GRID K140Q vs Radeon RX 7600
GRID K140Q
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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.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. The GRID K140Q is positioned at rank #197 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GRID K140Q
Performance Per Dollar Radeon RX 7600
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The Radeon RX 7600 is significantly newer (2023 vs 2013). The Radeon RX 7600 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GRID K140Q lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Radeon RX 7600 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2177.6% higher G3D Mark score and 1500% more VRAM (8 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 | Radeon RX 7600 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2177.6%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+2177.6%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018)) | 🏆Elite Architecture (RDNA 3.0 (2022−2026) / 6nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | ✨ FSR 3 / AFMF Support |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | 🎮 High Capacity (8 GB) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (267mm) | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The Radeon RX 7600 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $250 versus $500 for the GRID K140Q, it costs 50% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 4455.2% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GRID K140Q | Radeon RX 7600 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+4455.2%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($500) | ✅More affordable ($250) |
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 Radeon RX 7600
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.
Radeon RX 7600
The Radeon RX 7600 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in May 24 2023. It features the RDNA 3.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1720 MHz to 2655 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 165W. Manufactured using 6 nm process technology. It features 32 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 16,581 points. Launch price was $269.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GRID K140Q scores 728 versus the Radeon RX 7600's 16,581 — the Radeon RX 7600 leads by 2177.6%. The GRID K140Q is built on Kepler while the Radeon RX 7600 uses RDNA 3.0, both on 28 nm vs 6 nm. Shader units: 1,536 (GRID K140Q) vs 2,048 (Radeon RX 7600). Raw compute: 2.289 TFLOPS (GRID K140Q) vs 21.75 TFLOPS (Radeon RX 7600).
| Feature | GRID K140Q | Radeon RX 7600 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 728 | 16,581+2178% |
| Architecture | Kepler | RDNA 3.0 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 6 nm |
| Shading Units | 1536 | 2048+33% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 2.289 TFLOPS | 21.75 TFLOPS+850% |
| ROPs | 32 | 64+100% |
| TMUs | 128 | 128 |
| L1 Cache | 128 KB | 512 KB+300% |
| L2 Cache | 0.5 MB | 2 MB+300% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
A critical advantage for the Radeon RX 7600 is support for FSR 3 / AFMF. This allows it to generate entire frames using AI/Algorithms, essentially doubling the frame rate in CPU-bound scenarios or heavy ray-tracing titles. The GRID K140Q lacks specific hardware/driver support for this native frame generation tier.
| Feature | GRID K140Q | Radeon RX 7600 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 3 (Native) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | FSR 3 / AFMF (Driver) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | AMD Anti-Lag |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GRID K140Q comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the Radeon RX 7600 has 8 GB. The Radeon RX 7600 offers 1500% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 0.5 MB (GRID K140Q) vs 2 MB (Radeon RX 7600) — the Radeon RX 7600 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GRID K140Q | Radeon RX 7600 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | 8 GB+1500% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR6 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 128-bit+100% |
| L2 Cache | 0.5 MB | 2 MB+300% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 11_0 (GRID K140Q) vs 12.2 (Radeon RX 7600). Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 4.
| Feature | GRID K140Q | Radeon RX 7600 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 11_0 | 12.2+11% |
| Max Displays | 0 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC 3rd Gen (GRID K140Q) vs VCN 4.0 (Radeon RX 7600). Decoder: NVDEC 1st Gen vs VCN 4.0.
| Feature | GRID K140Q | Radeon RX 7600 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 3rd Gen | VCN 4.0 |
| Decoder | NVDEC 1st Gen | VCN 4.0 |
| Codecs | — | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 |
Power & Dimensions
The GRID K140Q draws 225W versus the Radeon RX 7600's 165W — a 30.8% difference. The Radeon RX 7600 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID K140Q) vs 550W (Radeon RX 7600). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 8-pin. Card length: 267mm vs 240mm, occupying 1 vs 2 slots.
| Feature | GRID K140Q | Radeon RX 7600 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 225W | 165W-27% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W-36% | 550W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | 8-pin |
| Length | 267mm | 240mm |
| Height | — | 111mm |
| Slots | 1-50% | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 75°C |
| Perf/Watt | 3.2 | 100.5+3041% |
Value Analysis
The GRID K140Q launched at $125 MSRP and currently averages $500, while the Radeon RX 7600 launched at $269 and now averages $250. The Radeon RX 7600 costs 50% less ($250 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 1.5 (GRID K140Q) vs 66.3 (Radeon RX 7600) — the Radeon RX 7600 offers 4320% better value. The Radeon RX 7600 is the newer GPU (2023 vs 2013).
| Feature | GRID K140Q | Radeon RX 7600 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $125-54% | $269 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $500 | $250-50% |
| Performance per Dollar | 1.5 | 66.3+4320% |
| Codename | GK104 | Navi 33 |
| Release | June 28 2013 | May 24 2023 |
| Ranking | #628 | #118 |
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