GRID M10-1Q vs Radeon RX 550X
GRID M10-1Q
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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.
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Performance Comparison
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⚠️ Generational Difference
The Radeon RX 550X uses modern memory architecture. The Radeon RX 550X 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 0.2% higher G3D Mark score. However, the Radeon RX 550X offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | GRID M10-1Q | Radeon RX 550X |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.2%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.2%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / GCN 4.0 (2016−2020)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+100%) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (267mm) | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The Radeon RX 550X offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $45 versus $500 for the GRID M10-1Q, it costs 91% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 1009.2% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GRID M10-1Q | Radeon RX 550X |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+1009.2%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($500) | ✅More affordable ($45) |
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 Radeon RX 550X
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.
Radeon RX 550X
The Radeon RX 550X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in December 16 2018. It features the GCN 4.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1100 MHz to 1183 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,381 points.
Graphics Performance
The GRID M10-1Q scores 2,385 and the Radeon RX 550X reaches 2,381 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GRID M10-1Q is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the Radeon RX 550X uses GCN 4.0, both on 28 nm vs 14 nm. Shader units: 2,048 (GRID M10-1Q) vs 512 (Radeon RX 550X). Raw compute: 4.825 TFLOPS (GRID M10-1Q) vs 1.211 TFLOPS (Radeon RX 550X). Boost clocks: 1178 MHz vs 1183 MHz.
| Feature | GRID M10-1Q | Radeon RX 550X |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 2,385 | 2,381 |
| Architecture | Maxwell 2.0 | GCN 4.0 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 14 nm |
| Shading Units | 2048+300% | 512 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 4.825 TFLOPS+298% | 1.211 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 1178 MHz | 1183 MHz |
| ROPs | 64+300% | 16 |
| TMUs | 128+300% | 32 |
| L1 Cache | 768 KB+500% | 128 KB |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB+300% | 0.5 MB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GRID M10-1Q | Radeon RX 550X |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 2.1 |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | FSR 3 (Compatible) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | AMD Anti-Lag |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GRID M10-1Q comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the Radeon RX 550X has 4 GB. The Radeon RX 550X offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 2 MB (GRID M10-1Q) vs 0.5 MB (Radeon RX 550X) — the GRID M10-1Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GRID M10-1Q | Radeon RX 550X |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | 4 GB+100% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 128-bit+100% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB+300% | 0.5 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12_1 (GRID M10-1Q) vs 12 (Radeon RX 550X). Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 2.
| Feature | GRID M10-1Q | Radeon RX 550X |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12_1 | 12 |
| Max Displays | 0 | 2 |
Power & Dimensions
The GRID M10-1Q draws 225W versus the Radeon RX 550X's 50W — a 127.3% difference. The Radeon RX 550X is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID M10-1Q) vs 300W (Radeon RX 550X). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs None. Card length: 267mm vs 145mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots.
| Feature | GRID M10-1Q | Radeon RX 550X |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 225W | 50W-78% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 300W-14% |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | None |
| Length | 267mm | 145mm |
| Height | — | 111mm |
| Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 85°C |
| Perf/Watt | 10.6 | 47.6+349% |
Value Analysis
The GRID M10-1Q launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $500, while the Radeon RX 550X launched at $109 and now averages $45. The Radeon RX 550X costs 91% less ($455 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 4.8 (GRID M10-1Q) vs 52.9 (Radeon RX 550X) — the Radeon RX 550X offers 1002.1% better value. The Radeon RX 550X is the newer GPU (2018 vs 2015).
| Feature | GRID M10-1Q | Radeon RX 550X |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $0-100% | $109 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $500 | $45-91% |
| Performance per Dollar | 4.8 | 52.9+1002% |
| Codename | GM204 | Lexa |
| Release | August 30 2015 | December 16 2018 |
| Ranking | #525 | #642 |
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