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.

Overview

The Quadro P400 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in February 7 2017. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1228 MHz to 1252 MHz. It has 256 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 30W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,659 points. Launch price was $119.99.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. The Quadro P400 is positioned at rank #143 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower 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 Quadro P400

#70

Radeon PRO W6800

MSRP: $2249|Avg: $2249

92%

#72

Quadro P4200

MSRP: $1200|Avg: $110

88%

#128

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

1504%

#143

Quadro P400

MSRP: $169|Avg: $60

100%

#144

Radeon Pro WX 7100

MSRP: $799|Avg: $180

98%

#145

Quadro M520

MSRP: $200|Avg: $50

97%

#146

Radeon Sky 500

MSRP: $500|Avg: $500

96%

#147

Quadro M5000

MSRP: $999|Avg: $120

96%

#148

Radeon Pro WX 4100

MSRP: $399|Avg: $85

94%

#149

Quadro P4000 (móvel)

MSRP: $819|Avg: $290

93%

#151

FirePro M40003

MSRP: $150|Avg: $72

93%

#152

Radeon Pro 465

MSRP: $500|Avg: $150

92%

#154

Tesla P4

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $190

92%

#155

Radeon Pro WX 4150

MSRP: $300|Avg: $120

90%

#158

Quadro M2200

MSRP: $500|Avg: $70

87%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Quadro P400 across popular games. Tested paired with Ryzen 7 7800X3D to isolate GPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Quadro P400 specifications and capabilities.

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Graphics Performance

The Quadro P400 scores 1,659 in the G3D Mark benchmark (the standard measure of rasterization GPU performance), placing it in the Entry Level tier as a Legacy generation graphics card. It is built on the Pascal (2016−2021) architecture (codename: GP107), manufactured on a 14 nm process— smaller process nodes improve power efficiency and transistor density. It packs 256 shader units (the primary compute units for rendering pixels), 16 TMUs (texture mapping units), and 16 ROPs (render output units that handle final pixel output). Raw FP32 compute power: 0.641 TFLOPS — this measures the theoretical peak floating-point performance. Boost clock reaches 1252 MHz from a base of 1228 MHz.

Specification	Quadro P400
G3D MarkPassMark 3D graphics benchmark score	1,659
ArchitectureGPU microarchitecture generation	Pascal (2016−2021)
CodenameInternal GPU die codename	GP107
Manufacturing ProcessFabrication node — smaller = more efficient	14 nm
Shader UnitsCore compute units for rendering/compute	256
TMUsTexture Mapping Units — handle texture sampling	16
ROPsRender Output Units — final pixel/color blending	16
Boost ClockMaximum GPU frequency under load	1252 MHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum GPU frequency	1228 MHz
Compute (FP32)Peak single-precision floating-point performance	0.641 TFLOPS
Texture Fill RateTextures processed per second	20.03 GTexel/s
PCIe InterfaceCPU↔GPU data link generation	PCIe 3.0 x4
Transistor Count	3,300 million
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking	#741

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Quadro P400 is equipped with 2 GB of GDDR5 video memory connected via a 64-bit memory bus. Memory operates at 8 Gbps effective speed.

Specification	Quadro P400
VRAM SizeVideo memory capacity — more = better for high-res textures	2 GB
VRAM TypeMemory technology generation	GDDR5
Memory BusWidth of data path — wider = more bandwidth	64-bit
Memory SpeedEffective memory data rate	8 Gbps
L1 Cache	96 kB
L2 Cache	512 kB

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Advanced Features & APIs

Graphics API support: DirectX 12_1— latest API versions enable the most advanced rendering features like ray tracing and mesh shaders.

Specification	Quadro P400
NVIDIA Reflex	❌ Not Supported
DLSS Frame Generation	❌ Not Supported
DLSS Super Resolution	❌ Not Supported
DirectXMicrosoft graphics API version	12_1
Compute APIGPGPU framework (CUDA/ROCm/OpenCL)	CUDA 6.1

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Display & Media

Display outputs: Mini-DisplayPortx 0 — supports up to 3 simultaneous displays. Hardware encoder: NVENC 6th Gen, decoder: NVDEC 4th Gen— dedicated hardware for video encoding/decoding accelerates streaming, recording, and video playback.

Specification	Quadro P400
0 PortsNumber of 0 display connectors	Mini-DisplayPortx
Max DisplaysMaximum simultaneously connected monitors	3
Hardware EncoderVideo encoding engine version	NVENC 6th Gen
Hardware DecoderVideo decoding engine version	NVDEC 4th Gen

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Power & Dimensions

The Quadro P400 draws 30 Watt under load (TDP) — a 350W PSU minimum is recommended. Power connector: PCIe-powered. Physical size: 145mm long, occupying 1 expansion slots— verify your case has clearance before purchasing.

Specification	Quadro P400
TDPPower consumption under load	30 Watt
Recommended PSUMinimum power supply wattage	350W
Power ConnectorRequired PCIe power cable type	PCIe-powered
Card LengthGPU card length — check case clearance	145mm
Slot WidthExpansion slots occupied	1-slot

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $60 (MSRP: $169), the Quadro P400 delivers 28 G3D Mark points per dollar. It holds Rank #143 in the cost-benefit ranking — a comprehensive score that weighs raw performance against current market pricing. Overall performance ranking position: #741 among all indexed GPUs.

Specification	Quadro P400
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$169
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$60
Cost-Benefit RankOverall value ranking position	#143
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking	#741
Release Date	February 7 2017
Release Year	2017