T400 4GB vs GRID P40-1Q
T400 4GB
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GRID P40-1Q
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Performance Spectrum - GPU
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 T400 4GB is positioned at rank 63 and the GRID P40-1Q is on rank 332, so the T400 4GB offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar T400 4GB
Performance Per Dollar GRID P40-1Q
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The T400 4GB is significantly newer (2021 vs 2015). The T400 4GB likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GRID P40-1Q lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GRID P40-1Q is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.9% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the T400 4GB.
| Insight | T400 4GB | GRID P40-1Q |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.9%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.9%) |
| Longevity | Turing (2018−2022) (12nm) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The T400 4GB offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $99 versus $150 for the GRID P40-1Q, it costs 34% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 50.1% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | T400 4GB | GRID P40-1Q |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+50.1%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($99) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($150) |
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 T400 4GB and GRID P40-1Q
T400 4GB
The T400 4GB 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: 3,803 points.
GRID P40-1Q
The GRID P40-1Q is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in August 30 2015. It features the Maxwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 557 MHz to 1178 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 225W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,839 points.
Graphics Performance
The T400 4GB scores 3,803 and the GRID P40-1Q reaches 3,839 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.9% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The T400 4GB is built on Turing while the GRID P40-1Q uses Maxwell 2.0, both on 12 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 384 (T400 4GB) vs 2,048 (GRID P40-1Q). Raw compute: 1.094 TFLOPS (T400 4GB) vs 4.825 TFLOPS (GRID P40-1Q). Boost clocks: 1425 MHz vs 1178 MHz.
| Feature | T400 4GB | GRID P40-1Q |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 3,803 | 3,839 |
| Architecture | Turing | Maxwell 2.0 |
| Process Node | 12 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 384 | 2048+433% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 1.094 TFLOPS | 4.825 TFLOPS+341% |
| Boost Clock | 1425 MHz+21% | 1178 MHz |
| ROPs | 16 | 64+300% |
| TMUs | 24 | 128+433% |
| L1 Cache | 384 KB | 768 KB+100% |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB | 2 MB+100% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | T400 4GB | GRID P40-1Q |
|---|---|---|
| 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)
Both cards feature 2 GB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 1 MB (T400 4GB) vs 2 MB (GRID P40-1Q) — the GRID P40-1Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | T400 4GB | GRID P40-1Q |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | 2 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB | 2 MB+100% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12_0 (T400 4GB) vs 12_1 (GRID P40-1Q). Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 0.
| Feature | T400 4GB | GRID P40-1Q |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12_0 | 12_1 |
| Max Displays | 3 | 0 |
Power & Dimensions
The T400 4GB draws 30W versus the GRID P40-1Q's 225W — a 152.9% difference. The T400 4GB is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (T400 4GB) vs 350W (GRID P40-1Q). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 156mm vs 1mm, occupying 1 vs 0 slots.
| Feature | T400 4GB | GRID P40-1Q |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 30W-87% | 225W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 156mm | 1mm |
| Slots | 1 | 0-100% |
| Perf/Watt | 126.8+642% | 17.1 |
Value Analysis
The T400 4GB launched at $159 MSRP and currently averages $99, while the GRID P40-1Q launched at $3000 and now averages $150. The T400 4GB costs 34% less ($51 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 38.4 (T400 4GB) vs 25.6 (GRID P40-1Q) — the T400 4GB offers 50% better value. The T400 4GB is the newer GPU (2021 vs 2015).
| Feature | T400 4GB | GRID P40-1Q |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $159-95% | $3000 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $99-34% | $150 |
| Performance per Dollar | 38.4+50% | 25.6 |
| Codename | TU117 | GM204 |
| Release | May 6 2021 | August 30 2015 |
| Ranking | #518 | #525 |
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