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NVIDIA GeForce GT 240

NVIDIA GeForce GT 240

Graphics Processor

GT215

Cores

96

TMUs

32

ROPs

8

About the NVIDIA GeForce GT 240

The NVIDIA GeForce GT 240 leverages NVIDIA's advanced GPU architecture to deliver high-performance computing capabilities. With 1024 MB of memory size, 96 cores, 128 bit bus width, this graphics card is engineered for demanding applications.

Performance benchmarks show the NVIDIA GeForce GT 240 competing effectively against both higher-end and mainstream alternatives. The graphics processor, graphics card, clock speeds, memory, render config, theoretical performance, board design, graphics features features enhance overall system efficiency and reliability.

Key specifications include GT215 graphics processor, 96 cores, 32 tmus and more. The NVIDIA GeForce GT 240 is designed to meet the needs of users requiring robust graphics performance for modern applications and workloads.

Technical Specifications

Graphics Processor

GT215

Cores

96

TMUs

32

ROPs

8

Memory Size

1024 MB

Memory Type

GDDR5

Bus Width

128 bit

Detailed Information

Graphics Processor

GPU NameGT215
GPU VariantGT215-450-A2
ArchitectureTesla 2.0
FoundryTSMC
Process Size40 nm
Transistors727 million
Density5.0M / mm²
Die Size144 mm²
Chip PackageBGA-969

Graphics Card

Release DateNov 17th, 2009
GenerationGeForce 200
PredecessorGeForce 9
SuccessorGeForce 400
ProductionEnd-of-life
Launch Price80 USD
Bus InterfacePCIe 2.0 x16
Reviews49 in our database

Clock Speeds

GPU Clock550 MHz
Shader Clock1340 MHz
Memory Clock850 MHz3.4 Gbps effective

Memory

Memory Size1024 MB
Memory TypeGDDR5
Memory Bus128 bit
Bandwidth54.40 GB/s

Render Config

Shading Units96
TMUs32
ROPs8
SM Count12
L2 Cache64 KB

Theoretical Performance

Pixel Rate4.400 GPixel/s
Texture Rate17.60 GTexel/s
FP32 (float)257.3 GFLOPS

Board Design

Slot WidthSingle-slot
Length168 mm6.6 inches
TDP69 W
Suggested PSU250 W
Outputs1x DVI1x HDMI1x VGA
Power ConnectorsNone
Board NumberP680 SKU 11, P681

