GeForce 9300 GS vs Quadro FX 4000

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.

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

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar Quadro FX 4000

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Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

295460%

#423

Quadro FX 4000

MSRP: $2199|Avg: $50

100%

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RADEON IGP 320

MSRP: $100|Avg: $20

80%

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Quadro FX 500/FX 600

MSRP: $449|Avg: $15

40%

#426

Quadro FX 2000

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $40

20%

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GRID V100-8Q

MSRP: $10000|Avg: $10000

0%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The GeForce 9300 GS is significantly newer (2015 vs 2008). The GeForce 9300 GS likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Quadro FX 4000 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce 9300 GS is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Quadro FX 4000.

Insight	GeForce 9300 GS	Quadro FX 4000
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+1%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell (2014−2017))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / Tesla 2.0 (2007−2013))
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	—

💎 Value Proposition

While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce 9300 GS remains the clear technical winner. Check real-time availability to determine if the performance gap justifies the market price.

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 9300 GS Benchmark Check

Quadro FX 4000 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce 9300 GS and Quadro FX 4000

GeForce 9300 GS

The GeForce 9300 GS is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 13 2015. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 928 MHz to 941 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 33W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 102 points.

Quadro FX 4000

The Quadro FX 4000 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in November 11 2008. It features the Tesla 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 602 MHz. It has 192 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 55 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 101 points. Launch price was $1,799.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce 9300 GS scores 102 and the Quadro FX 4000 reaches 101 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce 9300 GS is built on Maxwell while the Quadro FX 4000 uses Tesla 2.0, both on 28 nm vs 55 nm. Shader units: 384 (GeForce 9300 GS) vs 192 (Quadro FX 4000). Raw compute: 0.7227 TFLOPS (GeForce 9300 GS) vs 0.4623 TFLOPS (Quadro FX 4000).

Feature	GeForce 9300 GS	Quadro FX 4000
G3D Mark Score	102	101
Architecture	Maxwell	Tesla 2.0
Process Node	28 nm	55 nm
Shading Units	384+100%	192
Compute (TFLOPS)	0.7227 TFLOPS+56%	0.4623 TFLOPS
ROPs	8	24+200%
TMUs	24	64+167%
L2 Cache	1 MB+426%	0.19 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce 9300 GS	Quadro FX 4000
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)

Both cards feature 256 MB of GDDR5. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 1 MB (GeForce 9300 GS) vs 0.19 MB (Quadro FX 4000) — the GeForce 9300 GS has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce 9300 GS	Quadro FX 4000
VRAM Capacity	0.25 GB	0.25 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	128-bit+100%	64-bit
L2 Cache	1 MB+426%	0.19 MB

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce 9300 GS draws 33W versus the Quadro FX 4000's 150W — a 127.9% difference. The GeForce 9300 GS is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce 9300 GS) vs 350W (Quadro FX 4000). Power connectors: Legacy vs PCIe-powered.

Feature	GeForce 9300 GS	Quadro FX 4000
TDP	33W-78%	150W
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	Legacy	PCIe-powered
Length	170mm	—
Height	106mm	—
Slots	1	—
Temp (Load)	65°C	—
Perf/Watt	3.1+343%	0.7

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Value Analysis

The GeForce 9300 GS launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $0, while the Quadro FX 4000 launched at $2199 and now averages $50. The GeForce 9300 GS costs 100+% less ($50 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): Infinity (GeForce 9300 GS) vs 2.0 (Quadro FX 4000) — the GeForce 9300 GS offers Infinity% better value. The GeForce 9300 GS is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2008).