GRID K240Q vs Radeon HD 6850 X2
GRID K240Q
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Radeon HD 6850 X2
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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 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.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GRID K240Q
Performance Per Dollar
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GRID K240Q is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.3% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon HD 6850 X2.
| Insight | GRID K240Q | Radeon HD 6850 X2 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.3%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.3%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / TeraScale 2 (2009−2015)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | Normal Efficiency | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | Standard Size (285mm) |
💎 Value Proposition
The GRID K240Q offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GRID K240Q holds the technical lead. Priced at $40 (vs $50), it costs 20% less, resulting in a 25.3% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GRID K240Q | Radeon HD 6850 X2 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+25.3%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($40) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($50) |
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 Radeon HD 6850 X2
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.
Radeon HD 6850 X2
The Radeon HD 6850 X2 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in September 19 2011. It features the TeraScale 2 architecture. The core clock speed is 800 MHz. It has 960 ×2 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 254W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,534 points.
Graphics Performance
The GRID K240Q scores 2,541 and the Radeon HD 6850 X2 reaches 2,534 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.3% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GRID K240Q is built on Kepler while the Radeon HD 6850 X2 uses TeraScale 2, both on 28 nm vs 40 nm. Shader units: 1,536 (GRID K240Q) vs 960 (Radeon HD 6850 X2). Raw compute: 2.289 TFLOPS (GRID K240Q) vs 1.536 TFLOPS ×2 (Radeon HD 6850 X2).
| Feature | GRID K240Q | Radeon HD 6850 X2 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 2,541 | 2,534 |
| Architecture | Kepler | TeraScale 2 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 40 nm |
| Shading Units | 1536+60% | 960 ×2 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 2.289 TFLOPS+49% | 1.536 TFLOPS ×2 |
| ROPs | 32 | 32 ×2 |
| TMUs | 128+167% | 48 ×2 |
| L1 Cache | 128 KB | 192 KB+50% |
| L2 Cache | 512 KB | 512 KB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GRID K240Q | Radeon HD 6850 X2 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | AMD Anti-Lag |
Video Memory (VRAM)
Both cards feature 2 GB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | GRID K240Q | Radeon HD 6850 X2 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | 2 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 128-bit+100% |
| L2 Cache | 512 KB | 512 KB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 11_0 (GRID K240Q) vs 11.2 (Radeon HD 6850 X2). Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 4.
| Feature | GRID K240Q | Radeon HD 6850 X2 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 11_0 | 11.2+2% |
| Max Displays | 0 | 4 |
Power & Dimensions
The GRID K240Q draws 225W versus the Radeon HD 6850 X2's 254W — a 12.1% difference. The GRID K240Q is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID K240Q) vs 600W (Radeon HD 6850 X2). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 2x 8-pin. Card length: 1mm vs 285mm, occupying 0 vs 2 slots.
| Feature | GRID K240Q | Radeon HD 6850 X2 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 225W-11% | 254W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W-42% | 600W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | 2x 8-pin |
| Length | 1mm | 285mm |
| Slots | 0-100% | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 80°C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 11.3+13% | 10.0 |
Value Analysis
The GRID K240Q launched at $500 MSRP and currently averages $40, while the Radeon HD 6850 X2 launched at $350 and now averages $50. The GRID K240Q costs 20% less ($10 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 63.5 (GRID K240Q) vs 50.7 (Radeon HD 6850 X2) — the GRID K240Q offers 25.2% better value. The GRID K240Q is the newer GPU (2013 vs 2011).
| Feature | GRID K240Q | Radeon HD 6850 X2 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $500 | $350-30% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $40-20% | $50 |
| Performance per Dollar | 63.5+25% | 50.7 |
| Codename | GK104 | Barts |
| Release | June 28 2013 | September 19 2011 |
| Ranking | #628 | #630 |
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