GRID M10-1Q vs P106-090

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 P106-090

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Tesla T10

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $975

99%

#82

RTX A5000

MSRP: $3721|Avg: $1800

97%

#83

Radeon Pro Vega 64X

MSRP: $2200|Avg: $2200

96%

#84

Radeon PRO V710

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $2000

95%

#85

RTX A5500

MSRP: $3600|Avg: $2200

92%

#86

Radeon Pro WX 9100

MSRP: $2199|Avg: $550

88%

#168

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

2330%

#183

FirePro W7100

MSRP: $799|Avg: $114

100%

#184

P106-090

MSRP: $389|Avg: $30

100%

#185

Radeon Pro WX 4130

MSRP: $300|Avg: $100

99%

#187

Tesla M6

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $84

98%

#189

CMP 30HX

MSRP: $799|Avg: $60

97%

#190

FirePro W2100

MSRP: $139|Avg: $30

97%

#192

FirePro M6000

MSRP: $300|Avg: $50

96%

#195

FirePro M4170

MSRP: $200|Avg: $80

92%

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GRID K140Q

MSRP: $125|Avg: $500

92%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The P106-090 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 3.4% 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	P106-090
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-3.4%)	✅Leading raw performance (+3.4%)
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)	Standard Size (250mm)

💎 Value Proposition

The P106-090 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the P106-090 holds the technical lead. Priced at $30 (vs $500), it costs 94% less, resulting in a 1623.3% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GRID M10-1Q	P106-090
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+1623.3%)
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.

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GRID M10-1Q and P106-090

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.

P106-090

The P106-090 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in July 31 2017. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1354 MHz to 1531 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 16 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,466 points.

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Graphics Performance

The GRID M10-1Q scores 2,385 and the P106-090 reaches 2,466 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 3.4% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GRID M10-1Q is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the P106-090 uses Pascal, both on 28 nm vs 16 nm. Shader units: 2,048 (GRID M10-1Q) vs 768 (P106-090). Raw compute: 4.825 TFLOPS (GRID M10-1Q) vs 2.352 TFLOPS (P106-090). Boost clocks: 1178 MHz vs 1531 MHz.

Feature	GRID M10-1Q	P106-090
G3D Mark Score	2,385	2,466+3%
Architecture	Maxwell 2.0	Pascal
Process Node	28 nm	16 nm
Shading Units	2048+167%	768
Compute (TFLOPS)	4.825 TFLOPS+105%	2.352 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	1178 MHz	1531 MHz+30%
ROPs	64+33%	48
TMUs	128+167%	48
L1 Cache	768 KB+167%	288 KB
L2 Cache	2 MB+33%	1.5 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GRID M10-1Q	P106-090
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 1.5 MB (P106-090) — the GRID M10-1Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GRID M10-1Q	P106-090
VRAM Capacity	2 GB	2 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	64-bit
L2 Cache	2 MB+33%	1.5 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12_1 (GRID M10-1Q) vs 12 (P106-090). Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 0.

Feature	GRID M10-1Q	P106-090
DirectX	12_1	12
Max Displays	0	0

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Power & Dimensions

The GRID M10-1Q draws 225W versus the P106-090's 75W — a 100% difference. The P106-090 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID M10-1Q) vs 350W (P106-090). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 267mm vs 250mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots.

Feature	GRID M10-1Q	P106-090
TDP	225W	75W-67%
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	PCIe-powered
Length	267mm	250mm
Height	—	111mm
Slots	2	2
Temp (Load)	—	60°C
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 P106-090 launched at $389 and now averages $30. The P106-090 costs 94% less ($470 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 4.8 (GRID M10-1Q) vs 82.2 (P106-090) — the P106-090 offers 1612.5% better value. The P106-090 is the newer GPU (2017 vs 2015).