GeForce GTX 780M vs GRID P40-1Q

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 780M is positioned at rank 212 and the GRID P40-1Q is on rank 332, so the GeForce GTX 780M 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 780M

#52

Radeon 8060S

MSRP: $800|Avg: $800

88%

#202

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

424%

#204

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

384%

#205

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

383%

#209

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

348%

#210

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

346%

#212

GeForce GTX 780M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $60

100%

#216

Radeon 8040S

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

95%

#217

Radeon R7 +8G

MSRP: $49|Avg: $20

95%

#221

Radeon HD 6550A

MSRP: $30|Avg: $30

92%

#222

Maxwell GPU Surface Book (940M, GDDR5)

MSRP: $150|Avg: $75

91%

#224

GeForce GT 640M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

88%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar GRID P40-1Q

#117

L40

MSRP: $31000|Avg: $8174

82%

#316

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

11541%

#332

GRID P40-1Q

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150

100%

#333

Tesla M10

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $500

99%

#334

Tesla C2050

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $95

99%

#335

FirePro S10000

MSRP: $3599|Avg: $500

98%

#336

Quadro FX 3450

MSRP: $119|Avg: $30

98%

#337

GRID P40-24Q

MSRP: $5699|Avg: $200

97%

#338

Quadro 4000

MSRP: $1199|Avg: $30

96%

#339

FireStream 9250

MSRP: $999|Avg: $49

91%

#340

GRID P40-3Q

MSRP: $5699|Avg: $5699

90%

#341

GRID M10-2Q

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $150

84%

#342

Tesla K80

MSRP: $5000|Avg: $50

84%

#343

GRID M10-4Q

MSRP: $2805|Avg: $340

83%

#345

GRID M10-8Q

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $500

81%

#346

FirePro V8700

MSRP: $1499|Avg: $170

80%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 780M is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.2% 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 P40-1Q.

Insight	GeForce GTX 780M	GRID P40-1Q
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+0.2%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.2%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / 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 780M offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 780M holds the technical lead. Priced at $60 (vs $150), it costs 60% less, resulting in a 150.4% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce GTX 780M	GRID P40-1Q
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+150.4%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($60)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($150)

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 780M Benchmark Check

GRID P40-1Q Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 780M and GRID P40-1Q

GeForce GTX 780M

The GeForce GTX 780M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 11 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 823 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: 3,845 points.

GRID P40-1Q

The GRID P40-1Q 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: 3,839 points.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 780M scores 3,845 and the GRID P40-1Q reaches 3,839 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 780M is built on Kepler while the GRID P40-1Q uses Maxwell 2.0, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 1,536 (GeForce GTX 780M) vs 2,048 (GRID P40-1Q). Raw compute: 2.448 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 780M) vs 4.825 TFLOPS (GRID P40-1Q). Boost clocks: 797 MHz vs 1178 MHz.

Feature	GeForce GTX 780M	GRID P40-1Q
G3D Mark Score	3,845	3,839
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%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 780M	GRID P40-1Q
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 780M comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the GRID P40-1Q has 2 GB. The GeForce GTX 780M offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 256-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 0.5 MB (GeForce GTX 780M) vs 2 MB (GRID P40-1Q) — the GRID P40-1Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce GTX 780M	GRID P40-1Q
VRAM Capacity	4 GB+100%	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 780M) vs 12_1 (GRID P40-1Q). Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 0.

Feature	GeForce GTX 780M	GRID P40-1Q
DirectX	12 (11_0)	12_1
Max Displays	4	0

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 780M draws 122W versus the GRID P40-1Q's 225W — a 59.4% difference. The GeForce GTX 780M is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GTX 780M) vs 350W (GRID P40-1Q). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs PCIe-powered.

Feature	GeForce GTX 780M	GRID P40-1Q
TDP	122W-46%	225W
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	1x 6-pin	PCIe-powered
Length	—	1mm
Slots	0	0
Temp (Load)	80°C	—
Perf/Watt	31.5+84%	17.1

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 780M costs 60% less ($90 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 64.1 (GeForce GTX 780M) vs 25.6 (GRID P40-1Q) — the GeForce GTX 780M offers 150.4% better value. The GRID P40-1Q is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2013).