This combination yields a bandwidth of 80.19 GB/s, a figure that is sufficient for 1080p gaming but becomes a bottleneck at higher resolutions or with anisotropic filtering and anti-aliasing enabled. The 32 ROPs are paired with this memory configuration, and the pixel rate of 39.65 GPixel/s is directly tied to the bandwidth available. In practice, the 80.19 GB/s means that high-resolution textures will exceed the VRAM capacity quickly, causing the card to fall back to system memory, which significantly reduces performance. The 2 GB capacity is the primary limitation, as even at 1080p, some games with high-quality texture packs will exceed it. For a user considering this card, the memory subsystem dictates that settings must be tuned conservatively: medium textures and no supersampling. The 128-bit bus width is narrow, but the GDDR5 type helps mitigate the bandwidth deficit compared to older DDR3 solutions. The effective 5 Gbps data rate is respectable for the era, but the overall bandwidth of 80.19 GB/s is the hard ceiling for data transfer, and it is the key factor that prevents the card from competing in higher resolution segments. The memory subsystem, therefore, defines the card’s suitability: it is a 1080p performer that must be managed carefully to avoid VRAM overflow and bandwidth saturation.