GeForce GT 740 vs Quadro 4000
GeForce GT 740
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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 GT 740 is positioned at rank 89 and the Quadro 4000 is on rank 339, so the GeForce GT 740 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GeForce GT 740
Performance Per Dollar Quadro 4000
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Quadro 4000 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 3.2% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (2 GB vs 1 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GT 740.
| Insight | GeForce GT 740 | Quadro 4000 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-3.2%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+3.2%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Kepler (2012−2018)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi (2010−2014)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+100%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The Quadro 4000 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Quadro 4000 holds the technical lead. Priced at $30 (vs $89), it costs 66% less, resulting in a 206.2% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce GT 740 | Quadro 4000 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+206.2%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($89) | ✅More affordable ($30) |
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 GT 740 and Quadro 4000
GeForce GT 740
The GeForce GT 740 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 29 2014. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 993 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 64W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,429 points. Launch price was $89.
Quadro 4000
The Quadro 4000 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in November 2 2010. It features the Fermi architecture. The core clock speed is 475 MHz. It has 256 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 142W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,475 points. Launch price was $1,199.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce GT 740 scores 1,429 and the Quadro 4000 reaches 1,475 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 3.2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GT 740 is built on Kepler while the Quadro 4000 uses Fermi, both on 28 nm vs 40 nm. Shader units: 384 (GeForce GT 740) vs 256 (Quadro 4000). Raw compute: 0.7626 TFLOPS (GeForce GT 740) vs 0.4864 TFLOPS (Quadro 4000).
| Feature | GeForce GT 740 | Quadro 4000 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,429 | 1,475+3% |
| Architecture | Kepler | Fermi |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 40 nm |
| Shading Units | 384+50% | 256 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 0.7626 TFLOPS+57% | 0.4864 TFLOPS |
| ROPs | 16 | 32+100% |
| TMUs | 32 | 32 |
| L1 Cache | 32 KB | 512 KB+1500% |
| L2 Cache | 256 KB | 512 KB+100% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GT 740 | Quadro 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 |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce GT 740 comes with 1 GB of VRAM, while the Quadro 4000 has 2 GB. The Quadro 4000 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 256 KB (GeForce GT 740) vs 512 KB (Quadro 4000) — the Quadro 4000 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce GT 740 | Quadro 4000 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 1 GB | 2 GB+100% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 256 KB | 512 KB+100% |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GT 740 draws 64W versus the Quadro 4000's 142W — a 75.7% difference. The GeForce GT 740 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GT 740) vs 350W (Quadro 4000). Power connectors: None vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | GeForce GT 740 | Quadro 4000 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 64W-55% | 142W |
| Recommended PSU | 300W-14% | 350W |
| Power Connector | None | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 145mm | — |
| Height | 111mm | — |
| Slots | 1 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 75 | — |
| Perf/Watt | 22.3+114% | 10.4 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GT 740 launched at $89 MSRP and currently averages $89, while the Quadro 4000 launched at $1199 and now averages $30. The Quadro 4000 costs 66.3% less ($59 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 16.1 (GeForce GT 740) vs 49.2 (Quadro 4000) — the Quadro 4000 offers 205.6% better value. The GeForce GT 740 is the newer GPU (2014 vs 2010).
| Feature | GeForce GT 740 | Quadro 4000 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $89-93% | $1199 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $89 | $30-66% |
| Performance per Dollar | 16.1 | 49.2+206% |
| Codename | GK107 | GF100 |
| Release | May 29 2014 | November 2 2010 |
| Ranking | #777 | #770 |
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