NVIDIA GT 1030 2GB
NVIDIA GT 1030 2GB is a entry level NVIDIA card from the graphics card. It scores 20 on our index, where an RTX 4060 is 100, which in practice means smooth play at 1080p at medium settings. It has 2GB of video memory and draws about 30W.
The year marked with ≈ is the generation's launch period rather than this exact model's launch date.
What is good about it
- Only 30W under load · runs cool and quiet on a modest power supply
- NVENC video encoder · the cleanest choice for streaming and video export
- Short card at 150mm · fits small cases
What to know before buying
- 2GB of video memory is the limit here · some 2025 games need texture settings lowered at 1440p
Best for
esports titles and light 1080p gaming
Planning price: ₪320 · the price per index point is 16, so lower is better value.
Only 30W under load · runs cool and quiet on a modest power supply
2GB of video memory is the limit here · some 2025 games need texture settings lowered at 1440p
How to choose a graphics card
Start with the hardest game you play at the resolution you will actually use. Choose enough performance and VRAM for that target, then confirm card length and power draw before comparing prices.
Read the full buying guideSpecifications
- Released
- ≈2023
- Performance index
- 20
- VRAM
- 2GB
- Power draw
- 30W
- Power leads
- —
- Recommended PSU
- 300W
- Length
- 150mm
- Planning price
- ₪320
