GeForce GT 730A vs GeForce GTX 285M SLI

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 730A is positioned at rank 370 and the GeForce GTX 285M SLI is on rank 409, so the GeForce GT 730A offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar GeForce GT 730A

#360

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

1096%

#362

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

993%

#363

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

991%

#367

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

901%

#368

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

895%

#370

GeForce GT 730A

MSRP: $75|Avg: $20

100%

#372

Radeon R7 M270DX

MSRP: $100|Avg: $20

97%

#373

Radeon HD 7660G

MSRP: $50|Avg: $50

97%

#374

Radeon HD 6670/7670

MSRP: $99|Avg: $40

96%

#375

Radeon 620

MSRP: $100|Avg: $50

96%

#376

Radeon R5 435

MSRP: $80|Avg: $80

96%

#377

Radeon R9 M470X

MSRP: $350|Avg: $350

94%

#379

Radeon R9 M380

MSRP: $300|Avg: $300

93%

#380

Radeon HD 7640G

MSRP: $50|Avg: $50

92%

#384

Radeon R7 M465

MSRP: $120|Avg: $35

89%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar GeForce GTX 285M SLI

#399

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

1479%

#401

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

1341%

#402

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

1337%

#406

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

1216%

#407

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

1208%

#409

GeForce GTX 285M SLI

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $40

100%

#410

Radeon R7 M260X

MSRP: $139|Avg: $35

99%

#411

Radeon HD 8570D + HD 6570 Dual

MSRP: $120|Avg: $25

99%

#412

Intel UHD Graphics 615

MSRP: $100|Avg: $50

98%

#413

Radeon R7 A365

MSRP: $109|Avg: $55

98%

#414

Radeon 3015e

MSRP: $49|Avg: $49

98%

#415

Radeon HD 7620G

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

97%

#416

Radeon R9 M390X

MSRP: $550|Avg: $120

96%

#417

Arc 8-Core iGPU

MSRP: $503|Avg: $400

95%

#418

Mobility Radeon HD 4670

MSRP: $67|Avg: $20

94%

#419

Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8570 Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $15

94%

#420

Radeon R9 M385

MSRP: $300|Avg: $60

94%

#421

Radeon R5 235

MSRP: $49|Avg: $49

93%

#422

Radeon R9 M375X

MSRP: $250|Avg: $50

93%

#423

Radeon HD 6620G

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

93%

#424

Radeon R5 310

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

92%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GT 730A is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.2% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 285M SLI.

Insight	GeForce GT 730A	GeForce GTX 285M SLI
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+1.2%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.2%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Kepler (2012−2018))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2009 / G9x (2007−2010))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	—	—

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GT 730A offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GT 730A holds the technical lead. Priced at $20 (vs $40), it costs 50% less, resulting in a 102.5% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce GT 730A	GeForce GTX 285M SLI
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+102.5%)	❌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.

GeForce GT 730A Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 285M SLI Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GT 730A and GeForce GTX 285M SLI

GeForce GT 730A

The GeForce GT 730A is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 17 2014. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 628 MHz to 657 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 55W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 743 points.

GeForce GTX 285M SLI

The GeForce GTX 285M SLI is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 2 2009. It features the G9x architecture. The core clock speed is 576 MHz. It has 256 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 55 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 734 points.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce GT 730A scores 743 and the GeForce GTX 285M SLI reaches 734 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GT 730A is built on Kepler while the GeForce GTX 285M SLI uses G9x, both on 28 nm vs 55 nm. Shader units: 768 (GeForce GT 730A) vs 256 (GeForce GTX 285M SLI).

Feature	GeForce GT 730A	GeForce GTX 285M SLI
G3D Mark Score	743+1%	734
Architecture	Kepler	G9x
Process Node	28 nm	55 nm
Shading Units	768+200%	256

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GT 730A	GeForce GTX 285M 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

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Video Memory (VRAM)

Both cards feature 512 MB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit.

Feature	GeForce GT 730A	GeForce GTX 285M SLI
VRAM Capacity	0.5 GB	0.5 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	Unknown	Unknown
Bus Width	64-bit	64-bit

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (11_0) (GeForce GT 730A) vs 11.1 (10_0) (GeForce GTX 285M SLI). OpenGL: 4.5 vs 3.3. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 2.

Feature	GeForce GT 730A	GeForce GTX 285M SLI
DirectX	12 (11_0)+8%	11.1 (10_0)
OpenGL	4.5+36%	3.3
Max Displays	2	2

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: No NVENC (GeForce GT 730A) vs PureVideo HD VP2 (GeForce GTX 285M SLI). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP5 vs PureVideo HD VP2. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (GeForce GT 730A) vs H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (GeForce GTX 285M SLI).

Feature	GeForce GT 730A	GeForce GTX 285M SLI
Encoder	No NVENC	PureVideo HD VP2
Decoder	PureVideo HD VP5	PureVideo HD VP2
Codecs	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GT 730A draws 55W versus the GeForce GTX 285M SLI's 150W — a 92.7% difference. The GeForce GT 730A is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GT 730A) vs 350W (GeForce GTX 285M SLI). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered. Typical load temperature: 70°C vs 95°C.

Feature	GeForce GT 730A	GeForce GTX 285M SLI
TDP	55W-63%	150W
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	PCIe-powered
Slots	0	0
Temp (Load)	70°C-26%	95°C
Perf/Watt	13.5+176%	4.9

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GT 730A costs 50% less ($20 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 37.1 (GeForce GT 730A) vs 18.4 (GeForce GTX 285M SLI) — the GeForce GT 730A offers 101.6% better value. The GeForce GT 730A is the newer GPU (2014 vs 2009).