Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5) vs T400

Performance Spectrum - GPU

Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5)

30

3,500

0.0%

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

Radeon RX 6850M

Radeon RX 5700 XT 50th Anniversary

GeForce RTX 5060

T400

30

3,609

+3.1%

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 Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5) is positioned at rank 222 and the T400 is on rank 80, so the T400 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 Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5)

#52

Radeon 8060S

MSRP: $800|Avg: $800

96%

#53

Radeon RX 6850M XT

MSRP: $800|Avg: $800

93%

#212

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

465%

#214

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

422%

#215

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

421%

#219

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

383%

#220

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

380%

#222

Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5)

MSRP: $150|Avg: $75

100%

#224

GeForce GT 640M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

97%

#228

GeForce GT 750M Mac Edition

MSRP: $149|Avg: $40

95%

#230

Maxwell GPU Surface Book

MSRP: $150|Avg: $75

95%

#235

Radeon RX 540

MSRP: $99|Avg: $40

92%

#236

Radeon HD 6750M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $60

91%

#237

Radeon HD 7570M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $15

90%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar T400

#38

Radeon PRO W6600X

MSRP: $699|Avg: $699

94%

#41

Quadro RTX 3000 (móvel)

MSRP: $600|Avg: $600

90%

#42

Radeon Pro W5700

MSRP: $799|Avg: $300

90%

#43

Radeon Pro W5700X

MSRP: $999|Avg: $999

88%

#44

RTX A4000

MSRP: $1111|Avg: $1111

87%

#45

RTX PRO 2000 Blackwell

MSRP: $849|Avg: $748

84%

#46

Quadro RTX 4000

MSRP: $899|Avg: $220

83%

#65

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

737%

#80

T400

MSRP: $180|Avg: $179

100%

#86

Quadro P3200

MSRP: $500|Avg: $63

86%

#89

Quadro P2000

MSRP: $425|Avg: $190

82%

#90

Quadro T1000

MSRP: $400|Avg: $425

81%

#93

Radeon Pro 580

MSRP: $500|Avg: $150

77%

#94

T1000 8GB

MSRP: $500|Avg: $380

77%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The T400 is significantly newer (2021 vs 2015). The T400 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5) lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The T400 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 3.1% 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 Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5).

Insight	Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5)	T400
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-3.1%)	✅Leading raw performance (+3.1%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell (2014−2017))	Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+100%)
Efficiency	Normal Efficiency	Normal Efficiency
Case Fit	—	—

💎 Value Proposition

The Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5) offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $75 versus $179 for the T400, it costs 58% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 131.5% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5)	T400
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+131.5%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($75)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($179)

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.

Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5) Benchmark Check

T400 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5) and T400

Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5)

The Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5) is manufactured by an unknown manufacturer. It was released in October 1 2015. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 954 MHz to 993 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 30W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,500 points.

T400

The T400 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: 3,609 points.

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Graphics Performance

The Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5) scores 3,500 and the T400 reaches 3,609 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 3.1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5) is built on Maxwell while the T400 uses Turing, both on 28 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 384 (Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5)) vs 384 (T400). Boost clocks: 993 MHz vs 1425 MHz.

Feature	Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5)	T400
G3D Mark Score	3,500	3,609+3%
Architecture	Maxwell	Turing
Process Node	28 nm	12 nm
Shading Units	384	384
Boost Clock	993 MHz	1425 MHz+44%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5)	T400
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5) comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the T400 has 4 GB. The T400 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit.

Feature	Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5)	T400
VRAM Capacity	2 GB	4 GB+100%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	128-bit+100%	64-bit

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Power & Dimensions

The Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5) draws 30W versus the T400's 30W — a 0% difference. The T400 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5)) vs 350W (T400). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.

Feature	Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5)	T400
TDP	30W	30W
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	PCIe-powered
Slots	0	—
Temp (Load)	75	—
Perf/Watt	116.7	120.3+3%

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Value Analysis

The Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5) launched at $150 MSRP and currently averages $75, while the T400 launched at $180 and now averages $179. The Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5) costs 58.1% less ($104 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 46.7 (Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5)) vs 20.2 (T400) — the Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5) offers 131.2% better value. The T400 is the newer GPU (2021 vs 2015).