GeForce GTX 980M SLI vs GRID RTX6000-1Q
GeForce GTX 980M SLI
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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.
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Performance Per Dollar GeForce GTX 980M SLI
Performance Per Dollar GRID RTX6000-1Q
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GRID RTX6000-1Q is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.8% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 980M SLI.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 980M SLI | GRID RTX6000-1Q |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.8%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.8%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Maxwell (2014−2017)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | Normal Efficiency | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (267mm) | Standard Size (267mm) |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the GRID RTX6000-1Q 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 980M SLI and GRID RTX6000-1Q
GeForce GTX 980M SLI
The GeForce GTX 980M SLI is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in October 7 2014. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 1038 MHz to 1127 MHz. It has 3072 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 200W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 12,523 points.
GRID RTX6000-1Q
The GRID RTX6000-1Q 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: 12,617 points.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce GTX 980M SLI scores 12,523 and the GRID RTX6000-1Q reaches 12,617 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.8% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 980M SLI is built on Maxwell while the GRID RTX6000-1Q uses Maxwell 2.0, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 3,072 (GeForce GTX 980M SLI) vs 2,048 (GRID RTX6000-1Q). Boost clocks: 1127 MHz vs 1178 MHz.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 980M SLI | GRID RTX6000-1Q |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 12,523 | 12,617 |
| Architecture | Maxwell | Maxwell 2.0 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 3072+50% | 2048 |
| Boost Clock | 1127 MHz | 1178 MHz+5% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GTX 980M SLI | GRID RTX6000-1Q |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 2.1 (Compatible) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | FSR 3 (Compatible) | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
Both cards feature 8 GB of video memory. Bus width: 256-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 980M SLI | GRID RTX6000-1Q |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR6 |
| Bus Width | 256-bit+100% | 128-bit |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12.1 (GeForce GTX 980M SLI) vs 12.2 (GRID RTX6000-1Q). Vulkan: 1.1 vs 1.1. OpenGL: 4.4 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 0.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 980M SLI | GRID RTX6000-1Q |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12.1 | 12.2 |
| Vulkan | 1.1 | 1.1 |
| OpenGL | 4.4 | 4.6+5% |
| Max Displays | 4 | 0 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC 4.0 (2x) (GeForce GTX 980M SLI) vs 7th Gen NVENC (GRID RTX6000-1Q). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP6 (2x) vs 5th Gen NVDEC. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC (GeForce GTX 980M SLI) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9 (GRID RTX6000-1Q).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 980M SLI | GRID RTX6000-1Q |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 4.0 (2x) | 7th Gen NVENC |
| Decoder | PureVideo HD VP6 (2x) | 5th Gen NVDEC |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GTX 980M SLI draws 200W versus the GRID RTX6000-1Q's 225W — a 11.8% difference. The GeForce GTX 980M SLI is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 500W (GeForce GTX 980M SLI) vs 500W (GRID RTX6000-1Q). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 267mm vs 267mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 85°C vs 85°C.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 980M SLI | GRID RTX6000-1Q |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 200W-11% | 225W |
| Recommended PSU | 500W | 500W |
| Power Connector | 1x 6-pin | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 267mm | 267mm |
| Height | 111mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 85°C | 85°C |
| Perf/Watt | 62.6+12% | 56.1 |
Value Analysis
The GRID RTX6000-1Q is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2014).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 980M SLI | GRID RTX6000-1Q |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | — | $6299 |
| Avg Price (30d) | — | $1500 |
| Codename | — | GM204 |
| Release | October 7 2014 | August 30 2015 |
| Ranking | #263 | #525 |
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