GeForce GTX 680M SLI vs GRID M6-8Q

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. The GeForce GTX 680M SLI is positioned at rank 141 and the GRID M6-8Q is on rank 273, so the GeForce GTX 680M SLI 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 SLI

#39

Radeon RX 7700S

MSRP: $449|Avg: $350

97%

#131

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

304%

#133

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

276%

#134

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

275%

#138

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

250%

#139

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

248%

#141

GeForce GTX 680M SLI

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#145

Radeon RX 580 (móvel)

MSRP: $229|Avg: $65

98%

#147

GeForce GT 630M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $35

97%

#150

Tiger Lake-U Xe Graphics G7

MSRP: $100|Avg: $50

95%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar GRID M6-8Q

#108

Quadro M6000

MSRP: $4999|Avg: $500

99%

#109

Quadro M6000 24GB

MSRP: $4999|Avg: $600

98%

#110

Quadro GV100

MSRP: $8999|Avg: $8999

89%

#258

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

6207%

#273

GRID M6-8Q

MSRP: $1500|Avg: $100

100%

#276

GRID K120Q

MSRP: $125|Avg: $20

98%

#278

Tesla M60

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $250

98%

#279

FirePro V7900

MSRP: $999|Avg: $120

95%

#280

GRID M60-8A

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $120

93%

#281

GRID P6-4Q

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $150

93%

#283

Quadro K4000

MSRP: $1269|Avg: $100

90%

#285

GRID P4-2Q

MSRP: $1500|Avg: $235

89%

#287

Tesla C2070

MSRP: $1499|Avg: $38

87%

#288

Quadro 2000 D

MSRP: $599|Avg: $35

87%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 680M SLI is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GRID M6-8Q.

Insight	GeForce GTX 680M SLI	GRID M6-8Q
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+0%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-0%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / 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

💎 Value Proposition

While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce GTX 680M SLI 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.

GeForce GTX 680M SLI Benchmark Check

GRID M6-8Q Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 680M SLI and GRID M6-8Q

GeForce GTX 680M SLI

The GeForce GTX 680M SLI is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in June 4 2012. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 720 MHz. It has 2688 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,569 points.

GRID M6-8Q

The GRID M6-8Q 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: 3,568 points.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 680M SLI scores 3,569 and the GRID M6-8Q reaches 3,568 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 680M SLI is built on Kepler while the GRID M6-8Q uses Maxwell 2.0, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 2,688 (GeForce GTX 680M SLI) vs 1,536 (GRID M6-8Q).

Feature	GeForce GTX 680M SLI	GRID M6-8Q
G3D Mark Score	3,569	3,568
Architecture	Kepler	Maxwell 2.0
Process Node	28 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	2688+75%	1536

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 680M SLI	GRID M6-8Q
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)

Both cards feature 2 GB of GDDR5. Bus width: 256-bit vs 64-bit.

Feature	GeForce GTX 680M SLI	GRID M6-8Q
VRAM Capacity	2 GB	2 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	256-bit+300%	64-bit

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (11_0) (GeForce GTX 680M SLI) vs 12_1 (GRID M6-8Q). Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 0.

Feature	GeForce GTX 680M SLI	GRID M6-8Q
DirectX	12 (11_0)	12_1
Max Displays	4	0

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 680M SLI draws 75W versus the GRID M6-8Q's 100W — a 28.6% difference. The GeForce GTX 680M SLI is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GTX 680M SLI) vs 350W (GRID M6-8Q). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs PCIe-powered.