GeForce GTX 465 vs GRID M10-2Q

GeForce GTX 465

2010Core: 607 MHz

GRID M10-2Q

2015Core: 557 MHzBoost: 1178 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

GeForce GTX 465

200

2,654

0.0%

GeForce GTX 1080 with Max-Q Design

GeForce RTX 2060 12GB

RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation

GRID M10-2Q

225

2,692

+1.4%

GeForce 845M

GeForce GTX 580M SLI

GeForce GTX 670MX SLI

GeForce MX250

GeForce GTX 980M

GeForce GTX 1080 with Max-Q Design

GeForce RTX 2070

RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation

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.

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 M10-2Q

#117

L40

MSRP: $31000|Avg: $8174

97%

#327

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

13679%

#342

GRID M10-2Q

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $150

100%

#343

Tesla K80

MSRP: $5000|Avg: $50

99%

#344

GRID M10-4Q

MSRP: $2805|Avg: $340

98%

#346

GRID M10-8Q

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $500

96%

#347

FirePro V8700

MSRP: $1499|Avg: $170

95%

#348

Quadro FX 3800

MSRP: $799|Avg: $20

95%

#350

GRID K520

MSRP: $3599|Avg: $50

91%

#351

GRID P40-12Q

MSRP: $5699|Avg: $5699

90%

#352

FirePro 2270

MSRP: $149|Avg: $30

88%

#353

FirePro 2460

MSRP: $180|Avg: $10

87%

#355

FirePro 3D V5700

MSRP: $599|Avg: $25

84%

#356

Quadro FX 580

MSRP: $199|Avg: $500

84%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GRID M10-2Q is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.4% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (2 GB vs 1 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 465.

Insight	GeForce GTX 465	GRID M10-2Q
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.4%)	✅Leading raw performance (+1.4%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi (2010−2014))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+100%)
Efficiency	Normal Efficiency	Normal Efficiency
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 465 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 465 holds the technical lead. Priced at $40 (vs $150), it costs 73% less, resulting in a 269.7% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce GTX 465	GRID M10-2Q
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+269.7%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($40)	⚠️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 465 Benchmark Check

GRID M10-2Q Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 465 and GRID M10-2Q

GeForce GTX 465

The GeForce GTX 465 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 31 2010. It features the Fermi architecture. The core clock speed is 607 MHz. It has 352 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 200W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,654 points. Launch price was $279.

GRID M10-2Q

The GRID M10-2Q 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: 2,692 points.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 465 scores 2,654 and the GRID M10-2Q reaches 2,692 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.4% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 465 is built on Fermi while the GRID M10-2Q uses Maxwell 2.0, both on 40 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 352 (GeForce GTX 465) vs 2,048 (GRID M10-2Q). Raw compute: 0.8554 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 465) vs 4.825 TFLOPS (GRID M10-2Q).

Feature	GeForce GTX 465	GRID M10-2Q
G3D Mark Score	2,654	2,692+1%
Architecture	Fermi	Maxwell 2.0
Process Node	40 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	352	2048+482%
Compute (TFLOPS)	0.8554 TFLOPS	4.825 TFLOPS+464%
ROPs	32	64+100%
TMUs	44	128+191%
L1 Cache	704 KB	768 KB+9%
L2 Cache	0.5 MB	2 MB+300%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 465	GRID M10-2Q
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 465 comes with 1 GB of VRAM, while the GRID M10-2Q has 2 GB. The GRID M10-2Q offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 256-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 0.5 MB (GeForce GTX 465) vs 2 MB (GRID M10-2Q) — the GRID M10-2Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce GTX 465	GRID M10-2Q
VRAM Capacity	1 GB	2 GB+100%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	256-bit+300%	64-bit
L2 Cache	0.5 MB	2 MB+300%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (11_0) (GeForce GTX 465) vs 12_1 (GRID M10-2Q). Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 0.

Feature	GeForce GTX 465	GRID M10-2Q
DirectX	12 (11_0)	12_1
Max Displays	2	0

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 465 draws 200W versus the GRID M10-2Q's 225W — a 11.8% difference. The GeForce GTX 465 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 550W (GeForce GTX 465) vs 350W (GRID M10-2Q). Power connectors: 2x 6-pin vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 241mm vs 1mm, occupying 2 vs 0 slots.

Feature	GeForce GTX 465	GRID M10-2Q
TDP	200W-11%	225W
Recommended PSU	550W	350W-36%
Power Connector	2x 6-pin	PCIe-powered
Length	241mm	1mm
Height	111mm	—
Slots	2	0-100%
Temp (Load)	85	—
Perf/Watt	13.3+11%	12.0

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 465 launched at $279 MSRP and currently averages $40, while the GRID M10-2Q launched at $2500 and now averages $150. The GeForce GTX 465 costs 73.3% less ($110 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 66.3 (GeForce GTX 465) vs 17.9 (GRID M10-2Q) — the GeForce GTX 465 offers 270.4% better value. The GRID M10-2Q is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2010).