GeForce GTX 480 vs GRID V100D-8Q

GeForce GTX 480

2010Core: 700 MHz

GRID V100D-8Q

2016Core: 1033 MHzBoost: 1306 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

GeForce GTX 480

250

4,075

0.0%

GeForce GTX 1660 Ti with Max-Q Design

4,156

+2.0%

GeForce GTX 1660 Ti with Max-Q Design

GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER

TITAN V CEO Edition

GeForce RTX 2080 Ti

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 V100D-8Q

#372

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

35174%

#387

GRID V100D-8Q

MSRP: $10000|Avg: $10000

100%

#388

Tesla M2070

MSRP: $3099|Avg: $50

100%

#389

GRID M10-0Q

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $150

95%

#390

GRID V100-2Q

MSRP: $10000|Avg: $2000

90%

#391

Quadro FX 560

MSRP: $299|Avg: $15

90%

#392

Quadro FX 5800

MSRP: $3499|Avg: $40

83%

#393

RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q

MSRP: $8565|Avg: $8565

76%

#394

FireStream 9170

MSRP: $1999|Avg: $20

76%

#395

Quadro FX 1700

MSRP: $699|Avg: $500

74%

#396

GRID P40-6Q

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150

71%

#397

Quadro FX 540

MSRP: $299|Avg: $15

64%

#398

Quadro 7000

MSRP: $14499|Avg: $300

57%

#399

Quadro FX 1500

MSRP: $699|Avg: $30

57%

#400

Tesla M2070-Q

MSRP: $5489|Avg: $50

57%

#401

Quadro FX 3700

MSRP: $1599|Avg: $500

55%

#402

Quadro FX 4700 X2

MSRP: $2999|Avg: $15

55%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The GRID V100D-8Q is significantly newer (2016 vs 2010). The GRID V100D-8Q likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GTX 480 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GRID V100D-8Q is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2% higher G3D Mark score and 33.3% more VRAM (2 GB vs 2 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 480.

Insight	GeForce GTX 480	GRID V100D-8Q
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-2%)	✅Leading raw performance (+2%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi (2010−2014))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Maxwell (2014−2017))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+33.3%)
Efficiency	Normal Efficiency	Normal Efficiency
Case Fit	Standard Size (267mm)	—

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 480 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 480 holds the technical lead. Priced at $100 (vs $10,000), it costs 99% less, resulting in a 9705.1% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce GTX 480	GRID V100D-8Q
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+9705.1%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($100)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($10,000)

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 480 Benchmark Check

GRID V100D-8Q Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 480 and GRID V100D-8Q

GeForce GTX 480

The GeForce GTX 480 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 26 2010. It features the Fermi architecture. The core clock speed is 700 MHz. It has 480 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 250W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,075 points. Launch price was $499.

GRID V100D-8Q

The GRID V100D-8Q is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 18 2016. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 1033 MHz to 1306 MHz. It has 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 225W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,156 points.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 480 scores 4,075 and the GRID V100D-8Q reaches 4,156 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 480 is built on Fermi while the GRID V100D-8Q uses Maxwell, both on 40 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 480 (GeForce GTX 480) vs 640 (GRID V100D-8Q). Raw compute: 1.345 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 480) vs 1.672 TFLOPS (GRID V100D-8Q).

Feature	GeForce GTX 480	GRID V100D-8Q
G3D Mark Score	4,075	4,156+2%
Architecture	Fermi	Maxwell
Process Node	40 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	480	640+33%
Compute (TFLOPS)	1.345 TFLOPS	1.672 TFLOPS+24%
ROPs	48+200%	16
TMUs	60+50%	40
L1 Cache	960 KB+200%	320 KB
L2 Cache	0.75 MB	2 MB+167%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 480	GRID V100D-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 480 comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the GRID V100D-8Q has 2 GB. The GRID V100D-8Q offers 33.3% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 384-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 0.75 MB (GeForce GTX 480) vs 2 MB (GRID V100D-8Q) — the GRID V100D-8Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce GTX 480	GRID V100D-8Q
VRAM Capacity	1.5 GB	2 GB+33%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	384-bit+500%	64-bit
L2 Cache	0.75 MB	2 MB+167%

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 480 draws 250W versus the GRID V100D-8Q's 225W — a 10.5% difference. The GRID V100D-8Q is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 600W (GeForce GTX 480) vs 350W (GRID V100D-8Q). Power connectors: 6-pin + 8-pin vs PCIe-powered.

Feature	GeForce GTX 480	GRID V100D-8Q
TDP	250W	225W-10%
Recommended PSU	600W	350W-42%
Power Connector	6-pin + 8-pin	PCIe-powered
Length	267mm	—
Height	111mm	—
Slots	2	—
Temp (Load)	90°C	—
Perf/Watt	16.3	18.5+13%

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 480 launched at $499 MSRP and currently averages $100, while the GRID V100D-8Q launched at $10000 and now averages $10000. The GeForce GTX 480 costs 99% less ($9900 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 40.8 (GeForce GTX 480) vs 0.4 (GRID V100D-8Q) — the GeForce GTX 480 offers 10100% better value. The GRID V100D-8Q is the newer GPU (2016 vs 2010).