GeForce GTX 680M vs GRID P100-8Q

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 is positioned at rank 105 and the GRID P100-8Q is on rank 384, so the GeForce GTX 680M 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

#30

Radeon 8050S

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

99%

#31

Radeon RX 8050S

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

99%

#95

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

265%

#97

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

240%

#98

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

240%

#102

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

218%

#103

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

216%

#105

GeForce GTX 680M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

100%

#106

Radeon HD 7470M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $12

100%

#110

GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

98%

#114

Radeon RX 470 (móvel)

MSRP: $179|Avg: $40

95%

#116

GeForce GTX 880M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

93%

#117

GeForce MX570

MSRP: $150|Avg: $120

93%

#118

Radeon RX 6500

MSRP: $199|Avg: $150

93%

#119

GeForce 825M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $30

93%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar GRID P100-8Q

#369

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

33575%

#384

GRID P100-8Q

MSRP: $7374|Avg: $550

100%

#385

Quadro FX 350

MSRP: $199|Avg: $15

98%

#386

Quadro FX 550

MSRP: $150|Avg: $10

98%

#387

GRID V100D-8Q

MSRP: $10000|Avg: $10000

95%

#388

Tesla M2070

MSRP: $3099|Avg: $50

95%

#389

GRID M10-0Q

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $150

91%

#390

Quadro FX 560

MSRP: $299|Avg: $15

86%

#391

GRID V100-2Q

MSRP: $10000|Avg: $2000

86%

#392

Quadro FX 5800

MSRP: $3499|Avg: $40

80%

#393

FireStream 9170

MSRP: $1999|Avg: $20

73%

#394

RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q

MSRP: $8565|Avg: $8565

73%

#395

Quadro FX 1700

MSRP: $699|Avg: $500

70%

#396

GRID P40-6Q

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150

68%

#397

Quadro FX 540

MSRP: $299|Avg: $15

61%

#398

Quadro 7000

MSRP: $14499|Avg: $300

55%

#399

Quadro FX 1500

MSRP: $699|Avg: $30

55%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 680M is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.3% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (4 GB vs 2 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GRID P100-8Q.

Insight	GeForce GTX 680M	GRID P100-8Q
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+0.3%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.3%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / Kepler (2012−2018))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Maxwell (2014−2017))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	✅ More VRAM (+100%)	❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	—	—

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 680M offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 680M holds the technical lead. Priced at $50 (vs $550), it costs 91% less, resulting in a 1003.4% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce GTX 680M	GRID P100-8Q
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+1003.4%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($50)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($550)

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 Benchmark Check

GRID P100-8Q Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 680M and GRID P100-8Q

GeForce GTX 680M

The GeForce GTX 680M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in June 4 2012. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 719 MHz to 758 MHz. It has 1344 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 100W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,277 points. Launch price was $310.50.

GRID P100-8Q

The GRID P100-8Q 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: 3,267 points.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 680M scores 3,277 and the GRID P100-8Q reaches 3,267 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.3% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 680M is built on Kepler while the GRID P100-8Q uses Maxwell, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 1,344 (GeForce GTX 680M) vs 640 (GRID P100-8Q). Raw compute: 2.038 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 680M) vs 1.672 TFLOPS (GRID P100-8Q). Boost clocks: 758 MHz vs 1306 MHz.

Feature	GeForce GTX 680M	GRID P100-8Q
G3D Mark Score	3,277	3,267
Architecture	Kepler	Maxwell
Process Node	28 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	1344+110%	640
Compute (TFLOPS)	2.038 TFLOPS+22%	1.672 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	758 MHz	1306 MHz+72%
ROPs	32+100%	16
TMUs	112+180%	40
L1 Cache	112 KB	320 KB+186%
L2 Cache	0.5 MB	2 MB+300%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 680M	GRID P100-8Q
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 680M comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the GRID P100-8Q has 2 GB. The GeForce GTX 680M offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 0.5 MB (GeForce GTX 680M) vs 2 MB (GRID P100-8Q) — the GRID P100-8Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce GTX 680M	GRID P100-8Q
VRAM Capacity	4 GB+100%	2 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	128-bit+100%	64-bit
L2 Cache	0.5 MB	2 MB+300%

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 680M draws 100W versus the GRID P100-8Q's 225W — a 76.9% difference. The GeForce GTX 680M is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GTX 680M) vs 350W (GRID P100-8Q). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs PCIe-powered.

Feature	GeForce GTX 680M	GRID P100-8Q
TDP	100W-56%	225W
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	1x 6-pin	PCIe-powered
Slots	0	—
Temp (Load)	81°C	—
Perf/Watt	32.8+126%	14.5

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 680M costs 90.9% less ($500 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 65.5 (GeForce GTX 680M) vs 5.9 (GRID P100-8Q) — the GeForce GTX 680M offers 1010.2% better value. The GRID P100-8Q is the newer GPU (2016 vs 2012).