GeForce GT 630M vs GeForce GTS 240
GeForce GT 630M
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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 630M is positioned at rank 147 and the GeForce GTS 240 is on rank 192, so the GeForce GT 630M 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 630M
Performance Per Dollar GeForce GTS 240
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce GT 630M is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.2% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (2 GB vs 1 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTS 240.
| Insight | GeForce GT 630M | GeForce GTS 240 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.2%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.2%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / Kepler (2012−2018)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi (2010−2014)) |
| 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
The GeForce GT 630M offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GT 630M holds the technical lead. Priced at $35 (vs $40), it costs 13% less, resulting in a 15.6% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce GT 630M | GeForce GTS 240 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+15.6%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($35) | ⚠️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 630M and GeForce GTS 240
GeForce GT 630M
The GeForce GT 630M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 22 2012. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from Up to 900 MHz to 950 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 45W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 521 points.
GeForce GTS 240
The GeForce GTS 240 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in September 13 2010. It features the Fermi architecture. The core clock speed is 783 MHz. It has 192 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 106W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 515 points. Launch price was $129.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce GT 630M scores 521 and the GeForce GTS 240 reaches 515 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GT 630M is built on Kepler while the GeForce GTS 240 uses Fermi, both on 28 nm vs 40 nm. Shader units: 384 (GeForce GT 630M) vs 192 (GeForce GTS 240). Raw compute: 0.7296 TFLOPS (GeForce GT 630M) vs 0.6013 TFLOPS (GeForce GTS 240).
| Feature | GeForce GT 630M | GeForce GTS 240 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 521+1% | 515 |
| Architecture | Kepler | Fermi |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 40 nm |
| Shading Units | 384+100% | 192 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 0.7296 TFLOPS+21% | 0.6013 TFLOPS |
| ROPs | 16 | 16 |
| TMUs | 32 | 32 |
| L1 Cache | 32 KB | 256 KB+700% |
| L2 Cache | 256 KB | 256 KB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GT 630M | GeForce GTS 240 |
|---|---|---|
| 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)
The GeForce GT 630M comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTS 240 has 1 GB. The GeForce GT 630M offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | GeForce GT 630M | GeForce GTS 240 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB+100% | 1 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | Unknown |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 128-bit |
| L2 Cache | 256 KB | 256 KB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 11.0 (GeForce GT 630M) vs 11.1 (10_0) (GeForce GTS 240). OpenGL: 4.0 vs 3.2. Maximum simultaneous displays: 1 vs 2.
| Feature | GeForce GT 630M | GeForce GTS 240 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 11.0 | 11.1 (10_0) |
| OpenGL | 4.0+25% | 3.2 |
| Max Displays | 1 | 2+100% |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: No (GeForce GT 630M) vs PureVideo HD VP2 (GeForce GTS 240). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP4 vs PureVideo HD VP2. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1,MPEG-4 ASP (GeForce GT 630M) vs H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (GeForce GTS 240).
| Feature | GeForce GT 630M | GeForce GTS 240 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 630M draws 45W versus the GeForce GTS 240's 106W — a 80.8% difference. The GeForce GT 630M is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GT 630M) vs 350W (GeForce GTS 240). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 1x 6-pin. Card length: 0mm vs 229mm, occupying 0 vs 1 slots. Typical load temperature: 75°C vs 85°C.
| Feature | GeForce GT 630M | GeForce GTS 240 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 45W-58% | 106W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | 1x 6-pin |
| Length | 0mm | 229mm |
| Height | 0mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 0-100% | 1 |
| Temp (Load) | 75°C-12% | 85°C |
| Perf/Watt | 11.6+137% | 4.9 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GT 630M costs 12.5% less ($5 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 14.9 (GeForce GT 630M) vs 12.9 (GeForce GTS 240) — the GeForce GT 630M offers 15.5% better value. The GeForce GT 630M is the newer GPU (2012 vs 2010).
| Feature | GeForce GT 630M | GeForce GTS 240 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | — | $80 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $35-13% | $40 |
| Performance per Dollar | 14.9+16% | 12.9 |
| Codename | GK107 | GF106 |
| Release | March 22 2012 | September 13 2010 |
| Ranking | #828 | #791 |
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