GRID M10-2Q vs Iris Xe Graphics G7 80EUs
GRID M10-2Q
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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.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. The GRID M10-2Q is positioned at rank #342 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GRID M10-2Q
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Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The Iris Xe Graphics G7 80EUs uses modern memory architecture. The Iris Xe Graphics G7 80EUs likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GRID M10-2Q lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Iris Xe Graphics G7 80EUs is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.9% higher G3D Mark score. However, the GRID M10-2Q offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | GRID M10-2Q | Iris Xe Graphics G7 80EUs |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.9%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.9%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019)) | Gen. 11 Ice Lake (2019−2022) (10nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+100+%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | — |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the Iris Xe Graphics G7 80EUs remains the clear technical winner. Check real-time availability to determine if the performance gap justifies the market price.
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 Iris Xe Graphics G7 80EUs
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.
Iris Xe Graphics G7 80EUs
The Iris Xe Graphics G7 80EUs is manufactured by Intel. It was released in August 15 2020. It features the Gen. 11 Ice Lake architecture. The core clock ranges from 400 MHz to 1350 MHz. It has 80 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 28W. Manufactured using 10 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,715 points.
Graphics Performance
The GRID M10-2Q scores 2,692 and the Iris Xe Graphics G7 80EUs reaches 2,715 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.9% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GRID M10-2Q is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the Iris Xe Graphics G7 80EUs uses Gen. 11 Ice Lake, both on 28 nm vs 10 nm. Shader units: 2,048 (GRID M10-2Q) vs 80 (Iris Xe Graphics G7 80EUs). Boost clocks: 1178 MHz vs 1350 MHz.
| Feature | GRID M10-2Q | Iris Xe Graphics G7 80EUs |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 2,692 | 2,715 |
| Architecture | Maxwell 2.0 | Gen. 11 Ice Lake |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 10 nm |
| Shading Units | 2048+2460% | 80 |
| Boost Clock | 1178 MHz | 1350 MHz+15% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GRID M10-2Q | Iris Xe Graphics G7 80EUs |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Iris Xe Graphics G7 80EUs has 0 MB. The GRID M10-2Q offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs System.
| Feature | GRID M10-2Q | Iris Xe Graphics G7 80EUs |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | Shared System RAM |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | Shared |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | System |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12_1 (GRID M10-2Q) vs 12 (12_1) (Iris Xe Graphics G7 80EUs). Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 4.
| Feature | GRID M10-2Q | Iris Xe Graphics G7 80EUs |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12_1 | 12 (12_1) |
| Max Displays | 0 | 4 |
Power & Dimensions
The GRID M10-2Q draws 225W versus the Iris Xe Graphics G7 80EUs's 28W — a 155.7% difference. The Iris Xe Graphics G7 80EUs is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID M10-2Q) vs 0W (Iris Xe Graphics G7 80EUs). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs None. Card length: 1mm vs 0mm, occupying 0 vs 0 slots.
| Feature | GRID M10-2Q | Iris Xe Graphics G7 80EUs |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 225W | 28W-88% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 0W-100% |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | None |
| Length | 1mm | 0mm |
| Height | — | 0mm |
| Slots | 0 | 0 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 85 |
| Perf/Watt | 12.0 | 97.0+708% |
Value Analysis
The GRID M10-2Q launched at $2500 MSRP and currently averages $150, while the Iris Xe Graphics G7 80EUs launched at $0 and now averages $0. The Iris Xe Graphics G7 80EUs costs 100+% less ($150 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 17.9 (GRID M10-2Q) vs Infinity (Iris Xe Graphics G7 80EUs) — the Iris Xe Graphics G7 80EUs offers Infinity% better value. The Iris Xe Graphics G7 80EUs is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2015).
| Feature | GRID M10-2Q | Iris Xe Graphics G7 80EUs |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $2500 | $0-100% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $150 | $0-100% |
| Performance per Dollar | 17.9 | Infinity |
| Codename | GM204 | Tiger Lake Xe |
| Release | August 30 2015 | August 15 2020 |
| Ranking | #433 | #584 |
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