GRID M10-1Q vs GeForce GT 1030

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

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Performance Per Dollar

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Performance Per Dollar

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Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GT 1030 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.9% 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	GeForce GT 1030
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.9%)	✅Leading raw performance (+0.9%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Pascal (2016−2021))
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)	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GT 1030 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GT 1030 holds the technical lead. Priced at $95 (vs $500), it costs 81% less, resulting in a 431.2% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GRID M10-1Q	GeForce GT 1030
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+431.2%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($500)	✅More affordable ($95)

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

GeForce GT 1030 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GRID M10-1Q and GeForce GT 1030

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.

GeForce GT 1030

The GeForce GT 1030 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 17 2017. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1228 MHz to 1468 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 30W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,407 points. Launch price was $79.

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Graphics Performance

The GRID M10-1Q scores 2,385 and the GeForce GT 1030 reaches 2,407 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.9% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GRID M10-1Q is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the GeForce GT 1030 uses Pascal, both on 28 nm vs 14 nm. Shader units: 2,048 (GRID M10-1Q) vs 384 (GeForce GT 1030). Raw compute: 4.825 TFLOPS (GRID M10-1Q) vs 1.127 TFLOPS (GeForce GT 1030). Boost clocks: 1178 MHz vs 1468 MHz.

Feature	GRID M10-1Q	GeForce GT 1030
G3D Mark Score	2,385	2,407
Architecture	Maxwell 2.0	Pascal
Process Node	28 nm	14 nm
Shading Units	2048+433%	384
Compute (TFLOPS)	4.825 TFLOPS+328%	1.127 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	1178 MHz	1468 MHz+25%
ROPs	64+300%	16
TMUs	128+433%	24
L1 Cache	768 KB+433%	144 KB
L2 Cache	2 MB+300%	0.5 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GRID M10-1Q	GeForce GT 1030
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 0.5 MB (GeForce GT 1030) — the GRID M10-1Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GRID M10-1Q	GeForce GT 1030
VRAM Capacity	2 GB	2 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	64-bit
L2 Cache	2 MB+300%	0.5 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12_1 (GRID M10-1Q) vs 12 (GeForce GT 1030). Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 2.

Feature	GRID M10-1Q	GeForce GT 1030
DirectX	12_1	12
Max Displays	0	2

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Power & Dimensions

The GRID M10-1Q draws 225W versus the GeForce GT 1030's 30W — a 152.9% difference. The GeForce GT 1030 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID M10-1Q) vs 300W (GeForce GT 1030). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs None. Card length: 267mm vs 145mm, occupying 2 vs 1 slots.

Feature	GRID M10-1Q	GeForce GT 1030
TDP	225W	30W-87%
Recommended PSU	350W	300W-14%
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	None
Length	267mm	145mm
Height	—	69mm
Slots	2	1-50%
Temp (Load)	—	80°C
Perf/Watt	10.6	80.2+657%

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Value Analysis

The GRID M10-1Q launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $500, while the GeForce GT 1030 launched at $79 and now averages $95. The GeForce GT 1030 costs 81% less ($405 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 4.8 (GRID M10-1Q) vs 25.3 (GeForce GT 1030) — the GeForce GT 1030 offers 427.1% better value. The GeForce GT 1030 is the newer GPU (2017 vs 2015).