GeForce GTX 680M vs GRID T4-1Q

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 T4-1Q is on rank 304, 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 T4-1Q

#116

Radeon Pro SSG

MSRP: $6999|Avg: $1500

89%

#289

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

8394%

#304

GRID T4-1Q

MSRP: $1880|Avg: $600

100%

#305

NVS 310

MSRP: $159|Avg: $10

98%

#306

GRID M60-2Q

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150

98%

#307

FirePro 3D V3750

MSRP: $199|Avg: $25

97%

#309

NVS 810

MSRP: $700|Avg: $80

97%

#310

GRID P40-2Q

MSRP: $5699|Avg: $340

95%

#311

Quadro 2000D

MSRP: $599|Avg: $40

93%

#312

FirePro 3D V8800

MSRP: $1499|Avg: $30

93%

#313

Quadro K5000

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $60

91%

#314

Quadro 2000

MSRP: $599|Avg: $25

90%

#315

FirePro S7150

MSRP: $2399|Avg: $459

89%

#317

FirePro W9000

MSRP: $3999|Avg: $150

88%

#318

GRID M60-4Q

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $120

87%

#319

FirePro V8800

MSRP: $1499|Avg: $100

86%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GRID T4-1Q is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.8% higher G3D Mark score. However, the GeForce GTX 680M offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.

Insight	GeForce GTX 680M	GRID T4-1Q
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.8%)	✅Leading raw performance (+0.8%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / Kepler (2012−2018))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	✅ More VRAM (+100%)	❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	—	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 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 $600), it costs 92% less, resulting in a 1090.6% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce GTX 680M	GRID T4-1Q
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+1090.6%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($50)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($600)

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 T4-1Q Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 680M and GRID T4-1Q

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 T4-1Q

The GRID T4-1Q 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: 3,303 points.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 680M scores 3,277 and the GRID T4-1Q reaches 3,303 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.8% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 680M is built on Kepler while the GRID T4-1Q uses Maxwell 2.0, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 1,344 (GeForce GTX 680M) vs 2,048 (GRID T4-1Q). Raw compute: 2.038 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 680M) vs 4.825 TFLOPS (GRID T4-1Q). Boost clocks: 758 MHz vs 1178 MHz.

Feature	GeForce GTX 680M	GRID T4-1Q
G3D Mark Score	3,277	3,303
Architecture	Kepler	Maxwell 2.0
Process Node	28 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	1344	2048+52%
Compute (TFLOPS)	2.038 TFLOPS	4.825 TFLOPS+137%
Boost Clock	758 MHz	1178 MHz+55%
ROPs	32	64+100%
TMUs	112	128+14%
L1 Cache	112 KB	768 KB+586%
L2 Cache	0.5 MB	2 MB+300%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 680M	GRID T4-1Q
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 T4-1Q 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 T4-1Q) — the GRID T4-1Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce GTX 680M	GRID T4-1Q
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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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (11_0) (GeForce GTX 680M) vs 12_1 (GRID T4-1Q). Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 0.

Feature	GeForce GTX 680M	GRID T4-1Q
DirectX	12 (11_0)	12_1
Max Displays	4	0

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 680M draws 100W versus the GRID T4-1Q's 225W — a 76.9% difference. The GeForce GTX 680M is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GTX 680M) vs 350W (GRID T4-1Q). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs PCIe-powered.

Feature	GeForce GTX 680M	GRID T4-1Q
TDP	100W-56%	225W
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	1x 6-pin	PCIe-powered
Length	—	1mm
Slots	0	0
Temp (Load)	81°C	—
Perf/Watt	32.8+123%	14.7

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 680M costs 91.7% less ($550 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 65.5 (GeForce GTX 680M) vs 5.5 (GRID T4-1Q) — the GeForce GTX 680M offers 1090.9% better value. The GRID T4-1Q is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2012).