GRID K240Q
VS
GeForce GTX 650 Ti

GRID K240Q vs GeForce GTX 650 Ti

GRID K240Q

2013Core: 745 MHz
VS
NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 650 Ti

2012Core: 928 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. The GRID K240Q is positioned at rank #210 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

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 K240Q

#91
RTX PRO 6000
MSRP: $8565|Avg: $8565
99%
#92
RTX A6000
MSRP: $4649|Avg: $3500
97%
#93
Quadro RTX A6000
MSRP: $4649|Avg: $3500
96%
#195
Tesla K20m
MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55
2908%
#210
GRID K240Q
MSRP: $500|Avg: $40
100%
#211
FirePro M4150
MSRP: $200|Avg: $50
100%
#212
FirePro V4900
MSRP: $200|Avg: $47
99%
#213
GRID K160Q
MSRP: $125|Avg: $30
99%
#215
Quadro
MSRP: $1000|Avg: $50
98%
#216
FirePro W5000
MSRP: $599|Avg: $40
97%
#219
FirePro W7000 Adapter
MSRP: $899|Avg: $15
96%
#220
Quadro K420
MSRP: $150|Avg: $20
95%
#223
FirePro W7000
MSRP: $899|Avg: $50
94%
#224
Radeon R7 PRO A10-9700
MSRP: $169|Avg: $100
94%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GRID K240Q is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.6% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 650 Ti.

InsightGRID K240QGeForce GTX 650 Ti
Performance
Leading raw performance (+0.6%)
Lower raw frame rates (-0.6%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018))
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / Kepler (2012−2018))
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM
❌ Less VRAM capacity
✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency
⚡ Higher Power Consumption
💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit
📏 Compact / SFF Friendly
📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 650 Ti offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 650 Ti holds the technical lead. Priced at $30 (vs $40), it costs 25% less, resulting in a 32.5% higher cost efficiency score.

InsightGRID K240QGeForce GTX 650 Ti
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Better overall value (+32.5%)
Upfront Cost
⚠️Higher upfront cost ($40)
More affordable ($30)

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 K240Q and GeForce GTX 650 Ti

NVIDIA

GRID K240Q

The GRID K240Q 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: 2,541 points. Launch price was $469.

NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 650 Ti

The GeForce GTX 650 Ti is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in October 9 2012. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 928 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 110W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,525 points. Launch price was $149.

Graphics Performance

The GRID K240Q scores 2,541 and the GeForce GTX 650 Ti reaches 2,525 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.6% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GRID K240Q is built on Kepler while the GeForce GTX 650 Ti uses Kepler, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 1,536 (GRID K240Q) vs 768 (GeForce GTX 650 Ti). Raw compute: 2.289 TFLOPS (GRID K240Q) vs 1.425 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 650 Ti).

FeatureGRID K240QGeForce GTX 650 Ti
G3D Mark Score
2,541
2,525
Architecture
Kepler
Kepler
Process Node
28 nm
28 nm
Shading Units
1536+100%
768
Compute (TFLOPS)
2.289 TFLOPS+61%
1.425 TFLOPS
ROPs
32+100%
16
TMUs
128+100%
64
L1 Cache
128 KB+100%
64 KB
L2 Cache
512 KB+100%
256 KB

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureGRID K240QGeForce GTX 650 Ti
Upscaling Tech
FSR 1.0 (Software)
FSR 2.1 (Compatible)
Frame Generation
Not Supported
FSR 3 (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction
No
No
Low Latency
Standard
Standard
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Video Memory (VRAM)

Both cards feature 2 GB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 512 KB (GRID K240Q) vs 256 KB (GeForce GTX 650 Ti) — the GRID K240Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

FeatureGRID K240QGeForce GTX 650 Ti
VRAM Capacity
2 GB
2 GB
Memory Type
GDDR5
GDDR5
Bus Width
64-bit
128-bit+100%
L2 Cache
512 KB+100%
256 KB
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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 11_0 (GRID K240Q) vs 11.0 (GeForce GTX 650 Ti). OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 3.

FeatureGRID K240QGeForce GTX 650 Ti
DirectX
11_0
11.0
OpenGL
4.6
4.6
Max Displays
0
3
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Media & Encoding

Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (GRID K240Q) vs MPEG-2,VC-1,H.264 (GeForce GTX 650 Ti).

FeatureGRID K240QGeForce GTX 650 Ti
Encoder
NVENC (1st Gen)
Decoder
PureVideo VP5
Codecs
H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2
MPEG-2,VC-1,H.264
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Power & Dimensions

The GRID K240Q draws 225W versus the GeForce GTX 650 Ti's 110W — a 68.7% difference. The GeForce GTX 650 Ti is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID K240Q) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 650 Ti). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 1x 6-pin. Card length: 1mm vs 145mm, occupying 0 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 80°C vs 70.

FeatureGRID K240QGeForce GTX 650 Ti
TDP
225W
110W-51%
Recommended PSU
350W-13%
400W
Power Connector
PCIe-powered
1x 6-pin
Length
1mm
145mm
Height
111mm
Slots
0-100%
2
Temp (Load)
80°C
70-13%
Perf/Watt
11.3
23.0+104%
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Value Analysis

The GRID K240Q launched at $500 MSRP and currently averages $40, while the GeForce GTX 650 Ti launched at $149 and now averages $30. The GeForce GTX 650 Ti costs 25% less ($10 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 63.5 (GRID K240Q) vs 84.2 (GeForce GTX 650 Ti) — the GeForce GTX 650 Ti offers 32.6% better value. The GRID K240Q is the newer GPU (2013 vs 2012).

FeatureGRID K240QGeForce GTX 650 Ti
MSRP
$500
$149-70%
Avg Price (30d)
$40
$30-25%
Performance per Dollar
63.5
84.2+33%
Codename
GK104
GK106
Release
June 28 2013
October 9 2012
Ranking
#628
#633