Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 3.8 TFLOPS vs RTX A400
Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 3.8 TFLOPS
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Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 3.8 TFLOPS is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.3% higher G3D Mark score. However, the RTX A400 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 3.8 TFLOPS | RTX A400 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.3%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.3%) |
| Longevity | Legacy (4nm) | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+100+%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 3.8 TFLOPS remains the clear technical winner. Check real-time availability to determine if the performance gap justifies the market price.
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 Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 3.8 TFLOPS and RTX A400
Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 3.8 TFLOPS
The Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 3.8 TFLOPS is manufactured by Qualcomm. It was released in October 26 2023. The boost clock speed is 1250 MHz. It has 1536 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 30W. Manufactured using 4 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 6,000 points.
RTX A400
The RTX A400 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in April 16 2024. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 727 MHz to 1762 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 6 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 5,983 points.
Graphics Performance
The Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 3.8 TFLOPS scores 6,000 and the RTX A400 reaches 5,983 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.3% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. Shader units: 1,536 (Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 3.8 TFLOPS) vs 768 (RTX A400). Boost clocks: 1250 MHz vs 1762 MHz.
| Feature | Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 3.8 TFLOPS | RTX A400 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 6,000 | 5,983 |
| Process Node | 4 nm | 8 nm |
| Shading Units | 1536+100% | 768 |
| Boost Clock | 1250 MHz | 1762 MHz+41% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 3.8 TFLOPS | RTX A400 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 3.8 TFLOPS comes with 0 MB of VRAM, while the RTX A400 has 4 GB. The RTX A400 offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 3.8 TFLOPS | RTX A400 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | Shared System RAM | 4 GB |
| Memory Type | Shared | GDDR6 |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 128-bit |
Power & Dimensions
The Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 3.8 TFLOPS draws 30W versus the RTX A400's 50W — a 50% difference. The Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 3.8 TFLOPS is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 3.8 TFLOPS) vs 350W (RTX A400). Power connectors: Integrated vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 3.8 TFLOPS | RTX A400 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 30W-40% | 50W |
| Recommended PSU | 1W-100% | 350W |
| Power Connector | Integrated | PCIe-powered |
| Perf/Watt | 200.0+67% | 119.7 |
Value Analysis
The Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 3.8 TFLOPS launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $0, while the RTX A400 launched at $135 and now averages $135. The Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 3.8 TFLOPS costs 100+% less ($135 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): Infinity (Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 3.8 TFLOPS) vs 44.3 (RTX A400) — the Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 3.8 TFLOPS offers Infinity% better value. The RTX A400 is the newer GPU (2024 vs 2023).
| Feature | Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 3.8 TFLOPS | RTX A400 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $0-100% | $135 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $0-100% | $135 |
| Performance per Dollar | Infinity | 44.3 |
| Codename | — | GA107 |
| Release | October 26 2023 | April 16 2024 |
| Ranking | #459 | #397 |
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