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GRID M10-1B
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Radeon R5 (Bristol Ridge)
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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 M10-1B is positioned at rank 377 and the Radeon R5 (Bristol Ridge) is on rank 185, so the Radeon R5 (Bristol Ridge) offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GRID M10-1B
Performance Per Dollar Radeon R5 (Bristol Ridge)
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GRID M10-1B 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 R5 (Bristol Ridge).
| Insight | GRID M10-1B | Radeon R5 (Bristol Ridge) |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.3%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.3%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / GCN 1.2/2.0 (2015−2016)) |
| 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 R5 (Bristol Ridge) offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Radeon R5 (Bristol Ridge) holds the technical lead. Priced at $50 (vs $150), it costs 67% less, resulting in a 199.2% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GRID M10-1B | Radeon R5 (Bristol Ridge) |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+199.2%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($150) | ✅More affordable ($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 M10-1B and Radeon R5 (Bristol Ridge)
GRID M10-1B
The GRID M10-1B is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in August 30 2015. It features the Maxwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 557 MHz to 1178 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 225W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,504 points.
Radeon R5 (Bristol Ridge)
The Radeon R5 (Bristol Ridge) is manufactured by AMD. It was released in June 1 2016. It features the GCN 1.2/2.0 architecture. The boost clock speed is 800 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 12W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,500 points.
Graphics Performance
The GRID M10-1B scores 1,504 and the Radeon R5 (Bristol Ridge) reaches 1,500 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.3% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GRID M10-1B is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the Radeon R5 (Bristol Ridge) uses GCN 1.2/2.0, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 2,048 (GRID M10-1B) vs 384 (Radeon R5 (Bristol Ridge)). Boost clocks: 1178 MHz vs 800 MHz.
| Feature | GRID M10-1B | Radeon R5 (Bristol Ridge) |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,504 | 1,500 |
| Architecture | Maxwell 2.0 | GCN 1.2/2.0 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 2048+433% | 384 |
| Boost Clock | 1178 MHz+47% | 800 MHz |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GRID M10-1B | Radeon R5 (Bristol Ridge) |
|---|---|---|
| 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 M10-1B | Radeon R5 (Bristol Ridge) |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 128-bit+100% |
Power & Dimensions
The GRID M10-1B draws 225W versus the Radeon R5 (Bristol Ridge)'s 12W — a 179.7% difference. The Radeon R5 (Bristol Ridge) is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID M10-1B) vs 350W (Radeon R5 (Bristol Ridge)). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | GRID M10-1B | Radeon R5 (Bristol Ridge) |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 225W | 12W-95% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 1mm | — |
| Slots | 0 | — |
| Perf/Watt | 6.7 | 125.0+1766% |
Value Analysis
The GRID M10-1B launched at $2500 MSRP and currently averages $150, while the Radeon R5 (Bristol Ridge) launched at $50 and now averages $50. The Radeon R5 (Bristol Ridge) costs 66.7% less ($100 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 10.0 (GRID M10-1B) vs 30.0 (Radeon R5 (Bristol Ridge)) — the Radeon R5 (Bristol Ridge) offers 200% better value. The Radeon R5 (Bristol Ridge) is the newer GPU (2016 vs 2015).
| Feature | GRID M10-1B | Radeon R5 (Bristol Ridge) |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $2500 | $50-98% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $150 | $50-67% |
| Performance per Dollar | 10.0 | 30.0+200% |
| Codename | GM204 | Bristol Ridge |
| Release | August 30 2015 | June 1 2016 |
| Ranking | #525 | #904 |
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