
GeForce 7350 LE vs GeForce 8400

GeForce 7350 LE
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Performance Spectrum - GPU
About G3D Mark
G3D Mark is a standard benchmark that measures graphics performance in real-world gaming scenarios. It simplifies comparing cards from different brands, where higher scores directly correlate with better fps and smoother gaming experiences.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The GeForce 7350 LE is positioned at rank 618 and the GeForce 8400 is on rank 657, so the GeForce 7350 LE offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GeForce 7350 LE
Performance Per Dollar GeForce 8400
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The GeForce 7350 LE is significantly newer (2020 vs 2014). The GeForce 7350 LE likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce 8400 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce 8400 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 9.5% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce 7350 LE.
| Insight | GeForce 7350 LE | GeForce 8400 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-9.5%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+9.5%) |
| Longevity | Pascal (2016−2021) (14nm) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Maxwell (2014−2017)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce 8400 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $5 versus $10 for the GeForce 7350 LE, it costs 50% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 118.9% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce 7350 LE | GeForce 8400 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+118.9%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($10) | ✅More affordable ($5) |
Performance Check
Real-world benchmarks and performance projections based on comprehensive hardware analysis and comparative metrics. Values represent expected performance on High/Ultra settings at 1080p, 1440p, and 4K. Modeled using a Ryzen 7 7800X3D reference profile to minimize specific CPU bottlenecks.
Note: Performance behavior can vary per game. Specific architectures may perform better or worse depending on game engine optimizations and API implementation.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of GeForce 7350 LE and GeForce 8400

GeForce 7350 LE
The GeForce 7350 LE is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in February 10 2020. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 747 MHz to 937 MHz. It has 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 20W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 74 points.

GeForce 8400
The GeForce 8400 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 17 2014. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 1029 MHz to 1124 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 33W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 81 points.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce 7350 LE scores 74 versus the GeForce 8400's 81 — the GeForce 8400 leads by 9.5%. The GeForce 7350 LE is built on Pascal while the GeForce 8400 uses Maxwell, both on 14 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 640 (GeForce 7350 LE) vs 384 (GeForce 8400). Raw compute: 1.199 TFLOPS (GeForce 7350 LE) vs 0.8632 TFLOPS (GeForce 8400). Boost clocks: 937 MHz vs 1124 MHz.
| Feature | GeForce 7350 LE | GeForce 8400 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 74 | 81+9% |
| Architecture | Pascal | Maxwell |
| Process Node | 14 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 640+67% | 384 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 1.199 TFLOPS+39% | 0.8632 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 937 MHz | 1124 MHz+20% |
| ROPs | 16+100% | 8 |
| TMUs | 32+100% | 16 |
| L1 Cache | 240 KB+25% | 192 KB |
| L2 Cache | 0.5 MB | 1 MB+100% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce 7350 LE | GeForce 8400 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
Both cards feature 512 MB of GDDR5. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 0.5 MB (GeForce 7350 LE) vs 1 MB (GeForce 8400) — the GeForce 8400 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce 7350 LE | GeForce 8400 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | Unknown |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 128-bit |
| L2 Cache | 0.5 MB | 1 MB+100% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 9.0c (GeForce 7350 LE) vs 10.0 (GeForce 8400). Vulkan: N/A vs None. OpenGL: 2.1 vs 3.3. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 2.
| Feature | GeForce 7350 LE | GeForce 8400 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 9.0c | 10.0+11% |
| Vulkan | N/A | None |
| OpenGL | 2.1 | 3.3+57% |
| Max Displays | 2 | 2 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: None (GeForce 7350 LE) vs No (GeForce 8400). Decoder: PureVideo (VP1) vs PureVideo HD VP2. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,WMV9 (GeForce 7350 LE) vs MPEG-2,H.264 (GeForce 8400).
| Feature | GeForce 7350 LE | GeForce 8400 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | None | No |
| Decoder | PureVideo (VP1) | PureVideo HD VP2 |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,WMV9 | MPEG-2,H.264 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce 7350 LE draws 20W versus the GeForce 8400's 33W — a 49.1% difference. The GeForce 7350 LE is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce 7350 LE) vs 350W (GeForce 8400). Power connectors: Legacy vs Legacy. Card length: 167mm vs 170mm, occupying 1 vs 1 slots. Typical load temperature: 65 vs 65°C.
| Feature | GeForce 7350 LE | GeForce 8400 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 20W-39% | 33W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | Legacy | Legacy |
| Length | 167mm | 170mm |
| Height | 111mm | 106mm |
| Slots | 1 | 1 |
| Temp (Load) | 65 | 65°C |
| Perf/Watt | 3.7+48% | 2.5 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce 7350 LE launched at $30 MSRP and currently averages $10, while the GeForce 8400 launched at $45 and now averages $5. The GeForce 8400 costs 50% less ($5 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 7.4 (GeForce 7350 LE) vs 16.2 (GeForce 8400) — the GeForce 8400 offers 118.9% better value. The GeForce 7350 LE is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2014).
| Feature | GeForce 7350 LE | GeForce 8400 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $30-33% | $45 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $10 | $5-50% |
| Performance per Dollar | 7.4 | 16.2+119% |
| Codename | GP107 | GM108 |
| Release | February 10 2020 | March 17 2014 |
| Ranking | #597 | #850 |
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