GeForce GT 730M
VS
UHD Graphics Xe 16EUs (Tiger Lake-H)

GeForce GT 730M vs UHD Graphics Xe 16EUs (Tiger Lake-H)

NVIDIA

GeForce GT 730M

2013Core: 941 MHzBoost: 967 MHz
VS
Intel

UHD Graphics Xe 16EUs (Tiger Lake-H)

2021Core: 350 MHzBoost: 1450 MHz

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. The GeForce GT 730M is positioned at rank #203 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

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
366%
#196
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

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The UHD Graphics Xe 16EUs (Tiger Lake-H) is significantly newer (2021 vs 2013). The UHD Graphics Xe 16EUs (Tiger Lake-H) likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GT 730M lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GT 730M is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.9% higher G3D Mark score and 100+% more VRAM (2 GB vs 0 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the UHD Graphics Xe 16EUs (Tiger Lake-H).

InsightGeForce GT 730MUHD Graphics Xe 16EUs (Tiger Lake-H)
Performance
Leading raw performance (+0.9%)
Lower raw frame rates (-0.9%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018))
Gen. 12 (2021−2023) (10nm)
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM
✅ More VRAM (+100+%)
❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency
⚡ Higher Power Consumption
💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit

💎 Value Proposition

While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce GT 730M remains the clear technical winner. Check real-time availability to determine if the performance gap justifies the market price.

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 730M and UHD Graphics Xe 16EUs (Tiger Lake-H)

NVIDIA

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.

Intel

UHD Graphics Xe 16EUs (Tiger Lake-H)

The UHD Graphics Xe 16EUs (Tiger Lake-H) is manufactured by Intel. It was released in March 30 2021. It features the Gen. 12 architecture. The core clock ranges from 350 MHz to 1450 MHz. It has 16 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 10 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 800 points.

Graphics Performance

The GeForce GT 730M scores 807 and the UHD Graphics Xe 16EUs (Tiger Lake-H) reaches 800 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.9% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GT 730M is built on Kepler while the UHD Graphics Xe 16EUs (Tiger Lake-H) uses Gen. 12, both on 28 nm vs 10 nm. Shader units: 384 (GeForce GT 730M) vs 16 (UHD Graphics Xe 16EUs (Tiger Lake-H)). Boost clocks: 967 MHz vs 1450 MHz.

FeatureGeForce GT 730MUHD Graphics Xe 16EUs (Tiger Lake-H)
G3D Mark Score
807
800
Architecture
Kepler
Gen. 12
Process Node
28 nm
10 nm
Shading Units
384+2300%
16
Boost Clock
967 MHz
1450 MHz+50%

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureGeForce GT 730MUHD Graphics Xe 16EUs (Tiger Lake-H)
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 UHD Graphics Xe 16EUs (Tiger Lake-H) has 0 MB. The GeForce GT 730M offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs System.

FeatureGeForce GT 730MUHD Graphics Xe 16EUs (Tiger Lake-H)
VRAM Capacity
2 GB
Shared System RAM
Memory Type
GDDR5
Shared
Memory Bandwidth
Unknown
System
Bus Width
64-bit
System
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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 11.0 (GeForce GT 730M) vs 12 (12_1) (UHD Graphics Xe 16EUs (Tiger Lake-H)). Vulkan: 1.1 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.2 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 1 vs 4.

FeatureGeForce GT 730MUHD Graphics Xe 16EUs (Tiger Lake-H)
DirectX
11.0
12 (12_1)+9%
Vulkan
1.1
1.3+18%
OpenGL
4.2
4.6+10%
Max Displays
1
4+300%
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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 1.0 (GeForce GT 730M) vs Quick Sync 8 (UHD Graphics Xe 16EUs (Tiger Lake-H)). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP5 vs Quick Sync 8. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1,MPEG-4 ASP (GeForce GT 730M) vs H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1 (UHD Graphics Xe 16EUs (Tiger Lake-H)).

FeatureGeForce GT 730MUHD Graphics Xe 16EUs (Tiger Lake-H)
Encoder
NVENC 1.0
Quick Sync 8
Decoder
PureVideo HD VP5
Quick Sync 8
Codecs
MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1,MPEG-4 ASP
H.264,H.265,VP9,AV1
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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GT 730M draws 50W versus the UHD Graphics Xe 16EUs (Tiger Lake-H)'s 15W — a 107.7% difference. The UHD Graphics Xe 16EUs (Tiger Lake-H) is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GT 730M) vs 1W (UHD Graphics Xe 16EUs (Tiger Lake-H)). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs Integrated. Typical load temperature: 75°C vs 85°C.

FeatureGeForce GT 730MUHD Graphics Xe 16EUs (Tiger Lake-H)
TDP
50W
15W-70%
Recommended PSU
350W
1W-100%
Power Connector
PCIe-powered
Integrated
Length
0mm
Height
0mm
Slots
0
0
Temp (Load)
75°C-12%
85°C
Perf/Watt
16.1
53.3+231%
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Value Analysis

The UHD Graphics Xe 16EUs (Tiger Lake-H) costs 100+% less ($45 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 17.9 (GeForce GT 730M) vs Infinity (UHD Graphics Xe 16EUs (Tiger Lake-H)) — the UHD Graphics Xe 16EUs (Tiger Lake-H) offers Infinity% better value. The UHD Graphics Xe 16EUs (Tiger Lake-H) is the newer GPU (2021 vs 2013).

FeatureGeForce GT 730MUHD Graphics Xe 16EUs (Tiger Lake-H)
MSRP
$0
Avg Price (30d)
$45
$0-100%
Performance per Dollar
17.9
Infinity
Codename
GK107
Tiger Lake Xe
Release
January 9 2013
March 30 2021
Ranking
#792
#917