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GRID M6-1Q
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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 M6-1Q is positioned at rank 326 and the GeForce GTX 480M SLI is on rank 365, so the GRID M6-1Q offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GRID M6-1Q
Performance Per Dollar GeForce GTX 480M SLI
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GRID M6-1Q is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.9% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 480M SLI.
| Insight | GRID M6-1Q | GeForce GTX 480M SLI |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.9%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.9%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi (2010−2014)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | — |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the GRID M6-1Q 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.
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Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of GRID M6-1Q and GeForce GTX 480M SLI
GRID M6-1Q
The GRID M6-1Q is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in August 30 2015. It features the Maxwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 557 MHz to 1178 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 225W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,069 points.
GeForce GTX 480M SLI
The GeForce GTX 480M SLI is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 25 2010. It features the Fermi architecture. The core clock speed is 425 MHz. It has 704 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 100W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,050 points.
Graphics Performance
The GRID M6-1Q scores 2,069 and the GeForce GTX 480M SLI reaches 2,050 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.9% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GRID M6-1Q is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the GeForce GTX 480M SLI uses Fermi, both on 28 nm vs 40 nm. Shader units: 2,048 (GRID M6-1Q) vs 704 (GeForce GTX 480M SLI).
| Feature | GRID M6-1Q | GeForce GTX 480M SLI |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 2,069 | 2,050 |
| Architecture | Maxwell 2.0 | Fermi |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 40 nm |
| Shading Units | 2048+191% | 704 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GRID M6-1Q | GeForce GTX 480M SLI |
|---|---|---|
| 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 M6-1Q | GeForce GTX 480M SLI |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | 2 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 128-bit+100% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12_1 (GRID M6-1Q) vs 12 (11_0) (GeForce GTX 480M SLI). Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 2.
| Feature | GRID M6-1Q | GeForce GTX 480M SLI |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12_1 | 12 (11_0) |
| Max Displays | 0 | 2 |
Power & Dimensions
The GRID M6-1Q draws 225W versus the GeForce GTX 480M SLI's 100W — a 76.9% difference. The GeForce GTX 480M SLI is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID M6-1Q) vs 350W (GeForce GTX 480M SLI). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 1x 6-pin.
| Feature | GRID M6-1Q | GeForce GTX 480M SLI |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 225W | 100W-56% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | 1x 6-pin |
| Length | 1mm | — |
| Slots | 0 | 0 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 97°C |
| Perf/Watt | 9.2 | 20.5+123% |
Value Analysis
The GRID M6-1Q is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2010).
| Feature | GRID M6-1Q | GeForce GTX 480M SLI |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1500 | — |
| Avg Price (30d) | $100 | — |
| Codename | GM204 | N11E-GTX-A3 |
| Release | August 30 2015 | May 25 2010 |
| Ranking | #525 | #637 |
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