GPU Comparison

Select up to 2 GPUs to analyze their pricing, performance, and specifications side-by-side.

Quick Verdict

The GeForce GTX 980 Ti is dramatically faster than the GeForce GT 730, leading by roughly 800% in our performance index. The GeForce GT 730, however, delivers more performance per dollar — $1,600 cheaper.

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NVIDIA
GeForce GT 730
Price
$80
Perf Index
1%
Value Score
0.013
VRAM1GB GDDR6
Thermal TDP25W
Price
$1680
Perf Index
9%
Value Score
0.005
VRAM6GB GDDR6
Thermal TDP250W

GeForce GTX 980 Ti vs GeForce GT 730: In-Depth Breakdown

Performance: GeForce GTX 980 Ti vs GeForce GT 730

The GeForce GTX 980 Ti is dramatically faster, around 800% ahead of the GeForce GT 730. Both cards sit in the same broad class, well suited to entry-level 1080p.

Price & Value

Right now the GeForce GT 730 starts at $80 against $1,680 for the GeForce GTX 980 Ti. Despite being slower, the GeForce GT 730 offers the better performance-per-dollar (~133% better value), so budget-focused buyers should weigh it carefully. The GeForce GTX 980 Ti still sits about $1,031 above its $649 MSRP.

Power & Efficiency

The GeForce GT 730 draws just 25W versus 250W for the GeForce GTX 980 Ti, and it also delivers more performance per watt — so it runs cooler and quieter and needs less PSU headroom.

VRAM & Future-Proofing

With 6GB against 1GB, the GeForce GTX 980 Ti has more headroom for 4K textures and memory-hungry creative/AI tasks where the GeForce GT 730's 1GB can fall short.

Which should you buy: GeForce GT 730 or GeForce GTX 980 Ti?

Choose the GeForce GTX 980 Ti if you want the most performance and can absorb the higher price. If you're optimizing for value, the GeForce GT 730 stretches your money further for only slightly lower performance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the GeForce GTX 980 Ti better than the GeForce GT 730?

The GeForce GTX 980 Ti is dramatically faster, roughly 800% ahead. The GeForce GT 730 is still worth it if value matters more than top-end frames.

Which is better for 4K gaming, the GeForce GT 730 or the GeForce GTX 980 Ti?

Neither is a dedicated 4K card; both are best at entry-level 1080p. For 4K you'd want a faster GPU, or lean on upscaling.

Is the GeForce GTX 980 Ti worth the extra $1,600 over the GeForce GT 730?

Only if you need the extra performance or features; on pure value the GeForce GT 730 comes out ahead.

Does the GeForce GTX 980 Ti have enough VRAM advantage to matter?

Its 6GB (vs 1GB) gives real headroom for 4K, heavy texture mods, and creative/AI work. At 1080p the gap matters less.