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GRID K340
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Radeon HD 8610G + HD 8500M Dual
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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 K340 is positioned at rank 404 and the Radeon HD 8610G + HD 8500M Dual is on rank 507, so the GRID K340 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GRID K340
Performance Per Dollar Radeon HD 8610G + HD 8500M Dual
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GRID K340 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 Radeon HD 8610G + HD 8500M Dual.
| Insight | GRID K340 | Radeon HD 8610G + HD 8500M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.6%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.6%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Legacy) |
| 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 |
💎 Value Proposition
The Radeon HD 8610G + HD 8500M Dual offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Radeon HD 8610G + HD 8500M Dual holds the technical lead. Priced at $30 (vs $57), it costs 47% less, resulting in a 88.8% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GRID K340 | Radeon HD 8610G + HD 8500M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+88.8%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($57) | ✅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 K340 and Radeon HD 8610G + HD 8500M Dual
GRID K340
The GRID K340 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in July 23 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 950 MHz. It has 384 ×4 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 225W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 650 points. Launch price was $3,299.
Radeon HD 8610G + HD 8500M Dual
The Radeon HD 8610G + HD 8500M Dual is manufactured by AMD. It was released in August 1 2013. The core clock speed is 720 / 825 MHz. It has 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 646 points.
Graphics Performance
The GRID K340 scores 650 and the Radeon HD 8610G + HD 8500M Dual reaches 646 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.6% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. Shader units: 384 (GRID K340) vs 640 (Radeon HD 8610G + HD 8500M Dual).
| Feature | GRID K340 | Radeon HD 8610G + HD 8500M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 650 | 646 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 384 ×4 | 640+67% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GRID K340 | Radeon HD 8610G + HD 8500M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| 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 512 MB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | GRID K340 | Radeon HD 8610G + HD 8500M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 128-bit+100% |
Power & Dimensions
The GRID K340 draws 225W versus the Radeon HD 8610G + HD 8500M Dual's 50W — a 127.3% difference. The Radeon HD 8610G + HD 8500M Dual is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID K340) vs 350W (Radeon HD 8610G + HD 8500M Dual). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 1x 6-pin.
| Feature | GRID K340 | Radeon HD 8610G + HD 8500M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 225W | 50W-78% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | 1x 6-pin |
| Length | — | 1mm |
| Slots | — | 0 |
| Perf/Watt | 2.9 | 12.9+345% |
Value Analysis
The GRID K340 launched at $3299 MSRP and currently averages $57, while the Radeon HD 8610G + HD 8500M Dual launched at $150 and now averages $30. The Radeon HD 8610G + HD 8500M Dual costs 47.4% less ($27 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 11.4 (GRID K340) vs 21.5 (Radeon HD 8610G + HD 8500M Dual) — the Radeon HD 8610G + HD 8500M Dual offers 88.6% better value.
| Feature | GRID K340 | Radeon HD 8610G + HD 8500M Dual |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $3299 | $150-95% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $57 | $30-47% |
| Performance per Dollar | 11.4 | 21.5+89% |
| Codename | GK107 | — |
| Release | July 23 2013 | August 1 2013 |
| Ranking | #817 | #863 |
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