GRID M10-8Q vs GeForce GTX 1650

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%

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FirePro 2260

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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 GeForce GTX 1650 uses modern memory architecture. The GeForce GTX 1650 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GRID M10-8Q lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 1650 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 203.2% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (4 GB vs 2 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GRID M10-8Q.

Insight	GRID M10-8Q	GeForce GTX 1650
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-203.2%)	✅Leading raw performance (+203.2%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Maxwell (2014−2017))	Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+100%)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	Standard Size (267mm)	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 1650 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $75 versus $500 for the GRID M10-8Q, it costs 85% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 1921.6% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GRID M10-8Q	GeForce GTX 1650
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+1921.6%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($500)	✅More affordable ($75)

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

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GRID M10-8Q and GeForce GTX 1650

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 1650

The GeForce GTX 1650 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in April 23 2019. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 1485 MHz to 1665 MHz. It has 896 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 7,869 points. Launch price was $149.

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Graphics Performance

In G3D Mark, the GRID M10-8Q scores 2,595 versus the GeForce GTX 1650's 7,869 — the GeForce GTX 1650 leads by 203.2%. The GRID M10-8Q is built on Maxwell while the GeForce GTX 1650 uses Turing, both on 28 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 640 (GRID M10-8Q) vs 896 (GeForce GTX 1650). Raw compute: 1.672 TFLOPS (GRID M10-8Q) vs 2.984 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1650). Boost clocks: 1306 MHz vs 1665 MHz.

Feature	GRID M10-8Q	GeForce GTX 1650
G3D Mark Score	2,595	7,869+203%
Architecture	Maxwell	Turing
Process Node	28 nm	12 nm
Shading Units	640	896+40%
Compute (TFLOPS)	1.672 TFLOPS	2.984 TFLOPS+78%
Boost Clock	1306 MHz	1665 MHz+27%
ROPs	16	32+100%
TMUs	40	56+40%
L1 Cache	320 KB	896 KB+180%
L2 Cache	2 MB+100%	1 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GRID M10-8Q	GeForce GTX 1650
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 1650 has 4 GB. The GeForce GTX 1650 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 2 MB (GRID M10-8Q) vs 1 MB (GeForce GTX 1650) — the GRID M10-8Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GRID M10-8Q	GeForce GTX 1650
VRAM Capacity	2 GB	4 GB+100%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	128-bit+100%
L2 Cache	2 MB+100%	1 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (12_1) (GRID M10-8Q) vs 12 (GeForce GTX 1650). Vulkan: 1.2 vs 1.4. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 3.

Feature	GRID M10-8Q	GeForce GTX 1650
DirectX	12 (12_1)	12
Vulkan	1.2	1.4+17%
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	0	3

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC (4th Gen) (GRID M10-8Q) vs NVENC 5th gen (Volta) (GeForce GTX 1650). Decoder: NVDEC (2nd Gen) vs NVDEC 4th gen. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265 (GRID M10-8Q) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9 (GeForce GTX 1650).

Feature	GRID M10-8Q	GeForce GTX 1650
Encoder	NVENC (4th Gen)	NVENC 5th gen (Volta)
Decoder	NVDEC (2nd Gen)	NVDEC 4th gen
Codecs	H.264,H.265	H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP8,VP9

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Power & Dimensions

The GRID M10-8Q draws 225W versus the GeForce GTX 1650's 75W — a 100% difference. The GeForce GTX 1650 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID M10-8Q) vs 300W (GeForce GTX 1650). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs None. Card length: 267mm vs 229mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 85 vs 70°C.

Feature	GRID M10-8Q	GeForce GTX 1650
TDP	225W	75W-67%
Recommended PSU	350W	300W-14%
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	None
Length	267mm	229mm
Height	111mm	111mm
Slots	2	2
Temp (Load)	85	70°C-18%
Perf/Watt	11.5	104.9+812%

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Value Analysis

The GRID M10-8Q launched at $2500 MSRP and currently averages $500, while the GeForce GTX 1650 launched at $149 and now averages $75. The GeForce GTX 1650 costs 85% less ($425 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 5.2 (GRID M10-8Q) vs 104.9 (GeForce GTX 1650) — the GeForce GTX 1650 offers 1917.3% better value. The GeForce GTX 1650 is the newer GPU (2019 vs 2016).