GRID M10-0Q vs GeForce GT 730M

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 M10-0Q is positioned at rank 389 and the GeForce GT 730M is on rank 203, so the GeForce GT 730M 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 M10-0Q

#374

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

36932%

#389

GRID M10-0Q

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $150

100%

#390

Quadro FX 560

MSRP: $299|Avg: $15

95%

#391

GRID V100-2Q

MSRP: $10000|Avg: $2000

95%

#392

Quadro FX 5800

MSRP: $3499|Avg: $40

87%

#393

RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q

MSRP: $8565|Avg: $8565

80%

#394

FireStream 9170

MSRP: $1999|Avg: $20

80%

#395

Quadro FX 1700

MSRP: $699|Avg: $500

77%

#396

GRID P40-6Q

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150

75%

#397

Quadro FX 540

MSRP: $299|Avg: $15

68%

#398

Tesla M2070-Q

MSRP: $5489|Avg: $50

60%

#399

Quadro FX 1500

MSRP: $699|Avg: $30

60%

#400

Quadro 7000

MSRP: $14499|Avg: $300

60%

#401

Quadro FX 4700 X2

MSRP: $2999|Avg: $15

57%

#402

Quadro FX 3700

MSRP: $1599|Avg: $500

57%

#403

GRID M10-0B

MSRP: $4000|Avg: $1000

55%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar GeForce GT 730M

#193

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

404%

#195

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

366%

#196

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

365%

#200

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

332%

#201

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

330%

#203

GeForce GT 730M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $45

100%

#206

Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

97%

#208

Radeon RX Vega M GL

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

97%

#212

GeForce GTX 780M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $60

95%

#216

Radeon 8040S

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

91%

#217

Radeon R7 +8G

MSRP: $49|Avg: $20

90%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GT 730M is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.4% higher G3D Mark score and 300% more VRAM (2 GB vs 512 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GRID M10-0Q.

Insight	GRID M10-0Q	GeForce GT 730M
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.4%)	✅Leading raw performance (+1.4%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Maxwell (2014−2017))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+300%)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	—

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GT 730M offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GT 730M holds the technical lead. Priced at $45 (vs $150), it costs 70% less, resulting in a 237.9% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GRID M10-0Q	GeForce GT 730M
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+237.9%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($150)	✅More affordable ($45)

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 M10-0Q and GeForce GT 730M

GRID M10-0Q

The GRID M10-0Q is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 18 2016. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 1033 MHz to 1306 MHz. It has 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 225W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 796 points.

GeForce GT 730M

The GeForce GT 730M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 9 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 941 MHz to 967 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 807 points.

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Graphics Performance

The GRID M10-0Q scores 796 and the GeForce GT 730M reaches 807 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.4% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GRID M10-0Q is built on Maxwell while the GeForce GT 730M uses Kepler, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 640 (GRID M10-0Q) vs 384 (GeForce GT 730M). Raw compute: 1.672 TFLOPS (GRID M10-0Q) vs 0.7427 TFLOPS (GeForce GT 730M). Boost clocks: 1306 MHz vs 967 MHz.

Feature	GRID M10-0Q	GeForce GT 730M
G3D Mark Score	796	807+1%
Architecture	Maxwell	Kepler
Process Node	28 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	640+67%	384
Compute (TFLOPS)	1.672 TFLOPS+125%	0.7427 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	1306 MHz+35%	967 MHz
ROPs	16	16
TMUs	40+25%	32
L1 Cache	320 KB+900%	32 KB
L2 Cache	2 MB+700%	0.25 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GRID M10-0Q	GeForce GT 730M
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)

The GRID M10-0Q comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce GT 730M has 2 GB. The GeForce GT 730M offers 300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 2 MB (GRID M10-0Q) vs 0.25 MB (GeForce GT 730M) — the GRID M10-0Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GRID M10-0Q	GeForce GT 730M
VRAM Capacity	0.5 GB	2 GB+300%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	64-bit
L2 Cache	2 MB+700%	0.25 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12_1 (GRID M10-0Q) vs 11.0 (GeForce GT 730M). Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 1.

Feature	GRID M10-0Q	GeForce GT 730M
DirectX	12_1+9%	11.0
Max Displays	0	1

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Power & Dimensions

The GRID M10-0Q draws 225W versus the GeForce GT 730M's 50W — a 127.3% difference. The GeForce GT 730M is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID M10-0Q) vs 350W (GeForce GT 730M). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 1mm vs 0mm, occupying 0 vs 0 slots.

Feature	GRID M10-0Q	GeForce GT 730M
TDP	225W	50W-78%
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	PCIe-powered
Length	1mm	0mm
Height	—	0mm
Slots	0	0
Temp (Load)	—	75°C
Perf/Watt	3.5	16.1+360%

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GT 730M costs 70% less ($105 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 5.3 (GRID M10-0Q) vs 17.9 (GeForce GT 730M) — the GeForce GT 730M offers 237.7% better value. The GRID M10-0Q is the newer GPU (2016 vs 2013).