GeForce GTX 680MX vs GRID M60-1Q

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 680MX is positioned at rank 79 and the GRID M60-1Q is on rank 322, so the GeForce GTX 680MX 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 680MX

#25

Radeon RX 7600M XT

MSRP: $329|Avg: $300

94%

#69

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

229%

#71

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

207%

#72

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

207%

#76

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

188%

#77

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

187%

#79

GeForce GTX 680MX

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#82

Arc 7-Core iGPU

MSRP: $199|Avg: N/A

99%

#86

Radeon RX 560 (móvel)

MSRP: $99|Avg: $50

96%

#92

Radeon RX 550 (móvel)

MSRP: $79|Avg: $40

93%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar GRID M60-1Q

#307

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

9982%

#322

GRID M60-1Q

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $50

100%

#323

GRID K280Q

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $50

96%

#324

FirePro M2000

MSRP: $300|Avg: $50

96%

#325

Tesla K20c

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $500

94%

#326

GRID M6-1Q

MSRP: $1500|Avg: $100

93%

#327

Quadro FX 380

MSRP: $129|Avg: $15

93%

#328

Tesla C2050 / C2070

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $30

93%

#329

FirePro M7740

MSRP: $500|Avg: $500

90%

#330

Quadro FX 570

MSRP: $199|Avg: $15

88%

#331

RTXA5000-24Q

MSRP: $3721|Avg: $2100

87%

#332

GRID P40-1Q

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150

86%

#334

Tesla C2050

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $95

86%

#335

Tesla M10

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $500

86%

#336

FirePro S10000

MSRP: $3599|Avg: $500

85%

#337

Quadro FX 3450

MSRP: $119|Avg: $30

84%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 680MX is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.8% 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 M60-1Q.

Insight	GeForce GTX 680MX	GRID M60-1Q
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+2.8%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.8%)
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	—	—

💎 Value Proposition

While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce GTX 680MX 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 680MX Benchmark Check

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 680MX and GRID M60-1Q

GeForce GTX 680MX

The GeForce GTX 680MX is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in October 23 2012. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 720 MHz. It has 1536 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 122W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,799 points.

GRID M60-1Q

The GRID M60-1Q 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: 3,695 points.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 680MX scores 3,799 and the GRID M60-1Q reaches 3,695 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.8% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 680MX is built on Kepler while the GRID M60-1Q uses Maxwell 2.0, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 1,536 (GeForce GTX 680MX) vs 2,048 (GRID M60-1Q).

Feature	GeForce GTX 680MX	GRID M60-1Q
G3D Mark Score	3,799+3%	3,695
Architecture	Kepler	Maxwell 2.0
Process Node	28 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	1536	2048+33%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 680MX	GRID M60-1Q
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 680MX comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the GRID M60-1Q has 2 GB. The GeForce GTX 680MX offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 256-bit vs 64-bit.

Feature	GeForce GTX 680MX	GRID M60-1Q
VRAM Capacity	4 GB+100%	2 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	256-bit+300%	64-bit

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 680MX draws 122W versus the GRID M60-1Q's 225W — a 59.4% difference. The GeForce GTX 680MX is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GTX 680MX) vs 350W (GRID M60-1Q). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs PCIe-powered.