Graphics Features

DirectX11.1 (10_1)
OpenGL3.3
OpenCL1.1
VulkanN/A
CUDA1.2
Shader Model4.1

Performance Comparison

Relative Performance Benchmarks

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GeForce RTX 40907227%
GeForce RTX 50806244%
GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER5575%
GeForce RTX 40805528%
Radeon RX 7900 XTX5524%
GeForce RTX 5070 Ti5445%
Radeon RX 9070 XT5203%
Radeon RX 7900 XT4757%
GeForce RTX 3090 Ti4670%
GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER4665%
Radeon RX 90704661%
GeForce RTX 4070 Ti4270%
GeForce RTX 50704228%
GeForce RTX 30904166%
GeForce RTX 3080 Ti4111%
GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER3979%
Radeon RX 7900 GRE3918%
Radeon RX 6950 XT3854%
GeForce RTX 40703801%
Radeon RX 6900 XT3763%
GeForce RTX 30803703%
Radeon RX 7800 XT3692%
Radeon RX 6800 XT3561%
GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16 GB3306%
GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 8 GB3286%
Radeon RX 7700 XT3237%
Radeon RX 9060 XT 16 GB3138%
GeForce RTX 3070 Ti3132%
Radeon RX 68003027%
Radeon RX 9060 XT 8 GB2962%
GeForce RTX 30702930%
GeForce RTX 2080 Ti2906%
GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 8 GB2893%
GeForce RTX 50602848%
Radeon RX 6750 XT2779%
GeForce RTX 3060 Ti2565%
Radeon RX 6700 XT2520%
GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER2341%
Radeon RX 7600 XT2321%
GeForce RTX 40602314%
Arc B5802310%
GeForce RTX 50502251%
GeForce RTX 20802233%
Radeon RX 6650 XT2184%
Radeon RX 76002181%
GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER2076%
GeForce GTX 1080 Ti2054%
Arc A7702051%
GeForce RTX 3060 12 GB1977%
Radeon RX 6600 XT1949%
Radeon VII1943%
Arc A7501905%
Radeon RX 5700 XT1862%
GeForce RTX 20701835%
Radeon RX 66001752%
Arc A5801702%
GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER1700%
Radeon RX Vega 641627%
GeForce RTX 20601575%
Radeon RX 57001567%
GeForce GTX 10801538%
GeForce GTX 1070 Ti1509%
Radeon RX 5600 XT1495%
Radeon RX Vega 561420%
GeForce GTX 10701369%
GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER1297%
GeForce GTX 1660 Ti1295%
GeForce GTX 980 Ti1227%
GeForce RTX 3050 8 GB1220%
Radeon R9 FURY X1207%
GeForce GTX 16601193%
Radeon RX 5901126%
Radeon R9 FURY1098%
GeForce GTX 9801084%
GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER1074%
Radeon RX 6500 XT1060%
Radeon RX 5500 XT1051%
Radeon RX 5801043%
GeForce GTX 1060 6 GB1016%
Radeon R9 390X1002%
GeForce GTX 690990%
Radeon RX 480981%
Radeon HD 7990977%
GeForce GTX 780 Ti959%
GeForce GTX 970934%
Radeon R9 290X931%
Radeon R9 390916%
Radeon RX 570905%
Radeon R9 290859%
Radeon RX 470847%
GeForce GTX 1650798%
Radeon RX 6400782%
Arc A380771%
GeForce GTX 780770%
Radeon HD 7970 GHz Edition695%
GeForce GTX 590695%
Radeon R9 280X685%
Radeon HD 6990669%
GeForce GTX 1050 Ti637%
GeForce GTX 680623%
Radeon R9 380616%
Radeon HD 7970616%
GeForce GTX 770615%
Radeon R9 285610%
GeForce GTX 960591%
GeForce GTX 670576%
Radeon HD 5970521%
GeForce GTX 1630520%
Radeon HD 7950511%
GeForce GTX 1050510%
GeForce GTX 760506%
GeForce GTX 580506%
GeForce GTX 660 Ti504%
Radeon R9 270X497%
Radeon HD 7870 GHz Edition485%
GeForce GTX 950481%
Radeon RX 560453%
GeForce GTX 570446%
GeForce GTX 660444%
Radeon RX 460443%
Radeon R7 370443%
Radeon HD 6970428%
GeForce GTX 480409%
Radeon HD 7850402%
GeForce GTX 295394%
Radeon HD 6950381%
GeForce GTX 750 Ti379%
Radeon HD 4870 X2372%
GeForce GTX 560 Ti370%
Radeon HD 5870359%
Radeon HD 6870336%
GeForce GTX 470324%
GeForce GTX 650 Ti311%
Radeon HD 5850305%
GeForce GTX 285284%
Radeon HD 6850279%
GeForce GTX 280261%
Radeon HD 7770 GHz Edition260%
GeForce GTX 275260%
GeForce GT 1030257%
GeForce GTX 460253%
Radeon HD 4890244%
Radeon HD 6790240%
Radeon HD 5830228%
GeForce GTX 650216%
GeForce GTX 550 Ti214%
Radeon HD 4870211%
GeForce GTX 260209%
Radeon HD 5770205%
Radeon HD 7750203%
Radeon HD 5750178%
GeForce GTS 450172%
GeForce GTS 250167%
Radeon HD 4850163%
Radeon HD 4770155%
Radeon HD 4830145%
Radeon HD 6670141%
GeForce 9800 GT135%
GeForce GT 640131%
Radeon HD 5670122%
GeForce 9600 GT115%
GeForce GT 240Current GPU100%
GeForce GT 44098%
Radeon HD 467093%
Radeon HD 557086%
GeForce GT 43084%
GeForce GT 22064%
GeForce GT 52052%
Radeon HD 645049%
Radeon HD 545042%
Radeon HD 455033%
GeForce 9400 GT27%
GeForce 21021%
GeForce GT 240Current GPU100%
GeForce GT 240Current GPU100%

