GeForce GT 340
GPU·Budget

GeForce GT 340

NVIDIA

G3D Mark

738

MSRP

$100

AVG Price

$20

May 29 2014
64 Watt
Kepler (2012−2018)

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.

Overview

The GeForce GT 340 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: 738 points. Launch price was $89.

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.

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 340

#294
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113%
#295
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110%
#296
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#297
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#298
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109%
#299
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108%
#300
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108%
#301
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108%
#302
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MSRP: $35|Avg: $5
106%
#303
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MSRP: $599|Avg: $700
104%
#304
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MSRP: $99|Avg: $25
104%
#305
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104%
#306
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101%
#307
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101%
#308
101%
#309
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MSRP: $100|Avg: $20
100%
#310
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100%
#311
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98%
#312
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97%
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96%
#314
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95%
#315
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93%
#316
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93%
#317
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93%
#318
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MSRP: $50|Avg: $10
91%
#319
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91%
#320
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91%
#321
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91%
#322
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90%
#323
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90%
#324
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89%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for GeForce GT 340 across popular games. Tested paired with Ryzen 7 7800X3D to isolate GPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of GeForce GT 340 specifications and capabilities.

Graphics Performance

The GeForce GT 340 scores 738 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 Kepler (2012−2018) architecture (codename: GK107), manufactured on a 28 nm process— smaller process nodes improve power efficiency and transistor density. It packs 384 shader units (the primary compute units for rendering pixels), 32 TMUs (texture mapping units), and 16 ROPs (render output units that handle final pixel output). Raw FP32 compute power: 0.7626 TFLOPS — this measures the theoretical peak floating-point performance.

SpecificationGeForce GT 340
G3D MarkPassMark 3D graphics benchmark score738
ArchitectureGPU microarchitecture generationKepler (2012−2018)
CodenameInternal GPU die codenameGK107
Manufacturing ProcessFabrication node — smaller = more efficient28 nm
Shader UnitsCore compute units for rendering/compute384
TMUsTexture Mapping Units — handle texture sampling32
ROPsRender Output Units — final pixel/color blending16
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum GPU frequency993 MHz
Compute (FP32)Peak single-precision floating-point performance0.7626 TFLOPS
Texture Fill RateTextures processed per second31.78 GTexel/s
PCIe InterfaceCPU↔GPU data link generationPCIe 3.0 x16
Transistor Count1,270 million
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking#777
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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce GT 340 is equipped with 1 GB of GDDR5 video memory connected via a 128-bit memory bus, delivering Unknown of bandwidth. Memory operates at 8 Gbps effective speed.

SpecificationGeForce GT 340
VRAM SizeVideo memory capacity — more = better for high-res textures1 GB
VRAM TypeMemory technology generationGDDR5
Memory BusWidth of data path — wider = more bandwidth128-bit
Memory SpeedEffective memory data rate8 Gbps
BandwidthMaximum data throughput between GPU and VRAMUnknown
L1 Cache32 kB
L2 Cache256 kB

Advanced Features & APIs

Graphics API support: DirectX 11.1 (10_1), Vulkan N/A, OpenGL 3.3— latest API versions enable the most advanced rendering features like ray tracing and mesh shaders.

SpecificationGeForce GT 340
NVIDIA Reflex❌ Not Supported
DLSS Frame Generation❌ Not Supported
DLSS Super Resolution❌ Not Supported
DirectXMicrosoft graphics API version11.1 (10_1)
OpenGLLegacy graphics API3.3
Compute APIGPGPU framework (CUDA/ROCm/OpenCL)CUDA 1.2, OpenCL 1.1
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Display & Media

Display outputs: 1x DVI, 1x VGA, 1x HDMI — supports up to 2 simultaneous displays. Hardware encoder: None, decoder: VP4— dedicated hardware for video encoding/decoding accelerates streaming, recording, and video playback. Supported codecs: H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1.

SpecificationGeForce GT 340
DVI PortsNumber of DVI display connectors1x
VGA PortsNumber of VGA display connectors1x
HDMI PortsNumber of HDMI display connectors1x
Max DisplaysMaximum simultaneously connected monitors2
Hardware EncoderVideo encoding engine versionNone
Hardware DecoderVideo decoding engine versionVP4
CodecsSupported video compression formatsH.264,MPEG-2,VC-1
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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GT 340 draws 64 Watt under load (TDP) — a 300W PSU minimum is recommended. Power connector: None. Physical size: 168mm long, 111mm tall, occupying 1 expansion slots, weighing 0g— verify your case has clearance before purchasing. Typical temperatures: 40 at idle, 75 under load.

SpecificationGeForce GT 340
TDPPower consumption under load64 Watt
Recommended PSUMinimum power supply wattage300W
Power ConnectorRequired PCIe power cable typeNone
Card LengthGPU card length — check case clearance168mm
Card Height111mm
Slot WidthExpansion slots occupied1-slot
Weight0g
Idle TemperatureTypical temperature at desktop idle40
Load TemperatureTypical temperature under gaming load75
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Value Analysis

At an average price of $20 (MSRP: $100), the GeForce GT 340 delivers 37 G3D Mark points per dollar. Overall performance ranking position: #777 among all indexed GPUs.

SpecificationGeForce GT 340
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price$100
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days$20
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking#777
Release DateMay 29 2014
Release Year2014

Specifications Reference

Raw spec sheet for quick lookup. The analysis cards above explain what these fields mean in practice.

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Technical Specifications

18 specs

ROPs16
TMUs32
Vram1 GB
L1 Cache32 kB
L2 Cache256 kB
Core Clock993 MHz
Memory TypeGDDR5
Memory Speed8 Gbps
Shading Units384
PCIe GenerationPCIe 3.0 x16
Memory BandwidthUnknown
Memory Bus Width128-bit
Transistor Count1,270 million
Frame GenerationNVIDIA Reflex: No | DLSS Frame Generation: No | DLSS Super Resolution: No
Texture Fill Rate31.78
Manufacturing Process28 nm
Power Consumption (TDP)64 Watt
Floating Point Performance0.7626 TFLOPS

General Information

5 specs

CodenameGK107
ArchitectureKepler (2012−2018)
Launch Price$89
Release DateMay 29 2014
Performance Ranking Position777

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