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GRID K2
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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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The GRID K2 is positioned at rank 381 and the GRID M10-2Q is on rank 342, so the GRID M10-2Q offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GRID K2
Performance Per Dollar GRID M10-2Q
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GRID K2 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.7% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GRID M10-2Q.
| Insight | GRID K2 | GRID M10-2Q |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.7%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-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 (+0%) |
| Efficiency | Normal Efficiency | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | — | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GRID K2 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GRID K2 holds the technical lead. Priced at $80 (vs $150), it costs 47% less, resulting in a 90.6% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GRID K2 | GRID M10-2Q |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+90.6%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($80) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($150) |
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.
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Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of GRID K2 and GRID M10-2Q
GRID K2
The GRID K2 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: 2,737 points. Launch price was $5,199.
GRID M10-2Q
The GRID M10-2Q 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: 2,692 points.
Graphics Performance
The GRID K2 scores 2,737 and the GRID M10-2Q reaches 2,692 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.7% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GRID K2 is built on Kepler while the GRID M10-2Q uses Maxwell 2.0, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 1,536 (GRID K2) vs 2,048 (GRID M10-2Q). Raw compute: 2.289 TFLOPS ×2 (GRID K2) vs 4.825 TFLOPS (GRID M10-2Q).
| Feature | GRID K2 | GRID M10-2Q |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 2,737+2% | 2,692 |
| Architecture | Kepler | Maxwell 2.0 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 1536 ×2 | 2048+33% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 2.289 TFLOPS ×2 | 4.825 TFLOPS+111% |
| ROPs | 32 ×2 | 64+100% |
| TMUs | 128 ×2 | 128 |
| L1 Cache | 128 KB | 768 KB+500% |
| L2 Cache | 0.5 MB | 2 MB+300% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GRID K2 | GRID M10-2Q |
|---|---|---|
| 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)
Both cards feature 2 GB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 0.5 MB (GRID K2) vs 2 MB (GRID M10-2Q) — the GRID M10-2Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GRID K2 | GRID M10-2Q |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | 2 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 0.5 MB | 2 MB+300% |
Power & Dimensions
The GRID K2 draws 225W versus the GRID M10-2Q's 225W — a 0% difference. The GRID M10-2Q is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID K2) vs 350W (GRID M10-2Q). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | GRID K2 | GRID M10-2Q |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 225W | 225W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | PCIe-powered |
| Length | — | 1mm |
| Slots | — | 0 |
| Perf/Watt | 12.2+2% | 12.0 |
Value Analysis
The GRID K2 launched at $5199 MSRP and currently averages $80, while the GRID M10-2Q launched at $2500 and now averages $150. The GRID K2 costs 46.7% less ($70 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 34.2 (GRID K2) vs 17.9 (GRID M10-2Q) — the GRID K2 offers 91.1% better value. The GRID M10-2Q is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2013).
| Feature | GRID K2 | GRID M10-2Q |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $5199 | $2500-52% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $80-47% | $150 |
| Performance per Dollar | 34.2+91% | 17.9 |
| Codename | GK104 | GM204 |
| Release | May 11 2013 | August 30 2015 |
| Ranking | #611 | #433 |
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