MSI GeForce GT 730 Fermi DDR3 128-bit 2GB DirectX 12 (N730 2GD3V3) (Renewed)
Bottom line: The Amazon Renewed MSI GeForce GT 730 Fermi DDR3 128-bit 2GB DirectX 12 is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the retro graphics cards category. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.
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Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓ NVIDIA GeForce GT 730 GPU
Cons
- ✗ Confirm socket / form-factor / power-rating compatibility against your build before ordering
- ✗ Used and vintage listings vary by seller and condition — check the listing photos, description and return terms before buying
Manufacturer description
This pre-owned or refurbished product has been professionally inspected and tested to work and look like new. How a product becomes part of Amazon Renewed, your destination for pre-owned, refurbished products: A customer buys a new product and returns it or trades it in for a newer or different model. That product is inspected and tested to work and look like new by Amazon-qualified suppliers. Then, the product is sold as an Amazon Renewed product on Amazon. If not satisfied with the purchase, renewed products are eligible for replacement or refund under the Amazon Renewed Guarantee.
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored Amazon Renewed MSI GeForce GT 730 Fermi DDR3 128-bit 2GB DirectX 12 using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the retro graphics cards category. Amazon Renewed'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.
Common buyer scenarios for retro graphics cards of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.
Key Features
- NVIDIA GeForce GT 730 GPU
- 2GB 128-bit DDR3 VRAM
- VGA (D-Sub), DL-DVI-I and HDMI
- DirectX 12 API
- Afterburner Overclocking Utility
- Video Capture - Predator
Full Specifications
| Brand | msi |
|---|---|
| Model Name | GeForce GT 730 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Number of Fans | 1 |
| Mfr Part Number | N730-2GD3V3-cr |
| Video Processor | NVIDIA |
| Graphics Card Ram | 2 GB |
| Graphics Ram Size | 2 GB |
| Graphics Ram Type | DDR3 SDRAM |
| Compatible Devices | Desktop |
| Memory Clock Speed | 1600 MHz |
| Graphics Coprocessor | Nvidia GeForce |
| Graphics Description | MSI GeForce GT 730 Fermi with 2GB DDR3 128-bit memory and DirectX 12 support |
| Warranty Description | 90 days limited warranty |
| Video Output Interface | DVI, HDMI, VGA |
| Graphics Card Interface | PCI Express |
| Display Maximum Resolution | 2560x1600 |
| Display Resolution Maximum | 2560x1600 |
| Graphics Processor Manufacturer | NVIDIA |
Ready to buy?
MSI GeForce GT 730 Fermi DDR3 128-bit 2GB DirectX 12 (N730 2GD3V3) (Renewed) is vintage hardware; the used and vintage market on eBay carries most of the live inventory. Prices and condition vary by seller and move in real time, so we link the live listing rather than quote a cached price. It also has an Amazon listing — check it for current price and availability. SpecPicks earns a small commission on qualifying purchases — thank you for supporting independent review work.
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