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 GeForce 940A is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 13 2015. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 1029 MHz to 1124 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 33W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,107 points.

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.

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

Performance Per Dollar GeForce 940A

#605

Radeon HD 7660G + 8670M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $40

106%

#606

Radeon HD 7640G + HD 8600/8700M Dual

MSRP: $160|Avg: $40

106%

#607

Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8670M Dual

MSRP: $160|Avg: $40

106%

#608

GeForce 610M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $20

105%

#609

GeForce 800A

MSRP: $100|Avg: $30

105%

#610

Radeon HD 8550G + 8670M Dual

MSRP: $250|Avg: $40

105%

#611

Intel UHD Graphics 615

MSRP: $100|Avg: $50

104%

#612

Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8570M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $50

103%

#613

GeForce 9800 GTX/9800 GTX+

MSRP: $229|Avg: $40

103%

#614

Mobility Radeon HD 5450

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

103%

#615

Radeon HD 7660G + HD 7600M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $40

103%

#616

Radeon R7 A365

MSRP: $109|Avg: $55

103%

#617

GeForce GT 720A

MSRP: $40|Avg: $40

102%

#618

GeForce MX350

MSRP: $250|Avg: $200

102%

#619

Radeon HD 7640G + HD 7600M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $50

102%

#620

GeForce 940A

MSRP: $80|Avg: $80

100%

#621

Radeon R5 M335

MSRP: $150|Avg: $40

99%

#622

GeForce 9650M GS

MSRP: $199|Avg: $20

98%

#623

Mobility Radeon HD 545v

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

96%

#624

GeForce 9600 GSO

MSRP: $129|Avg: $25

93%

#625

Radeon HD 8450G + HD 8600M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $35

93%

#626

Mobility Radeon HD 4550

MSRP: $49|Avg: $15

92%

#627

Radeon HD 8570D + HD 6670 Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $100

91%

#628

GeForce 9500 GT

MSRP: $99|Avg: $15

91%

#629

Mobility Radeon HD 540v

MSRP: $50|Avg: $15

91%

#630

Seria Mobility Radeon HD 3400

MSRP: $49|Avg: $10

90%

#631

Radeon R6

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $49

90%

#632

Radeon R7 M265DX

MSRP: $149|Avg: $40

90%

#633

Radeon HD 8650G + 8600M Dual

MSRP: $200|Avg: $50

89%

#634

GeForce MX230

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

88%

#635

Radeon HD 7640G + HD 8500M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $50

88%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for GeForce 940A across popular games. Tested paired with Ryzen 7 7800X3D to isolate GPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of GeForce 940A specifications and capabilities.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce 940A scores 1,107 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 Maxwell (2014−2017) architecture (codename: GM108), manufactured on a 28 nm process— smaller process nodes improve power efficiency and transistor density. It packs 384 shader units (the primary compute units for rendering pixels), 16 TMUs (texture mapping units), and 8 ROPs (render output units that handle final pixel output). Raw FP32 compute power: 0.8632 TFLOPS — this measures the theoretical peak floating-point performance. Boost clock reaches 1124 MHz from a base of 1029 MHz.

Specification	GeForce 940A
G3D MarkPassMark 3D graphics benchmark score	1,107
ArchitectureGPU microarchitecture generation	Maxwell (2014−2017)
CodenameInternal GPU die codename	GM108
Manufacturing ProcessFabrication node — smaller = more efficient	28 nm
Shader UnitsCore compute units for rendering/compute	384
TMUsTexture Mapping Units — handle texture sampling	16
ROPsRender Output Units — final pixel/color blending	8
Boost ClockMaximum GPU frequency under load	1124 MHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum GPU frequency	1029 MHz
Compute (FP32)Peak single-precision floating-point performance	0.8632 TFLOPS
Texture Fill RateTextures processed per second	17.98 GTexel/s
PCIe InterfaceCPU↔GPU data link generation	PCIe 3.0 x16
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking	#853

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce 940A is equipped with 0.5 GB of GDDR5 video memory connected via a 128-bit memory bus, delivering Unknown of bandwidth. Memory operates at 8 Gbps effective speed.

Specification	GeForce 940A
VRAM SizeVideo memory capacity — more = better for high-res textures	0.5 GB
VRAM TypeMemory technology generation	GDDR5
Memory BusWidth of data path — wider = more bandwidth	128-bit
Memory SpeedEffective memory data rate	8 Gbps
BandwidthMaximum data throughput between GPU and VRAM	Unknown
L1 Cache	192 kB
L2 Cache	1024 kB

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Advanced Features & APIs

Graphics API support: DirectX 11.0, Vulkan 1.2, OpenGL 4.6— latest API versions enable the most advanced rendering features like ray tracing and mesh shaders.

Specification	GeForce 940A
NVIDIA Reflex	❌ Not Supported
DLSS Frame Generation	❌ Not Supported
DLSS Super Resolution	❌ Not Supported
DirectXMicrosoft graphics API version	11.0
VulkanCross-platform graphics API	1.2
OpenGLLegacy graphics API	4.6
Compute APIGPGPU framework (CUDA/ROCm/OpenCL)	CUDA 5.0
Multi-GPUSLI/CrossFire/NVLink support	Optimus

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Display & Media

Display outputs: 1x Internal — supports up to 1 simultaneous displays. Hardware encoder: NVENC 2, decoder: PureVideo HD VP6— dedicated hardware for video encoding/decoding accelerates streaming, recording, and video playback. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1,MPEG-4.

Specification	GeForce 940A
Internal PortsNumber of Internal display connectors	1x
Max DisplaysMaximum simultaneously connected monitors	1
Hardware EncoderVideo encoding engine version	NVENC 2
Hardware DecoderVideo decoding engine version	PureVideo HD VP6
CodecsSupported video compression formats	MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1,MPEG-4

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce 940A draws 33 Watt under load (TDP) — a 350W PSU minimum is recommended. Power connector: Legacy. Physical size: 0mm long, 0mm tall, occupying 0 expansion slots— verify your case has clearance before purchasing. Typical temperatures: 45°C at idle, 75°C under load.

Specification	GeForce 940A
TDPPower consumption under load	33 Watt
Recommended PSUMinimum power supply wattage	350W
Power ConnectorRequired PCIe power cable type	Legacy
Card LengthGPU card length — check case clearance	0mm
Card Height	0mm
Slot WidthExpansion slots occupied	0-slot
Idle TemperatureTypical temperature at desktop idle	45°C
Load TemperatureTypical temperature under gaming load	75°C

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $80, the GeForce 940A delivers 14 G3D Mark points per dollar. Overall performance ranking position: #853 among all indexed GPUs.

Specification	GeForce 940A
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$80
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$80
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking	#853
Release Date	March 13 2015
Release Year	2015