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T400
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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 T400 is positioned at rank 80 and the GeForce MX450 is on rank 307, so the T400 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar T400
Performance Per Dollar GeForce MX450
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce MX450 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 3.1% higher G3D Mark score. However, the T400 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | T400 | GeForce MX450 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-3.1%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+3.1%) |
| Longevity | Turing (2018−2022) (12nm) | Turing (2018−2022) (12nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+100%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The T400 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $179 versus $200 for the GeForce MX450, it costs 11% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 8.4% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | T400 | GeForce MX450 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+8.4%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($179) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($200) |
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 and GeForce MX450
T400
The T400 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: 3,609 points.
GeForce MX450
The GeForce MX450 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in August 1 2020. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 1395 MHz to 1575 MHz. It has 896 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 25W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,720 points.
Graphics Performance
The T400 scores 3,609 and the GeForce MX450 reaches 3,720 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 3.1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The T400 is built on Turing while the GeForce MX450 uses Turing, both on a 12 nm process. Shader units: 384 (T400) vs 896 (GeForce MX450). Raw compute: 1.094 TFLOPS (T400) vs 3.226 TFLOPS (GeForce MX450). Boost clocks: 1425 MHz vs 1575 MHz.
| Feature | T400 | GeForce MX450 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 3,609 | 3,720+3% |
| Architecture | Turing | Turing |
| Process Node | 12 nm | 12 nm |
| Shading Units | 384 | 896+133% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 1.094 TFLOPS | 3.226 TFLOPS+195% |
| Boost Clock | 1425 MHz | 1575 MHz+11% |
| ROPs | 16 | 32+100% |
| TMUs | 24 | 64+167% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | T400 | GeForce MX450 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 T400 comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce MX450 has 2 GB. The T400 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit.
| Feature | T400 | GeForce MX450 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB+100% | 2 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR6 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
Power & Dimensions
The T400 draws 30W versus the GeForce MX450's 25W — a 18.2% difference. The GeForce MX450 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (T400) vs 350W (GeForce MX450). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs Mobile.
| Feature | T400 | GeForce MX450 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 30W | 25W-17% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | Mobile |
| Perf/Watt | 120.3 | 148.8+24% |
Value Analysis
The T400 launched at $180 MSRP and currently averages $179, while the GeForce MX450 launched at $250 and now averages $200. The T400 costs 10.5% less ($21 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 20.2 (T400) vs 18.6 (GeForce MX450) — the T400 offers 8.6% better value. The T400 is the newer GPU (2021 vs 2020).
| Feature | T400 | GeForce MX450 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $180-28% | $250 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $179-11% | $200 |
| Performance per Dollar | 20.2+9% | 18.6 |
| Codename | TU117 | N17S-G5 / GP107-670-A1 |
| Release | May 6 2021 | August 1 2020 |
| Ranking | #532 | #523 |
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