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.

Overview

The GeForce GT 1030 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 17 2017. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1228 MHz to 1468 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 30W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,407 points. Launch price was $79.

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Performance Per Dollar

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FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for GeForce GT 1030 across popular games. Tested paired with Ryzen 7 7800X3D to isolate GPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of GeForce GT 1030 specifications and capabilities.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce GT 1030 scores 2,407 in the G3D Mark benchmark (the standard measure of rasterization GPU performance), placing it in the Entry Level tier as a Legacy generation graphics card. It is built on the Pascal (2016−2021) architecture (codename: GP108), manufactured on a 14 nm process— smaller process nodes improve power efficiency and transistor density. It packs 384 shader units (the primary compute units for rendering pixels), 24 TMUs (texture mapping units), and 16 ROPs (render output units that handle final pixel output). Raw FP32 compute power: 1.127 TFLOPS — this measures the theoretical peak floating-point performance. Boost clock reaches 1468 MHz from a base of 1228 MHz.

Specification	GeForce GT 1030
G3D MarkPassMark 3D graphics benchmark score	2,407
ArchitectureGPU microarchitecture generation	Pascal (2016−2021)
CodenameInternal GPU die codename	GP108
Manufacturing ProcessFabrication node — smaller = more efficient	14 nm
Shader UnitsCore compute units for rendering/compute	384
TMUsTexture Mapping Units — handle texture sampling	24
ROPsRender Output Units — final pixel/color blending	16
Boost ClockMaximum GPU frequency under load	1468 MHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum GPU frequency	1228 MHz
Compute (FP32)Peak single-precision floating-point performance	1.127 TFLOPS
Texture Fill RateTextures processed per second	35.23 GTexel/s
PCIe InterfaceCPU↔GPU data link generation	PCIe 3.0 x16
Transistor Count	1,800 million
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking	#641

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce GT 1030 is equipped with 2 GB of GDDR5 video memory connected via a 64-bit memory bus, delivering Unknown of bandwidth. Memory operates at 8 Gbps effective speed.

Specification	GeForce GT 1030
VRAM SizeVideo memory capacity — more = better for high-res textures	2 GB
VRAM TypeMemory technology generation	GDDR5
Memory BusWidth of data path — wider = more bandwidth	64-bit
Memory SpeedEffective memory data rate	8 Gbps
BandwidthMaximum data throughput between GPU and VRAM	Unknown
L1 Cache	144 kB
L2 Cache	512 kB

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Advanced Features & APIs

Graphics API support: DirectX 12, Vulkan 1.2, OpenGL 4.5— latest API versions enable the most advanced rendering features like ray tracing and mesh shaders.

Specification	GeForce GT 1030
NVIDIA Reflex	❌ Not Supported
DLSS Frame Generation	❌ Not Supported
DLSS Super Resolution	❌ Not Supported
DirectXMicrosoft graphics API version	12
VulkanCross-platform graphics API	1.2
OpenGLLegacy graphics API	4.5
Compute APIGPGPU framework (CUDA/ROCm/OpenCL)	CUDA 6.1

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Display & Media

Display outputs: 1x DVI-D, 1x HDMI 2.0b — supports up to 2 simultaneous displays. Hardware encoder: None, decoder: NVDEC 4th gen— dedicated hardware for video encoding/decoding accelerates streaming, recording, and video playback. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP9.

Specification	GeForce GT 1030
DVI-D PortsNumber of DVI-D display connectors	1x
HDMI 2.0b PortsNumber of HDMI 2.0b display connectors	1x
Max DisplaysMaximum simultaneously connected monitors	2
Hardware EncoderVideo encoding engine version	None
Hardware DecoderVideo decoding engine version	NVDEC 4th gen
CodecsSupported video compression formats	H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP9

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GT 1030 draws 30 Watt under load (TDP) — a 300W PSU minimum is recommended. Power connector: None. Physical size: 145mm long, 69mm tall, occupying 1 expansion slots, weighing 132g— verify your case has clearance before purchasing. Typical temperatures: 40°C at idle, 80°C under load.

Specification	GeForce GT 1030
TDPPower consumption under load	30 Watt
Recommended PSUMinimum power supply wattage	300W
Power ConnectorRequired PCIe power cable type	None
Card LengthGPU card length — check case clearance	145mm
Card Height	69mm
Slot WidthExpansion slots occupied	1-slot
Weight	132g
Idle TemperatureTypical temperature at desktop idle	40°C
Load TemperatureTypical temperature under gaming load	80°C

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $95 (MSRP: $79), the GeForce GT 1030 delivers 25 G3D Mark points per dollar. Overall performance ranking position: #641 among all indexed GPUs.

Specification	GeForce GT 1030
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$79
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$95
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking	#641
Release Date	May 17 2017
Release Year	2017