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ZOTAC GeForce GT 730 Zone Edition 4GB DDR3 PCI Express 2.0 x16 (x8 Lanes) Graphics Card (ZT-71115-20L)
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ZOTAC GeForce GT 730 Zone Edition 4GB DDR3 PCI Express 2.0 x16 (x8 Lanes) Graphics Card (ZT-71115-20L)

Bottom line: The ZOTAC GeForce GT 730 Zone Edition 4GB DDR3 PCI Express 2.0 x16: Fanless heatsink means no added noise in HTPC or office builds; main trade-off: 64-bit memory bus bottlenecks the 4GB DDR3 for gaming loads.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ Fanless heatsink means no added noise in HTPC or office builds
  • ✓ 25-watt max draw needs no PCIe power connector, only a 300W PSU
  • ✓ Three outputs: DL-DVI-D, VGA, and HDMI on one low-profile card
  • ✓ Drives up to three simultaneous displays via NVIDIA Surround
  • ✓ Ships with both low-profile brackets (VGA and DVI+HDMI)

Cons

  • ✗ 64-bit memory bus bottlenecks the 4GB DDR3 for gaming loads
  • ✗ DDR3 memory, not GDDR5, limits bandwidth versus faster GT 730 variants
  • ✗ Wired for PCI Express 2.0 x8 lanes rather than a full x16 link
  • ✗ 902 MHz engine clock and 384 cores suit video, not modern 3D titles

Manufacturer description

Memory Speed:19 Gbps.Digital Max Resolution: 3840 x 2160 NVIDIA GeForce GT 730 GPU. 384 processor cores. 4GB DDR3. 64-bit memory bus. Engine clock: 902 MHz. Memory clock: 1600 MHz. PCI Express 2.0 (x8 lanes) Package contents : ZOTAC GeForce GT 730. 1 x Low-profile bracket [VGA]. 1 x Low-profile bracket [DVI + HDMI]. User manual.Driver disc

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SpecPicks scored ZOTAC GeForce GT 730 Zone Edition 4GB DDR3 PCI Express 2.0 x16 (x8… using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the retro graphics cards category. ZOTAC's retro graphics cards lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does the ZOTAC GT 730 need a separate power connector?

No. It draws a maximum of 25 watts through the PCIe slot, and ZOTAC recommends a 300-watt power supply, so no 6-pin or 8-pin cable is required.

Can this card run three monitors at once?

Yes. It has one DL-DVI-D, one VGA, and one HDMI output and is triple simultaneous display capable via NVIDIA Surround.

Will it fit a low-profile or small-form-factor case?

Yes. The package includes two low-profile brackets, one for VGA and one for the DVI plus HDMI pair, along with the standard bracket, manual, and driver disc.

Does it support 4K output?

The digital maximum resolution is 3840 x 2160, and the card is listed as HDTV ready for 480p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p, and Quad Full HD 4K.

Is the 4GB DDR3 useful, or is the memory bus a limitation?

The 4GB runs on a 64-bit bus at a 1600 MHz memory clock, so capacity outpaces bandwidth. It helps with multi-display desktops and video playback more than with 3D gaming.

Key Features

  • Memory Speed:19 Gbps.Digital Max Resolution: 3840 x 2160
  • NVIDIA GeForce GT 730 GPU. 384 processor cores. 4GB DDR3. 64-bit memory bus. Engine clock: 902 MHz. Memory clock: 1600 MHz. PCI Express 2.0 (x8 lanes)
  • Package contents : ZOTAC GeForce GT 730. 1 x Low-profile bracket [VGA]. 1 x Low-profile bracket [DVI + HDMI]. User manual.Driver disc
  • 1 x DL-DVI-D. 1 x VGA. 1 x HDMI. Triple simultaneous display capable. HDCP compliant.
  • 300-watt power supply recomillimeterended. 25-watt max power consumption
  • HDTV READY : ED 480p. HD 720p. HD 1080i. Full HD 1080p. Quad Full HD (4K).

Full Specifications

Size1.2" x 2.7" x 5.7"
BrandZOTAC
ColorInformation Not Available
ModelZT-71115-20L
Warranty2 years parts & labor
UnitCount1
ReleaseDate2018-01-01T00:00:01Z
ManufacturerZotac
ItemPartNumberZT-71115-20L

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