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GeForce GT 1030
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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.
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Performance Per Dollar
Performance Per Dollar Moore Threads MTT S80
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The GeForce GT 1030 is significantly newer (2017 vs 0). The GeForce GT 1030 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Moore Threads MTT S80 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Moore Threads MTT S80 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 4.4% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GT 1030.
| Insight | GeForce GT 1030 | Moore Threads MTT S80 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-4.4%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+4.4%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Pascal (2016−2021)) | MUSA (12nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | Standard Size (285mm) |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce GT 1030 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $95 versus $170 for the Moore Threads MTT S80, it costs 44% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 71.4% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce GT 1030 | Moore Threads MTT S80 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+71.4%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($95) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($170) |
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 GeForce GT 1030 and Moore Threads MTT S80
GeForce GT 1030
The GeForce GT 1030 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 17 2017. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1228 MHz to 1468 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 30W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,407 points. Launch price was $79.
Moore Threads MTT S80
The Moore Threads MTT S80 is manufactured by an unknown manufacturer. It was released in sem dados. It features the MUSA architecture. The core clock speed is 1800 MHz. It has 4096 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 255W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,513 points.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce GT 1030 scores 2,407 and the Moore Threads MTT S80 reaches 2,513 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 4.4% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GT 1030 is built on Pascal while the Moore Threads MTT S80 uses MUSA, both on 14 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 384 (GeForce GT 1030) vs 4,096 (Moore Threads MTT S80). Raw compute: 1.127 TFLOPS (GeForce GT 1030) vs 14.75 TFLOPS (Moore Threads MTT S80).
| Feature | GeForce GT 1030 | Moore Threads MTT S80 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 2,407 | 2,513+4% |
| Architecture | Pascal | MUSA |
| Process Node | 14 nm | 12 nm |
| Shading Units | 384 | 4096+967% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 1.127 TFLOPS | 14.75 TFLOPS+1209% |
| ROPs | 16 | 256+1500% |
| TMUs | 24 | 256+967% |
| L2 Cache | 0.5 MB | 4 MB+700% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GT 1030 | Moore Threads MTT S80 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 64-bit. L2 Cache: 0.5 MB (GeForce GT 1030) vs 4 MB (Moore Threads MTT S80) — the Moore Threads MTT S80 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce GT 1030 | Moore Threads MTT S80 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | 2 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 0.5 MB | 4 MB+700% |
Display & API Support
Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 4.
| Feature | GeForce GT 1030 | Moore Threads MTT S80 |
|---|---|---|
| Max Displays | 2 | 4+100% |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: None (GeForce GT 1030) vs MUSA Gen2 (Moore Threads MTT S80). Decoder: NVDEC 4th gen vs MUSA Gen2. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP9 (GeForce GT 1030) vs H.264,H.265,AV1,VP9 (Moore Threads MTT S80).
| Feature | GeForce GT 1030 | Moore Threads MTT S80 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | None | MUSA Gen2 |
| Decoder | NVDEC 4th gen | MUSA Gen2 |
| Codecs | H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP9 | H.264,H.265,AV1,VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GT 1030 draws 30W versus the Moore Threads MTT S80's 255W — a 157.9% difference. The GeForce GT 1030 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GT 1030) vs 550W (Moore Threads MTT S80). Power connectors: None vs 1x 8-pin. Card length: 145mm vs 285mm, occupying 1 vs 2 slots.
| Feature | GeForce GT 1030 | Moore Threads MTT S80 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 30W-88% | 255W |
| Recommended PSU | 300W-45% | 550W |
| Power Connector | None | 1x 8-pin |
| Length | 145mm | 285mm |
| Height | 69mm | 112mm |
| Slots | 1-50% | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 80°C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 80.2+710% | 9.9 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GT 1030 launched at $79 MSRP and currently averages $95, while the Moore Threads MTT S80 launched at $260 and now averages $170. The GeForce GT 1030 costs 44.1% less ($75 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 25.3 (GeForce GT 1030) vs 14.8 (Moore Threads MTT S80) — the GeForce GT 1030 offers 70.9% better value.
| Feature | GeForce GT 1030 | Moore Threads MTT S80 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $79-70% | $260 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $95-44% | $170 |
| Performance per Dollar | 25.3+71% | 14.8 |
| Codename | GP108 | Chunxiao |
| Release | May 17 2017 | sem dados |
| Ranking | #641 | #635 |
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