GeForce GT 730 vs FirePro W2100
GeForce GT 730
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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 730 is positioned at rank 139 and the FirePro W2100 is on rank 190, so the GeForce GT 730 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 730
Performance Per Dollar FirePro W2100
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The FirePro W2100 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 3.3% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GT 730.
| Insight | GeForce GT 730 | FirePro W2100 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-3.3%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+3.3%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Kepler (2012−2018)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The FirePro W2100 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the FirePro W2100 holds the technical lead. Priced at $30 (vs $45), it costs 33% less, resulting in a 54.9% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce GT 730 | FirePro W2100 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+54.9%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($45) | ✅More affordable ($30) |
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 730 and FirePro W2100
GeForce GT 730
The GeForce GT 730 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: 824 points. Launch price was $89.
FirePro W2100
The FirePro W2100 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in August 12 2014. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 630 MHz to 680 MHz. It has 320 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 26W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 851 points.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce GT 730 scores 824 and the FirePro W2100 reaches 851 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 3.3% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GT 730 is built on Kepler while the FirePro W2100 uses GCN 1.0, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 384 (GeForce GT 730) vs 320 (FirePro W2100). Raw compute: 0.7626 TFLOPS (GeForce GT 730) vs 0.4352 TFLOPS (FirePro W2100).
| Feature | GeForce GT 730 | FirePro W2100 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 824 | 851+3% |
| Architecture | Kepler | GCN 1.0 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 384+20% | 320 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 0.7626 TFLOPS+75% | 0.4352 TFLOPS |
| ROPs | 16+100% | 8 |
| TMUs | 32+60% | 20 |
| L1 Cache | 32 KB | 80 KB+150% |
| L2 Cache | 256 KB | 256 KB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GT 730 | FirePro W2100 |
|---|---|---|
| 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.
| Feature | GeForce GT 730 | FirePro W2100 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | 2 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 256 KB | 256 KB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 (GeForce GT 730) vs 12 (FirePro W2100). Vulkan: 1.2 vs 1.2. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 2.
| Feature | GeForce GT 730 | FirePro W2100 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 | 12 |
| Vulkan | 1.2 | 1.2 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 3+50% | 2 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: None (GeForce GT 730) vs VCE 1.0 (FirePro W2100). Decoder: NVDEC 1st gen vs UVD 4.0. Supported codecs: H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1 (GeForce GT 730) vs H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 Part 2,MVC (FirePro W2100).
| Feature | GeForce GT 730 | FirePro W2100 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | None | VCE 1.0 |
| Decoder | NVDEC 1st gen | UVD 4.0 |
| Codecs | H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1 | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 Part 2,MVC |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GT 730 draws 64W versus the FirePro W2100's 26W — a 84.4% difference. The FirePro W2100 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GT 730) vs 350W (FirePro W2100). Power connectors: None vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 145mm vs 168mm, occupying 1 vs 1 slots. Typical load temperature: 75°C vs 65°C.
| Feature | GeForce GT 730 | FirePro W2100 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 64W | 26W-59% |
| Recommended PSU | 300W-14% | 350W |
| Power Connector | None | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 145mm | 168mm |
| Height | 69mm | 69mm |
| Slots | 1 | 1 |
| Temp (Load) | 75°C | 65°C-13% |
| Perf/Watt | 12.9 | 32.7+153% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GT 730 launched at $89 MSRP and currently averages $45, while the FirePro W2100 launched at $139 and now averages $30. The FirePro W2100 costs 33.3% less ($15 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 18.3 (GeForce GT 730) vs 28.4 (FirePro W2100) — the FirePro W2100 offers 55.2% better value.
| Feature | GeForce GT 730 | FirePro W2100 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $89-36% | $139 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $45 | $30-33% |
| Performance per Dollar | 18.3 | 28.4+55% |
| Codename | GK107 | Oland |
| Release | May 29 2014 | August 12 2014 |
| Ranking | #777 | #910 |
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