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 430 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: 603 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 430

#395

Radeon R7 A8-7670K

MSRP: $118|Avg: $50

112%

#396

GeForce GT 415

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

111%

#397

Intel UHD Graphics P750

MSRP: $150|Avg: $100

111%

#398

TITAN RTX

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $1203.96

111%

#399

Radeon HD 7870 XT

MSRP: $270|Avg: $270

110%

#400

Radeon HD 4650

MSRP: $70|Avg: $15

110%

#401

Radeon HD 4350

MSRP: $35|Avg: $10

109%

#402

Radeon HD 7350

MSRP: $40|Avg: $10

109%

#403

Radeon R9 M280X

MSRP: $250|Avg: $50

108%

#404

Radeon R7 A8-7500

MSRP: $100|Avg: $50

108%

#405

GeForce GT 740

MSRP: $89|Avg: $89

106%

#406

Radeon HD4650

MSRP: $50|Avg: $15

106%

#407

Radeon R5 M240

MSRP: $100|Avg: $30

105%

#408

Radeon HD 4550

MSRP: $59|Avg: $15

104%

#409

GeForce GT 320

MSRP: $79|Avg: $30

104%

#410

GeForce GT 430

MSRP: $79|Avg: $40

100%

#411

Radeon HD 4330

MSRP: $50|Avg: $9

99%

#412

Moore Threads MTT S80

MSRP: $260|Avg: $170

98%

#413

Radeon HD 3870 X2

MSRP: $449|Avg: $40

97%

#414

GeForce RTX 5090

MSRP: $1999|Avg: $2700

95%

#415

Radeon HD 4290

MSRP: $60|Avg: $10

94%

#416

GeForce GT 1010

MSRP: $70|Avg: $70

92%

#417

GeForce GT 720

MSRP: $49|Avg: $49

89%

#418

Moore Threads MTT S70

MSRP: $345|Avg: $140

89%

#419

RADEON HD7450

MSRP: $50|Avg: $15

88%

#420

GeForce GT 330

MSRP: $99|Avg: $30

87%

#421

Radeon HD 7340G

MSRP: $50|Avg: $15

87%

#422

GeForce GTS 240

MSRP: $80|Avg: $40

85%

#423

GeForce GT 710

MSRP: $35|Avg: $50

82%

#424

GeForce GTX 560 SE

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

82%

#425

Radeon HD 4250

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

82%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for GeForce GT 430 across popular games. Tested paired with Ryzen 7 7800X3D to isolate GPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of GeForce GT 430 specifications and capabilities.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce GT 430 scores 603 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.

Specification	GeForce GT 430
G3D MarkPassMark 3D graphics benchmark score	603
ArchitectureGPU microarchitecture generation	Kepler (2012−2018)
CodenameInternal GPU die codename	GK107
Manufacturing ProcessFabrication node — smaller = more efficient	28 nm
Shader UnitsCore compute units for rendering/compute	384
TMUsTexture Mapping Units — handle texture sampling	32
ROPsRender Output Units — final pixel/color blending	16
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum GPU frequency	993 MHz
Compute (FP32)Peak single-precision floating-point performance	0.7626 TFLOPS
Texture Fill RateTextures processed per second	31.78 GTexel/s
PCIe InterfaceCPU↔GPU data link generation	PCIe 3.0 x16
Transistor Count	1,270 million
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking	#777

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce GT 430 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.

Specification	GeForce GT 430
VRAM SizeVideo memory capacity — more = better for high-res textures	1 GB
VRAM TypeMemory technology generation	GDDR5
Memory BusWidth of data path — wider = more bandwidth	128-bit
Memory SpeedEffective memory data rate	8 Gbps
BandwidthMaximum data throughput between GPU and VRAM	Unknown
L1 Cache	32 kB
L2 Cache	256 kB

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Advanced Features & APIs

Graphics API support: DirectX 11.0, Vulkan None, OpenGL 4.0— latest API versions enable the most advanced rendering features like ray tracing and mesh shaders.

Specification	GeForce GT 430
NVIDIA Reflex	❌ Not Supported
DLSS Frame Generation	❌ Not Supported
DLSS Super Resolution	❌ Not Supported
DirectXMicrosoft graphics API version	11.0
VulkanCross-platform graphics API	None
OpenGLLegacy graphics API	4.0
Compute APIGPGPU framework (CUDA/ROCm/OpenCL)	CUDA 2.1
Multi-GPUSLI/CrossFire/NVLink support	SLI

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Display & Media

Display outputs: 1x DVI, 1x VGA, 1x HDMI — supports up to 3 simultaneous displays. Hardware encoder: No, decoder: PureVideo HD VP4— dedicated hardware for video encoding/decoding accelerates streaming, recording, and video playback. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1,MPEG-4 ASP.

Specification	GeForce GT 430
DVI PortsNumber of DVI display connectors	1x
VGA PortsNumber of VGA display connectors	1x
HDMI PortsNumber of HDMI display connectors	1x
Max DisplaysMaximum simultaneously connected monitors	3
Hardware EncoderVideo encoding engine version	No
Hardware DecoderVideo decoding engine version	PureVideo HD VP4
CodecsSupported video compression formats	MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1,MPEG-4 ASP

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GT 430 draws 64 Watt under load (TDP) — a 300W PSU minimum is recommended. Power connector: None. Physical size: 145mm long, 111mm tall, occupying 1 expansion slots— verify your case has clearance before purchasing. Typical temperatures: 45°C at idle, 70°C under load.

Specification	GeForce GT 430
TDPPower consumption under load	64 Watt
Recommended PSUMinimum power supply wattage	300W
Power ConnectorRequired PCIe power cable type	None
Card LengthGPU card length — check case clearance	145mm
Card Height	111mm
Slot WidthExpansion slots occupied	1-slot
Idle TemperatureTypical temperature at desktop idle	45°C
Load TemperatureTypical temperature under gaming load	70°C

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $40 (MSRP: $79), the GeForce GT 430 delivers 15 G3D Mark points per dollar. Overall performance ranking position: #777 among all indexed GPUs.

Specification	GeForce GT 430
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$79
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$40
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking	#777
Release Date	May 29 2014
Release Year	2014

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

ROPs	16
TMUs	32
Vram	1 GB
L1 Cache	32 kB
L2 Cache	256 kB
Core Clock	993 MHz
Memory Type	GDDR5
Memory Speed	8 Gbps
Shading Units	384
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0 x16
Memory Bandwidth	Unknown
Memory Bus Width	128-bit
Transistor Count	1,270 million
Frame Generation	NVIDIA Reflex: No \| DLSS Frame Generation: No \| DLSS Super Resolution: No
Texture Fill Rate	31.78
Manufacturing Process	28 nm
Power Consumption (TDP)	64 Watt
Floating Point Performance	0.7626 TFLOPS