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 GTS 240 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in September 13 2010. It features the Fermi architecture. The core clock speed is 783 MHz. It has 192 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 106W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 515 points. Launch price was $129.

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 GTS 240

#407

Radeon R5 M240

MSRP: $100|Avg: $30

122%

#408

Radeon HD 4550

MSRP: $59|Avg: $15

122%

#409

GeForce GT 320

MSRP: $79|Avg: $30

122%

#410

GeForce GT 430

MSRP: $79|Avg: $40

117%

#411

Radeon HD 4330

MSRP: $50|Avg: $9

116%

#412

Moore Threads MTT S80

MSRP: $260|Avg: $170

115%

#413

Radeon HD 3870 X2

MSRP: $449|Avg: $40

114%

#414

GeForce RTX 5090

MSRP: $1999|Avg: $2700

112%

#415

Radeon HD 4290

MSRP: $60|Avg: $10

109%

#416

GeForce GT 1010

MSRP: $70|Avg: $70

108%

#417

GeForce GT 720

MSRP: $49|Avg: $49

104%

#418

Moore Threads MTT S70

MSRP: $345|Avg: $140

104%

#419

RADEON HD7450

MSRP: $50|Avg: $15

103%

#420

GeForce GT 330

MSRP: $99|Avg: $30

102%

#421

Radeon HD 7340G

MSRP: $50|Avg: $15

101%

#422

GeForce GTS 240

MSRP: $80|Avg: $40

100%

#423

GeForce GT 710

MSRP: $35|Avg: $50

96%

#424

GeForce GTX 560 SE

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

96%

#425

Radeon HD 4250

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

95%

#426

GeForce 7800 GT

MSRP: $449|Avg: $20

95%

#427

Radeon HD 2400

MSRP: $79|Avg: $10

94%

#428

Radeon HD 3450

MSRP: $50|Avg: $15

93%

#429

Radeon HD 2400 XT

MSRP: $79|Avg: $10

92%

#430

GeForce GT 640 Rev. 2

MSRP: $99|Avg: $99

92%

#431

Radeon R5 A6-8500P

MSRP: $100|Avg: $50

91%

#432

Radeon R7E

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $49

90%

#433

Radeon RX 570X

MSRP: $169|Avg: $169

88%

#434

Radeon HD 8550D

MSRP: $50|Avg: $50

88%

#435

Radeon HDG 4670

MSRP: $67|Avg: $15

88%

#436

Radeon HD 3670

MSRP: $100|Avg: $15

87%

#437

Radeon 520

MSRP: $78|Avg: $78

87%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for GeForce GTS 240 across popular games. Tested paired with Ryzen 7 7800X3D to isolate GPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of GeForce GTS 240 specifications and capabilities.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTS 240 scores 515 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 Fermi (2010−2014) architecture (codename: GF106), manufactured on a 40 nm process— smaller process nodes improve power efficiency and transistor density. It packs 192 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: 0.6013 TFLOPS — this measures the theoretical peak floating-point performance.

Specification	GeForce GTS 240
G3D MarkPassMark 3D graphics benchmark score	515
ArchitectureGPU microarchitecture generation	Fermi (2010−2014)
CodenameInternal GPU die codename	GF106
Manufacturing ProcessFabrication node — smaller = more efficient	40 nm
Shader UnitsCore compute units for rendering/compute	192
TMUsTexture Mapping Units — handle texture sampling	32
ROPsRender Output Units — final pixel/color blending	16
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum GPU frequency	783 MHz
Compute (FP32)Peak single-precision floating-point performance	0.6013 TFLOPS
Texture Fill RateTextures processed per second	25.06 GTexel/s
PCIe InterfaceCPU↔GPU data link generation	PCIe 2.1 x16
Transistor Count	1,170 million
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking	#791

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce GTS 240 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 GTS 240
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	256 kB
L2 Cache	256 kB

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Advanced Features & APIs

Graphics API support: DirectX 11.1 (10_0), OpenGL 3.2— latest API versions enable the most advanced rendering features like ray tracing and mesh shaders.

Specification	GeForce GTS 240
NVIDIA Reflex	❌ Not Supported
DLSS Frame Generation	❌ Not Supported
DLSS Super Resolution	❌ Not Supported
DirectXMicrosoft graphics API version	11.1 (10_0)
OpenGLLegacy graphics API	3.2
Compute APIGPGPU framework (CUDA/ROCm/OpenCL)	CUDA
Multi-GPUSLI/CrossFire/NVLink support	SLI

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Display & Media

Display outputs: 2x DVI, 1x S-Video — supports up to 2 simultaneous displays. Hardware encoder: PureVideo HD VP2, decoder: PureVideo HD VP2— dedicated hardware for video encoding/decoding accelerates streaming, recording, and video playback. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2.

Specification	GeForce GTS 240
DVI PortsNumber of DVI display connectors	2x
S-Video PortsNumber of S-Video display connectors	1x
Max DisplaysMaximum simultaneously connected monitors	2
Hardware EncoderVideo encoding engine version	PureVideo HD VP2
Hardware DecoderVideo decoding engine version	PureVideo HD VP2
CodecsSupported video compression formats	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTS 240 draws 106 Watt under load (TDP) — a 350W PSU minimum is recommended. Power connector: 1x 6-pin. Physical size: 229mm long, 111mm tall, occupying 1 expansion slots, weighing 450g— verify your case has clearance before purchasing. Typical temperatures: 45°C at idle, 85°C under load.

Specification	GeForce GTS 240
TDPPower consumption under load	106 Watt
Recommended PSUMinimum power supply wattage	350W
Power ConnectorRequired PCIe power cable type	1x 6-pin
Card LengthGPU card length — check case clearance	229mm
Card Height	111mm
Slot WidthExpansion slots occupied	1-slot
Weight	450g
Idle TemperatureTypical temperature at desktop idle	45°C
Load TemperatureTypical temperature under gaming load	85°C

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $40 (MSRP: $80), the GeForce GTS 240 delivers 13 G3D Mark points per dollar. Overall performance ranking position: #791 among all indexed GPUs.

Specification	GeForce GTS 240
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$80
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$40
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking	#791
Release Date	September 13 2010
Release Year	2010

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

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ROPs	16
TMUs	32
Vram	1 GB
L1 Cache	256 kB
L2 Cache	256 kB
Core Clock	783 MHz
Memory Type	GDDR5
Memory Speed	8 Gbps
Shading Units	192
Max Temperature	100 °C
PCIe Generation	PCIe 2.1 x16
Memory Bandwidth	Unknown
Memory Bus Width	128-bit
Transistor Count	1,170 million
Frame Generation	NVIDIA Reflex: No \| DLSS Frame Generation: No \| DLSS Super Resolution: No
Texture Fill Rate	25.06
Manufacturing Process	40 nm
Power Consumption (TDP)	106 Watt
Floating Point Performance	0.6013 TFLOPS