GRID K1 vs GeForce GT 530
GRID K1
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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 GRID K1 is positioned at rank 410 and the GeForce GT 530 is on rank 189, so the GeForce GT 530 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GRID K1
Performance Per Dollar GeForce GT 530
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce GT 530 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.7% higher G3D Mark score and 300% more VRAM (2 GB vs 512 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GRID K1.
| Insight | GRID K1 | GeForce GT 530 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.7%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.7%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+300%) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (267mm) | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce GT 530 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GT 530 holds the technical lead. Priced at $20 (vs $120), it costs 83% less, resulting in a 510.1% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GRID K1 | GeForce GT 530 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+510.1%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($120) | ✅More affordable ($20) |
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 GRID K1 and GeForce GT 530
GRID K1
The GRID K1 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 11 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 745 MHz. It has 1536 ×2 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 225W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 651 points. Launch price was $5,199.
GeForce GT 530
The GeForce GT 530 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in August 20 2015. It features the Maxwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1024 MHz to 1188 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 90W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 662 points. Launch price was $159.
Graphics Performance
The GRID K1 scores 651 and the GeForce GT 530 reaches 662 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.7% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GRID K1 is built on Kepler while the GeForce GT 530 uses Maxwell 2.0, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 1,536 (GRID K1) vs 768 (GeForce GT 530). Raw compute: 2.289 TFLOPS ×2 (GRID K1) vs 1.825 TFLOPS (GeForce GT 530).
| Feature | GRID K1 | GeForce GT 530 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 651 | 662+2% |
| Architecture | Kepler | Maxwell 2.0 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 1536 ×2+100% | 768 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 2.289 TFLOPS ×2+25% | 1.825 TFLOPS |
| ROPs | 32 ×2 | 32 |
| TMUs | 128 ×2+167% | 48 |
| L1 Cache | 128 KB | 288 KB+125% |
| L2 Cache | 0.5 MB | 1 MB+100% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GRID K1 | GeForce GT 530 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GRID K1 comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce GT 530 has 2 GB. The GeForce GT 530 offers 300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 0.5 MB (GRID K1) vs 1 MB (GeForce GT 530) — the GeForce GT 530 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GRID K1 | GeForce GT 530 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | 2 GB+300% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 0.5 MB | 1 MB+100% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12_0 (GRID K1) vs 12 (11_0) (GeForce GT 530). Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 4.
| Feature | GRID K1 | GeForce GT 530 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12_0 | 12 (11_0) |
| Max Displays | 0 | 4 |
Power & Dimensions
The GRID K1 draws 225W versus the GeForce GT 530's 90W — a 85.7% difference. The GeForce GT 530 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID K1) vs 250W (GeForce GT 530). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs None. Card length: 267mm vs 145mm, occupying 2 vs 1 slots.
| Feature | GRID K1 | GeForce GT 530 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 225W | 90W-60% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 250W-29% |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | None |
| Length | 267mm | 145mm |
| Height | — | 111mm |
| Slots | 2 | 1-50% |
| Temp (Load) | — | 70°C |
| Perf/Watt | 2.9 | 7.4+155% |
Value Analysis
The GRID K1 launched at $4140 MSRP and currently averages $120, while the GeForce GT 530 launched at $100 and now averages $20. The GeForce GT 530 costs 83.3% less ($100 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 5.4 (GRID K1) vs 33.1 (GeForce GT 530) — the GeForce GT 530 offers 513% better value. The GeForce GT 530 is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2013).
| Feature | GRID K1 | GeForce GT 530 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $4140 | $100-98% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $120 | $20-83% |
| Performance per Dollar | 5.4 | 33.1+513% |
| Codename | GK104 | GM206 |
| Release | May 11 2013 | August 20 2015 |
| Ranking | #611 | #425 |
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