GRID P40-1Q vs T400 4GB
GRID P40-1Q
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T400 4GB
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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 GRID P40-1Q is positioned at rank 332 and the T400 4GB is on rank 63, so the T400 4GB offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GRID P40-1Q
Performance Per Dollar T400 4GB
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The T400 4GB is significantly newer (2021 vs 2015). The T400 4GB likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GRID P40-1Q lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GRID P40-1Q is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.9% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the T400 4GB.
| Insight | GRID P40-1Q | T400 4GB |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.9%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.9%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019)) | Turing (2018−2022) (12nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The T400 4GB offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $99 versus $150 for the GRID P40-1Q, it costs 34% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 50.1% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GRID P40-1Q | T400 4GB |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+50.1%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($150) | ✅More affordable ($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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of GRID P40-1Q and T400 4GB
GRID P40-1Q
The GRID P40-1Q is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in August 30 2015. It features the Maxwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 557 MHz to 1178 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 225W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,839 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.
Graphics Performance
The GRID P40-1Q scores 3,839 and the T400 4GB reaches 3,803 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.9% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GRID P40-1Q is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the T400 4GB uses Turing, both on 28 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 2,048 (GRID P40-1Q) vs 384 (T400 4GB). Raw compute: 4.825 TFLOPS (GRID P40-1Q) vs 1.094 TFLOPS (T400 4GB). Boost clocks: 1178 MHz vs 1425 MHz.
| Feature | GRID P40-1Q | T400 4GB |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 3,839 | 3,803 |
| Architecture | Maxwell 2.0 | Turing |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 12 nm |
| Shading Units | 2048+433% | 384 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 4.825 TFLOPS+341% | 1.094 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 1178 MHz | 1425 MHz+21% |
| ROPs | 64+300% | 16 |
| TMUs | 128+433% | 24 |
| L1 Cache | 768 KB+100% | 384 KB |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB+100% | 1 MB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GRID P40-1Q | T400 4GB |
|---|---|---|
| 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)
Both cards feature 2 GB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 2 MB (GRID P40-1Q) vs 1 MB (T400 4GB) — the GRID P40-1Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GRID P40-1Q | T400 4GB |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | 2 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB+100% | 1 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12_1 (GRID P40-1Q) vs 12_0 (T400 4GB). Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 3.
| Feature | GRID P40-1Q | T400 4GB |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12_1 | 12_0 |
| Max Displays | 0 | 3 |
Power & Dimensions
The GRID P40-1Q draws 225W versus the T400 4GB's 30W — a 152.9% difference. The T400 4GB is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID P40-1Q) vs 350W (T400 4GB). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 1mm vs 156mm, occupying 0 vs 1 slots.
| Feature | GRID P40-1Q | T400 4GB |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 225W | 30W-87% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 1mm | 156mm |
| Slots | 0-100% | 1 |
| Perf/Watt | 17.1 | 126.8+642% |
Value Analysis
The GRID P40-1Q launched at $3000 MSRP and currently averages $150, while the T400 4GB launched at $159 and now averages $99. The T400 4GB costs 34% less ($51 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 25.6 (GRID P40-1Q) vs 38.4 (T400 4GB) — the T400 4GB offers 50% better value. The T400 4GB is the newer GPU (2021 vs 2015).
| Feature | GRID P40-1Q | T400 4GB |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $3000 | $159-95% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $150 | $99-34% |
| Performance per Dollar | 25.6 | 38.4+50% |
| Codename | GM204 | TU117 |
| Release | August 30 2015 | May 6 2021 |
| Ranking | #525 | #518 |
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