GeForce GT 730M vs GRID M10-0Q

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 730M is positioned at rank 203 and the GRID M10-0Q is on rank 389, so the GeForce GT 730M 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 730M

#193

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

404%

#195

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

366%

#196

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

365%

#200

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

332%

#201

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

330%

#203

GeForce GT 730M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $45

100%

#206

Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

97%

#208

Radeon RX Vega M GL

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

97%

#212

GeForce GTX 780M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $60

95%

#216

Radeon 8040S

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

91%

#217

Radeon R7 +8G

MSRP: $49|Avg: $20

90%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar GRID M10-0Q

#374

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

36932%

#389

GRID M10-0Q

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $150

100%

#390

Quadro FX 560

MSRP: $299|Avg: $15

95%

#391

GRID V100-2Q

MSRP: $10000|Avg: $2000

95%

#392

Quadro FX 5800

MSRP: $3499|Avg: $40

87%

#393

RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q

MSRP: $8565|Avg: $8565

80%

#394

FireStream 9170

MSRP: $1999|Avg: $20

80%

#395

Quadro FX 1700

MSRP: $699|Avg: $500

77%

#396

GRID P40-6Q

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150

75%

#397

Quadro FX 540

MSRP: $299|Avg: $15

68%

#398

Tesla M2070-Q

MSRP: $5489|Avg: $50

60%

#399

Quadro FX 1500

MSRP: $699|Avg: $30

60%

#400

Quadro 7000

MSRP: $14499|Avg: $300

60%

#401

Quadro FX 4700 X2

MSRP: $2999|Avg: $15

57%

#402

Quadro FX 3700

MSRP: $1599|Avg: $500

57%

#403

GRID M10-0B

MSRP: $4000|Avg: $1000

55%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GT 730M is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.4% 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 M10-0Q.

Insight	GeForce GT 730M	GRID M10-0Q
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+1.4%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.4%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Maxwell (2014−2017))
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

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GT 730M offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GT 730M holds the technical lead. Priced at $45 (vs $150), it costs 70% less, resulting in a 237.9% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce GT 730M	GRID M10-0Q
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+237.9%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($45)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($150)

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 730M Benchmark Check

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GT 730M and GRID M10-0Q

GeForce GT 730M

The GeForce GT 730M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 9 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 941 MHz to 967 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 807 points.

GRID M10-0Q

The GRID M10-0Q is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 18 2016. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 1033 MHz to 1306 MHz. It has 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 225W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 796 points.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce GT 730M scores 807 and the GRID M10-0Q reaches 796 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.4% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GT 730M is built on Kepler while the GRID M10-0Q uses Maxwell, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 384 (GeForce GT 730M) vs 640 (GRID M10-0Q). Raw compute: 0.7427 TFLOPS (GeForce GT 730M) vs 1.672 TFLOPS (GRID M10-0Q). Boost clocks: 967 MHz vs 1306 MHz.

Feature	GeForce GT 730M	GRID M10-0Q
G3D Mark Score	807+1%	796
Architecture	Kepler	Maxwell
Process Node	28 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	384	640+67%
Compute (TFLOPS)	0.7427 TFLOPS	1.672 TFLOPS+125%
Boost Clock	967 MHz	1306 MHz+35%
ROPs	16	16
TMUs	32	40+25%
L1 Cache	32 KB	320 KB+900%
L2 Cache	0.25 MB	2 MB+700%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GT 730M	GRID M10-0Q
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce GT 730M comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the GRID M10-0Q has 512 MB. The GeForce GT 730M offers 300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 0.25 MB (GeForce GT 730M) vs 2 MB (GRID M10-0Q) — the GRID M10-0Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce GT 730M	GRID M10-0Q
VRAM Capacity	2 GB+300%	0.5 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	64-bit
L2 Cache	0.25 MB	2 MB+700%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 11.0 (GeForce GT 730M) vs 12_1 (GRID M10-0Q). Maximum simultaneous displays: 1 vs 0.

Feature	GeForce GT 730M	GRID M10-0Q
DirectX	11.0	12_1+9%
Max Displays	1	0

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GT 730M draws 50W versus the GRID M10-0Q's 225W — a 127.3% difference. The GeForce GT 730M is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GT 730M) vs 350W (GRID M10-0Q). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 0mm vs 1mm, occupying 0 vs 0 slots.

Feature	GeForce GT 730M	GRID M10-0Q
TDP	50W-78%	225W
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	PCIe-powered
Length	0mm	1mm
Height	0mm	—
Slots	0	0
Temp (Load)	75°C	—
Perf/Watt	16.1+360%	3.5

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GT 730M costs 70% less ($105 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 17.9 (GeForce GT 730M) vs 5.3 (GRID M10-0Q) — the GeForce GT 730M offers 237.7% better value. The GRID M10-0Q is the newer GPU (2016 vs 2013).