NVIDIA GeForce 7150 + nForce 630i

The NVIDIA GeForce 7150 + nForce 630i is an integrated graphics processor (IGP) from the GeForce 7 IGP generation, built on the 90 nm process with 112 million transistors on an 81 mm² die. Released on 2007-11-15 and now end-of-life, it uses the Curie architecture and occupies the 50th percentile in the database, though its average benchmark score is 0 with no recorded benchmark entries.

Benchmark Performance

The data shows no recorded benchmark scores for this GPU. The average benchmark score is 0, and the nearestRivals array is empty. The 50th percentile ranking is therefore a positional default rather than a performance-derived value. The pixel rate is 1.260 GPixel/s, and the texture rate is 1.260 GTexel/s, both driven by 2 TMUs and 2 ROPs. These rates represent the theoretical rendering ceiling. Without rival scores, no percentage deltas can be computed. The empty benchmarks array means any performance claim would be speculative. The 50th percentile does indicate that the database treats this IGP as a median performer. That position is consistent with the modest pixel and texture throughput figures. The transistor density of 1.4M / mm² reflects the 90 nm manufacturing process. In practical terms, the 1.260 GPixel/s pixel rate limits fill-rate-heavy operations. The 1.260 GTexel/s texture rate similarly constrains texturing workloads. These are low figures by any standard. The verdict is clear: this IGP has no measured benchmark data, and its theoretical throughput is minimal.

Memory Subsystem

The memory configuration is entirely system shared. Size, type, and bus width are all listed as "System Shared." Bandwidth is "System Dependent." This means the IGP uses the host system's RAM for all graphics memory needs. There is no dedicated VRAM. The effective bandwidth depends on the platform's memory speed and channel configuration. Because the CPU and GPU share the same memory bus, contention is inevitable. For high resolutions, this is a significant limitation. The framebuffer and textures must reside in system memory, competing with the CPU for bandwidth. The pixel rate of 1.260 GPixel/s further restricts high-resolution output. The data provides no specific capacity, bus width, or bandwidth figures. Any statement about memory performance must remain qualitative. The system shared design was typical for IGPs of the 2007 era. The release date of 2007-11-15 confirms this historical context. In practice, the memory subsystem is a bottleneck for any 3D workload. The "System Dependent" bandwidth label means performance varies with the host platform. A system with faster RAM would yield better IGP performance, but the improvement is bounded by the 1.260 GPixel/s pixel rate.

Who Should Consider It

The benchmark data shows no recorded scores. Recommendations must be grounded in the available specifications. The GeForce 7150 + nForce 630i has 2 TMUs, 2 ROPs, and a pixel rate of 1.260 GPixel/s. These figures indicate a part for basic 2D desktop use and very light 3D workloads. DirectX 9.0c (9_3) support means it can run games from that era at low resolutions and reduced settings. The 50th percentile suggests a mid-pack standing among all GPUs, but the average benchmark score of 0 means there is no evidence of actual measured performance. Users requiring modern gaming at high resolutions should look elsewhere. The system shared memory architecture ties performance to the host system's RAM. The absence of Vulkan support and partial OpenGL 2.1 support reinforce the legacy nature of this part. For office productivity, web browsing, and era-appropriate video playback, the 7150 + nForce 630i would suffice. The 90 nm process and 112 million transistor count place it in a generation where integrated graphics were not intended for gaming. The release date of 2007-11-15 confirms its historical window. In short, this IGP is for basic computing, not for gaming at any modern resolution.

FAQ

Q: What is the average benchmark score of the NVIDIA GeForce 7150 + nForce 630i?

A: The average benchmark score is 0, with no recorded benchmark entries in the database.

Q: What DirectX version does this GPU support?

A: It supports DirectX 9.0c (9_3).

Q: How much VRAM does the GeForce 7150 + nForce 630i have?

A: It has no dedicated VRAM; memory size, type, and bus width are all "System Shared," and bandwidth is "System Dependent."

Q: What is the pixel rate of this IGP?

A: The pixel rate is 1.260 GPixel/s.

Q: Is this GPU still in production?

A: No, its production status is "End-of-life."

Q: What architecture does this GPU use?

A: It uses the Curie architecture, built on the 90 nm process with 112 million transistors.

Ray Tracing and Feature Set

The GeForce 7150 + nForce 630i has no ray tracing cores and no tensor cores listed in the FACT PACK. The API support is limited to DirectX 9.0c (9_3), OpenGL 2.0 (full), and OpenGL 2.1 (partial). There is no Vulkan support. The absence of RT and tensor cores means no hardware acceleration for ray tracing or AI workloads. The feature set is firmly rooted in the mid-2000s. The pixel rate of 1.260 GPixel/s and texture rate of 1.260 GTexel/s, driven by 2 TMUs and 2 ROPs, define the rendering throughput. The bus interface is PCI, not PCIe, which further limits bandwidth to the host system. Display outputs are "Motherboard Dependent," meaning available ports vary by motherboard. The Curie architecture was NVIDIA's DirectX 9-era design, and the 9_3 feature level confirms this. For modern games requiring DirectX 11 or 12, this GPU is not compatible. The partial OpenGL 2.1 support means some features may be missing. The lack of tensor cores rules out any DLSS-style upscaling. In summary, the feature set is minimal by modern standards, and the data shows no RT or tensor capabilities.

Power and Cooling

The FACT PACK does not list a TDP for the GeForce 7150 + nForce 630i, nor does it provide a suggested PSU or power connector requirements. The slot width is listed as "IGP," indicating an integrated graphics processor rather than a discrete expansion card. As an IGP, it draws power from the motherboard and does not require separate power connectors. The absence of a TDP figure means no thermal design power can be cited. Cooling is likewise not specified, but integrated graphics of this era typically relied on passive heatsinks or the motherboard's chipset cooler. The 90 nm process and 112 million transistors suggest a relatively low power draw, but without a TDP number, any wattage claim would be unsupported. The PCI bus interface and motherboard-dependent display outputs confirm the integrated nature. The production status is end-of-life, so the part is no longer manufactured. For a system builder, the power requirements are minimal and are met by the motherboard's standard power delivery. The data provides no PSU recommendation, so no specific wattage can be stated. The 1.4M / mm² transistor density is a process metric, not a power metric. In the absence of TDP and connector data, the only power-related statement that can be made is that the IGP requires no external power connectors.

How It Compares

The nearestRivals array in the FACT PACK is empty. This means no rival products are listed for comparison. The percentileVsAllGpus value of 50 places the GeForce 7150 + nForce 630i at the median of all GPUs in the database, but with an average benchmark score of 0, this percentile is not supported by measured performance data. The predecessor is listed as the GeForce 6 IGP, and the successor is the GeForce 8 IGP, but no performance deltas are provided for either. The empty nearestRivals list prevents any percentage comparisons. The 50th percentile is the only positional reference, and it suggests that the database ranks this GPU as an average performer. However, the lack of benchmark entries means this ranking is provisional. The 1.260 GPixel/s pixel rate and 1.260 GTexel/s texture rate are the only concrete performance indicators. Without rival data, no deltaPct values can be computed. The comparison section must therefore rely on the qualitative fact that this is an IGP with a legacy feature set, positioned between the GeForce 6 and GeForce 8 IGP generations. The release date of 2007-11-15 and end-of-life status complete the picture. In the absence of rivals, the verdict is that the GeForce 7150 + nForce 630i is a historical integrated part with no comparable benchmarks in the database.