GRID M10-1Q
VS
FirePro 3D V8800

GRID M10-1Q vs FirePro 3D V8800

GRID M10-1Q

2015Core: 557 MHzBoost: 1178 MHz
VS

FirePro 3D V8800

2010Core: 690 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

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.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar FirePro 3D V8800

#116
Radeon Pro SSG
MSRP: $6999|Avg: $1500
96%
#297
Tesla K20m
MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55
9063%
#312
FirePro 3D V8800
MSRP: $1499|Avg: $30
100%
#313
Quadro K5000
MSRP: $2499|Avg: $60
98%
#314
Quadro 2000
MSRP: $599|Avg: $25
97%
#315
FirePro S7150
MSRP: $2399|Avg: $459
96%
#317
FirePro W9000
MSRP: $3999|Avg: $150
94%
#318
GRID M60-4Q
MSRP: $2500|Avg: $120
94%
#319
FirePro V8800
MSRP: $1499|Avg: $100
93%
#320
Quadro K6000
MSRP: $5265|Avg: $300
93%
#321
NVS 510
MSRP: $449|Avg: $15
93%
#322
GRID M60-1Q
MSRP: $2500|Avg: $50
91%
#323
GRID K280Q
MSRP: $2000|Avg: $50
87%
#324
FirePro M2000
MSRP: $300|Avg: $50
87%
#325
Tesla K20c
MSRP: $3199|Avg: $500
85%
#326
GRID M6-1Q
MSRP: $1500|Avg: $100
85%
#327
Quadro FX 380
MSRP: $129|Avg: $15
84%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The FirePro 3D V8800 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.2% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GRID M10-1Q.

InsightGRID M10-1QFirePro 3D V8800
Performance
Lower raw frame rates (-2.2%)
Leading raw performance (+2.2%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019))
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / TeraScale 2 (2009−2015))
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM
❌ Less VRAM capacity
✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency
⚡ Higher Power Consumption
💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit
Standard Size (267mm)
Standard Size (267mm)

💎 Value Proposition

The FirePro 3D V8800 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the FirePro 3D V8800 holds the technical lead. Priced at $30 (vs $500), it costs 94% less, resulting in a 1603.7% higher cost efficiency score.

InsightGRID M10-1QFirePro 3D V8800
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Better overall value (+1603.7%)
Upfront Cost
⚠️Higher upfront cost ($500)
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 M10-1Q and FirePro 3D V8800

NVIDIA

GRID M10-1Q

The GRID M10-1Q 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: 2,385 points.

AMD

FirePro 3D V8800

The FirePro 3D V8800 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in April 26 2010. It features the TeraScale 2 architecture. The core clock speed is 690 MHz. It has 800 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 74W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,438 points. Launch price was $479.

Graphics Performance

The GRID M10-1Q scores 2,385 and the FirePro 3D V8800 reaches 2,438 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GRID M10-1Q is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the FirePro 3D V8800 uses TeraScale 2, both on 28 nm vs 40 nm. Shader units: 2,048 (GRID M10-1Q) vs 800 (FirePro 3D V8800). Raw compute: 4.825 TFLOPS (GRID M10-1Q) vs 1.104 TFLOPS (FirePro 3D V8800).

FeatureGRID M10-1QFirePro 3D V8800
G3D Mark Score
2,385
2,438+2%
Architecture
Maxwell 2.0
TeraScale 2
Process Node
28 nm
40 nm
Shading Units
2048+156%
800
Compute (TFLOPS)
4.825 TFLOPS+337%
1.104 TFLOPS
ROPs
64+300%
16
TMUs
128+220%
40
L1 Cache
768 KB+860%
80 KB
L2 Cache
2 MB+700%
0.25 MB

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureGRID M10-1QFirePro 3D V8800
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)

Both cards feature 2 GB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 2 MB (GRID M10-1Q) vs 0.25 MB (FirePro 3D V8800) — the GRID M10-1Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

FeatureGRID M10-1QFirePro 3D V8800
VRAM Capacity
2 GB
2 GB
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 M10-1Q) vs 11.2 (FirePro 3D V8800). Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 4.

FeatureGRID M10-1QFirePro 3D V8800
DirectX
12_1+7%
11.2
Max Displays
0
4
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Power & Dimensions

The GRID M10-1Q draws 225W versus the FirePro 3D V8800's 74W — a 101% difference. The FirePro 3D V8800 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID M10-1Q) vs 350W (FirePro 3D V8800). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 267mm vs 267mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots.

FeatureGRID M10-1QFirePro 3D V8800
TDP
225W
74W-67%
Recommended PSU
350W
350W
Power Connector
PCIe-powered
PCIe-powered
Length
267mm
267mm
Height
111mm
Slots
2
2
Temp (Load)
85
Perf/Watt
10.6
32.9+210%
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Value Analysis

The GRID M10-1Q launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $500, while the FirePro 3D V8800 launched at $1499 and now averages $30. The FirePro 3D V8800 costs 94% less ($470 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 4.8 (GRID M10-1Q) vs 81.3 (FirePro 3D V8800) — the FirePro 3D V8800 offers 1593.8% better value. The GRID M10-1Q is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2010).

FeatureGRID M10-1QFirePro 3D V8800
MSRP
$0-100%
$1499
Avg Price (30d)
$500
$30-94%
Performance per Dollar
4.8
81.3+1594%
Codename
GM204
Juniper
Release
August 30 2015
April 26 2010
Ranking
#525
#780