GeForce GT 530 vs GRID RTX6000-2Q
GeForce GT 530
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GRID RTX6000-2Q
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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 GeForce GT 530 is positioned at rank 189 and the GRID RTX6000-2Q is on rank 414, so the GeForce GT 530 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GeForce GT 530
Performance Per Dollar GRID RTX6000-2Q
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce GT 530 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.9% higher G3D Mark score and 300% more VRAM (2 GB vs 512 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GRID RTX6000-2Q.
| Insight | GeForce GT 530 | GRID RTX6000-2Q |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.9%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.9%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+300%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce GT 530 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GT 530 holds the technical lead. Priced at $20 (vs $1,500), it costs 99% less, resulting in a 7468.6% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce GT 530 | GRID RTX6000-2Q |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+7468.6%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($20) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($1,500) |
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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GT 530 and GRID RTX6000-2Q
GeForce GT 530
The GeForce GT 530 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in August 20 2015. It features the Maxwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1024 MHz to 1188 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 90W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 662 points. Launch price was $159.
GRID RTX6000-2Q
The GRID RTX6000-2Q 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: 656 points.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce GT 530 scores 662 and the GRID RTX6000-2Q reaches 656 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.9% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GT 530 is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the GRID RTX6000-2Q uses Maxwell 2.0, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 768 (GeForce GT 530) vs 2,048 (GRID RTX6000-2Q). Raw compute: 1.825 TFLOPS (GeForce GT 530) vs 4.825 TFLOPS (GRID RTX6000-2Q). Boost clocks: 1188 MHz vs 1178 MHz.
| Feature | GeForce GT 530 | GRID RTX6000-2Q |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 662 | 656 |
| Architecture | Maxwell 2.0 | Maxwell 2.0 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 768 | 2048+167% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 1.825 TFLOPS | 4.825 TFLOPS+164% |
| Boost Clock | 1188 MHz | 1178 MHz |
| ROPs | 32 | 64+100% |
| TMUs | 48 | 128+167% |
| L1 Cache | 288 KB | 768 KB+167% |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB | 2 MB+100% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GT 530 | GRID RTX6000-2Q |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce GT 530 comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the GRID RTX6000-2Q has 512 MB. The GeForce GT 530 offers 300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 1 MB (GeForce GT 530) vs 2 MB (GRID RTX6000-2Q) — the GRID RTX6000-2Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce GT 530 | GRID RTX6000-2Q |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB+300% | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB | 2 MB+100% |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GT 530 draws 90W versus the GRID RTX6000-2Q's 225W — a 85.7% difference. The GeForce GT 530 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 250W (GeForce GT 530) vs 350W (GRID RTX6000-2Q). Power connectors: None vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | GeForce GT 530 | GRID RTX6000-2Q |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 90W-60% | 225W |
| Recommended PSU | 250W-29% | 350W |
| Power Connector | None | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 145mm | — |
| Height | 111mm | — |
| Slots | 1 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 70°C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 7.4+155% | 2.9 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GT 530 launched at $100 MSRP and currently averages $20, while the GRID RTX6000-2Q launched at $6300 and now averages $1500. The GeForce GT 530 costs 98.7% less ($1480 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 33.1 (GeForce GT 530) vs 0.4 (GRID RTX6000-2Q) — the GeForce GT 530 offers 8175% better value.
| Feature | GeForce GT 530 | GRID RTX6000-2Q |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $100-98% | $6300 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $20-99% | $1500 |
| Performance per Dollar | 33.1+8175% | 0.4 |
| Codename | GM206 | GM204 |
| Release | August 20 2015 | August 30 2015 |
| Ranking | #425 | #433 |
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