GRID K140Q vs GeForce GT 340
GRID K140Q
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GeForce GT 340
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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 K140Q is positioned at rank 197 and the GeForce GT 340 is on rank 170, so the GeForce GT 340 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GRID K140Q
Performance Per Dollar GeForce GT 340
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce GT 340 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.4% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (1 GB vs 512 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GRID K140Q.
| Insight | GRID K140Q | GeForce GT 340 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.4%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.4%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Kepler (2012−2018)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+100%) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (267mm) | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce GT 340 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GT 340 holds the technical lead. Priced at $20 (vs $500), it costs 96% less, resulting in a 2434.3% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GRID K140Q | GeForce GT 340 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+2434.3%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($500) | ✅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 K140Q and GeForce GT 340
GRID K140Q
The GRID K140Q 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: 728 points. Launch price was $469.
GeForce GT 340
The GeForce GT 340 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 29 2014. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 993 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 64W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 738 points. Launch price was $89.
Graphics Performance
The GRID K140Q scores 728 and the GeForce GT 340 reaches 738 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.4% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GRID K140Q is built on Kepler while the GeForce GT 340 uses Kepler, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 1,536 (GRID K140Q) vs 384 (GeForce GT 340). Raw compute: 2.289 TFLOPS (GRID K140Q) vs 0.7626 TFLOPS (GeForce GT 340).
| Feature | GRID K140Q | GeForce GT 340 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 728 | 738+1% |
| Architecture | Kepler | Kepler |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 1536+300% | 384 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 2.289 TFLOPS+200% | 0.7626 TFLOPS |
| ROPs | 32+100% | 16 |
| TMUs | 128+300% | 32 |
| L1 Cache | 128 KB+300% | 32 KB |
| L2 Cache | 512 KB+100% | 256 KB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GRID K140Q | GeForce GT 340 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 K140Q comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce GT 340 has 1 GB. The GeForce GT 340 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 512 KB (GRID K140Q) vs 256 KB (GeForce GT 340) — the GRID K140Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GRID K140Q | GeForce GT 340 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | 1 GB+100% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 128-bit+100% |
| L2 Cache | 512 KB+100% | 256 KB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 11_0 (GRID K140Q) vs 11.1 (10_1) (GeForce GT 340). Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 2.
| Feature | GRID K140Q | GeForce GT 340 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 11_0 | 11.1 (10_1) |
| Max Displays | 0 | 2 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC 3rd Gen (GRID K140Q) vs None (GeForce GT 340). Decoder: NVDEC 1st Gen vs VP4.
| Feature | GRID K140Q | GeForce GT 340 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 3rd Gen | None |
| Decoder | NVDEC 1st Gen | VP4 |
| Codecs | — | H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1 |
Power & Dimensions
The GRID K140Q draws 225W versus the GeForce GT 340's 64W — a 111.4% difference. The GeForce GT 340 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID K140Q) vs 300W (GeForce GT 340). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs None. Card length: 267mm vs 168mm, occupying 1 vs 1 slots.
| Feature | GRID K140Q | GeForce GT 340 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 225W | 64W-72% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 300W-14% |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | None |
| Length | 267mm | 168mm |
| Height | — | 111mm |
| Slots | 1 | 1 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 75 |
| Perf/Watt | 3.2 | 11.5+259% |
Value Analysis
The GRID K140Q launched at $125 MSRP and currently averages $500, while the GeForce GT 340 launched at $100 and now averages $20. The GeForce GT 340 costs 96% less ($480 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 1.5 (GRID K140Q) vs 36.9 (GeForce GT 340) — the GeForce GT 340 offers 2360% better value. The GeForce GT 340 is the newer GPU (2014 vs 2013).
| Feature | GRID K140Q | GeForce GT 340 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $125 | $100-20% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $500 | $20-96% |
| Performance per Dollar | 1.5 | 36.9+2360% |
| Codename | GK104 | GK107 |
| Release | June 28 2013 | May 29 2014 |
| Ranking | #628 | #777 |
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