GeForce 8400 GS vs Quadro FX 3450

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 8400 GS is positioned at rank 461 and the Quadro FX 3450 is on rank 337, so the Quadro FX 3450 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar GeForce 8400 GS

#450

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

1999%

#452

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

1813%

#453

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

1808%

#457

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

1644%

#458

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

1633%

#460

Mobility Radeon HD 550v

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

100%

#461

GeForce 8400 GS

MSRP: $30|Avg: $30

100%

#462

Radeon HD 8280G

MSRP: $50|Avg: $50

99%

#463

Radeon R7 M340

MSRP: $120|Avg: $35

99%

#464

Qualcomm Adreno 690 GPU

MSRP: $200|Avg: $100

99%

#465

Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8790M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $45

98%

#466

Radeon HD 8550G + 8570M Dual

MSRP: $100|Avg: $100

98%

#467

Radeon R5 M230

MSRP: $80|Avg: $25

98%

#468

Radeon R9 M275X / M375

MSRP: $300|Avg: $300

97%

#469

Radeon HD 8650G + 8750M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $30

97%

#470

Radeon R9 M370X

MSRP: $300|Avg: $100

96%

#471

Radeon HD 8280

MSRP: $50|Avg: $50

96%

#472

GeForce GTX 850A

MSRP: $150|Avg: $50

94%

#473

Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8600/8700M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

94%

#474

Mobility Radeon HD 5730

MSRP: $100|Avg: $20

94%

#475

Radeon R7 A10-7700K

MSRP: $152|Avg: $118

94%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar Quadro FX 3450

#117

L40

MSRP: $31000|Avg: $8174

84%

#322

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

11818%

#337

Quadro FX 3450

MSRP: $119|Avg: $30

100%

#338

GRID P40-24Q

MSRP: $5699|Avg: $200

99%

#339

Quadro 4000

MSRP: $1199|Avg: $30

98%

#340

FireStream 9250

MSRP: $999|Avg: $49

94%

#341

GRID P40-3Q

MSRP: $5699|Avg: $5699

92%

#342

GRID M10-2Q

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $150

86%

#343

Tesla K80

MSRP: $5000|Avg: $50

86%

#344

GRID M10-4Q

MSRP: $2805|Avg: $340

85%

#346

GRID M10-8Q

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $500

83%

#347

FirePro V8700

MSRP: $1499|Avg: $170

82%

#348

Quadro FX 3800

MSRP: $799|Avg: $20

82%

#350

GRID K520

MSRP: $3599|Avg: $50

78%

#351

GRID P40-12Q

MSRP: $5699|Avg: $5699

78%

#352

FirePro 2270

MSRP: $149|Avg: $30

76%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The GeForce 8400 GS is significantly newer (2014 vs 2008). The GeForce 8400 GS likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Quadro FX 3450 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce 8400 GS is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 9.4% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (512 MB vs 256 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Quadro FX 3450.

Insight	GeForce 8400 GS	Quadro FX 3450
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+9.4%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-9.4%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Maxwell (2014−2017))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / Tesla 2.0 (2007−2013))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	✅ More VRAM (+100%)	❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	—

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce 8400 GS offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce 8400 GS holds the technical lead. Priced at $30 (vs $30), it costs 0% less, resulting in a 9.4% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce 8400 GS	Quadro FX 3450
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+9.4%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing

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.

GeForce 8400 GS Benchmark Check

Quadro FX 3450 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce 8400 GS and Quadro FX 3450

GeForce 8400 GS

The GeForce 8400 GS 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: 163 points.

Quadro FX 3450

The Quadro FX 3450 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in November 11 2008. It features the Tesla 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 610 MHz. It has 240 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 189W. Manufactured using 55 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 149 points. Launch price was $3,499.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce 8400 GS scores 163 versus the Quadro FX 3450's 149 — the GeForce 8400 GS leads by 9.4%. The GeForce 8400 GS is built on Maxwell while the Quadro FX 3450 uses Tesla 2.0, both on 28 nm vs 55 nm. Shader units: 384 (GeForce 8400 GS) vs 240 (Quadro FX 3450). Raw compute: 0.8632 TFLOPS (GeForce 8400 GS) vs 0.6221 TFLOPS (Quadro FX 3450).

Feature	GeForce 8400 GS	Quadro FX 3450
G3D Mark Score	163+9%	149
Architecture	Maxwell	Tesla 2.0
Process Node	28 nm	55 nm
Shading Units	384+60%	240
Compute (TFLOPS)	0.8632 TFLOPS+39%	0.6221 TFLOPS
ROPs	8	32+300%
TMUs	16	80+400%
L2 Cache	1 MB+300%	0.25 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce 8400 GS	Quadro FX 3450
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce 8400 GS comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the Quadro FX 3450 has 256 MB. The GeForce 8400 GS offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 1 MB (GeForce 8400 GS) vs 0.25 MB (Quadro FX 3450) — the GeForce 8400 GS has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce 8400 GS	Quadro FX 3450
VRAM Capacity	0.5 GB+100%	0.25 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	128-bit+100%	64-bit
L2 Cache	1 MB+300%	0.25 MB

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce 8400 GS draws 33W versus the Quadro FX 3450's 189W — a 140.5% difference. The GeForce 8400 GS is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce 8400 GS) vs 350W (Quadro FX 3450). Power connectors: Legacy vs PCIe-powered.

Feature	GeForce 8400 GS	Quadro FX 3450
TDP	33W-83%	189W
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	Legacy	PCIe-powered
Length	170mm	—
Height	106mm	—
Slots	1	—
Temp (Load)	65°C	—
Perf/Watt	4.9+513%	0.8

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Value Analysis

The GeForce 8400 GS launched at $30 MSRP and currently averages $30, while the Quadro FX 3450 launched at $119 and now averages $30. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 5.4 (GeForce 8400 GS) vs 5.0 (Quadro FX 3450) — the GeForce 8400 GS offers 8% better value. The GeForce 8400 GS is the newer GPU (2014 vs 2008).