GeForce GTX 950A vs GRID M10-8Q

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 950A is positioned at rank 286 and the GRID M10-8Q is on rank 346, so the GeForce GTX 950A 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 950A

#61

GeForce RTX 2070 (móvel)

MSRP: $800|Avg: $350

94%

#276

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

664%

#278

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

602%

#279

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

600%

#283

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

546%

#284

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

542%

#286

GeForce GTX 950A

MSRP: $159|Avg: $30

100%

#288

Radeon 540X

MSRP: $99|Avg: $40

98%

#289

GeForce 930MX

MSRP: $80|Avg: $25

98%

#291

GeForce MX250

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

97%

#292

Radeon 630

MSRP: $100|Avg: $50

96%

#293

GeForce MX330

MSRP: $150|Avg: $100

96%

#297

Radeon RX 780

MSRP: $499|Avg: $721

94%

#300

GeForce 940MX

MSRP: $100|Avg: $50

92%

#301

GeForce MX130

MSRP: $120|Avg: $50

92%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar GRID M10-8Q

#331

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

14205%

#346

GRID M10-8Q

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $500

100%

#347

Quadro FX 3800

MSRP: $799|Avg: $20

99%

#348

FirePro V8700

MSRP: $1499|Avg: $170

99%

#350

GRID K520

MSRP: $3599|Avg: $50

94%

#351

GRID P40-12Q

MSRP: $5699|Avg: $5699

93%

#352

FirePro 2270

MSRP: $149|Avg: $30

91%

#353

FirePro 2460

MSRP: $180|Avg: $10

90%

#355

FirePro 3D V5700

MSRP: $599|Avg: $25

88%

#356

Quadro FX 580

MSRP: $199|Avg: $500

88%

#358

GRID M60-1B

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $120

87%

#359

FireStream 9270

MSRP: $1499|Avg: $20

86%

#360

Quadro 400

MSRP: $169|Avg: $500

85%

#361

FirePro 2260

MSRP: $129|Avg: $15

85%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 950A is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.2% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GRID M10-8Q.

Insight	GeForce GTX 950A	GRID M10-8Q
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+0.2%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.2%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell (2014−2017))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Maxwell (2014−2017))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	—	Standard Size (267mm)

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 950A offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 950A holds the technical lead. Priced at $30 (vs $500), it costs 94% less, resulting in a 1569.2% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce GTX 950A	GRID M10-8Q
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+1569.2%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($30)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($500)

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 950A Benchmark Check

GRID M10-8Q Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 950A and GRID M10-8Q

GeForce GTX 950A

The GeForce GTX 950A is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 13 2015. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 993 MHz to 1124 MHz. It has 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,599 points.

GRID M10-8Q

The GRID M10-8Q 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: 2,595 points.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 950A scores 2,599 and the GRID M10-8Q reaches 2,595 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 950A is built on Maxwell while the GRID M10-8Q uses Maxwell, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 640 (GeForce GTX 950A) vs 640 (GRID M10-8Q). Raw compute: 1.439 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 950A) vs 1.672 TFLOPS (GRID M10-8Q). Boost clocks: 1124 MHz vs 1306 MHz.

Feature	GeForce GTX 950A	GRID M10-8Q
G3D Mark Score	2,599	2,595
Architecture	Maxwell	Maxwell
Process Node	28 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	640	640
Compute (TFLOPS)	1.439 TFLOPS	1.672 TFLOPS+16%
Boost Clock	1124 MHz	1306 MHz+16%
ROPs	16	16
TMUs	40	40
L1 Cache	320 KB	320 KB
L2 Cache	2 MB	2 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 950A	GRID M10-8Q
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 video memory. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit.

Feature	GeForce GTX 950A	GRID M10-8Q
VRAM Capacity	2 GB	2 GB
Memory Type	DDR3	GDDR5
Bus Width	128-bit+100%	64-bit
L2 Cache	2 MB	2 MB

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 950A draws 75W versus the GRID M10-8Q's 225W — a 100% difference. The GeForce GTX 950A is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GTX 950A) vs 350W (GRID M10-8Q). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs PCIe-powered.

Feature	GeForce GTX 950A	GRID M10-8Q
TDP	75W-67%	225W
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	1x 6-pin	PCIe-powered
Length	—	267mm
Height	—	111mm
Slots	—	2
Temp (Load)	—	85
Perf/Watt	34.7+202%	11.5

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 950A launched at $159 MSRP and currently averages $30, while the GRID M10-8Q launched at $2500 and now averages $500. The GeForce GTX 950A costs 94% less ($470 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 86.6 (GeForce GTX 950A) vs 5.2 (GRID M10-8Q) — the GeForce GTX 950A offers 1565.4% better value. The GRID M10-8Q is the newer GPU (2016 vs 2015).