GeForce 9300GE 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. The GeForce 9300GE is positioned at rank 644 and the Quadro FX 4000 is on rank 423, so the Quadro FX 4000 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 9300GE

#633

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

5539%

#635

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

5021%

#636

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

5008%

#640

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

4554%

#641

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

4523%

#643

GeForce 9500 GS

MSRP: $110|Avg: $10

100%

#644

GeForce 9300GE

MSRP: $50|Avg: $15

100%

#645

Mobility Radeon HD 3470 Hybrid X2

MSRP: $49|Avg: $49

98%

#646

Mobility Radeon HD 4270

MSRP: $49|Avg: $49

97%

#647

GeForce 9500 GT

MSRP: $99|Avg: $15

97%

#648

GeForce 8500 GT

MSRP: $89|Avg: $15

97%

#649

Mobility Radeon X1600

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

96%

#650

Radeon HD 3650 AGP

MSRP: $80|Avg: $20

96%

#651

GeForce 9400M G

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

96%

#652

GeForce 9600M GS

MSRP: $70|Avg: $20

95%

#653

Mobility Radeon HD 3470

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

95%

#654

Mobility Radeon HD 4200

MSRP: $49|Avg: $45

95%

#655

GeForce 8800 GT

MSRP: $249|Avg: $25

94%

#656

GeForce 8400

MSRP: $45|Avg: $5

92%

#657

GeForce 9800M GTS

MSRP: $200|Avg: $15

91%

#658

GeForce 8600 GS

MSRP: $100|Avg: $15

91%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar Quadro FX 4000

#408

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

295460%

#423

Quadro FX 4000

MSRP: $2199|Avg: $50

100%

#424

RADEON IGP 320

MSRP: $100|Avg: $20

80%

#425

Quadro FX 500/FX 600

MSRP: $449|Avg: $15

40%

#426

Quadro FX 2000

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $40

20%

#427

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 9300GE is significantly newer (2015 vs 2008). The GeForce 9300GE 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 Quadro FX 4000 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 3.1% higher G3D Mark score. However, the GeForce 9300GE offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.

Insight	GeForce 9300GE	Quadro FX 4000
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-3.1%)	✅Leading raw performance (+3.1%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / 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 9300GE offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce 9300GE holds the technical lead. Priced at $15 (vs $50), it costs 70% less, resulting in a 223.4% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce 9300GE	Quadro FX 4000
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+223.4%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($15)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($50)

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 9300GE Benchmark Check

Quadro FX 4000 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

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

GeForce 9300GE

The GeForce 9300GE 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: 98 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 9300GE scores 98 and the Quadro FX 4000 reaches 101 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 3.1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce 9300GE is built on Maxwell while the Quadro FX 4000 uses Tesla 2.0, both on 28 nm vs 55 nm. Shader units: 384 (GeForce 9300GE) vs 192 (Quadro FX 4000). Raw compute: 0.7227 TFLOPS (GeForce 9300GE) vs 0.4623 TFLOPS (Quadro FX 4000).

Feature	GeForce 9300GE	Quadro FX 4000
G3D Mark Score	98	101+3%
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 9300GE	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)

The GeForce 9300GE comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the Quadro FX 4000 has 256 MB. The GeForce 9300GE offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 1 MB (GeForce 9300GE) vs 0.19 MB (Quadro FX 4000) — the GeForce 9300GE has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce 9300GE	Quadro FX 4000
VRAM Capacity	0.5 GB+100%	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 9300GE draws 33W versus the Quadro FX 4000's 150W — a 127.9% difference. The GeForce 9300GE is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce 9300GE) vs 350W (Quadro FX 4000). Power connectors: Legacy vs PCIe-powered.

Feature	GeForce 9300GE	Quadro FX 4000
TDP	33W-78%	150W
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	Legacy	PCIe-powered
Length	168mm	—
Height	69mm	—
Slots	1	—
Temp (Load)	75	—
Perf/Watt	3.0+329%	0.7

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Value Analysis

The GeForce 9300GE launched at $50 MSRP and currently averages $15, while the Quadro FX 4000 launched at $2199 and now averages $50. The GeForce 9300GE costs 70% less ($35 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 6.5 (GeForce 9300GE) vs 2.0 (Quadro FX 4000) — the GeForce 9300GE offers 225% better value. The GeForce 9300GE is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2008).