Gt 730 2gb

Gt 730 2gb

Graphics Card's

R 300.00
In Stock(1 available)
Condition: Refurbished - Good
Warranty: 3 months
SKU: Gt 730 2gb

NVIDIA GeForce GT 730 2GB — entry-level, low-power graphics card for HTPCs, multi-monitor setups and light 720p gaming.

Product Details

Overview

The GeForce GT 730 2GB is NVIDIA's entry-level desktop GPU often used to replace ageing integrated graphics. The card ships with 2GB of video memory and belongs to the Kepler-era family (many retail boards use the GK208 revision on a 28nm process). It’s a low-profile, low-power option ideal for HTPCs, office rigs and compact desktops.

Performance & Practical Use

Performance is firmly in the entry-level bracket: the GT 730 can comfortably handle smooth 1080p video playback, multi-monitor desktop work and older or undemanding games. Expect playable frame-rates in esports and classic titles (League of Legends, Dota 2, CS:GO) at 720p or low–medium settings at 1080p. Modern AAA games will require low resolution and reduced detail or are better left to more powerful cards.

The GT 730 is typically bus-powered (no external PCIe power connector) and available in single-slot, low-profile and even passively cooled variants — useful for compact cases and living-room PCs. It supports legacy outputs like VGA/DVI plus HDMI depending on the vendor, and offers DirectX 12 support (feature level 11_0) and OpenGL compatibility for basic GPU acceleration in video playback and older GPU-accelerated apps.

Specifications

  • GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GT 730 (Kepler-era entry-level GPU; some older Fermi variants exist)
  • VRAM: 2GB (commonly DDR3 on a 64-bit memory bus on many retail models)
  • Power: Low power draw, typically bus-powered (no 6-pin PCIe required)
  • Outputs: Vendor-dependent — commonly HDMI, DVI, VGA (check model for exact ports)
  • APIs: DirectX 12 (feature level 11_0), OpenGL 4.x
  • Use cases: HD/Full HD video playback, multi-monitor office setups, light gaming at 720p/1080p low settings

Who this card is best suited for

The GT 730 2GB is ideal for buyers upgrading from integrated graphics who need a low-cost, low-power GPU for smoother desktop performance, better video decoding and support for additional monitors. It’s a practical pick for HTPC builds, compact office PCs and older gaming systems where modern AAA performance is not required. If you need serious gaming at 1080p high settings or GPU-accelerated 4K/HEVC workflows, a newer mid-range GPU would be a better fit.