GRID M10-1Q vs GeForce MX250

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 GeForce MX250

#61

GeForce RTX 2070 (móvel)

MSRP: $800|Avg: $350

98%

#62

GeForce RTX 2080 (móvel)

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $350

95%

#281

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

686%

#283

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

622%

#284

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

620%

#288

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

564%

#289

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

560%

#291

GeForce MX250

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

100%

#292

Radeon 630

MSRP: $100|Avg: $50

99%

#293

GeForce MX330

MSRP: $150|Avg: $100

99%

#297

Radeon RX 780

MSRP: $499|Avg: $721

97%

#300

GeForce 940MX

MSRP: $100|Avg: $50

95%

#301

GeForce MX130

MSRP: $120|Avg: $50

95%

#302

Arc Graphics 130V

MSRP: $300|Avg: $250

95%

#303

Radeon R5 430

MSRP: $59|Avg: $50

95%

#304

GeForce MX150

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

95%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The GeForce MX250 uses modern memory architecture. The GeForce MX250 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GRID M10-1Q lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GRID M10-1Q is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.4% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce MX250.

Insight	GRID M10-1Q	GeForce MX250
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+0.4%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.4%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019))	Pascal (2016−2021) (14nm)
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 GeForce MX250 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $150 versus $500 for the GRID M10-1Q, it costs 70% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 231.9% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GRID M10-1Q	GeForce MX250
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+231.9%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($500)	✅More affordable ($150)

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 MX250 Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

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Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

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League of Legends

Valorant

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Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GRID M10-1Q and GeForce MX250

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 MX250

The GeForce MX250 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in February 20 2019. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 937 MHz to 1038 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 10W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,375 points.

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Graphics Performance

The GRID M10-1Q scores 2,385 and the GeForce MX250 reaches 2,375 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.4% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GRID M10-1Q is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the GeForce MX250 uses Pascal, both on 28 nm vs 14 nm. Shader units: 2,048 (GRID M10-1Q) vs 384 (GeForce MX250). Raw compute: 4.825 TFLOPS (GRID M10-1Q) vs 0.7972 TFLOPS (GeForce MX250). Boost clocks: 1178 MHz vs 1038 MHz.

Feature	GRID M10-1Q	GeForce MX250
G3D Mark Score	2,385	2,375
Architecture	Maxwell 2.0	Pascal
Process Node	28 nm	14 nm
Shading Units	2048+433%	384
Compute (TFLOPS)	4.825 TFLOPS+505%	0.7972 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	1178 MHz+13%	1038 MHz
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 MX250
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 MX250) — the GRID M10-1Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GRID M10-1Q	GeForce MX250
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 (12_1) (GeForce MX250). Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 3.

Feature	GRID M10-1Q	GeForce MX250
DirectX	12_1	12 (12_1)
Max Displays	0	3

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Power & Dimensions

The GRID M10-1Q draws 225W versus the GeForce MX250's 10W — a 183% difference. The GeForce MX250 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID M10-1Q) vs 350W (GeForce MX250). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs Mobile. Card length: 267mm vs 0mm, occupying 2 vs 0 slots.

Feature	GRID M10-1Q	GeForce MX250
TDP	225W	10W-96%
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	Mobile
Length	267mm	0mm
Height	—	0mm
Slots	2	0-100%
Temp (Load)	—	75
Perf/Watt	10.6	237.5+2141%

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Value Analysis

The GRID M10-1Q launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $500, while the GeForce MX250 launched at $150 and now averages $150. The GeForce MX250 costs 70% less ($350 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 4.8 (GRID M10-1Q) vs 15.8 (GeForce MX250) — the GeForce MX250 offers 229.2% better value. The GeForce MX250 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2015).