Product Information

• Product Name: MSI GeForce GT 730 4GB Graphics Card
• Model Number: N730K-4GD3/LP or similar variant
• Brand: MSI (Micro-Star International)
• Series: GeForce 700 Series
• Category: Entry-level desktop graphics card
• Release Year: 2014 (original GT 730 launch)
• Dimensions: Low-profile design (approx. 168mm × 69mm)
• Slot Size: Dual-slot (occupies 2 expansion slots)
• Brackets Included: Both low-profile and standard height brackets

GPU Specifications

• GPU Architecture: NVIDIA Kepler GK208
• Process Technology: 28nm
• CUDA Cores: 384
• Base Clock Speed: 902 MHz
• Boost Clock: None (fixed frequency card)
• Texture Units: 32
• ROP Units: 8
• GPU Variants: GK208-301-A1 (most common for 4GB version)

Memory Specifications

• Memory Size: 4GB
• Memory Type: DDR3
• Memory Interface: 128-bit
• Memory Clock: 800 MHz (1600 MHz effective)
• Memory Bandwidth: 25.6 GB/s
• Memory Configuration: 4×1GB memory chips (typically)

Display Outputs

• Port Configuration (varies by exact model):
  • 1× VGA (D-Sub) - analog output
  • 1× DVI-D - digital output
  • 1× HDMI 1.4a - audio/video output
• Maximum Digital Resolution: 2560×1600 @ 60Hz
• Multi-Monitor Support: Up to 2 displays simultaneously
• HDCP Support: Yes (for protected content playback)
• Audio Support: HDMI audio output (7.1 channel)

Power & Thermal

• TDP: 25W-38W (depending on exact model)
• Power Connector: None - powered solely by PCIe slot (up to 75W)
• Minimum PSU: 300W recommended
• Cooling Solution: Passive heatsink or small fan (depends on model)
• Thermal Design: Aluminum heatsink with heat pipes (on some models)

Software & API Support

• DirectX: 12 (feature level 11_0)
• OpenGL: 4.6
• OpenCL: 1.2
• Vulkan: 1.1
• CUDA: 3.5
• NVIDIA Technologies:
  • NVIDIA PureVideo HD (video decoding)
  • NVIDIA PhysX (limited)
  • NVIDIA CUDA (compute support)

Performance Characteristics

• Gaming Performance:
  • eSports titles (720p low): 30-60 FPS
  • Older AAA games (720p): 20-40 FPS
  • Modern AAA games: Not recommended
• Media Playback:
  • 4K video playback: Limited (HDMI 1.4 supports 4K@30Hz)
  • 1080p video: Excellent with hardware decoding
  • Video decode: H.264, VC-1, MPEG-2

System Requirements

• PCIe Interface: PCI Express 2.0 ×16 (compatible with 3.0)
• Operating Systems:
  • Windows 10/11 (64-bit recommended)
  • Linux (with NVIDIA drivers)
• Driver Support: Latest NVIDIA Game Ready or Studio drivers

Package Contents

• MSI GeForce GT 730 4GB graphics card
• Low-profile bracket (installed or separate)
• Standard height bracket (if not pre-installed)
• Driver CD or download instructions
• Quick installation guide

Use Case Recommendations

• Ideal For:
  • Adding display outputs to office PCs
  • Replacing failing integrated graphics
  • Basic media center PCs
  • Light retro gaming (pre-2010 titles)
  • Digital signage displays
• Not Recommended For:
  • Modern gaming
  • Video editing/3D rendering
  • Cryptocurrency mining
  • High-resolution displays (beyond 1080p)

Important Notes

• This is an entry-level card from 2014 - performance is very basic
• 4GB memory is overkill for this GPU's capabilities
• No hardware decoding for modern video codecs (HEVC, VP9, AV1)
• Check exact port configuration as MSI made multiple GT 730 variants