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GeForce GT 130
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GeForce 7900 GTX
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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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The GeForce GT 130 is positioned at rank 267 and the GeForce 7900 GTX is on rank 711, so the GeForce GT 130 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GeForce GT 130
Performance Per Dollar GeForce 7900 GTX
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The GeForce GT 130 is significantly newer (2017 vs 2008). The GeForce GT 130 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce 7900 GTX lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce 7900 GTX is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.8% higher G3D Mark score. However, the GeForce GT 130 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | GeForce GT 130 | GeForce 7900 GTX |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.8%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.8%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Pascal (2016−2021)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / G9x (2007−2010)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+200%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce GT 130 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GT 130 holds the technical lead. Priced at $20 (vs $40), it costs 50% less, resulting in a 96.4% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce GT 130 | GeForce 7900 GTX |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+96.4%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($20) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($40) |
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 130 and GeForce 7900 GTX
GeForce GT 130
The GeForce GT 130 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: 381 points. Launch price was $79.
GeForce 7900 GTX
The GeForce 7900 GTX is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in July 15 2008. It features the G9x architecture. The core clock speed is 500 MHz. It has 224 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 65 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 388 points.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce GT 130 scores 381 and the GeForce 7900 GTX reaches 388 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.8% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GT 130 is built on Pascal while the GeForce 7900 GTX uses G9x, both on 14 nm vs 65 nm. Shader units: 384 (GeForce GT 130) vs 224 (GeForce 7900 GTX).
| Feature | GeForce GT 130 | GeForce 7900 GTX |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 381 | 388+2% |
| Architecture | Pascal | G9x |
| Process Node | 14 nm | 65 nm |
| Shading Units | 384+71% | 224 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GT 130 | GeForce 7900 GTX |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 2.1 (Compatible) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | FSR 3 (Compatible) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce GT 130 comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce 7900 GTX has 512 MB. The GeForce GT 130 offers 200% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit.
| Feature | GeForce GT 130 | GeForce 7900 GTX |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 1.5 GB+200% | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | Unknown |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 10.0 (GeForce GT 130) vs 9.0c (GeForce 7900 GTX). Vulkan: None vs N/A. OpenGL: 3.3 vs 2.1. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 2.
| Feature | GeForce GT 130 | GeForce 7900 GTX |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 10.0+11% | 9.0c |
| Vulkan | None | N/A |
| OpenGL | 3.3+57% | 2.1 |
| Max Displays | 2 | 2 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: No (GeForce GT 130) vs None (GeForce 7900 GTX). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP3 vs PureVideo VP1. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1 (GeForce GT 130) vs MPEG-2,WMV9,H.264 (GeForce 7900 GTX).
| Feature | GeForce GT 130 | GeForce 7900 GTX |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | No | None |
| Decoder | PureVideo HD VP3 | PureVideo VP1 |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1 | MPEG-2,WMV9,H.264 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GT 130 draws 30W versus the GeForce 7900 GTX's 150W — a 133.3% difference. The GeForce GT 130 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GT 130) vs 350W (GeForce 7900 GTX). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 229mm vs 229mm, occupying 1 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 75°C vs 80.
| Feature | GeForce GT 130 | GeForce 7900 GTX |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 30W-80% | 150W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | 1x 6-pin | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 229mm | 229mm |
| Height | 111mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 1-50% | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 75°C-6% | 80 |
| Perf/Watt | 12.7+388% | 2.6 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GT 130 launched at $100 MSRP and currently averages $20, while the GeForce 7900 GTX launched at $499 and now averages $40. The GeForce GT 130 costs 50% less ($20 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 19.1 (GeForce GT 130) vs 9.7 (GeForce 7900 GTX) — the GeForce GT 130 offers 96.9% better value. The GeForce GT 130 is the newer GPU (2017 vs 2008).
| Feature | GeForce GT 130 | GeForce 7900 GTX |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $100-80% | $499 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $20-50% | $40 |
| Performance per Dollar | 19.1+97% | 9.7 |
| Codename | GP108 | NB9E-GTX |
| Release | May 17 2017 | July 15 2008 |
| Ranking | #641 | #825 |
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