GRID M10-8Q vs GeForce GTX 465

GRID M10-8Q

2016Core: 1033 MHzBoost: 1306 MHz

GeForce GTX 465

2010Core: 607 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

GRID M10-8Q

225

2,595

0.0%

GeForce GTX 1080 with Max-Q Design

GeForce RTX 2060 12GB

RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation

GeForce GTX 465

200

2,654

+2.3%

GeForce GTX 1080 with Max-Q Design

GeForce RTX 2060 12GB

RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation

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 M10-8Q is positioned at rank #346 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 M10-8Q

#331

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

14205%

#346

GRID M10-8Q

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $500

100%

#347

Quadro FX 3800

MSRP: $799|Avg: $20

99%

#348

FirePro V8700

MSRP: $1499|Avg: $170

99%

#350

GRID K520

MSRP: $3599|Avg: $50

94%

#351

GRID P40-12Q

MSRP: $5699|Avg: $5699

93%

#352

FirePro 2270

MSRP: $149|Avg: $30

91%

#353

FirePro 2460

MSRP: $180|Avg: $10

90%

#355

FirePro 3D V5700

MSRP: $599|Avg: $25

88%

#356

Quadro FX 580

MSRP: $199|Avg: $500

88%

#358

GRID M60-1B

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $120

87%

#359

FireStream 9270

MSRP: $1499|Avg: $20

86%

#360

Quadro 400

MSRP: $169|Avg: $500

85%

#361

FirePro 2260

MSRP: $129|Avg: $15

85%

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 GRID M10-8Q is significantly newer (2016 vs 2010). The GRID M10-8Q likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GTX 465 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 465 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.3% higher G3D Mark score. However, the GRID M10-8Q offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.

Insight	GRID M10-8Q	GeForce GTX 465
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.3%)	✅Leading raw performance (+2.3%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Maxwell (2014−2017))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi (2010−2014))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	✅ More VRAM (+100%)	❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency	Normal Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	Standard Size (267mm)	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 465 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 465 holds the technical lead. Priced at $40 (vs $500), it costs 92% less, resulting in a 1178.4% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GRID M10-8Q	GeForce GTX 465
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+1178.4%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($500)	✅More affordable ($40)

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 M10-8Q Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 465 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GRID M10-8Q and GeForce GTX 465

GRID M10-8Q

The GRID M10-8Q 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: 2,595 points.

GeForce GTX 465

The GeForce GTX 465 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 31 2010. It features the Fermi architecture. The core clock speed is 607 MHz. It has 352 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 200W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,654 points. Launch price was $279.

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Graphics Performance

The GRID M10-8Q scores 2,595 and the GeForce GTX 465 reaches 2,654 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.3% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GRID M10-8Q is built on Maxwell while the GeForce GTX 465 uses Fermi, both on 28 nm vs 40 nm. Shader units: 640 (GRID M10-8Q) vs 352 (GeForce GTX 465). Raw compute: 1.672 TFLOPS (GRID M10-8Q) vs 0.8554 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 465).

Feature	GRID M10-8Q	GeForce GTX 465
G3D Mark Score	2,595	2,654+2%
Architecture	Maxwell	Fermi
Process Node	28 nm	40 nm
Shading Units	640+82%	352
Compute (TFLOPS)	1.672 TFLOPS+95%	0.8554 TFLOPS
ROPs	16	32+100%
TMUs	40	44+10%
L1 Cache	320 KB	704 KB+120%
L2 Cache	2 MB+300%	0.5 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GRID M10-8Q	GeForce GTX 465
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 2.1 (Compatible)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	FSR 3 (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GRID M10-8Q comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 465 has 1 GB. The GRID M10-8Q offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 256-bit. L2 Cache: 2 MB (GRID M10-8Q) vs 0.5 MB (GeForce GTX 465) — the GRID M10-8Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GRID M10-8Q	GeForce GTX 465
VRAM Capacity	2 GB+100%	1 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	256-bit+300%
L2 Cache	2 MB+300%	0.5 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (12_1) (GRID M10-8Q) vs 12 (11_0) (GeForce GTX 465). Vulkan: 1.2 vs N/A. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.5. Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 2.

Feature	GRID M10-8Q	GeForce GTX 465
DirectX	12 (12_1)	12 (11_0)
Vulkan	1.2	N/A
OpenGL	4.6+2%	4.5
Max Displays	0	2

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC (4th Gen) (GRID M10-8Q) vs None (GeForce GTX 465). Decoder: NVDEC (2nd Gen) vs VP4. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265 (GRID M10-8Q) vs H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (GeForce GTX 465).

Feature	GRID M10-8Q	GeForce GTX 465
Encoder	NVENC (4th Gen)	None
Decoder	NVDEC (2nd Gen)	VP4
Codecs	H.264,H.265	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2

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Power & Dimensions

The GRID M10-8Q draws 225W versus the GeForce GTX 465's 200W — a 11.8% difference. The GeForce GTX 465 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID M10-8Q) vs 550W (GeForce GTX 465). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 2x 6-pin. Card length: 267mm vs 241mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 85 vs 85.

Feature	GRID M10-8Q	GeForce GTX 465
TDP	225W	200W-11%
Recommended PSU	350W-36%	550W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	2x 6-pin
Length	267mm	241mm
Height	111mm	111mm
Slots	2	2
Temp (Load)	85	85
Perf/Watt	11.5	13.3+16%

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Value Analysis

The GRID M10-8Q launched at $2500 MSRP and currently averages $500, while the GeForce GTX 465 launched at $279 and now averages $40. The GeForce GTX 465 costs 92% less ($460 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 5.2 (GRID M10-8Q) vs 66.3 (GeForce GTX 465) — the GeForce GTX 465 offers 1175% better value. The GRID M10-8Q is the newer GPU (2016 vs 2010).