Quadro FX 3450 vs GeForce 8400 GS
Quadro FX 3450
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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 Quadro FX 3450 is positioned at rank 337 and the GeForce 8400 GS is on rank 461, so the Quadro FX 3450 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Quadro FX 3450
Performance Per Dollar GeForce 8400 GS
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The GeForce 8400 GS is significantly newer (2014 vs 2008). The GeForce 8400 GS likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Quadro FX 3450 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce 8400 GS is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 9.4% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (512 MB vs 256 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Quadro FX 3450.
| Insight | Quadro FX 3450 | GeForce 8400 GS |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-9.4%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+9.4%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / Tesla 2.0 (2007−2013)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Maxwell (2014−2017)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+100%) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | — | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce 8400 GS offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce 8400 GS holds the technical lead. Priced at $30 (vs $30), it costs 0% less, resulting in a 9.4% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Quadro FX 3450 | GeForce 8400 GS |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+9.4%) |
| Upfront Cost | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
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 Quadro FX 3450 and GeForce 8400 GS
Quadro FX 3450
The Quadro FX 3450 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in November 11 2008. It features the Tesla 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 610 MHz. It has 240 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 189W. Manufactured using 55 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 149 points. Launch price was $3,499.
GeForce 8400 GS
The GeForce 8400 GS is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 17 2014. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 1029 MHz to 1124 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 33W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 163 points.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the Quadro FX 3450 scores 149 versus the GeForce 8400 GS's 163 — the GeForce 8400 GS leads by 9.4%. The Quadro FX 3450 is built on Tesla 2.0 while the GeForce 8400 GS uses Maxwell, both on 55 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 240 (Quadro FX 3450) vs 384 (GeForce 8400 GS). Raw compute: 0.6221 TFLOPS (Quadro FX 3450) vs 0.8632 TFLOPS (GeForce 8400 GS).
| Feature | Quadro FX 3450 | GeForce 8400 GS |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 149 | 163+9% |
| Architecture | Tesla 2.0 | Maxwell |
| Process Node | 55 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 240 | 384+60% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 0.6221 TFLOPS | 0.8632 TFLOPS+39% |
| ROPs | 32+300% | 8 |
| TMUs | 80+400% | 16 |
| L2 Cache | 0.25 MB | 1 MB+300% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Quadro FX 3450 | GeForce 8400 GS |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Quadro FX 3450 comes with 256 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce 8400 GS has 512 MB. The GeForce 8400 GS offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 0.25 MB (Quadro FX 3450) vs 1 MB (GeForce 8400 GS) — the GeForce 8400 GS has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | Quadro FX 3450 | GeForce 8400 GS |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.25 GB | 0.5 GB+100% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 128-bit+100% |
| L2 Cache | 0.25 MB | 1 MB+300% |
Power & Dimensions
The Quadro FX 3450 draws 189W versus the GeForce 8400 GS's 33W — a 140.5% difference. The GeForce 8400 GS is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro FX 3450) vs 350W (GeForce 8400 GS). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs Legacy.
| Feature | Quadro FX 3450 | GeForce 8400 GS |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 189W | 33W-83% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | Legacy |
| Length | — | 170mm |
| Height | — | 106mm |
| Slots | — | 1 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 65°C |
| Perf/Watt | 0.8 | 4.9+513% |
Value Analysis
The Quadro FX 3450 launched at $119 MSRP and currently averages $30, while the GeForce 8400 GS launched at $30 and now averages $30. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 5.0 (Quadro FX 3450) vs 5.4 (GeForce 8400 GS) — the GeForce 8400 GS offers 8% better value. The GeForce 8400 GS is the newer GPU (2014 vs 2008).
| Feature | Quadro FX 3450 | GeForce 8400 GS |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $119 | $30-75% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $30 | $30 |
| Performance per Dollar | 5.0 | 5.4+8% |
| Codename | GT200B | GM108 |
| Release | November 11 2008 | March 17 2014 |
| Ranking | #815 | #850 |
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