
GRID M3-3020 vs GeForce GTX 950M

GRID M3-3020
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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 M3-3020 is positioned at rank 265 and the GeForce GTX 950M is on rank 83, so the GeForce GTX 950M offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GRID M3-3020
Performance Per Dollar GeForce GTX 950M
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce GTX 950M is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 3% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GRID M3-3020.
| Insight | GRID M3-3020 | GeForce GTX 950M |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-3%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+3%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Maxwell (2014−2017)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / 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 | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce GTX 950M remains the clear technical winner. Check real-time availability to determine if the performance gap justifies the market price.
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 M3-3020 and GeForce GTX 950M

GRID M3-3020
The GRID M3-3020 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 250W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,500 points.

GeForce GTX 950M
The GeForce GTX 950M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 13 2015. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 914 MHz to 1124 MHz. It has 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,575 points.
Graphics Performance
The GRID M3-3020 scores 2,500 and the GeForce GTX 950M reaches 2,575 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 3% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GRID M3-3020 is built on Maxwell while the GeForce GTX 950M uses Maxwell, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 640 (GRID M3-3020) vs 640 (GeForce GTX 950M). Raw compute: 1.672 TFLOPS (GRID M3-3020) vs 1.439 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 950M). Boost clocks: 1306 MHz vs 1124 MHz.
| Feature | GRID M3-3020 | GeForce GTX 950M |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 2,500 | 2,575+3% |
| Architecture | Maxwell | Maxwell |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 640 | 640 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 1.672 TFLOPS+16% | 1.439 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 1306 MHz+16% | 1124 MHz |
| ROPs | 16 | 16 |
| TMUs | 40 | 40 |
| L1 Cache | 320 KB | 320 KB |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB | 2 MB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GRID M3-3020 | GeForce GTX 950M |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Video Memory (VRAM)
Both cards feature 2 GB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | GRID M3-3020 | GeForce GTX 950M |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | 2 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 128-bit+100% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB | 2 MB |
Power & Dimensions
The GRID M3-3020 draws 250W versus the GeForce GTX 950M's 75W — a 107.7% difference. The GeForce GTX 950M is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID M3-3020) vs 350W (GeForce GTX 950M). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 1x 6-pin.
| Feature | GRID M3-3020 | GeForce GTX 950M |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 250W | 75W-70% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | 1x 6-pin |
| Perf/Watt | 10.0 | 34.3+243% |
Value Analysis
The GRID M3-3020 is the newer GPU (2016 vs 2015).
| Feature | GRID M3-3020 | GeForce GTX 950M |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1000 | — |
| Avg Price (30d) | $50 | — |
| Codename | GM107 | GM107 |
| Release | May 18 2016 | March 13 2015 |
| Ranking | #587 | #626 |
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