RTX A400 vs GeForce GTX 960

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 RTX A400 is positioned at rank #26 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Great cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar RTX A400

#9

Intel Arc Pro B50

MSRP: $349|Avg: $349

79%

#11

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

333%

#11

Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel)

MSRP: $900|Avg: $300

75%

#16

Radeon PRO W7500

MSRP: $429|Avg: $401

70%

#18

Radeon Pro V520 MxGPU

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $340

69%

#19

RTX A2000 12GB

MSRP: $449|Avg: $380

69%

#20

Radeon Pro Vega 56

MSRP: $399|Avg: $60

68%

#26

RTX A400

MSRP: $135|Avg: $135

100%

#29

Radeon Pro 5500 XT

MSRP: $199|Avg: $100

90%

#33

Radeon PRO W6400

MSRP: $229|Avg: $200

83%

#36

T600

MSRP: $200|Avg: $180

72%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The RTX A400 is significantly newer (2024 vs 2015). The RTX A400 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GTX 960 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 960 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.5% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the RTX A400.

Insight	RTX A400	GeForce GTX 960
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.5%)	✅Leading raw performance (+2.5%)
Longevity	🏆Elite Architecture (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019))
Ecosystem	✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	—	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 960 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $45 versus $135 for the RTX A400, it costs 67% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 207.5% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	RTX A400	GeForce GTX 960
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+207.5%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($135)	✅More affordable ($45)

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.

RTX A400 Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 960 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of RTX A400 and GeForce GTX 960

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.

GeForce GTX 960

The GeForce GTX 960 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 22 2015. It features the Maxwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1127 MHz to 1178 MHz. It has 1024 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 100W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 6,133 points. Launch price was $199.

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Graphics Performance

The RTX A400 scores 5,983 and the GeForce GTX 960 reaches 6,133 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.5% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The RTX A400 is built on Ampere while the GeForce GTX 960 uses Maxwell 2.0, both on 8 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 768 (RTX A400) vs 1,024 (GeForce GTX 960). Raw compute: 2.706 TFLOPS (RTX A400) vs 2.413 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 960). Boost clocks: 1762 MHz vs 1178 MHz.

Feature	RTX A400	GeForce GTX 960
G3D Mark Score	5,983	6,133+3%
Architecture	Ampere	Maxwell 2.0
Process Node	8 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	768	1024+33%
Compute (TFLOPS)	2.706 TFLOPS+12%	2.413 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	1762 MHz+50%	1178 MHz
ROPs	16	32+100%
TMUs	24	64+167%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	RTX A400	GeForce GTX 960
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 2.1 (Compatible)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	FSR 3 (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	NVIDIA Reflex	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

Both cards feature 4 GB of video memory. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit.

Feature	RTX A400	GeForce GTX 960
VRAM Capacity	4 GB	4 GB
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR5
Bus Width	128-bit	128-bit

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Power & Dimensions

The RTX A400 draws 50W versus the GeForce GTX 960's 100W — a 66.7% difference. The RTX A400 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (RTX A400) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 960). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 6-pin.

Feature	RTX A400	GeForce GTX 960
TDP	50W-50%	100W
Recommended PSU	350W-13%	400W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	6-pin
Length	—	241mm
Height	—	111mm
Slots	—	2
Temp (Load)	—	75 C
Perf/Watt	119.7+95%	61.3

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Value Analysis

The RTX A400 launched at $135 MSRP and currently averages $135, while the GeForce GTX 960 launched at $199 and now averages $45. The GeForce GTX 960 costs 66.7% less ($90 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 44.3 (RTX A400) vs 136.3 (GeForce GTX 960) — the GeForce GTX 960 offers 207.7% better value. The RTX A400 is the newer GPU (2024 vs 2015).