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GeForce 7300 GT
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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. The GeForce 7300 GT is positioned at rank #326 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 7300 GT
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 4070
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 4070 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 21608.9% higher G3D Mark score and 4700% more VRAM (12 GB vs 256 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce 7300 GT.
| Insight | GeForce 7300 GT | GeForce RTX 4070 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-21608.9%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+21608.9%) |
| Longevity | Ampere (2020−2025) (8nm) | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) / 5nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | 🎮 High Capacity (12 GB) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | Standard Size (304mm) |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 4070 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $550 (vs $20), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 689.4% better value per dollar than the GeForce 7300 GT.
| Insight | GeForce 7300 GT | GeForce RTX 4070 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+689.4%) |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($20) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($550) |
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.
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Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of GeForce 7300 GT and GeForce RTX 4070
GeForce 7300 GT
The GeForce 7300 GT is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 27 2022. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1560 MHz to 1860 MHz. It has 10752 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 450W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 84 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 124 points. Launch price was $1,999.
GeForce RTX 4070
The GeForce RTX 4070 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in April 12 2023. It features the Ada Lovelace architecture. The core clock ranges from 1920 MHz to 2475 MHz. It has 5888 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 200W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 46 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 26,919 points. Launch price was $599.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce 7300 GT scores 124 versus the GeForce RTX 4070's 26,919 — the GeForce RTX 4070 leads by 21608.9%. The GeForce 7300 GT is built on Ampere while the GeForce RTX 4070 uses Ada Lovelace, both on 8 nm vs 5 nm. Shader units: 10,752 (GeForce 7300 GT) vs 5,888 (GeForce RTX 4070). Raw compute: 40 TFLOPS (GeForce 7300 GT) vs 29.15 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4070). Boost clocks: 1860 MHz vs 2475 MHz. Ray tracing: 84 RT cores (GeForce 7300 GT) vs 46 (GeForce RTX 4070) with 336 Tensor cores vs 184.
| Feature | GeForce 7300 GT | GeForce RTX 4070 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 124 | 26,919+21609% |
| Architecture | Ampere | Ada Lovelace |
| Process Node | 8 nm | 5 nm |
| Shading Units | 10752+83% | 5888 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 40 TFLOPS+37% | 29.15 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 1860 MHz | 2475 MHz+33% |
| ROPs | 112+75% | 64 |
| TMUs | 336+83% | 184 |
| L1 Cache | 10.5 MB+81% | 5.8 MB |
| L2 Cache | 6 MB | 36 MB+500% |
| Ray Tracing Cores | 84+83% | 46 |
| Tensor Cores | 336+83% | 184 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
A critical advantage for the GeForce RTX 4070 is support for DLSS 3 Frame Gen. This allows it to generate entire frames using AI/Algorithms, essentially doubling the frame rate in CPU-bound scenarios or heavy ray-tracing titles. The GeForce 7300 GT lacks specific hardware/driver support for this native frame generation tier.
| Feature | GeForce 7300 GT | GeForce RTX 4070 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | DLSS 3.5 |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | DLSS 3.0 (Native) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | Yes (DLSS 3.5) |
| Low Latency | Standard | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce 7300 GT comes with 256 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce RTX 4070 has 12 GB. The GeForce RTX 4070 offers 4700% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 6 MB (GeForce 7300 GT) vs 36 MB (GeForce RTX 4070) — the GeForce RTX 4070 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce 7300 GT | GeForce RTX 4070 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.25 GB | 12 GB+4700% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR6X |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | 504 GB/s |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 192-bit+50% |
| L2 Cache | 6 MB | 36 MB+500% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 9.0c (GeForce 7300 GT) vs 12.2 (GeForce RTX 4070). Vulkan: N/A vs 1.3. OpenGL: 2.1 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce 7300 GT | GeForce RTX 4070 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 9.0c | 12.2+36% |
| Vulkan | N/A | 1.3 |
| OpenGL | 2.1 | 4.6+119% |
| Max Displays | 2 | 4+100% |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: None (GeForce 7300 GT) vs 8th Gen NVENC (2x) (GeForce RTX 4070). Decoder: PureVideo vs 5th Gen NVDEC. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,WMV,H.264 (GeForce 7300 GT) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (GeForce RTX 4070).
| Feature | GeForce 7300 GT | GeForce RTX 4070 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | None | 8th Gen NVENC (2x) |
| Decoder | PureVideo | 5th Gen NVDEC |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,WMV,H.264 | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce 7300 GT draws 450W versus the GeForce RTX 4070's 200W — a 76.9% difference. The GeForce RTX 4070 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce 7300 GT) vs 650W (GeForce RTX 4070). Power connectors: Legacy vs 8-pin. Card length: 170mm vs 304mm, occupying 1 vs 3 slots. Typical load temperature: 75 vs 80°C.
| Feature | GeForce 7300 GT | GeForce RTX 4070 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 450W | 200W-56% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W-46% | 650W |
| Power Connector | Legacy | 8-pin |
| Length | 170mm | 304mm |
| Height | 111mm | 137mm |
| Slots | 1-67% | 3 |
| Temp (Load) | 75-6% | 80°C |
| Perf/Watt | 0.3 | 134.6+44767% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce 7300 GT launched at $89 MSRP and currently averages $20, while the GeForce RTX 4070 launched at $599 and now averages $550. The GeForce 7300 GT costs 96.4% less ($530 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 6.2 (GeForce 7300 GT) vs 48.9 (GeForce RTX 4070) — the GeForce RTX 4070 offers 688.7% better value. The GeForce RTX 4070 is the newer GPU (2023 vs 2022).
| Feature | GeForce 7300 GT | GeForce RTX 4070 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $89-85% | $599 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $20-96% | $550 |
| Performance per Dollar | 6.2 | 48.9+689% |
| Codename | GA102 | AD104 |
| Release | January 27 2022 | April 12 2023 |
| Ranking | #19 | #32 |
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