GeForce GT 430 vs GeForce GTX 260M SLI
GeForce GT 430
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Performance Spectrum - GPU
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 430 is positioned at rank 161 and the GeForce GTX 260M SLI is on rank 343, so the GeForce GT 430 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 430
Performance Per Dollar GeForce GTX 260M SLI
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce GT 430 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.6% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (1 GB vs 512 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 260M SLI.
| Insight | GeForce GT 430 | GeForce GTX 260M SLI |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+2.6%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.6%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Kepler (2012−2018)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2009 / G9x (2007−2010)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+100%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | — |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce GT 430 remains the clear technical winner. Check real-time availability to determine if the performance gap justifies the market price.
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 430 and GeForce GTX 260M SLI
GeForce GT 430
The GeForce GT 430 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 29 2014. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 993 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 64W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 603 points. Launch price was $89.
GeForce GTX 260M SLI
The GeForce GTX 260M SLI is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 2 2009. It features the G9x architecture. The core clock speed is 550 MHz. It has 224 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 55 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 588 points.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce GT 430 scores 603 and the GeForce GTX 260M SLI reaches 588 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.6% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GT 430 is built on Kepler while the GeForce GTX 260M SLI uses G9x, both on 28 nm vs 55 nm. Shader units: 384 (GeForce GT 430) vs 224 (GeForce GTX 260M SLI).
| Feature | GeForce GT 430 | GeForce GTX 260M SLI |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 603+3% | 588 |
| Architecture | Kepler | G9x |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 55 nm |
| Shading Units | 384+71% | 224 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GT 430 | GeForce GTX 260M SLI |
|---|---|---|
| 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 430 comes with 1 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 260M SLI has 512 MB. The GeForce GT 430 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit.
| Feature | GeForce GT 430 | GeForce GTX 260M SLI |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 1 GB+100% | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | Unknown |
| Bus Width | 128-bit+100% | 64-bit |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 11.0 (GeForce GT 430) vs 11.1 (10_0) (GeForce GTX 260M SLI). OpenGL: 4.0 vs 3.3. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 2.
| Feature | GeForce GT 430 | GeForce GTX 260M SLI |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 11.0 | 11.1 (10_0) |
| OpenGL | 4.0+21% | 3.3 |
| Max Displays | 3+50% | 2 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: No (GeForce GT 430) vs PureVideo HD VP2 (GeForce GTX 260M SLI). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP4 vs PureVideo HD VP2. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1,MPEG-4 ASP (GeForce GT 430) vs H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (GeForce GTX 260M SLI).
| Feature | GeForce GT 430 | GeForce GTX 260M SLI |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | No | PureVideo HD VP2 |
| Decoder | PureVideo HD VP4 | PureVideo HD VP2 |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1,MPEG-4 ASP | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GT 430 draws 64W versus the GeForce GTX 260M SLI's 150W — a 80.4% difference. The GeForce GT 430 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GT 430) vs 350W (GeForce GTX 260M SLI). Power connectors: None vs PCIe-powered. Typical load temperature: 70°C vs 90°C.
| Feature | GeForce GT 430 | GeForce GTX 260M SLI |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 64W-57% | 150W |
| Recommended PSU | 300W-14% | 350W |
| Power Connector | None | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 145mm | — |
| Height | 111mm | — |
| Slots | 1 | 0-100% |
| Temp (Load) | 70°C-22% | 90°C |
| Perf/Watt | 9.4+141% | 3.9 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GT 430 is the newer GPU (2014 vs 2009).
| Feature | GeForce GT 430 | GeForce GTX 260M SLI |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $79 | — |
| Avg Price (30d) | $40 | — |
| Codename | GK107 | NB9E-GTX |
| Release | May 29 2014 | March 2 2009 |
| Ranking | #777 | #806 |
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