Radeon HD 2400 XT vs Qualcomm Adreno 540 GPU
Radeon HD 2400 XT
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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. The Radeon HD 2400 XT is positioned at rank #324 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Radeon HD 2400 XT
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Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The Qualcomm Adreno 540 GPU is significantly newer (2018 vs 2012). The Qualcomm Adreno 540 GPU likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Radeon HD 2400 XT lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Qualcomm Adreno 540 GPU is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 5% higher G3D Mark score. However, the Radeon HD 2400 XT offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | Radeon HD 2400 XT | Qualcomm Adreno 540 GPU |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-5%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+5%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / Legacy) |
| 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
While current pricing data is unavailable, the Qualcomm Adreno 540 GPU 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 Radeon HD 2400 XT and Qualcomm Adreno 540 GPU
Radeon HD 2400 XT
The Radeon HD 2400 XT is manufactured by AMD. It was released in November 19 2012. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 925 MHz to 975 MHz. It has 1536 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 185W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 119 points. Launch price was $270.
Qualcomm Adreno 540 GPU
The Qualcomm Adreno 540 GPU is manufactured by Qualcomm. It was released in December 6 2018. The thermal design power (TDP) is 7W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 125 points.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the Radeon HD 2400 XT scores 119 versus the Qualcomm Adreno 540 GPU's 125 — the Qualcomm Adreno 540 GPU leads by 5%.
| Feature | Radeon HD 2400 XT | Qualcomm Adreno 540 GPU |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 119 | 125+5% |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 5 nm |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Radeon HD 2400 XT | Qualcomm Adreno 540 GPU |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | AMD Anti-Lag | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Radeon HD 2400 XT comes with 256 MB of VRAM, while the Qualcomm Adreno 540 GPU has 0 MB. The Radeon HD 2400 XT offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs System.
| Feature | Radeon HD 2400 XT | Qualcomm Adreno 540 GPU |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.25 GB | Shared System RAM |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | Shared |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | Unknown |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | System |
Power & Dimensions
The Radeon HD 2400 XT draws 185W versus the Qualcomm Adreno 540 GPU's 7W — a 185.4% difference. The Qualcomm Adreno 540 GPU is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon HD 2400 XT) vs 1W (Qualcomm Adreno 540 GPU). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs Integrated.
| Feature | Radeon HD 2400 XT | Qualcomm Adreno 540 GPU |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 185W | 7W-96% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 1W-100% |
| Power Connector | 1x 6-pin | Integrated |
| Length | — | 1mm |
| Slots | — | 0 |
| Perf/Watt | 0.6 | 17.9+2883% |
Value Analysis
The Radeon HD 2400 XT launched at $79 MSRP and currently averages $10, while the Qualcomm Adreno 540 GPU launched at $0 and now averages $0. The Qualcomm Adreno 540 GPU costs 100+% less ($10 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 11.9 (Radeon HD 2400 XT) vs Infinity (Qualcomm Adreno 540 GPU) — the Qualcomm Adreno 540 GPU offers Infinity% better value. The Qualcomm Adreno 540 GPU is the newer GPU (2018 vs 2012).
| Feature | Radeon HD 2400 XT | Qualcomm Adreno 540 GPU |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $79 | $0-100% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $10 | $0-100% |
| Performance per Dollar | 11.9 | Infinity |
| Codename | Tahiti | — |
| Release | November 19 2012 | December 6 2018 |
| Ranking | #469 | #860 |
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