GeForce GTX 950M
VS
GRID K240Q

GeForce GTX 950M vs GRID K240Q

NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 950M

2015Core: 914 MHzBoost: 1124 MHz
VS

GRID K240Q

2013Core: 745 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

About G3D Mark

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 950M is positioned at rank 83 and the GRID K240Q is on rank 210, so the GeForce GTX 950M 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 950M

#25
Radeon RX 7600M XT
MSRP: $329|Avg: $300
95%
#73
Radeon RX 550X (móvel)
MSRP: $35|Avg: $35
232%
#75
210%
#76
210%
#80
GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50
191%
#81
Radeon RX 6300
MSRP: $60|Avg: $40
189%
#83
GeForce GTX 950M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A
100%
#86
Radeon RX 560 (móvel)
MSRP: $99|Avg: $50
97%
#92
Radeon RX 550 (móvel)
MSRP: $79|Avg: $40
95%
#95
GeForce GT 555M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $35
92%
#97
GeForce GTX 760M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $40
92%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar GRID K240Q

#91
RTX PRO 6000
MSRP: $8565|Avg: $8565
99%
#92
RTX A6000
MSRP: $4649|Avg: $3500
97%
#93
Quadro RTX A6000
MSRP: $4649|Avg: $3500
96%
#195
Tesla K20m
MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55
2908%
#210
GRID K240Q
MSRP: $500|Avg: $40
100%
#211
FirePro M4150
MSRP: $200|Avg: $50
100%
#212
FirePro V4900
MSRP: $200|Avg: $47
99%
#213
GRID K160Q
MSRP: $125|Avg: $30
99%
#215
Quadro
MSRP: $1000|Avg: $50
98%
#216
FirePro W5000
MSRP: $599|Avg: $40
97%
#219
FirePro W7000 Adapter
MSRP: $899|Avg: $15
96%
#220
Quadro K420
MSRP: $150|Avg: $20
95%
#223
FirePro W7000
MSRP: $899|Avg: $50
94%
#224
Radeon R7 PRO A10-9700
MSRP: $169|Avg: $100
94%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 950M is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.3% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GRID K240Q.

InsightGeForce GTX 950MGRID K240Q
Performance
Leading raw performance (+1.3%)
Lower raw frame rates (-1.3%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell (2014−2017))
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018))
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM
❌ Less VRAM capacity
✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency
💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit
📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce GTX 950M 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.

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 950M and GRID K240Q

NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 950M

The GeForce GTX 950M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 13 2015. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 914 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: 2,575 points.

NVIDIA

GRID K240Q

The GRID K240Q is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in June 28 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 745 MHz. It has 1536 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 225W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,541 points. Launch price was $469.

Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 950M scores 2,575 and the GRID K240Q reaches 2,541 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.3% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 950M is built on Maxwell while the GRID K240Q uses Kepler, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 640 (GeForce GTX 950M) vs 1,536 (GRID K240Q). Raw compute: 1.439 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 950M) vs 2.289 TFLOPS (GRID K240Q).

FeatureGeForce GTX 950MGRID K240Q
G3D Mark Score
2,575+1%
2,541
Architecture
Maxwell
Kepler
Process Node
28 nm
28 nm
Shading Units
640
1536+140%
Compute (TFLOPS)
1.439 TFLOPS
2.289 TFLOPS+59%
ROPs
16
32+100%
TMUs
40
128+220%
L1 Cache
320 KB+150%
128 KB
L2 Cache
2 MB+300%
0.5 MB

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureGeForce GTX 950MGRID K240Q
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 GDDR5. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 2 MB (GeForce GTX 950M) vs 0.5 MB (GRID K240Q) — the GeForce GTX 950M has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

FeatureGeForce GTX 950MGRID K240Q
VRAM Capacity
2 GB
2 GB
Memory Type
GDDR5
GDDR5
Bus Width
128-bit+100%
64-bit
L2 Cache
2 MB+300%
0.5 MB
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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 950M draws 75W versus the GRID K240Q's 225W — a 100% difference. The GeForce GTX 950M is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GTX 950M) vs 350W (GRID K240Q). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs PCIe-powered.

FeatureGeForce GTX 950MGRID K240Q
TDP
75W-67%
225W
Recommended PSU
350W
350W
Power Connector
1x 6-pin
PCIe-powered
Length
1mm
Slots
0
Temp (Load)
80°C
Perf/Watt
34.3+204%
11.3
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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 950M is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2013).

FeatureGeForce GTX 950MGRID K240Q
MSRP
$500
Avg Price (30d)
$40
Codename
GM107
GK104
Release
March 13 2015
June 28 2013
Ranking
#626
#628