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MSI GeForce GT 730 graphics card with 2GB DDR3 memory, black PCB and single fan cooler

MSI

MSI N730-2G D3-V3 2GB DDR3 graphics card

SKU CH-ZMY8-P5Y13

Entry-level NVIDIA GeForce GT 730 card with 2 GB DDR3 memory on a 128-bit bus and PCI Express 2.0 x16 interface

  • Memory capacity2 GB
  • Interface typePCI Express 2.0 x16
  • Type of memoryDDR3
  • Chipset makerNVIDIA
  • Memory bus width128bit
  • Entry-level discrete graphics for basic display output
  • 2 GB DDR3 frame buffer handles everyday desktop tasks
  • 128-bit memory bus feeds the GT 730 chipset
  • PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot fits most modern motherboards
  • Supports up to 100 % inspection before shipment

Entry graphics card for legacy systems

The MSI N730-2G D3-V3 is a discrete GPU built around the NVIDIA GeForce GT 730 chipset. It provides 2GB of video memory across a 128bit DDR3 interface. The card installs into a PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot and targets basic display output or light multimedia tasks on older platforms.

Steady desktop and video workloads

Under sustained load the 2GB frame buffer handles extended desktop sessions and hardware-accelerated video decode without exhausting local memory. The 128bit bus keeps bandwidth consistent during long playback or multi-monitor use. Performance remains stable because the GPU does not rely on short burst clocks that throttle quickly.

Low thermal output and quiet operation

The compact board draws modest power through the slot connector alone, so case airflow requirements stay minimal. A small heatsink and fan assembly keeps core temperatures in check during typical office or media use. Acoustic output stays low enough for quiet workspaces without needing extra case fans.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Desktop GPUs & Video Cards, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $74.99
Cheaper than about 94% of the 4,285 comparable items (median $354.99).
Memory capacity 2 GB
Lower than about 95% of the 3,563 comparable items (median 8 GB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameMSI
Model nameMSI N730-2G D3-V3
Memory
Type of memoryDDR3
Graphics
Memory capacity2 GB
Chipset makerNVIDIA
Memory bus width128bit
Ports & slots
Interface typePCI Express 2.0 x16

Questions about this item

How much heat and noise should I expect from the GT 730 running all day in a small case?

The card draws modest power through the PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot, so a single-slot cooler keeps temperatures and fan noise low during extended use.

What must my motherboard provide for this card to work?

A free PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot is required; the board supplies all power so no extra connectors are needed.

Will the 128-bit DDR3 frame buffer bottleneck older CPUs I might pair it with?

The 128-bit DDR3 memory interface matches the GT 730 architecture, so legacy platforms see balanced performance without a new bottleneck.

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