
GRID M6-1Q
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Radeon RX Vega 11
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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. The GRID M6-1Q is positioned at rank #326 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GRID M6-1Q
Performance Per Dollar
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The Radeon RX Vega 11 uses modern memory architecture. The Radeon RX Vega 11 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GRID M6-1Q lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Radeon RX Vega 11 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.2% higher G3D Mark score. However, the GRID M6-1Q offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | GRID M6-1Q | Radeon RX Vega 11 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.2%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.2%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / GCN 5.0 (2017−2020)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+100+%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The Radeon RX Vega 11 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $50 versus $100 for the GRID M6-1Q, it costs 50% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 102.4% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GRID M6-1Q | Radeon RX Vega 11 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+102.4%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($100) | ✅More affordable ($50) |
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 M6-1Q and Radeon RX Vega 11

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.

Radeon RX Vega 11
The Radeon RX Vega 11 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in May 10 2018. It features the GCN 5.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 300 MHz to 1251 MHz. It has 704 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 35W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,094 points.
Graphics Performance
The GRID M6-1Q scores 2,069 and the Radeon RX Vega 11 reaches 2,094 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GRID M6-1Q is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the Radeon RX Vega 11 uses GCN 5.0, both on 28 nm vs 14 nm. Shader units: 2,048 (GRID M6-1Q) vs 704 (Radeon RX Vega 11). Raw compute: 4.825 TFLOPS (GRID M6-1Q) vs 1.761 TFLOPS (Radeon RX Vega 11). Boost clocks: 1178 MHz vs 1251 MHz.
| Feature | GRID M6-1Q | Radeon RX Vega 11 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 2,069 | 2,094+1% |
| Architecture | Maxwell 2.0 | GCN 5.0 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 14 nm |
| Shading Units | 2048+191% | 704 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 4.825 TFLOPS+174% | 1.761 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 1178 MHz | 1251 MHz+6% |
| ROPs | 64+700% | 8 |
| TMUs | 128+191% | 44 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GRID M6-1Q | Radeon RX Vega 11 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | AMD Anti-Lag |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GRID M6-1Q comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the Radeon RX Vega 11 has 0 MB. The GRID M6-1Q offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs System.
| Feature | GRID M6-1Q | Radeon RX Vega 11 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | 0 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | Shared |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | System |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12_1 (GRID M6-1Q) vs 12 (12_1) (Radeon RX Vega 11). Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 3.
| Feature | GRID M6-1Q | Radeon RX Vega 11 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12_1 | 12 (12_1) |
| Max Displays | 0 | 3 |
Power & Dimensions
The GRID M6-1Q draws 225W versus the Radeon RX Vega 11's 35W — a 146.2% difference. The Radeon RX Vega 11 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID M6-1Q) vs 300W (Radeon RX Vega 11). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs None. Card length: 1mm vs 0mm, occupying 0 vs 0 slots.
| Feature | GRID M6-1Q | Radeon RX Vega 11 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 225W | 35W-84% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 300W-14% |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | None |
| Length | 1mm | 0mm |
| Height | — | 0mm |
| Slots | 0 | 0 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 75 |
| Perf/Watt | 9.2 | 59.8+550% |
Value Analysis
The GRID M6-1Q launched at $1500 MSRP and currently averages $100, while the Radeon RX Vega 11 launched at $149 and now averages $50. The Radeon RX Vega 11 costs 50% less ($50 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 20.7 (GRID M6-1Q) vs 41.9 (Radeon RX Vega 11) — the Radeon RX Vega 11 offers 102.4% better value. The Radeon RX Vega 11 is the newer GPU (2018 vs 2015).
| Feature | GRID M6-1Q | Radeon RX Vega 11 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1500 | $149-90% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $100 | $50-50% |
| Performance per Dollar | 20.7 | 41.9+102% |
| Codename | GM204 | Raven |
| Release | August 30 2015 | May 10 2018 |
| Ranking | #525 | #673 |
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