GeForce GTX 680M KY_Bullet Edition
VS
GRID T4-2Q

GeForce GTX 680M KY_Bullet Edition vs GRID T4-2Q

NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 680M KY_Bullet Edition

2013Core: 771 MHzBoost: 797 MHz
VS

GRID T4-2Q

2015Core: 557 MHzBoost: 1178 MHz

Performance Spectrum - 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. The GeForce GTX 680M KY_Bullet Edition is positioned at rank 102 and the GRID T4-2Q is on rank 231, so the GeForce GTX 680M KY_Bullet Edition offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

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

Performance Per Dollar GeForce GTX 680M KY_Bullet Edition

#30
Radeon 8050S
MSRP: $400|Avg: $400
97%
#31
Radeon RX 8050S
MSRP: $400|Avg: $400
96%
#92
Radeon RX 550X (móvel)
MSRP: $35|Avg: $35
259%
#94
234%
#95
234%
#99
GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50
213%
#100
Radeon RX 6300
MSRP: $60|Avg: $40
211%
#102
100%
#103
Radeon RX 460 (móvel)
MSRP: $99|Avg: $45
99%
#105
GeForce GTX 680M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50
98%
#106
Radeon HD 7470M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $12
97%
#110
GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150
96%
#114
Radeon RX 470 (móvel)
MSRP: $179|Avg: $40
93%
#116
GeForce GTX 880M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150
91%
#117
GeForce MX570
MSRP: $150|Avg: $120
91%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar GRID T4-2Q

#96
L4
MSRP: $2345|Avg: $1800
100%
#97
RTX 6000 Ada Generation
MSRP: $6799|Avg: $5500
97%
#98
RTX 5880 Ada Generation
MSRP: $6000|Avg: $6000
96%
#99
Tesla M40
MSRP: $2500|Avg: $1099
94%
#100
Radeon PRO W7900 Dual Slot
MSRP: $3499|Avg: $3499
87%
#101
84%
#102
Radeon Pro Vega II Duo
MSRP: $4399|Avg: $3500
74%
#216
Tesla K20m
MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55
3404%
#231
GRID T4-2Q
MSRP: $845|Avg: $600
100%
#238
FirePro 3D V3800
MSRP: $129|Avg: $12
84%
#240
Quadro K600
MSRP: $199|Avg: $20
84%
#241
FirePro S7000
MSRP: $1249|Avg: $40
83%
#242
Quadro P5000 (móvel)
MSRP: $2499|Avg: $400
83%
#243
FirePro V7000
MSRP: $899|Avg: $100
81%
#244
Quadro P500
MSRP: $500|Avg: $500
76%
#246
FireStream 9370
MSRP: $800|Avg: $50
73%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GRID T4-2Q is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.8% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 680M KY_Bullet Edition.

InsightGeForce GTX 680M KY_Bullet EditionGRID T4-2Q
Performance
Lower raw frame rates (-2.8%)
Leading raw performance (+2.8%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018))
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019))
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM
❌ Less VRAM capacity
✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency
💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit
📏 Compact / SFF Friendly
📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

While current pricing data is unavailable, the GRID T4-2Q remains the clear technical winner. Check real-time availability to determine if the performance gap justifies the market price.

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.

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 680M KY_Bullet Edition and GRID T4-2Q

NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 680M KY_Bullet Edition

The GeForce GTX 680M KY_Bullet Edition is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in November 8 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 771 MHz to 797 MHz. It has 1536 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 122W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,569 points.

NVIDIA

GRID T4-2Q

The GRID T4-2Q 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: 3,668 points.

Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 680M KY_Bullet Edition scores 3,569 and the GRID T4-2Q reaches 3,668 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.8% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 680M KY_Bullet Edition is built on Kepler while the GRID T4-2Q uses Maxwell 2.0, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 1,536 (GeForce GTX 680M KY_Bullet Edition) vs 2,048 (GRID T4-2Q). Raw compute: 2.448 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 680M KY_Bullet Edition) vs 4.825 TFLOPS (GRID T4-2Q). Boost clocks: 797 MHz vs 1178 MHz.

FeatureGeForce GTX 680M KY_Bullet EditionGRID T4-2Q
G3D Mark Score
3,569
3,668+3%
Architecture
Kepler
Maxwell 2.0
Process Node
28 nm
28 nm
Shading Units
1536
2048+33%
Compute (TFLOPS)
2.448 TFLOPS
4.825 TFLOPS+97%
Boost Clock
797 MHz
1178 MHz+48%
ROPs
32
64+100%
TMUs
128
128
L1 Cache
128 KB
768 KB+500%
L2 Cache
0.5 MB
2 MB+300%

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureGeForce GTX 680M KY_Bullet EditionGRID T4-2Q
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)

Both cards feature 2 GB of GDDR5. Bus width: 256-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 0.5 MB (GeForce GTX 680M KY_Bullet Edition) vs 2 MB (GRID T4-2Q) — the GRID T4-2Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

FeatureGeForce GTX 680M KY_Bullet EditionGRID T4-2Q
VRAM Capacity
2 GB
2 GB
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 680M KY_Bullet Edition) vs 12 Ultimate (GRID T4-2Q). Vulkan: 1.2 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 0.

FeatureGeForce GTX 680M KY_Bullet EditionGRID T4-2Q
DirectX
12 (11_0)
12 Ultimate
Vulkan
1.2
1.3+8%
OpenGL
4.6
4.6
Max Displays
4
0
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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC (GeForce GTX 680M KY_Bullet Edition) vs NVENC 6th Gen (GRID T4-2Q). Decoder: PureVideo HD (VP5) vs NVDEC 4th Gen. Supported codecs: H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1 (GeForce GTX 680M KY_Bullet Edition) vs H.264,H.265,VP9 (GRID T4-2Q).

FeatureGeForce GTX 680M KY_Bullet EditionGRID T4-2Q
Encoder
NVENC
NVENC 6th Gen
Decoder
PureVideo HD (VP5)
NVDEC 4th Gen
Codecs
H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1
H.264,H.265,VP9
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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 680M KY_Bullet Edition draws 122W versus the GRID T4-2Q's 225W — a 59.4% difference. The GeForce GTX 680M KY_Bullet Edition is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GTX 680M KY_Bullet Edition) vs 350W (GRID T4-2Q). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 105mm vs 168mm, occupying 0 vs 1 slots. Typical load temperature: 75°C vs 70.

FeatureGeForce GTX 680M KY_Bullet EditionGRID T4-2Q
TDP
122W-46%
225W
Recommended PSU
350W
350W
Power Connector
1x 6-pin
PCIe-powered
Length
105mm
168mm
Height
82mm
69mm
Slots
0-100%
1
Temp (Load)
75°C
70-7%
Perf/Watt
29.3+80%
16.3
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Value Analysis

The GRID T4-2Q is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2013).

FeatureGeForce GTX 680M KY_Bullet EditionGRID T4-2Q
MSRP
$845
Avg Price (30d)
$600
Codename
GK104
GM204
Release
November 8 2013
August 30 2015
Ranking
#625
#433