GRID K220Q
VS
GRID P40-6Q

GRID K220Q vs GRID P40-6Q

GRID K220Q

2014Core: 745 MHz
VS

GRID P40-6Q

2013Core: 745 MHz

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 K220Q is positioned at rank 299 and the GRID P40-6Q is on rank 396, so the GRID K220Q offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar GRID K220Q

#115
Radeon Instinct MI60
MSRP: $6000|Avg: $600
100%
#283
Tesla K20m
MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55
7615%
#299
GRID K220Q
MSRP: $469|Avg: $40
100%
#300
FirePro W9100
MSRP: $4000|Avg: $200
100%
#301
GRID T4-8Q
MSRP: $2500|Avg: $1000
98%
#302
FirePro 3D V3700
MSRP: $99|Avg: $10
93%
#303
GRID T4-1Q
MSRP: $1880|Avg: $600
91%
#304
GRID M60-2Q
MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150
89%
#305
NVS 310
MSRP: $159|Avg: $10
89%
#307
FirePro 3D V3750
MSRP: $199|Avg: $25
88%
#308
NVS 810
MSRP: $700|Avg: $80
88%
#309
GRID P40-2Q
MSRP: $5699|Avg: $340
87%
#310
Quadro 2000D
MSRP: $599|Avg: $40
85%
#311
FirePro 3D V8800
MSRP: $1499|Avg: $30
84%
#312
Quadro K5000
MSRP: $2499|Avg: $60
82%
#313
Quadro 2000
MSRP: $599|Avg: $25
81%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar GRID P40-6Q

#381
Tesla K20m
MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55
49243%
#396
GRID P40-6Q
MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150
100%
#397
Quadro FX 540
MSRP: $299|Avg: $15
90%
#398
Tesla M2070-Q
MSRP: $5489|Avg: $50
80%
#399
Quadro 7000
MSRP: $14499|Avg: $300
80%
#400
Quadro FX 1500
MSRP: $699|Avg: $30
80%
#401
Quadro FX 3700
MSRP: $1599|Avg: $500
77%
#402
Quadro FX 4700 X2
MSRP: $2999|Avg: $15
77%
#403
GRID M10-0B
MSRP: $4000|Avg: $1000
73%
#405
GRID K340
MSRP: $3299|Avg: $57
67%
#406
Quadro FX 4600
MSRP: $1999|Avg: $50
67%
#407
Quadro FX 5600
MSRP: $2999|Avg: $50
60%
#409
Quadro FX 3500
MSRP: $1599|Avg: $1599
57%
#410
Quadro FX 1400
MSRP: $799|Avg: $30
53%
#411
GRID K1
MSRP: $4140|Avg: $120
53%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GRID K220Q 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 GRID P40-6Q.

InsightGRID K220QGRID P40-6Q
Performance
Leading raw performance (+0.8%)
Lower raw frame rates (-0.8%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Kepler (2012−2018))
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018))
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM
❌ Less VRAM capacity
✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency
Normal Efficiency
Normal Efficiency
Case Fit
Standard Size (265mm)
📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GRID K220Q offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GRID K220Q holds the technical lead. Priced at $40 (vs $150), it costs 73% less, resulting in a 277.9% higher cost efficiency score.

InsightGRID K220QGRID P40-6Q
Cost Efficiency
Better overall value (+277.9%)
Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost
More affordable ($40)
⚠️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.

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GRID K220Q and GRID P40-6Q

NVIDIA

GRID K220Q

The GRID K220Q is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in July 2 2014. 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: 912 points. Launch price was $469.

NVIDIA

GRID P40-6Q

The GRID P40-6Q 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: 905 points. Launch price was $469.

Graphics Performance

The GRID K220Q scores 912 and the GRID P40-6Q reaches 905 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.8% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GRID K220Q is built on Kepler while the GRID P40-6Q uses Kepler, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 1,536 (GRID K220Q) vs 1,536 (GRID P40-6Q). Raw compute: 2.289 TFLOPS (GRID K220Q) vs 2.289 TFLOPS (GRID P40-6Q).

FeatureGRID K220QGRID P40-6Q
G3D Mark Score
912
905
Architecture
Kepler
Kepler
Process Node
28 nm
28 nm
Shading Units
1536
1536
Compute (TFLOPS)
2.289 TFLOPS
2.289 TFLOPS
ROPs
32
32
TMUs
128
128
L1 Cache
128 KB
128 KB
L2 Cache
512 KB
512 KB

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureGRID K220QGRID P40-6Q
Upscaling Tech
FSR 1.0 (Software)
FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation
Not Supported
Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction
No
No
Low Latency
Standard
Standard
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Video Memory (VRAM)

Both cards feature 512 MB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit.

FeatureGRID K220QGRID P40-6Q
VRAM Capacity
0.5 GB
0.5 GB
Memory Type
GDDR5
GDDR5
Bus Width
64-bit
64-bit
L2 Cache
512 KB
512 KB
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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 11_0 (GRID K220Q) vs 12_1 (GRID P40-6Q). Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 0.

FeatureGRID K220QGRID P40-6Q
DirectX
11_0
12_1+9%
Max Displays
2
0
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Power & Dimensions

The GRID K220Q draws 225W versus the GRID P40-6Q's 225W — a 0% difference. The GRID P40-6Q is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID K220Q) vs 350W (GRID P40-6Q). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 265mm vs 1mm, occupying 2 vs 0 slots.

FeatureGRID K220QGRID P40-6Q
TDP
225W
225W
Recommended PSU
350W
350W
Power Connector
PCIe-powered
PCIe-powered
Length
265mm
1mm
Slots
2
0-100%
Perf/Watt
4.1+2%
4.0
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Value Analysis

The GRID K220Q launched at $469 MSRP and currently averages $40, while the GRID P40-6Q launched at $3000 and now averages $150. The GRID K220Q costs 73.3% less ($110 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 22.8 (GRID K220Q) vs 6.0 (GRID P40-6Q) — the GRID K220Q offers 280% better value. The GRID K220Q is the newer GPU (2014 vs 2013).

FeatureGRID K220QGRID P40-6Q
MSRP
$469-84%
$3000
Avg Price (30d)
$40-73%
$150
Performance per Dollar
22.8+280%
6.0
Codename
GK104
GK104
Release
July 2 2014
June 28 2013
Ranking
#907
#628