GeForce 9400 vs GeForce GTX 1060

GeForce 9400

2015Core: 1072 MHzBoost: 1176 MHz

GeForce GTX 1060

2016Core: 1607 MHzBoost: 1733 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

GeForce 9400

147

0.0%

GeForce RTX 4050 Mobile

GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU

GeForce GTX 1060

180

10,064

+6746.3%

GeForce GTX 680

GeForce GTX 970XM FORCE

GeForce RTX 2050 Mobile

GeForce GTX TITAN Z

GeForce GTX 980 Ti

GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile

GeForce RTX 2080 Ti

GeForce RTX 4080 Mobile

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. The GeForce 9400 is positioned at rank #616 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 9400

#605

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

4360%

#607

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

3953%

#608

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

3942%

#612

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

3585%

#613

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

3560%

#615

GeForce 9800 GTX/9800 GTX+

MSRP: $229|Avg: $40

100%

#616

GeForce 9400

MSRP: $59|Avg: $15

100%

#617

GeForce 7350 LE

MSRP: $30|Avg: $10

99%

#619

Mobility Radeon HD 3850

MSRP: $150|Avg: $15

98%

#620

Mobility Radeon HD 4870

MSRP: $299|Avg: $20

97%

#621

GeForce 9800M GT

MSRP: $160|Avg: $5

96%

#622

Radeon HD 7600G + HD 7400M Dual

MSRP: $140|Avg: $35

94%

#623

Radeon HD 8550G + 8670M Dual

MSRP: $250|Avg: $40

93%

#624

GeForce 8300 GS

MSRP: $50|Avg: $50

92%

#625

Mobility Radeon HD 3400 Serisi

MSRP: $49|Avg: $10

91%

#626

Radeon HD 8570D + HD 8470 Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $50

90%

#627

GeForce 9500M GS

MSRP: $60|Avg: $15

89%

#628

GeForce 8800 GS

MSRP: $150|Avg: $40

88%

#630

GeForce 9800 GTX+

MSRP: $229|Avg: $50

86%

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 6746.3% higher G3D Mark score and 1100% more VRAM (6 GB vs 512 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce 9400.

Insight	GeForce 9400	GeForce GTX 1060
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-6746.3%)	✅Leading raw performance (+6746.3%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell (2014−2017))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Pascal (2016−2021))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+1100%)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	📏 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 $15 (vs $60), it costs 75% less, resulting in a 1611.6% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce 9400	GeForce GTX 1060
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+1611.6%)
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($15)	⚠️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 9400 Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 1060 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce 9400 and GeForce GTX 1060

GeForce 9400

The GeForce 9400 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: 147 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 9400 scores 147 versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 10,064 — the GeForce GTX 1060 leads by 6746.3%. The GeForce 9400 is built on Maxwell while the GeForce GTX 1060 uses Pascal, both on 28 nm vs 16 nm. Shader units: 384 (GeForce 9400) vs 2,560 (GeForce GTX 1060). Raw compute: 0.9032 TFLOPS (GeForce 9400) vs 8.873 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1060). Boost clocks: 1176 MHz vs 1733 MHz.

Feature	GeForce 9400	GeForce GTX 1060
G3D Mark Score	147	10,064+6746%
Architecture	Maxwell	Pascal
Process Node	28 nm	16 nm
Shading Units	384	2560+567%
Compute (TFLOPS)	0.9032 TFLOPS	8.873 TFLOPS+882%
Boost Clock	1176 MHz	1733 MHz+47%
ROPs	8	64+700%
TMUs	24	160+567%
L1 Cache	192 KB	960 KB+400%
L2 Cache	1 MB	2 MB+100%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce 9400	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 9400 comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 1060 has 6 GB. The GeForce GTX 1060 offers 1100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 1 MB (GeForce 9400) vs 2 MB (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce 9400	GeForce GTX 1060
VRAM Capacity	0.5 GB	6 GB+1100%
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 (GeForce 9400) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1060). Vulkan: N/A vs 1.3. OpenGL: 3.3 vs 4.5. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 4.

Feature	GeForce 9400	GeForce GTX 1060
DirectX	10	12+20%
Vulkan	N/A	1.3
OpenGL	3.3	4.5+36%
Max Displays	2	4+100%

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: None (GeForce 9400) vs NVENC (Pascal) (GeForce GTX 1060). Decoder: PureVideo HD (VP2) vs NVDEC (Pascal). Supported codecs: H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1 (GeForce 9400) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC (GeForce GTX 1060).

Feature	GeForce 9400	GeForce GTX 1060
Encoder	None	NVENC (Pascal)
Decoder	PureVideo HD (VP2)	NVDEC (Pascal)
Codecs	H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1	H.264,H.265/HEVC

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce 9400 draws 33W versus the GeForce GTX 1060's 180W — a 138% difference. The GeForce 9400 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce 9400) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 1060). Power connectors: Legacy vs 6-pin. Card length: 168mm vs 173mm, occupying 1 vs 2 slots.

Feature	GeForce 9400	GeForce GTX 1060
TDP	33W-82%	180W
Recommended PSU	350W-13%	400W
Power Connector	Legacy	6-pin
Length	168mm	173mm
Height	111mm	111mm
Slots	1-50%	2
Temp (Load)	85	—
Perf/Watt	4.5	55.9+1142%

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Value Analysis

The GeForce 9400 launched at $59 MSRP and currently averages $15, while the GeForce GTX 1060 launched at $249 and now averages $60. The GeForce 9400 costs 75% less ($45 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 9.8 (GeForce 9400) vs 167.7 (GeForce GTX 1060) — the GeForce GTX 1060 offers 1611.2% better value. The GeForce GTX 1060 is the newer GPU (2016 vs 2015).