GRID M10-8Q vs GeForce GTX 850M

GRID M10-8Q

2016Core: 1033 MHzBoost: 1306 MHz

GeForce GTX 850M

2014Core: Up to 936 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

GRID M10-8Q

225

2,595

+2.3%

GeForce GTX 1080 with Max-Q Design

GeForce RTX 2060 12GB

RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation

GeForce GTX 850M

2,537

0.0%

GeForce RTX 2070 with Max-Q Design

GeForce RTX 2060 12GB

GeForce RTX 3060 Ti

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 M10-8Q is positioned at rank 346 and the GeForce GTX 850M is on rank 68, so the GeForce GTX 850M 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 M10-8Q

#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 GeForce GTX 850M

#22

Radeon RX 7700

MSRP: $449|Avg: $399

97%

#58

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

214%

#60

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

194%

#61

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

193%

#65

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

176%

#66

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

175%

#68

GeForce GTX 850M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $40

100%

#78

Radeon HD 8970M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $170

95%

#82

Arc 7-Core iGPU

MSRP: $199|Avg: N/A

93%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GRID M10-8Q is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.3% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 850M.

Insight	GRID M10-8Q	GeForce GTX 850M
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+2.3%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.3%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Maxwell (2014−2017))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Maxwell (2014−2017))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	Standard Size (267mm)	—

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 850M offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 850M holds the technical lead. Priced at $40 (vs $500), it costs 92% less, resulting in a 1122.1% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GRID M10-8Q	GeForce GTX 850M
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+1122.1%)
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 850M Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GRID M10-8Q and GeForce GTX 850M

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 850M

The GeForce GTX 850M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 12 2014. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock speed is Up to 936 MHz. It has 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 45W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,537 points.

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Graphics Performance

The GRID M10-8Q scores 2,595 and the GeForce GTX 850M reaches 2,537 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 850M uses Maxwell, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 640 (GRID M10-8Q) vs 640 (GeForce GTX 850M). Raw compute: 1.672 TFLOPS (GRID M10-8Q) vs 1.155 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 850M).

Feature	GRID M10-8Q	GeForce GTX 850M
G3D Mark Score	2,595+2%	2,537
Architecture	Maxwell	Maxwell
Process Node	28 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	640	640
Compute (TFLOPS)	1.672 TFLOPS+45%	1.155 TFLOPS
ROPs	16	16
TMUs	40	40
L1 Cache	320 KB	320 KB
L2 Cache	2 MB	2 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GRID M10-8Q	GeForce GTX 850M
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)

Both cards feature 2 GB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit.

Feature	GRID M10-8Q	GeForce GTX 850M
VRAM Capacity	2 GB	2 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	128-bit+100%
L2 Cache	2 MB	2 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (12_1) (GRID M10-8Q) vs 11.0 (GeForce GTX 850M). Vulkan: 1.2 vs 1.2. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.5. Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 1.

Feature	GRID M10-8Q	GeForce GTX 850M
DirectX	12 (12_1)+9%	11.0
Vulkan	1.2	1.2
OpenGL	4.6+2%	4.5
Max Displays	0	1

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC (4th Gen) (GRID M10-8Q) vs NVENC 2.0 (GeForce GTX 850M). Decoder: NVDEC (2nd Gen) vs PureVideo HD VP6. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265 (GRID M10-8Q) vs MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1,MPEG-4 ASP,H.265 (GeForce GTX 850M).

Feature	GRID M10-8Q	GeForce GTX 850M
Encoder	NVENC (4th Gen)	NVENC 2.0
Decoder	NVDEC (2nd Gen)	PureVideo HD VP6
Codecs	H.264,H.265	MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1,MPEG-4 ASP,H.265

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Power & Dimensions

The GRID M10-8Q draws 225W versus the GeForce GTX 850M's 45W — a 133.3% difference. The GeForce GTX 850M is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID M10-8Q) vs 350W (GeForce GTX 850M). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 267mm vs 0mm, occupying 2 vs 0 slots. Typical load temperature: 85 vs 80°C.

Feature	GRID M10-8Q	GeForce GTX 850M
TDP	225W	45W-80%
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	PCIe-powered
Length	267mm	0mm
Height	111mm	0mm
Slots	2	0-100%
Temp (Load)	85	80°C-6%
Perf/Watt	11.5	56.4+390%

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 850M costs 92% less ($460 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 5.2 (GRID M10-8Q) vs 63.4 (GeForce GTX 850M) — the GeForce GTX 850M offers 1119.2% better value. The GRID M10-8Q is the newer GPU (2016 vs 2014).