GRID M6-1Q
VS
Radeon RX Vega 11

GRID M6-1Q vs Radeon RX Vega 11

GRID M6-1Q

2015Core: 557 MHzBoost: 1178 MHz
VS
AMD

Radeon RX Vega 11

2018Core: 300 MHzBoost: 1251 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. 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.

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 M6-1Q

#311
Tesla K20m
MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55
10705%
#326
GRID M6-1Q
MSRP: $1500|Avg: $100
100%
#327
Tesla C2050 / C2070
MSRP: $2499|Avg: $30
99%
#328
Quadro FX 380
MSRP: $129|Avg: $15
99%
#329
FirePro M7740
MSRP: $500|Avg: $500
96%
#330
Quadro FX 570
MSRP: $199|Avg: $15
94%
#331
RTXA5000-24Q
MSRP: $3721|Avg: $2100
93%
#332
GRID P40-1Q
MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150
93%
#334
Tesla M10
MSRP: $2500|Avg: $500
92%
#335
Tesla C2050
MSRP: $2499|Avg: $95
92%
#336
FirePro S10000
MSRP: $3599|Avg: $500
91%
#337
Quadro FX 3450
MSRP: $119|Avg: $30
91%
#338
GRID P40-24Q
MSRP: $5699|Avg: $200
90%
#339
Quadro 4000
MSRP: $1199|Avg: $30
89%
#340
FireStream 9250
MSRP: $999|Avg: $49
85%
#341
GRID P40-3Q
MSRP: $5699|Avg: $5699
83%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

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.

InsightGRID M6-1QRadeon 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.

InsightGRID M6-1QRadeon 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.

Path of Exile 2
No prediction data available
Path of Exile 2
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Counter-Strike 2
No prediction data available
Counter-Strike 2
No prediction data available
League of Legends
No prediction data available
League of Legends
No prediction data available
Valorant
No prediction data available
Valorant
No prediction data available

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GRID M6-1Q and Radeon RX Vega 11

NVIDIA

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.

AMD

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.

FeatureGRID M6-1QRadeon 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)

FeatureGRID M6-1QRadeon 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
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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.

FeatureGRID M6-1QRadeon RX Vega 11
VRAM Capacity
2 GB
0 GB
Memory Type
GDDR5
Shared
Bus Width
64-bit
System
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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12_1 (GRID M6-1Q) vs 12 (12_1) (Radeon RX Vega 11). Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 3.

FeatureGRID M6-1QRadeon RX Vega 11
DirectX
12_1
12 (12_1)
Max Displays
0
3
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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.

FeatureGRID M6-1QRadeon 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%
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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).

FeatureGRID M6-1QRadeon 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