GeForce GT 1030 vs GRID M10-1Q

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.

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Performance Per Dollar

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Performance Per Dollar

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Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GT 1030 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 GRID M10-1Q.

Insight	GeForce GT 1030	GRID M10-1Q
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+0.9%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.9%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Pascal (2016−2021))	🛑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	Standard Size (267mm)

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GT 1030 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GT 1030 holds the technical lead. Priced at $95 (vs $500), it costs 81% less, resulting in a 431.2% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce GT 1030	GRID M10-1Q
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+431.2%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($95)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($500)

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.

GeForce GT 1030 Benchmark Check

GRID M10-1Q Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GT 1030 and GRID M10-1Q

GeForce GT 1030

The GeForce GT 1030 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 17 2017. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1228 MHz to 1468 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 30W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,407 points. Launch price was $79.

GRID M10-1Q

The GRID M10-1Q 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: 2,385 points.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce GT 1030 scores 2,407 and the GRID M10-1Q reaches 2,385 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.9% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GT 1030 is built on Pascal while the GRID M10-1Q uses Maxwell 2.0, both on 14 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 384 (GeForce GT 1030) vs 2,048 (GRID M10-1Q). Raw compute: 1.127 TFLOPS (GeForce GT 1030) vs 4.825 TFLOPS (GRID M10-1Q). Boost clocks: 1468 MHz vs 1178 MHz.

Feature	GeForce GT 1030	GRID M10-1Q
G3D Mark Score	2,407	2,385
Architecture	Pascal	Maxwell 2.0
Process Node	14 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	384	2048+433%
Compute (TFLOPS)	1.127 TFLOPS	4.825 TFLOPS+328%
Boost Clock	1468 MHz+25%	1178 MHz
ROPs	16	64+300%
TMUs	24	128+433%
L1 Cache	144 KB	768 KB+433%
L2 Cache	0.5 MB	2 MB+300%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GT 1030	GRID M10-1Q
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

Both cards feature 2 GB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 0.5 MB (GeForce GT 1030) vs 2 MB (GRID M10-1Q) — the GRID M10-1Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce GT 1030	GRID M10-1Q
VRAM Capacity	2 GB	2 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	64-bit
L2 Cache	0.5 MB	2 MB+300%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (GeForce GT 1030) vs 12_1 (GRID M10-1Q). Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 0.

Feature	GeForce GT 1030	GRID M10-1Q
DirectX	12	12_1
Max Displays	2	0

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GT 1030 draws 30W versus the GRID M10-1Q's 225W — a 152.9% difference. The GeForce GT 1030 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GT 1030) vs 350W (GRID M10-1Q). Power connectors: None vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 145mm vs 267mm, occupying 1 vs 2 slots.

Feature	GeForce GT 1030	GRID M10-1Q
TDP	30W-87%	225W
Recommended PSU	300W-14%	350W
Power Connector	None	PCIe-powered
Length	145mm	267mm
Height	69mm	—
Slots	1-50%	2
Temp (Load)	80°C	—
Perf/Watt	80.2+657%	10.6

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GT 1030 launched at $79 MSRP and currently averages $95, while the GRID M10-1Q launched at $0 and now averages $500. The GeForce GT 1030 costs 81% less ($405 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 25.3 (GeForce GT 1030) vs 4.8 (GRID M10-1Q) — the GeForce GT 1030 offers 427.1% better value. The GeForce GT 1030 is the newer GPU (2017 vs 2015).