GeForce GTX 580 vs GRID T4-8Q

GeForce GTX 580

2010Core: 772 MHz

GRID T4-8Q

2015Core: 722 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

GeForce GTX 580

244

4,634

0.0%

GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU

GeForce RTX 5060 Mobile

GeForce RTX 2080 Ti

GRID T4-8Q

100

4,762

+2.8%

GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU

GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop GPU

RTX 4000 Ada Generation Laptop 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.

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 T4-8Q

#116

Radeon Pro SSG

MSRP: $6999|Avg: $1500

83%

#287

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

7775%

#302

GRID T4-8Q

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $1000

100%

#303

FirePro 3D V3700

MSRP: $99|Avg: $10

95%

#304

GRID T4-1Q

MSRP: $1880|Avg: $600

93%

#305

NVS 310

MSRP: $159|Avg: $10

91%

#306

GRID M60-2Q

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150

91%

#308

FirePro 3D V3750

MSRP: $199|Avg: $25

90%

#309

NVS 810

MSRP: $700|Avg: $80

89%

#310

GRID P40-2Q

MSRP: $5699|Avg: $340

88%

#311

Quadro 2000D

MSRP: $599|Avg: $40

86%

#312

FirePro 3D V8800

MSRP: $1499|Avg: $30

86%

#313

Quadro K5000

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $60

84%

#314

Quadro 2000

MSRP: $599|Avg: $25

83%

#315

FirePro S7150

MSRP: $2399|Avg: $459

83%

#317

FirePro W9000

MSRP: $3999|Avg: $150

81%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GRID T4-8Q is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.8% higher G3D Mark score. However, the GeForce GTX 580 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.

Insight	GeForce GTX 580	GRID T4-8Q
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.8%)	✅Leading raw performance (+2.8%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi 2.0 (2010−2014))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	✅ More VRAM (+50%)	❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	Standard Size (267mm)	—

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 580 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 580 holds the technical lead. Priced at $30 (vs $1,000), it costs 97% less, resulting in a 3143.7% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce GTX 580	GRID T4-8Q
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+3143.7%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($30)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($1,000)

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 580 Benchmark Check

GRID T4-8Q Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 580 and GRID T4-8Q

GeForce GTX 580

The GeForce GTX 580 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in November 9 2010. It features the Fermi 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 772 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 244W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,634 points. Launch price was $499.

GRID T4-8Q

The GRID T4-8Q 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: 4,762 points.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 580 scores 4,634 and the GRID T4-8Q reaches 4,762 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.8% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 580 is built on Fermi 2.0 while the GRID T4-8Q uses Maxwell 2.0, both on 40 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 512 (GeForce GTX 580) vs 1,536 (GRID T4-8Q). Raw compute: 1.581 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 580) vs 2.218 TFLOPS (GRID T4-8Q).

Feature	GeForce GTX 580	GRID T4-8Q
G3D Mark Score	4,634	4,762+3%
Architecture	Fermi 2.0	Maxwell 2.0
Process Node	40 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	512	1536+200%
Compute (TFLOPS)	1.581 TFLOPS	2.218 TFLOPS+40%
ROPs	48	64+33%
TMUs	64	96+50%
L1 Cache	1 MB+79%	0.56 MB
L2 Cache	0.75 MB	2 MB+167%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 580	GRID T4-8Q
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 580 comes with 3 GB of VRAM, while the GRID T4-8Q has 2 GB. The GeForce GTX 580 offers 50% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 384-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 0.75 MB (GeForce GTX 580) vs 2 MB (GRID T4-8Q) — the GRID T4-8Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce GTX 580	GRID T4-8Q
VRAM Capacity	3 GB+50%	2 GB
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 580 draws 244W versus the GRID T4-8Q's 100W — a 83.7% difference. The GRID T4-8Q is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 550W (GeForce GTX 580) vs 350W (GRID T4-8Q). Power connectors: 6-pin + 8-pin vs PCIe-powered.

Feature	GeForce GTX 580	GRID T4-8Q
TDP	244W	100W-59%
Recommended PSU	550W	350W-36%
Power Connector	6-pin + 8-pin	PCIe-powered
Length	267mm	—
Height	111mm	—
Slots	2	—
Temp (Load)	85 C	—
Perf/Watt	19.0	47.6+151%

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 580 launched at $499 MSRP and currently averages $30, while the GRID T4-8Q launched at $2500 and now averages $1000. The GeForce GTX 580 costs 97% less ($970 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 154.5 (GeForce GTX 580) vs 4.8 (GRID T4-8Q) — the GeForce GTX 580 offers 3118.8% better value. The GRID T4-8Q is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2010).