GeForce GTX 780M vs T400 4GB

Performance Spectrum - GPU

GeForce GTX 780M

122

3,845

+1.1%

GeForce GTX 745

GeForce GTX 950M

GeForce GTX 675MX

GeForce GTX 650 Ti BOOST

GeForce GTX 1060 (móvel)

GeForce GTX 980 SLI (móvel)

GeForce RTX 3060 12GB

GeForce RTX 2080 Ti

T400 4GB

30

3,803

0.0%

GeForce GTX 980 SLI (móvel)

GeForce RTX 3060 12GB

GeForce RTX 2080 Ti

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 GTX 780M is positioned at rank 212 and the T400 4GB is on rank 63, so the T400 4GB 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 GTX 780M

#52

Radeon 8060S

MSRP: $800|Avg: $800

88%

#202

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

424%

#204

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

384%

#205

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

383%

#209

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

348%

#210

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

346%

#212

GeForce GTX 780M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $60

100%

#216

Radeon 8040S

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

95%

#217

Radeon R7 +8G

MSRP: $49|Avg: $20

95%

#221

Radeon HD 6550A

MSRP: $30|Avg: $30

92%

#222

Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5)

MSRP: $150|Avg: $75

91%

#224

GeForce GT 640M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

88%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar T400 4GB

#28

Quadro P5200

MSRP: $500|Avg: $240

97%

#29

Radeon PRO W7700

MSRP: $999|Avg: $999

97%

#30

Radeon PRO W6600

MSRP: $649|Avg: $649

96%

#32

Radeon AI PRO R9700

MSRP: $1299|Avg: $1450

92%

#33

Radeon Pro Vega 64

MSRP: $599|Avg: $114

90%

#48

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

618%

#63

T400 4GB

MSRP: $159|Avg: $99

100%

#64

Radeon Pro 5300

MSRP: $300|Avg: $150

99%

#69

Radeon Pro W5500

MSRP: $399|Avg: $300

93%

#72

Quadro P2200

MSRP: $429|Avg: $227

91%

#73

T1000

MSRP: $350|Avg: $382

91%

#74

Quadro P620

MSRP: $170|Avg: $48

91%

#78

Radeon Pro 570

MSRP: $300|Avg: $100

88%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The T400 4GB is significantly newer (2021 vs 2013). The T400 4GB likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GTX 780M lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 780M is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.1% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (4 GB vs 2 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the T400 4GB.

Insight	GeForce GTX 780M	T400 4GB
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+1.1%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.1%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018))	Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	✅ More VRAM (+100%)	❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	—	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 780M offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $60 versus $99 for the T400 4GB, it costs 39% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 66.8% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce GTX 780M	T400 4GB
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+66.8%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($60)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($99)

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 GTX 780M Benchmark Check

T400 4GB Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 780M and T400 4GB

GeForce GTX 780M

The GeForce GTX 780M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 11 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 823 MHz to 797 MHz. It has 1536 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 122W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,845 points.

T400 4GB

The T400 4GB is manufactured by an unknown manufacturer. It was released in May 6 2021. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 420 MHz to 1425 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 30W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,803 points.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 780M scores 3,845 and the T400 4GB reaches 3,803 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 780M is built on Kepler while the T400 4GB uses Turing, both on 28 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 1,536 (GeForce GTX 780M) vs 384 (T400 4GB). Raw compute: 2.448 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 780M) vs 1.094 TFLOPS (T400 4GB). Boost clocks: 797 MHz vs 1425 MHz.

Feature	GeForce GTX 780M	T400 4GB
G3D Mark Score	3,845+1%	3,803
Architecture	Kepler	Turing
Process Node	28 nm	12 nm
Shading Units	1536+300%	384
Compute (TFLOPS)	2.448 TFLOPS+124%	1.094 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	797 MHz	1425 MHz+79%
ROPs	32+100%	16
TMUs	128+433%	24
L1 Cache	128 KB	384 KB+200%
L2 Cache	0.5 MB	1 MB+100%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 780M	T400 4GB
Upscaling Tech	FSR 2.1 (Compatible)	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	FSR 3 (Compatible)	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce GTX 780M comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the T400 4GB has 2 GB. The GeForce GTX 780M offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 256-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 0.5 MB (GeForce GTX 780M) vs 1 MB (T400 4GB) — the T400 4GB has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce GTX 780M	T400 4GB
VRAM Capacity	4 GB+100%	2 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	256-bit+300%	64-bit
L2 Cache	0.5 MB	1 MB+100%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (11_0) (GeForce GTX 780M) vs 12_0 (T400 4GB). Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 3.

Feature	GeForce GTX 780M	T400 4GB
DirectX	12 (11_0)	12_0
Max Displays	4+33%	3

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: 1st Gen NVENC (Kepler) (GeForce GTX 780M) vs NVENC 7th Gen (T400 4GB). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP5 vs NVDEC 4th Gen.

Feature	GeForce GTX 780M	T400 4GB
Encoder	1st Gen NVENC (Kepler)	NVENC 7th Gen
Decoder	PureVideo HD VP5	NVDEC 4th Gen
Codecs	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2	—

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 780M draws 122W versus the T400 4GB's 30W — a 121.1% difference. The T400 4GB is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GTX 780M) vs 350W (T400 4GB). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs PCIe-powered.

Feature	GeForce GTX 780M	T400 4GB
TDP	122W	30W-75%
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	1x 6-pin	PCIe-powered
Length	—	156mm
Slots	0-100%	1
Temp (Load)	80°C	—
Perf/Watt	31.5	126.8+303%

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 780M costs 39.4% less ($39 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 64.1 (GeForce GTX 780M) vs 38.4 (T400 4GB) — the GeForce GTX 780M offers 66.9% better value. The T400 4GB is the newer GPU (2021 vs 2013).