GRID M10-8Q vs Quadro 6000
GRID M10-8Q
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Performance Spectrum - GPU
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 Quadro 6000 is on rank 374, so the GRID M10-8Q offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GRID M10-8Q
Performance Per Dollar Quadro 6000
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 Quadro 6000 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Quadro 6000 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 3.7% higher G3D Mark score and 200% more VRAM (6 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 | Quadro 6000 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-3.7%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+3.7%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Maxwell (2014−2017)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi (2010−2014)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+200%) |
| Efficiency | Normal Efficiency | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (267mm) | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The Quadro 6000 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Quadro 6000 holds the technical lead. Priced at $150 (vs $500), it costs 70% less, resulting in a 245.8% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GRID M10-8Q | Quadro 6000 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+245.8%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($500) | ✅More affordable ($150) |
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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of GRID M10-8Q and Quadro 6000
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.
Quadro 6000
The Quadro 6000 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in December 10 2010. It features the Fermi architecture. The core clock speed is 574 MHz. It has 448 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 204W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,692 points. Launch price was $4,399.
Graphics Performance
The GRID M10-8Q scores 2,595 and the Quadro 6000 reaches 2,692 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 3.7% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GRID M10-8Q is built on Maxwell while the Quadro 6000 uses Fermi, both on 28 nm vs 40 nm. Shader units: 640 (GRID M10-8Q) vs 448 (Quadro 6000). Raw compute: 1.672 TFLOPS (GRID M10-8Q) vs 1.028 TFLOPS (Quadro 6000).
| Feature | GRID M10-8Q | Quadro 6000 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 2,595 | 2,692+4% |
| Architecture | Maxwell | Fermi |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 40 nm |
| Shading Units | 640+43% | 448 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 1.672 TFLOPS+63% | 1.028 TFLOPS |
| ROPs | 16 | 48+200% |
| TMUs | 40 | 56+40% |
| L1 Cache | 320 KB | 896 KB+180% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB+167% | 0.75 MB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GRID M10-8Q | Quadro 6000 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GRID M10-8Q comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the Quadro 6000 has 6 GB. The Quadro 6000 offers 200% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 2 MB (GRID M10-8Q) vs 0.75 MB (Quadro 6000) — the GRID M10-8Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GRID M10-8Q | Quadro 6000 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | 6 GB+200% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB+167% | 0.75 MB |
Power & Dimensions
The GRID M10-8Q draws 225W versus the Quadro 6000's 204W — a 9.8% difference. The Quadro 6000 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID M10-8Q) vs 350W (Quadro 6000). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | GRID M10-8Q | Quadro 6000 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 225W | 204W-9% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 267mm | — |
| Height | 111mm | — |
| Slots | 2 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 85 | — |
| Perf/Watt | 11.5 | 13.2+15% |
Value Analysis
The GRID M10-8Q launched at $2500 MSRP and currently averages $500, while the Quadro 6000 launched at $4399 and now averages $150. The Quadro 6000 costs 70% less ($350 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 5.2 (GRID M10-8Q) vs 17.9 (Quadro 6000) — the Quadro 6000 offers 244.2% better value. The GRID M10-8Q is the newer GPU (2016 vs 2010).
| Feature | GRID M10-8Q | Quadro 6000 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $2500-43% | $4399 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $500 | $150-70% |
| Performance per Dollar | 5.2 | 17.9+244% |
| Codename | GM107 | GF100 |
| Release | May 18 2016 | December 10 2010 |
| Ranking | #622 | #615 |
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