GRID M10-2Q vs FirePro R5000

GRID M10-2Q

2015Core: 557 MHzBoost: 1178 MHz

FirePro R5000

2013Core: 825 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

GRID M10-2Q

225

2,692

+1.7%

GeForce 845M

GeForce GTX 580M SLI

GeForce GTX 670MX SLI

GeForce MX250

GeForce GTX 980M

GeForce GTX 1080 with Max-Q Design

GeForce RTX 2070

RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation

FirePro R5000

150

2,647

0.0%

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 M10-2Q is positioned at rank 342 and the FirePro R5000 is on rank 272, so the FirePro R5000 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar GRID M10-2Q

#117

L40

MSRP: $31000|Avg: $8174

97%

#327

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

13679%

#342

GRID M10-2Q

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $150

100%

#343

Tesla K80

MSRP: $5000|Avg: $50

99%

#344

GRID M10-4Q

MSRP: $2805|Avg: $340

98%

#346

GRID M10-8Q

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $500

96%

#347

FirePro V8700

MSRP: $1499|Avg: $170

95%

#348

Quadro FX 3800

MSRP: $799|Avg: $20

95%

#350

GRID K520

MSRP: $3599|Avg: $50

91%

#351

GRID P40-12Q

MSRP: $5699|Avg: $5699

90%

#352

FirePro 2270

MSRP: $149|Avg: $30

88%

#353

FirePro 2460

MSRP: $180|Avg: $10

87%

#355

FirePro 3D V5700

MSRP: $599|Avg: $25

84%

#356

Quadro FX 580

MSRP: $199|Avg: $500

84%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar FirePro R5000

#108

Quadro M6000

MSRP: $4999|Avg: $500

98%

#109

Quadro M6000 24GB

MSRP: $4999|Avg: $600

97%

#110

Quadro GV100

MSRP: $8999|Avg: $8999

88%

#257

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

6130%

#272

FirePro R5000

MSRP: $1099|Avg: $150

100%

#273

GRID M6-8Q

MSRP: $1500|Avg: $100

99%

#276

GRID K120Q

MSRP: $125|Avg: $20

97%

#278

Tesla M60

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $250

97%

#279

FirePro V7900

MSRP: $999|Avg: $120

94%

#280

GRID M60-8A

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $120

92%

#281

GRID P6-4Q

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $150

92%

#283

Quadro K4000

MSRP: $1269|Avg: $100

89%

#286

GRID P4-2Q

MSRP: $1500|Avg: $235

88%

#287

Tesla C2070

MSRP: $1499|Avg: $38

86%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GRID M10-2Q is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.7% higher G3D Mark score. However, the FirePro R5000 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.

Insight	GRID M10-2Q	FirePro R5000
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+1.7%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.7%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+100%)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	Standard Size (279mm)

💎 Value Proposition

The GRID M10-2Q offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GRID M10-2Q holds the technical lead. Priced at $150 (vs $150), it costs 0% less, resulting in a 1.7% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GRID M10-2Q	FirePro R5000
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+1.7%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing

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 M10-2Q Benchmark Check

FirePro R5000 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GRID M10-2Q and FirePro R5000

GRID M10-2Q

The GRID M10-2Q 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: 2,692 points.

FirePro R5000

The FirePro R5000 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in February 25 2013. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 825 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,647 points. Launch price was $1,099.

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Graphics Performance

The GRID M10-2Q scores 2,692 and the FirePro R5000 reaches 2,647 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.7% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GRID M10-2Q is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the FirePro R5000 uses GCN 1.0, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 2,048 (GRID M10-2Q) vs 768 (FirePro R5000). Raw compute: 4.825 TFLOPS (GRID M10-2Q) vs 1.267 TFLOPS (FirePro R5000).

Feature	GRID M10-2Q	FirePro R5000
G3D Mark Score	2,692+2%	2,647
Architecture	Maxwell 2.0	GCN 1.0
Process Node	28 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	2048+167%	768
Compute (TFLOPS)	4.825 TFLOPS+281%	1.267 TFLOPS
ROPs	64+100%	32
TMUs	128+167%	48
L1 Cache	768 KB+300%	192 KB
L2 Cache	2 MB+300%	0.5 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GRID M10-2Q	FirePro R5000
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)

The GRID M10-2Q comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the FirePro R5000 has 4 GB. The FirePro R5000 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 2 MB (GRID M10-2Q) vs 0.5 MB (FirePro R5000) — the GRID M10-2Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GRID M10-2Q	FirePro R5000
VRAM Capacity	2 GB	4 GB+100%
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 M10-2Q) vs 12 (FirePro R5000). Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 6.

Feature	GRID M10-2Q	FirePro R5000
DirectX	12_1	12
Max Displays	0	6

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Power & Dimensions

The GRID M10-2Q draws 225W versus the FirePro R5000's 150W — a 40% difference. The FirePro R5000 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID M10-2Q) vs 350W (FirePro R5000). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 1mm vs 279mm, occupying 0 vs 1 slots.

Feature	GRID M10-2Q	FirePro R5000
TDP	225W	150W-33%
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	PCIe-powered
Length	1mm	279mm
Height	—	111mm
Slots	0-100%	1
Temp (Load)	—	85°C
Perf/Watt	12.0	17.6+47%

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Value Analysis

The GRID M10-2Q launched at $2500 MSRP and currently averages $150, while the FirePro R5000 launched at $1099 and now averages $150. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 17.9 (GRID M10-2Q) vs 17.6 (FirePro R5000) — the GRID M10-2Q offers 1.7% better value. The GRID M10-2Q is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2013).