Frequently Asked Questions About the NVIDIA GeForce GT 240

Common Questions About This Graphics Card

The NVIDIA GeForce GT 240 features 1024 MB of GDDR5 graphics memory. This 1024 MB VRAM capacity provides ample memory for modern gaming and professional applications, allowing for high-resolution textures and smooth performance in demanding workloads. The generous memory allocation ensures excellent performance in memory-intensive tasks like 4K gaming, video editing, and 3D rendering.

The NVIDIA GeForce GT 240 is equipped with 96 cores, delivering powerful parallel processing capabilities. These cores handle complex graphics computations, enabling smooth gameplay, fast rendering, and efficient multitasking across various applications.

The NVIDIA GeForce GT 240 utilizes a 128 bit memory interface, which determines the data transfer rate between the GPU and its memory. This 128 bit bus width, combined with GDDR5, ensures fast memory access and excellent performance in memory-intensive applications.

The NVIDIA GeForce GT 240 is built on NVIDIA's Tesla 2.0 architecture. This architecture represents a significant advancement in graphics processing technology, offering improved performance per watt, enhanced features, and better support for modern gaming technologies and APIs.

The NVIDIA GeForce GT 240 has a Thermal Design Power (TDP) of 69 W, which indicates its typical power consumption under load. This power requirement means you'll need a compatible power supply unit with adequate wattage and the necessary PCIe power connectors to run this graphics card effectively.

The NVIDIA GeForce GT 240 delivers strong gaming performance suitable for modern titles at various resolutions. Performance benchmarks show it competing effectively in its class. With 1024 MB and 96, this graphics card can handle AAA games at 1080p and 1440p resolutions with high settings, while also supporting 4K gaming at adjusted quality settings depending on the title.

To use the NVIDIA GeForce GT 240, you'll need a compatible motherboard with a PCIe x16 slot (PCIe 3.0 or 4.0), a power supply unit with sufficient wattage (recommended 69 W TDP or higher), and adequate case space for the graphics card. The NVIDIA GeForce GT 240 is compatible with modern operating systems including Windows 10/11 and Linux distributions with proper drivers. Ensure your system meets the minimum requirements for optimal performance.

The NVIDIA GeForce GT 240 is an excellent choice for gaming, content creation, and general graphics workloads. With 1024 MB and 96, it's well-suited for real-time ray tracing, DLSS technology, video editing, 3D rendering, and multitasking. Whether you're building a gaming rig or a professional workstation, the NVIDIA GeForce GT 240 offers the performance needed for demanding applications.

The NVIDIA GeForce GT 240 performs comparably to graphics cards like GeForce GT 440 and Radeon HD 4670. Performance benchmarks indicate that GeForce GT 440 is approximately 2% slower, while Radeon HD 4670 is approximately 7% slower when compared to the NVIDIA GeForce GT 240. For detailed side-by-side specifications and performance comparisons, use our comparison tools available on this page.

The NVIDIA GeForce GT 240 is fully supported by NVIDIA's latest driver suite (NVIDIA Game Ready and Studio drivers), which are regularly updated to optimize performance for new game releases and improve stability. NVIDIA provides comprehensive driver support with features like automatic updates, game optimizations, and performance monitoring tools to help you get the most out of your NVIDIA GeForce GT 240 graphics card.

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