GeForce GTX 1050 3GB vs GRID M60-2Q

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.

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

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar GRID M60-2Q

#116

Radeon Pro SSG

MSRP: $6999|Avg: $1500

91%

#289

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

8539%

#304

NVS 310

MSRP: $159|Avg: $10

100%

#305

GRID M60-2Q

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150

100%

#307

FirePro 3D V3750

MSRP: $199|Avg: $25

99%

#308

NVS 810

MSRP: $700|Avg: $80

98%

#309

GRID P40-2Q

MSRP: $5699|Avg: $340

97%

#310

Quadro 2000D

MSRP: $599|Avg: $40

95%

#311

FirePro 3D V8800

MSRP: $1499|Avg: $30

94%

#312

Quadro K5000

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $60

92%

#313

Quadro 2000

MSRP: $599|Avg: $25

91%

#314

FirePro S7150

MSRP: $2399|Avg: $459

91%

#316

FirePro W9000

MSRP: $3999|Avg: $150

89%

#317

GRID M60-4Q

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $120

88%

#318

FirePro V8800

MSRP: $1499|Avg: $100

88%

#319

Quadro K6000

MSRP: $5265|Avg: $300

88%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The GeForce GTX 1050 3GB uses modern memory architecture. The GeForce GTX 1050 3GB likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GRID M60-2Q lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GRID M60-2Q is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.7% higher G3D Mark score and 33.3% more VRAM (4 GB vs 3 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 1050 3GB.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1050 3GB	GRID M60-2Q
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.7%)	✅Leading raw performance (+1.7%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / Pascal (2016−2021))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+33.3%)
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	—

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 1050 3GB offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $60 versus $150 for the GRID M60-2Q, it costs 60% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 145.8% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1050 3GB	GRID M60-2Q
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+145.8%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($60)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($150)

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 GTX 1050 3GB Benchmark Check

GRID M60-2Q Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 1050 3GB and GRID M60-2Q

GeForce GTX 1050 3GB

The GeForce GTX 1050 3GB is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 21 2018. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1392 MHz to 1518 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 5,116 points.

GRID M60-2Q

The GRID M60-2Q 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: 5,203 points.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 1050 3GB scores 5,116 and the GRID M60-2Q reaches 5,203 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.7% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 1050 3GB is built on Pascal while the GRID M60-2Q uses Maxwell 2.0, both on 14 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 768 (GeForce GTX 1050 3GB) vs 2,048 (GRID M60-2Q). Raw compute: 2.332 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1050 3GB) vs 4.825 TFLOPS (GRID M60-2Q). Boost clocks: 1518 MHz vs 1178 MHz.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1050 3GB	GRID M60-2Q
G3D Mark Score	5,116	5,203+2%
Architecture	Pascal	Maxwell 2.0
Process Node	14 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	768	2048+167%
Compute (TFLOPS)	2.332 TFLOPS	4.825 TFLOPS+107%
Boost Clock	1518 MHz+29%	1178 MHz
ROPs	24	64+167%
TMUs	48	128+167%
L1 Cache	288 KB	768 KB+167%
L2 Cache	0.75 MB	2 MB+167%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 1050 3GB	GRID M60-2Q
Upscaling Tech	FSR 2.1 (Compatible)	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	FSR 3 (Compatible)	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce GTX 1050 3GB comes with 3 GB of VRAM, while the GRID M60-2Q has 4 GB. The GRID M60-2Q offers 33.3% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 96-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 0.75 MB (GeForce GTX 1050 3GB) vs 2 MB (GRID M60-2Q) — the GRID M60-2Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1050 3GB	GRID M60-2Q
VRAM Capacity	3 GB	4 GB+33%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR6
Bus Width	96-bit	128-bit+33%
L2 Cache	0.75 MB	2 MB+167%

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 1050 3GB draws 75W versus the GRID M60-2Q's 225W — a 100% difference. The GeForce GTX 1050 3GB is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GTX 1050 3GB) vs 350W (GRID M60-2Q). Power connectors: None vs PCIe-powered.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1050 3GB	GRID M60-2Q
TDP	75W-67%	225W
Recommended PSU	300W-14%	350W
Power Connector	None	PCIe-powered
Length	145mm	—
Height	111mm	—
Slots	2	—
Temp (Load)	65	—
Perf/Watt	68.2+195%	23.1

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 1050 3GB launched at $129 MSRP and currently averages $60, while the GRID M60-2Q launched at $3000 and now averages $150. The GeForce GTX 1050 3GB costs 60% less ($90 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 85.3 (GeForce GTX 1050 3GB) vs 34.7 (GRID M60-2Q) — the GeForce GTX 1050 3GB offers 145.8% better value. The GeForce GTX 1050 3GB is the newer GPU (2018 vs 2015).