GeForce GT 720 vs GRID K1
GeForce GT 720
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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 720 is positioned at rank 102 and the GRID K1 is on rank 410, so the GeForce GT 720 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 720
Performance Per Dollar GRID K1
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce GT 720 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.2% higher G3D Mark score and 300% more VRAM (2 GB vs 512 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GRID K1.
| Insight | GeForce GT 720 | GRID K1 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.2%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.2%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Kepler (2012−2018)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+300%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | Standard Size (267mm) |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce GT 720 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GT 720 holds the technical lead. Priced at $49 (vs $120), it costs 59% less, resulting in a 147.9% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce GT 720 | GRID K1 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+147.9%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($49) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($120) |
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 720 and GRID K1
GeForce GT 720
The GeForce GT 720 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: 659 points. Launch price was $89.
GRID K1
The GRID K1 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 11 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 745 MHz. It has 1536 ×2 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 225W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 651 points. Launch price was $5,199.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce GT 720 scores 659 and the GRID K1 reaches 651 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GT 720 is built on Kepler while the GRID K1 uses Kepler, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 384 (GeForce GT 720) vs 1,536 (GRID K1). Raw compute: 0.7626 TFLOPS (GeForce GT 720) vs 2.289 TFLOPS ×2 (GRID K1).
| Feature | GeForce GT 720 | GRID K1 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 659+1% | 651 |
| Architecture | Kepler | Kepler |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 384 | 1536 ×2+300% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 0.7626 TFLOPS | 2.289 TFLOPS ×2+200% |
| ROPs | 16 | 32 ×2+100% |
| TMUs | 32 | 128 ×2+300% |
| L1 Cache | 32 KB | 128 KB+300% |
| L2 Cache | 256 KB | 512 KB+100% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GT 720 | GRID K1 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 720 comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the GRID K1 has 512 MB. The GeForce GT 720 offers 300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 256 KB (GeForce GT 720) vs 512 KB (GRID K1) — the GRID K1 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce GT 720 | GRID K1 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB+300% | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 256 KB | 512 KB+100% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 11.0 (GeForce GT 720) vs 12_0 (GRID K1). Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 0.
| Feature | GeForce GT 720 | GRID K1 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 11.0 | 12_0+9% |
| Max Displays | 3 | 0 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GT 720 draws 64W versus the GRID K1's 225W — a 111.4% difference. The GeForce GT 720 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 250W (GeForce GT 720) vs 350W (GRID K1). Power connectors: None vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 145mm vs 267mm, occupying 1 vs 2 slots.
| Feature | GeForce GT 720 | GRID K1 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 64W-72% | 225W |
| Recommended PSU | 250W-29% | 350W |
| Power Connector | None | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 145mm | 267mm |
| Height | 69mm | — |
| Slots | 1-50% | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 55°C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 10.3+255% | 2.9 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GT 720 launched at $49 MSRP and currently averages $49, while the GRID K1 launched at $4140 and now averages $120. The GeForce GT 720 costs 59.2% less ($71 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 13.4 (GeForce GT 720) vs 5.4 (GRID K1) — the GeForce GT 720 offers 148.1% better value. The GeForce GT 720 is the newer GPU (2014 vs 2013).
| Feature | GeForce GT 720 | GRID K1 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $49-99% | $4140 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $49-59% | $120 |
| Performance per Dollar | 13.4+148% | 5.4 |
| Codename | GK107 | GK104 |
| Release | May 29 2014 | May 11 2013 |
| Ranking | #777 | #611 |
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