GRID M10-2Q vs Quadro K4000

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 Quadro K4000 is on rank 283, so the Quadro K4000 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 Quadro K4000

#110

Quadro GV100

MSRP: $8999|Avg: $8999

99%

#111

Tesla P40

MSRP: $5699|Avg: $150

97%

#112

GRID RTX6000-1Q

MSRP: $6299|Avg: $1500

93%

#113

Quadro RTX 8000

MSRP: $9999|Avg: $9999

93%

#114

Quadro GP100

MSRP: $7000|Avg: $1335

92%

#268

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

6903%

#283

Quadro K4000

MSRP: $1269|Avg: $100

100%

#285

GRID P4-2Q

MSRP: $1500|Avg: $235

99%

#287

Tesla C2070

MSRP: $1499|Avg: $38

97%

#288

Quadro 2000 D

MSRP: $599|Avg: $35

97%

#290

FirePro V5900

MSRP: $599|Avg: $15

96%

#291

FirePro S9000

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $156

94%

#294

GRID P40-4Q

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150

93%

#295

RTXA5000-8Q

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $2500

92%

#296

GRID P6-2Q

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $150

92%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Quadro K4000 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1% higher G3D Mark score and 50% more VRAM (3 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	Quadro K4000
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1%)	✅Leading raw performance (+1%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+50%)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	—

💎 Value Proposition

The Quadro K4000 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Quadro K4000 holds the technical lead. Priced at $100 (vs $150), it costs 33% less, resulting in a 51.5% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GRID M10-2Q	Quadro K4000
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+51.5%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($150)	✅More affordable ($100)

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

Quadro K4000 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GRID M10-2Q and Quadro K4000

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.

Quadro K4000

The Quadro K4000 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 1 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 810 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 80W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,719 points. Launch price was $1,269.

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Graphics Performance

The GRID M10-2Q scores 2,692 and the Quadro K4000 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 Quadro K4000 uses Kepler, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 2,048 (GRID M10-2Q) vs 768 (Quadro K4000). Raw compute: 4.825 TFLOPS (GRID M10-2Q) vs 1.244 TFLOPS (Quadro K4000).

Feature	GRID M10-2Q	Quadro K4000
G3D Mark Score	2,692	2,719+1%
Architecture	Maxwell 2.0	Kepler
Process Node	28 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	2048+167%	768
Compute (TFLOPS)	4.825 TFLOPS+288%	1.244 TFLOPS
ROPs	64+167%	24
TMUs	128+100%	64
L1 Cache	768 KB+1100%	64 KB
L2 Cache	2 MB+426%	0.38 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GRID M10-2Q	Quadro K4000
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 Quadro K4000 has 3 GB. The Quadro K4000 offers 50% 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 0.38 MB (Quadro K4000) — the GRID M10-2Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GRID M10-2Q	Quadro K4000
VRAM Capacity	2 GB	3 GB+50%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	64-bit
L2 Cache	2 MB+426%	0.38 MB

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Power & Dimensions

The GRID M10-2Q draws 225W versus the Quadro K4000's 80W — a 95.1% difference. The Quadro K4000 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID M10-2Q) vs 350W (Quadro K4000). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.

Feature	GRID M10-2Q	Quadro K4000
TDP	225W	80W-64%
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	PCIe-powered
Length	1mm	—
Slots	0	—
Perf/Watt	12.0	34.0+183%

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Value Analysis

The GRID M10-2Q launched at $2500 MSRP and currently averages $150, while the Quadro K4000 launched at $1269 and now averages $100. The Quadro K4000 costs 33.3% less ($50 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 17.9 (GRID M10-2Q) vs 27.2 (Quadro K4000) — the Quadro K4000 offers 52% better value. The GRID M10-2Q is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2013).