GRID M10-2Q vs FirePro W4300
GRID M10-2Q
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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 M10-2Q is positioned at rank 342 and the FirePro W4300 is on rank 168, so the FirePro W4300 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GRID M10-2Q
Performance Per Dollar FirePro W4300
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The FirePro W4300 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (4 GB vs 2 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GRID M10-2Q.
| Insight | GRID M10-2Q | FirePro W4300 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+1%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / GCN 2.0 (2013−2017)) |
| 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 | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The FirePro W4300 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the FirePro W4300 holds the technical lead. Priced at $50 (vs $150), it costs 67% less, resulting in a 203% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GRID M10-2Q | FirePro W4300 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+203%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($150) | ✅More affordable ($50) |
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 M10-2Q and FirePro W4300
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 W4300
The FirePro W4300 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in December 1 2015. It features the GCN 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 930 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,719 points.
Graphics Performance
The GRID M10-2Q scores 2,692 and the FirePro W4300 reaches 2,719 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GRID M10-2Q is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the FirePro W4300 uses GCN 2.0, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 2,048 (GRID M10-2Q) vs 768 (FirePro W4300). Raw compute: 4.825 TFLOPS (GRID M10-2Q) vs 1.428 TFLOPS (FirePro W4300).
| Feature | GRID M10-2Q | FirePro W4300 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 2,692 | 2,719+1% |
| Architecture | Maxwell 2.0 | GCN 2.0 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 2048+167% | 768 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 4.825 TFLOPS+238% | 1.428 TFLOPS |
| ROPs | 64+300% | 16 |
| TMUs | 128+167% | 48 |
| L1 Cache | 768 KB+300% | 192 KB |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB+700% | 0.25 MB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GRID M10-2Q | FirePro W4300 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 M10-2Q comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the FirePro W4300 has 4 GB. The FirePro W4300 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 0.25 MB (FirePro W4300) — the GRID M10-2Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GRID M10-2Q | FirePro W4300 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | 4 GB+100% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB+700% | 0.25 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12_1 (GRID M10-2Q) vs 12 (FirePro W4300). Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 6.
| Feature | GRID M10-2Q | FirePro W4300 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12_1 | 12 |
| Max Displays | 0 | 6 |
Power & Dimensions
The GRID M10-2Q draws 225W versus the FirePro W4300's 50W — a 127.3% difference. The FirePro W4300 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID M10-2Q) vs 350W (FirePro W4300). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 1mm vs 171mm, occupying 0 vs 1 slots.
| Feature | GRID M10-2Q | FirePro W4300 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 225W | 50W-78% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 1mm | 171mm |
| Height | — | 69mm |
| Slots | 0-100% | 1 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 71°C |
| Perf/Watt | 12.0 | 54.4+353% |
Value Analysis
The GRID M10-2Q launched at $2500 MSRP and currently averages $150, while the FirePro W4300 launched at $379 and now averages $50. The FirePro W4300 costs 66.7% less ($100 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 17.9 (GRID M10-2Q) vs 54.4 (FirePro W4300) — the FirePro W4300 offers 203.9% better value.
| Feature | GRID M10-2Q | FirePro W4300 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $2500 | $379-85% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $150 | $50-67% |
| Performance per Dollar | 17.9 | 54.4+204% |
| Codename | GM204 | Bonaire |
| Release | August 30 2015 | December 1 2015 |
| Ranking | #433 | #590 |
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