GRID M10-0Q vs Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8790M Dual

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 Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8790M Dual is on rank 466, so the GRID M10-0Q 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 Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8790M Dual

#455

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

2037%

#457

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

1847%

#458

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

1842%

#462

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

1675%

#463

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

1663%

#465

Radeon HD 8550G + 8570M Dual

MSRP: $100|Avg: $100

100%

#466

Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8790M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $45

100%

#467

Radeon R5 M230

MSRP: $80|Avg: $25

100%

#468

Radeon HD 8650G + 8750M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $30

98%

#469

Radeon R9 M275X / M375

MSRP: $300|Avg: $300

98%

#470

Radeon R9 M370X

MSRP: $300|Avg: $100

98%

#471

Radeon HD 8280

MSRP: $50|Avg: $50

98%

#472

GeForce GTX 850A

MSRP: $150|Avg: $50

96%

#473

Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8600/8700M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

95%

#474

Mobility Radeon HD 5730

MSRP: $100|Avg: $20

95%

#475

Radeon R7 A10-7700K

MSRP: $152|Avg: $118

95%

#477

Radeon HD 7660G + HD 8500M Dual

MSRP: $150|Avg: $30

95%

#478

Radeon HD 6990M Crossfire

MSRP: $699|Avg: $150

94%

#479

Radeon R5 M330

MSRP: $120|Avg: $20

93%

#480

Radeon HD 8510G + 8500M Dual

MSRP: $120|Avg: $35

93%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8790M Dual is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.5% higher G3D Mark score. 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	Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8790M Dual
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.5%)	✅Leading raw performance (+0.5%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Maxwell (2014−2017))	🛑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	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8790M Dual offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8790M Dual holds the technical lead. Priced at $45 (vs $150), it costs 70% less, resulting in a 235% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GRID M10-0Q	Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8790M Dual
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+235%)
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.

GRID M10-0Q Benchmark Check

Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8790M Dual Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GRID M10-0Q and Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8790M Dual

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.

Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8790M Dual

The Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8790M Dual is manufactured by AMD. It was released in August 1 2013. The core clock speed is 720 / 775 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 800 points.

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Graphics Performance

The GRID M10-0Q scores 796 and the Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8790M Dual reaches 800 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.5% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. Shader units: 640 (GRID M10-0Q) vs 768 (Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8790M Dual).

Feature	GRID M10-0Q	Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8790M Dual
G3D Mark Score	796	800
Process Node	28 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	640	768+20%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GRID M10-0Q	Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8790M 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

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Video Memory (VRAM)

Both cards feature 512 MB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit.

Feature	GRID M10-0Q	Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8790M Dual
VRAM Capacity	0.5 GB	0.5 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	128-bit+100%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12_1 (GRID M10-0Q) vs 11_2 (Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8790M Dual). Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 0.

Feature	GRID M10-0Q	Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8790M Dual
DirectX	12_1+9%	11_2
Max Displays	0	0

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Power & Dimensions

The GRID M10-0Q draws 225W versus the Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8790M Dual's 50W — a 127.3% difference. The Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8790M Dual is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID M10-0Q) vs 350W (Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8790M Dual). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 1x 6-pin. Card length: 1mm vs 1mm, occupying 0 vs 0 slots.

Feature	GRID M10-0Q	Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8790M Dual
TDP	225W	50W-78%
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	1x 6-pin
Length	1mm	1mm
Slots	0	0
Perf/Watt	3.5	16.0+357%

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Value Analysis

The GRID M10-0Q launched at $2000 MSRP and currently averages $150, while the Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8790M Dual launched at $150 and now averages $45. The Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8790M Dual costs 70% less ($105 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 5.3 (GRID M10-0Q) vs 17.8 (Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8790M Dual) — the Radeon HD 8650G + HD 8790M Dual offers 235.8% better value. The GRID M10-0Q is the newer GPU (2016 vs 2013).