GeForce GTX 1050 3GB vs GRID P4-8Q

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 P4-8Q

#107

Quadro P6000

MSRP: $5999|Avg: $1500

98%

#108

Quadro M6000

MSRP: $4999|Avg: $500

89%

#246

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

5596%

#261

GRID P4-8Q

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $200

100%

#262

Quadro K2000

MSRP: $599|Avg: $500

100%

#264

FirePro 3D V5800

MSRP: $479|Avg: $30

97%

#265

GRID M3-3020

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $50

95%

#266

GRID P40-8Q

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150

95%

#267

GRID M40

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $100

95%

#268

FirePro V3800

MSRP: $129|Avg: $12

94%

#269

FirePro V5800

MSRP: $479|Avg: $15

94%

#270

FirePro 3D V7800

MSRP: $759|Avg: $40

93%

#271

FirePro S9050

MSRP: $1999|Avg: $1825

93%

#272

FirePro R5000

MSRP: $1099|Avg: $150

91%

#273

GRID M6-8Q

MSRP: $1500|Avg: $100

90%

#276

GRID K120Q

MSRP: $125|Avg: $20

89%

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 P4-8Q lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GRID P4-8Q is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 3.3% 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 P4-8Q
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-3.3%)	✅Leading raw performance (+3.3%)
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 $200 for the GRID P4-8Q, it costs 70% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 222.8% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1050 3GB	GRID P4-8Q
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+222.8%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($60)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($200)

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 P4-8Q Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 1050 3GB and GRID P4-8Q

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 P4-8Q

The GRID P4-8Q is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in August 30 2015. It features the Maxwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 722 MHz. It has 1536 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 100W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 5,283 points.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 1050 3GB scores 5,116 and the GRID P4-8Q reaches 5,283 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 3.3% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 1050 3GB is built on Pascal while the GRID P4-8Q uses Maxwell 2.0, both on 14 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 768 (GeForce GTX 1050 3GB) vs 1,536 (GRID P4-8Q). Raw compute: 2.332 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1050 3GB) vs 2.218 TFLOPS (GRID P4-8Q).

Feature	GeForce GTX 1050 3GB	GRID P4-8Q
G3D Mark Score	5,116	5,283+3%
Architecture	Pascal	Maxwell 2.0
Process Node	14 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	768	1536+100%
Compute (TFLOPS)	2.332 TFLOPS+5%	2.218 TFLOPS
ROPs	24	64+167%
TMUs	48	96+100%
L1 Cache	288 KB	576 KB+100%
L2 Cache	0.75 MB	2 MB+167%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 1050 3GB	GRID P4-8Q
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 P4-8Q has 4 GB. The GRID P4-8Q 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 P4-8Q) — the GRID P4-8Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1050 3GB	GRID P4-8Q
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 P4-8Q's 100W — a 28.6% difference. The GeForce GTX 1050 3GB is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GTX 1050 3GB) vs 350W (GRID P4-8Q). Power connectors: None vs PCIe-powered.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1050 3GB	GRID P4-8Q
TDP	75W-25%	100W
Recommended PSU	300W-14%	350W
Power Connector	None	PCIe-powered
Length	145mm	—
Height	111mm	—
Slots	2	—
Temp (Load)	65	—
Perf/Watt	68.2+29%	52.8

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 1050 3GB launched at $129 MSRP and currently averages $60, while the GRID P4-8Q launched at $2000 and now averages $200. The GeForce GTX 1050 3GB costs 70% less ($140 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 85.3 (GeForce GTX 1050 3GB) vs 26.4 (GRID P4-8Q) — the GeForce GTX 1050 3GB offers 223.1% better value. The GeForce GTX 1050 3GB is the newer GPU (2018 vs 2015).