GRID M10-4Q vs Radeon Pro 555X

GRID M10-4Q

2016Core: 1033 MHzBoost: 1306 MHz

Radeon Pro 555X

2018Core: 907 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

GRID M10-4Q

225

2,977

0.0%

GeForce RTX 3080 Mobile

RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation

Radeon Pro 555X

3,000

+0.8%

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 M10-4Q is positioned at rank #344 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

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 M10-4Q

#117

L40

MSRP: $31000|Avg: $8174

99%

#329

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

13937%

#344

GRID M10-4Q

MSRP: $2805|Avg: $340

100%

#346

GRID M10-8Q

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $500

98%

#347

FirePro V8700

MSRP: $1499|Avg: $170

97%

#348

Quadro FX 3800

MSRP: $799|Avg: $20

97%

#350

GRID K520

MSRP: $3599|Avg: $50

92%

#351

GRID P40-12Q

MSRP: $5699|Avg: $5699

92%

#352

FirePro 2270

MSRP: $149|Avg: $30

90%

#353

FirePro 2460

MSRP: $180|Avg: $10

89%

#355

Quadro FX 580

MSRP: $199|Avg: $500

86%

#356

FirePro 3D V5700

MSRP: $599|Avg: $25

86%

#358

GRID M60-1B

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $120

85%

#359

FireStream 9270

MSRP: $1499|Avg: $20

84%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The Radeon Pro 555X uses modern memory architecture. The Radeon Pro 555X likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GRID M10-4Q lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Radeon Pro 555X is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.8% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GRID M10-4Q.

Insight	GRID M10-4Q	Radeon Pro 555X
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.8%)	✅Leading raw performance (+0.8%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Maxwell (2014−2017))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / GCN 4.0 (2016−2020))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	—	—

💎 Value Proposition

The GRID M10-4Q offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $340 versus $1,049 for the Radeon Pro 555X, it costs 68% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 206.2% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GRID M10-4Q	Radeon Pro 555X
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+206.2%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($340)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($1,049)

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 M10-4Q Benchmark Check

Radeon Pro 555X Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GRID M10-4Q and Radeon Pro 555X

GRID M10-4Q

The GRID M10-4Q is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 18 2016. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 1033 MHz to 1306 MHz. It has 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 225W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,977 points.

Radeon Pro 555X

The Radeon Pro 555X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in July 16 2018. It features the GCN 4.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 907 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,000 points.

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Graphics Performance

The GRID M10-4Q scores 2,977 and the Radeon Pro 555X reaches 3,000 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.8% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GRID M10-4Q is built on Maxwell while the Radeon Pro 555X uses GCN 4.0, both on 28 nm vs 14 nm. Shader units: 640 (GRID M10-4Q) vs 768 (Radeon Pro 555X). Raw compute: 1.672 TFLOPS (GRID M10-4Q) vs 1.393 TFLOPS (Radeon Pro 555X).

Feature	GRID M10-4Q	Radeon Pro 555X
G3D Mark Score	2,977	3,000
Architecture	Maxwell	GCN 4.0
Process Node	28 nm	14 nm
Shading Units	640	768+20%
Compute (TFLOPS)	1.672 TFLOPS+20%	1.393 TFLOPS
ROPs	16	16
TMUs	40	48+20%
L1 Cache	320 KB+67%	192 KB
L2 Cache	2 MB+100%	1 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GRID M10-4Q	Radeon Pro 555X
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	AMD Anti-Lag

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Video Memory (VRAM)

Both cards feature 2 GB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 2 MB (GRID M10-4Q) vs 1 MB (Radeon Pro 555X) — the GRID M10-4Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GRID M10-4Q	Radeon Pro 555X
VRAM Capacity	2 GB	2 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	64-bit
L2 Cache	2 MB+100%	1 MB

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Power & Dimensions

The GRID M10-4Q draws 225W versus the Radeon Pro 555X's 75W — a 100% difference. The Radeon Pro 555X is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID M10-4Q) vs 350W (Radeon Pro 555X). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.

Feature	GRID M10-4Q	Radeon Pro 555X
TDP	225W	75W-67%
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	PCIe-powered
Perf/Watt	13.2	40.0+203%

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Value Analysis

The GRID M10-4Q launched at $2805 MSRP and currently averages $340, while the Radeon Pro 555X launched at $0 and now averages $1049. The GRID M10-4Q costs 67.6% less ($709 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 8.8 (GRID M10-4Q) vs 2.9 (Radeon Pro 555X) — the GRID M10-4Q offers 203.4% better value. The Radeon Pro 555X is the newer GPU (2018 vs 2016).