GRID M3-3020
VS
GeForce GTX 950M

GRID M3-3020 vs GeForce GTX 950M

GRID M3-3020

2016Core: 1033 MHzBoost: 1306 MHz
VS
NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 950M

2015Core: 914 MHzBoost: 1124 MHz

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.

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 M3-3020

#108
Quadro M6000
MSRP: $4999|Avg: $500
94%
#109
Quadro M6000 24GB
MSRP: $4999|Avg: $600
93%
#249
Tesla K20m
MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55
5909%
#264
GRID M40
MSRP: $1000|Avg: $100
100%
#265
GRID M3-3020
MSRP: $1000|Avg: $50
100%
#266
GRID P40-8Q
MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150
100%
#267
FirePro V3800
MSRP: $129|Avg: $12
100%
#268
FirePro V5800
MSRP: $479|Avg: $15
99%
#269
FirePro 3D V7800
MSRP: $759|Avg: $40
98%
#270
FirePro S9050
MSRP: $1999|Avg: $1825
98%
#271
FirePro R5000
MSRP: $1099|Avg: $150
96%
#272
GRID M6-8Q
MSRP: $1500|Avg: $100
95%
#275
GRID K120Q
MSRP: $125|Avg: $20
94%
#276
Tesla M60
MSRP: $3000|Avg: $250
93%
#278
FirePro V7900
MSRP: $999|Avg: $120
90%
#279
GRID P6-4Q
MSRP: $2000|Avg: $150
88%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar GeForce GTX 950M

#25
Radeon RX 7600M XT
MSRP: $329|Avg: $300
95%
#73
Radeon RX 550X (móvel)
MSRP: $35|Avg: $35
232%
#75
210%
#76
210%
#80
GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50
191%
#81
Radeon RX 6300
MSRP: $60|Avg: $40
189%
#83
GeForce GTX 950M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A
100%
#86
Radeon RX 560 (móvel)
MSRP: $99|Avg: $50
97%
#92
Radeon RX 550 (móvel)
MSRP: $79|Avg: $40
95%
#95
GeForce GT 555M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $35
92%
#97
GeForce GTX 760M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $40
92%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

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.

InsightGRID M3-3020GeForce 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

NVIDIA

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.

NVIDIA

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.

FeatureGRID M3-3020GeForce 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)

FeatureGRID M3-3020GeForce 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
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Video Memory (VRAM)

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

FeatureGRID M3-3020GeForce 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
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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.

FeatureGRID M3-3020GeForce GTX 950M
TDP
250W
75W-70%
Recommended PSU
350W
350W
Power Connector
PCIe-powered
1x 6-pin
Perf/Watt
10.0
34.3+243%
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Value Analysis

The GRID M3-3020 is the newer GPU (2016 vs 2015).

FeatureGRID M3-3020GeForce GTX 950M
MSRP
$1000
Avg Price (30d)
$50
Codename
GM107
GM107
Release
May 18 2016
March 13 2015
Ranking
#587
#626