ASUS
ASUS GT1030-2G-CSM GeForce GT 1030 2GB GDDR5
Upgrade your system efficiently with the ASUS GT1030-2G-CSM, a compact graphics card built around the NVIDIA GeForce GT 1030 chipset. It features 2GB of GDDR5 memory, delivering smooth performance for everyday tasks and media consumption. This card supports a maximum digital resolution of 1920 x 1200 and is compatible with DirectX 12 and OpenGL 4.5. Connectivity includes one HDMI and one DVI-D port. Its low-profile design and passive cooling system ensure quiet operation, making it an excellent, unobtrusive addition to various PC builds.
$99.99
Owner Satisfaction
3.8
/ 5
Category Rank
798
/ 875
#798 in Desktop GPU
Price vs Category Average
-93%
Below average
GPU Chipset
1030
/ NVIDIA GT
Who it's for
- Ultra-Low Power Consumption
- Silent Operation and Small Form Factor
- Dedicated Video Acceleration
Who should skip it
- Extremely Limited Gaming Capability
- Poor Price-to-Performance Ratio
- Outdated Connectivity and Features
Key Specs
GPU Chipset
NVIDIA GT 1030
Memory
2 GB GDDR5
Bus Width
64 bit
GPU Clock Speed
1.27 GHz (Boost: 1.51 GHz)
Interface
PCI Express 3.0
Maximum Digital Resolution
1920 x 1200
Cooling Type
Passive Cooler
Dimensions
1.5" Height, 2.7" Width, 6.8" Length
Features
- Low-profile card height for small form factors
- Passive cooling ensures silent operation
- Supports DirectX 12 and OpenGL 4.5
- Compact dimensions for easy installation
- Environmentally Friendly design
- Ideal for quiet home theater PCs
What customers say
The ASUS GT 1030 fanless model earns high praise for its silent operation, making it perfect for HTPCs and quiet office builds. Users upgrading from older integrated graphics note significant improvements in desktop responsiveness and 4K video decoding. Its low power draw and small form factor appeal strongly to SFF and OEM systems. This card reliably excels as a dedicated display accelerator supporting multiple monitors. Sentiment is very positive for those seeking a quiet, efficient solution. However, buyers expecting modern AAA gaming performance are often disappointed, as this card is clearly intended for light tasks, not demanding titles.
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