GRID M10-1Q vs FirePro M6100

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

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Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The FirePro M6100 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 4.6% 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.

Insight	GRID M10-1Q	FirePro M6100
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-4.6%)	✅Leading raw performance (+4.6%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / GCN 2.0 (2013−2017))
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)	—

💎 Value Proposition

The FirePro M6100 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the FirePro M6100 holds the technical lead. Priced at $30 (vs $500), it costs 94% less, resulting in a 1643.5% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GRID M10-1Q	FirePro M6100
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+1643.5%)
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.

GRID M10-1Q Benchmark Check

FirePro M6100 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GRID M10-1Q and FirePro M6100

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.

FirePro M6100

The FirePro M6100 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in May 27 2014. It features the GCN 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 1100 MHz. It has 896 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,495 points.

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Graphics Performance

The GRID M10-1Q scores 2,385 and the FirePro M6100 reaches 2,495 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 4.6% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GRID M10-1Q is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the FirePro M6100 uses GCN 2.0, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 2,048 (GRID M10-1Q) vs 896 (FirePro M6100). Raw compute: 4.825 TFLOPS (GRID M10-1Q) vs 1.971 TFLOPS (FirePro M6100).

Feature	GRID M10-1Q	FirePro M6100
G3D Mark Score	2,385	2,495+5%
Architecture	Maxwell 2.0	GCN 2.0
Process Node	28 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	2048+129%	896
Compute (TFLOPS)	4.825 TFLOPS+145%	1.971 TFLOPS
ROPs	64+300%	16
TMUs	128+129%	56
L1 Cache	768 KB+243%	224 KB
L2 Cache	2 MB+700%	0.25 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GRID M10-1Q	FirePro M6100
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 M6100) — the GRID M10-1Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GRID M10-1Q	FirePro M6100
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 12 (FirePro M6100). Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 4.

Feature	GRID M10-1Q	FirePro M6100
DirectX	12_1	12
Max Displays	0	4

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Power & Dimensions

The GRID M10-1Q draws 225W versus the FirePro M6100's 150W — a 40% difference. The FirePro M6100 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID M10-1Q) vs 350W (FirePro M6100). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 267mm vs 0mm, occupying 2 vs 0 slots.

Feature	GRID M10-1Q	FirePro M6100
TDP	225W	150W-33%
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	PCIe-powered
Length	267mm	0mm
Height	—	0mm
Slots	2	0-100%
Temp (Load)	—	85
Perf/Watt	10.6	16.6+57%

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Value Analysis

The GRID M10-1Q launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $500, while the FirePro M6100 launched at $0 and now averages $30. The FirePro M6100 costs 94% less ($470 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 4.8 (GRID M10-1Q) vs 83.2 (FirePro M6100) — the FirePro M6100 offers 1633.3% better value. The GRID M10-1Q is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2014).