GeForce 8400M GS vs GeForce GTX 1060

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. The GeForce 8400M GS is positioned at rank #637 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

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 8400M GS

#627

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

5220%

#629

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

4732%

#630

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

4719%

#634

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

4291%

#635

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

4262%

#637

GeForce 8400M GS

MSRP: $50|Avg: $20

100%

#638

Mobility Radeon HD 2400 XT

MSRP: $49|Avg: $49

100%

#639

GeForce 9100

MSRP: $40|Avg: $5

99%

#640

GeForce 8300

MSRP: $50|Avg: $50

98%

#641

GeForce 9600M GT

MSRP: $80|Avg: $20

98%

#642

Mobility Radeon HD 3430

MSRP: $49|Avg: $49

96%

#643

Mobility Radeon HD serie 4200

MSRP: $49|Avg: $10

95%

#644

GeForce 9500 GS

MSRP: $110|Avg: $10

94%

#645

GeForce 9300GE

MSRP: $50|Avg: $15

94%

#646

Mobility Radeon HD 3470 Hybrid X2

MSRP: $49|Avg: $49

92%

#647

GeForce 9500 GT

MSRP: $99|Avg: $15

91%

#648

Mobility Radeon HD 4270

MSRP: $49|Avg: $49

91%

#649

GeForce 8500 GT

MSRP: $89|Avg: $15

91%

#650

Mobility Radeon X1600

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

90%

#651

Radeon HD 3650 AGP

MSRP: $80|Avg: $20

90%

#652

GeForce 9400M G

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

90%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 1060 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 9576.9% higher G3D Mark score and 4700% more VRAM (6 GB vs 128 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce 8400M GS.

Insight	GeForce 8400M GS	GeForce GTX 1060
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-9576.9%)	✅Leading raw performance (+9576.9%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Maxwell (2014−2017))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Pascal (2016−2021))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+4700%)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	—	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 1060 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 1060 holds the technical lead. Priced at $20 (vs $60), it costs 67% less, resulting in a 3125.6% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce 8400M GS	GeForce GTX 1060
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+3125.6%)
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($20)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($60)

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 8400M GS Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 1060 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce 8400M GS and GeForce GTX 1060

GeForce 8400M GS

The GeForce 8400M GS is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 12 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: 104 points.

GeForce GTX 1060

The GeForce GTX 1060 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 27 2016. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1607 MHz to 1733 MHz. It has 2560 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 180W. Manufactured using 16 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 10,064 points. Launch price was $599.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GeForce 8400M GS scores 104 versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 10,064 — the GeForce GTX 1060 leads by 9576.9%. The GeForce 8400M GS is built on Maxwell while the GeForce GTX 1060 uses Pascal, both on 28 nm vs 16 nm. Shader units: 384 (GeForce 8400M GS) vs 2,560 (GeForce GTX 1060). Raw compute: 0.8632 TFLOPS (GeForce 8400M GS) vs 8.873 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1060). Boost clocks: 1124 MHz vs 1733 MHz.

Feature	GeForce 8400M GS	GeForce GTX 1060
G3D Mark Score	104	10,064+9577%
Architecture	Maxwell	Pascal
Process Node	28 nm	16 nm
Shading Units	384	2560+567%
Compute (TFLOPS)	0.8632 TFLOPS	8.873 TFLOPS+928%
Boost Clock	1124 MHz	1733 MHz+54%
ROPs	8	64+700%
TMUs	16	160+900%
L1 Cache	192 KB	960 KB+400%
L2 Cache	1 MB	2 MB+100%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce 8400M GS	GeForce GTX 1060
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 2.1 (Compatible)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	FSR 3 (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce 8400M GS comes with 128 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1060 has 6 GB. The GeForce GTX 1060 offers 4700% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 1 MB (GeForce 8400M GS) vs 2 MB (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce 8400M GS	GeForce GTX 1060
VRAM Capacity	0.125 GB	6 GB+4700%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Memory Bandwidth	Unknown	192 GB/s
Bus Width	128-bit	192-bit+50%
L2 Cache	1 MB	2 MB+100%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 10_0 (GeForce 8400M GS) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1060). OpenGL: 3.3 vs 4.5. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 4.

Feature	GeForce 8400M GS	GeForce GTX 1060
DirectX	10_0	12+20%
OpenGL	3.3	4.5+36%
Max Displays	2	4+100%

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: PureVideo (GeForce 8400M GS) vs NVENC (Pascal) (GeForce GTX 1060). Decoder: PureVideo vs NVDEC (Pascal). Supported codecs: H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1,WMV9 (GeForce 8400M GS) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC (GeForce GTX 1060).

Feature	GeForce 8400M GS	GeForce GTX 1060
Encoder	PureVideo	NVENC (Pascal)
Decoder	PureVideo	NVDEC (Pascal)
Codecs	H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1,WMV9	H.264,H.265/HEVC

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce 8400M GS draws 33W versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 180W — a 138% difference. The GeForce 8400M GS is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce 8400M GS) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 1060). Power connectors: Legacy vs 6-pin.

Feature	GeForce 8400M GS	GeForce GTX 1060
TDP	33W-82%	180W
Recommended PSU	350W-13%	400W
Power Connector	Legacy	6-pin
Length	—	173mm
Height	—	111mm
Slots	0-100%	2
Temp (Load)	80°C	—
Perf/Watt	3.2	55.9+1647%

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Value Analysis

The GeForce 8400M GS launched at $50 MSRP and currently averages $20, while the GeForce GTX 1060 launched at $249 and now averages $60. The GeForce 8400M GS costs 66.7% less ($40 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 5.2 (GeForce 8400M GS) vs 167.7 (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 offers 3125% better value. The GeForce GTX 1060 is the newer GPU (2016 vs 2014).