
GRID M10-2B vs Quadro P500

GRID M10-2B
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Quadro P500
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Performance Spectrum - GPU
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.
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. The GRID M10-2B is positioned at rank 372 and the Quadro P500 is on rank 244, so the Quadro P500 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GRID M10-2B
Performance Per Dollar Quadro P500
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The Quadro P500 uses modern memory architecture. The Quadro P500 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GRID M10-2B lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Quadro P500 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.9% higher G3D Mark score and 700% more VRAM (4 GB vs 512 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GRID M10-2B.
| Insight | GRID M10-2B | Quadro P500 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.9%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.9%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / Pascal (2016−2021)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+700%) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The GRID M10-2B offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $80 versus $500 for the Quadro P500, it costs 84% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 519.3% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GRID M10-2B | Quadro P500 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+519.3%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($80) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($500) |
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 M10-2B and Quadro P500

GRID M10-2B
The GRID M10-2B 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: 1,644 points.

Quadro P500
The Quadro P500 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 5 2018. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1455 MHz to 1518 MHz. It has 256 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 18W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,659 points.
Graphics Performance
The GRID M10-2B scores 1,644 and the Quadro P500 reaches 1,659 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.9% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GRID M10-2B is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the Quadro P500 uses Pascal, both on 28 nm vs 14 nm. Shader units: 2,048 (GRID M10-2B) vs 256 (Quadro P500). Raw compute: 4.825 TFLOPS (GRID M10-2B) vs 0.7772 TFLOPS (Quadro P500). Boost clocks: 1178 MHz vs 1518 MHz.
| Feature | GRID M10-2B | Quadro P500 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 1,644 | 1,659 |
| Architecture | Maxwell 2.0 | Pascal |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 14 nm |
| Shading Units | 2048+700% | 256 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 4.825 TFLOPS+521% | 0.7772 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 1178 MHz | 1518 MHz+29% |
| ROPs | 64+300% | 16 |
| TMUs | 128+700% | 16 |
| L1 Cache | 768 KB+700% | 96 KB |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB+300% | 0.5 MB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GRID M10-2B | Quadro P500 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GRID M10-2B comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the Quadro P500 has 4 GB. The Quadro P500 offers 700% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 2 MB (GRID M10-2B) vs 0.5 MB (Quadro P500) — the GRID M10-2B has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GRID M10-2B | Quadro P500 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | 4 GB+700% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB+300% | 0.5 MB |
Power & Dimensions
The GRID M10-2B draws 225W versus the Quadro P500's 18W — a 170.4% difference. The Quadro P500 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID M10-2B) vs 350W (Quadro P500). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | GRID M10-2B | Quadro P500 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 225W | 18W-92% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | PCIe-powered |
| Perf/Watt | 7.3 | 92.2+1163% |
Value Analysis
The GRID M10-2B launched at $2500 MSRP and currently averages $80, while the Quadro P500 launched at $500 and now averages $500. The GRID M10-2B costs 84% less ($420 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 20.6 (GRID M10-2B) vs 3.3 (Quadro P500) — the GRID M10-2B offers 524.2% better value. The Quadro P500 is the newer GPU (2018 vs 2015).
| Feature | GRID M10-2B | Quadro P500 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $2500 | $500-80% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $80-84% | $500 |
| Performance per Dollar | 20.6+524% | 3.3 |
| Codename | GM204 | GP108 |
| Release | August 30 2015 | January 5 2018 |
| Ranking | #433 | #740 |
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