GeForce 9400 GT vs Quadro FX 580
GeForce 9400 GT
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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 9400 GT is positioned at rank 573 and the Quadro FX 580 is on rank 355, so the Quadro FX 580 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GeForce 9400 GT
Performance Per Dollar Quadro FX 580
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The GeForce 9400 GT is significantly newer (2015 vs 2008). The GeForce 9400 GT likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Quadro FX 580 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce 9400 GT is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 5.5% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (1 GB vs 512 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Quadro FX 580.
| Insight | GeForce 9400 GT | Quadro FX 580 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+5.5%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-5.5%) |
| 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 9400 GT offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce 9400 GT holds the technical lead. Priced at $20 (vs $500), it costs 96% less, resulting in a 2538.1% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce 9400 GT | Quadro FX 580 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+2538.1%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($20) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($500) |
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 9400 GT and Quadro FX 580
GeForce 9400 GT
The GeForce 9400 GT is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 13 2015. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 1072 MHz to 1176 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 33W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 191 points.
Quadro FX 580
The Quadro FX 580 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: 181 points. Launch price was $3,499.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GeForce 9400 GT scores 191 versus the Quadro FX 580's 181 — the GeForce 9400 GT leads by 5.5%. The GeForce 9400 GT is built on Maxwell while the Quadro FX 580 uses Tesla 2.0, both on 28 nm vs 55 nm. Shader units: 384 (GeForce 9400 GT) vs 240 (Quadro FX 580). Raw compute: 0.9032 TFLOPS (GeForce 9400 GT) vs 0.6221 TFLOPS (Quadro FX 580).
| Feature | GeForce 9400 GT | Quadro FX 580 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 191+6% | 181 |
| Architecture | Maxwell | Tesla 2.0 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 55 nm |
| Shading Units | 384+60% | 240 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 0.9032 TFLOPS+45% | 0.6221 TFLOPS |
| ROPs | 8 | 32+300% |
| TMUs | 24 | 80+233% |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB+300% | 0.25 MB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce 9400 GT | Quadro FX 580 |
|---|---|---|
| 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)
The GeForce 9400 GT comes with 1 GB of VRAM, while the Quadro FX 580 has 512 MB. The GeForce 9400 GT offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 1 MB (GeForce 9400 GT) vs 0.25 MB (Quadro FX 580) — the GeForce 9400 GT has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce 9400 GT | Quadro FX 580 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 1 GB+100% | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 128-bit+100% | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB+300% | 0.25 MB |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce 9400 GT draws 33W versus the Quadro FX 580's 189W — a 140.5% difference. The GeForce 9400 GT is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce 9400 GT) vs 350W (Quadro FX 580). Power connectors: Legacy vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | GeForce 9400 GT | Quadro FX 580 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 33W-83% | 189W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | Legacy | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 168mm | — |
| Height | 111mm | — |
| Slots | 1 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 65°C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 5.8+480% | 1.0 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce 9400 GT launched at $59 MSRP and currently averages $20, while the Quadro FX 580 launched at $199 and now averages $500. The GeForce 9400 GT costs 96% less ($480 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 9.6 (GeForce 9400 GT) vs 0.4 (Quadro FX 580) — the GeForce 9400 GT offers 2300% better value. The GeForce 9400 GT is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2008).
| Feature | GeForce 9400 GT | Quadro FX 580 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $59-70% | $199 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $20-96% | $500 |
| Performance per Dollar | 9.6+2300% | 0.4 |
| Codename | GM108 | GT200B |
| Release | March 13 2015 | November 11 2008 |
| Ranking | #847 | #815 |
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