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 720M 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: 440 points.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. The GeForce GT 720M is positioned at rank #189 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 720M

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Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

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370%

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GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

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336%

#182

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

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335%

#186

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

304%

#187

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

302%

#189

GeForce GT 720M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#195

GeForce GT625M

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96%

#197

Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS

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95%

#203

GeForce GT 730M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $45

92%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for GeForce GT 720M across popular games. Tested paired with Ryzen 7 7800X3D to isolate GPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of GeForce GT 720M specifications and capabilities.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce GT 720M scores 440 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: 0.7427 TFLOPS — this measures the theoretical peak floating-point performance. Boost clock reaches 967 MHz from a base of 941 MHz.

Specification	GeForce GT 720M
G3D MarkPassMark 3D graphics benchmark score	440
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
Boost ClockMaximum GPU frequency under load	967 MHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum GPU frequency	941 MHz
Compute (FP32)Peak single-precision floating-point performance	0.7427 TFLOPS
Texture Fill RateTextures processed per second	30.94 GTexel/s
PCIe InterfaceCPU↔GPU data link generation	PCIe 3.0 x16
Transistor Count	1,270 million
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking	#792

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce GT 720M 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 720M
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	32 kB
L2 Cache	256 kB

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Advanced Features & APIs

Graphics API support: DirectX 12 (11_0), Vulkan 1.2, OpenGL 4.6— latest API versions enable the most advanced rendering features like ray tracing and mesh shaders.

Specification	GeForce GT 720M
NVIDIA Reflex	❌ Not Supported
DLSS Frame Generation	❌ Not Supported
DLSS Super Resolution	❌ Not Supported
DirectXMicrosoft graphics API version	12 (11_0)
VulkanCross-platform graphics API	1.2
OpenGLLegacy graphics API	4.6
Compute APIGPGPU framework (CUDA/ROCm/OpenCL)	CUDA 3.5

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Display & Media

Display outputs: — supports up to 2 simultaneous displays. Hardware encoder: None, decoder: PureVideo HD (VP5)— dedicated hardware for video encoding/decoding accelerates streaming, recording, and video playback. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2.

Specification	GeForce GT 720M
Max DisplaysMaximum simultaneously connected monitors	2
Hardware EncoderVideo encoding engine version	None
Hardware DecoderVideo decoding engine version	PureVideo HD (VP5)
CodecsSupported video compression formats	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GT 720M draws 50 Watt under load (TDP) — a 350W PSU minimum is recommended. Power connector: PCIe-powered. Physical size: 0mm long, 0mm tall, occupying 0 expansion slots, weighing 0g— verify your case has clearance before purchasing. Typical temperatures: 40 at idle, 75 under load.

Specification	GeForce GT 720M
TDPPower consumption under load	50 Watt
Recommended PSUMinimum power supply wattage	350W
Power ConnectorRequired PCIe power cable type	PCIe-powered
Card LengthGPU card length — check case clearance	0mm
Card Height	0mm
Slot WidthExpansion slots occupied	0-slot
Weight	0g
Idle TemperatureTypical temperature at desktop idle	40
Load TemperatureTypical temperature under gaming load	75

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Value Analysis

It holds Rank #189 in the cost-benefit ranking — a comprehensive score that weighs raw performance against current market pricing. Overall performance ranking position: #792 among all indexed GPUs.

Specification	GeForce GT 720M
Cost-Benefit RankOverall value ranking position	#189
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking	#792
Release Date	January 9 2013
Release Year	2013