GRID M6-8Q vs Quadro K2200

GRID M6-8Q

2015Core: 722 MHz

Quadro K2200

2014Core: 1046 MHzBoost: 1124 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

GRID M6-8Q

100

3,568

0.0%

GeForce RTX 2070 (móvel)

GeForce RTX 3060 12GB

GeForce RTX 2080 Ti

Quadro K2200

3,580

+0.3%

GeForce RTX 2070 (móvel)

GeForce RTX 3060 12GB

GeForce RTX 2080 Ti

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 M6-8Q is positioned at rank 273 and the Quadro K2200 is on rank 169, so the Quadro K2200 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 M6-8Q

#108

Quadro M6000

MSRP: $4999|Avg: $500

99%

#109

Quadro M6000 24GB

MSRP: $4999|Avg: $600

98%

#110

Quadro GV100

MSRP: $8999|Avg: $8999

89%

#258

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

6207%

#273

GRID M6-8Q

MSRP: $1500|Avg: $100

100%

#276

GRID K120Q

MSRP: $125|Avg: $20

98%

#278

Tesla M60

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $250

98%

#279

FirePro V7900

MSRP: $999|Avg: $120

95%

#280

GRID M60-8A

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $120

93%

#281

GRID P6-4Q

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $150

93%

#283

Quadro K4000

MSRP: $1269|Avg: $100

90%

#285

GRID P4-2Q

MSRP: $1500|Avg: $235

89%

#287

Tesla C2070

MSRP: $1499|Avg: $38

87%

#288

Quadro 2000 D

MSRP: $599|Avg: $35

87%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar Quadro K2200

#75

Radeon Pro Vega II

MSRP: $2199|Avg: $1800

99%

#76

Radeon PRO W7900

MSRP: $3999|Avg: $3500

98%

#77

Radeon Pro VII

MSRP: $1899|Avg: $1400

97%

#78

Quadro RTX 5000

MSRP: $2299|Avg: $692

94%

#79

Quadro RTX 5000 (móvel)

MSRP: $2299|Avg: $692

93%

#80

Radeon Pro W6800X

MSRP: $2799|Avg: $2799

90%

#154

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

2063%

#169

Quadro K2200

MSRP: $500|Avg: $40

100%

#173

Radeon R7 PRO A8-9600

MSRP: $119|Avg: $86

98%

#175

Radeon Pro 560

MSRP: $500|Avg: $150

97%

#176

Radeon Pro 460

MSRP: $500|Avg: $150

97%

#180

Radeon R7 PRO A10-9700E

MSRP: $139|Avg: $85

93%

#181

FirePro M5950

MSRP: $200|Avg: $200

92%

#183

Radeon Pro WX 7130

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $200

90%

#184

FirePro W7100

MSRP: $799|Avg: $114

89%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Quadro K2200 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.3% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (4 GB vs 2 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GRID M6-8Q.

Insight	GRID M6-8Q	Quadro K2200
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.3%)	✅Leading raw performance (+0.3%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Maxwell (2014−2017))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+100%)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The Quadro K2200 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Quadro K2200 holds the technical lead. Priced at $40 (vs $100), it costs 60% less, resulting in a 150.8% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GRID M6-8Q	Quadro K2200
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+150.8%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($100)	✅More affordable ($40)

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.

GRID M6-8Q Benchmark Check

Quadro K2200 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GRID M6-8Q and Quadro K2200

GRID M6-8Q

The GRID M6-8Q is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in August 30 2015. It features the Maxwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 722 MHz. It has 1536 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 100W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,568 points.

Quadro K2200

The Quadro K2200 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in July 22 2014. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 1046 MHz to 1124 MHz. It has 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 68W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,580 points. Launch price was $395.75.

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Graphics Performance

The GRID M6-8Q scores 3,568 and the Quadro K2200 reaches 3,580 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.3% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GRID M6-8Q is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the Quadro K2200 uses Maxwell, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 1,536 (GRID M6-8Q) vs 640 (Quadro K2200). Raw compute: 2.218 TFLOPS (GRID M6-8Q) vs 1.439 TFLOPS (Quadro K2200).

Feature	GRID M6-8Q	Quadro K2200
G3D Mark Score	3,568	3,580
Architecture	Maxwell 2.0	Maxwell
Process Node	28 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	1536+140%	640
Compute (TFLOPS)	2.218 TFLOPS+54%	1.439 TFLOPS
ROPs	64+300%	16
TMUs	96+140%	40
L1 Cache	576 KB+80%	320 KB
L2 Cache	2 MB	2 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GRID M6-8Q	Quadro K2200
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GRID M6-8Q comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the Quadro K2200 has 4 GB. The Quadro K2200 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit.

Feature	GRID M6-8Q	Quadro K2200
VRAM Capacity	2 GB	4 GB+100%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	64-bit
L2 Cache	2 MB	2 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12_1 (GRID M6-8Q) vs 12 (11_0) (Quadro K2200). Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 4.

Feature	GRID M6-8Q	Quadro K2200
DirectX	12_1	12 (11_0)
Max Displays	0	4

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Power & Dimensions

The GRID M6-8Q draws 100W versus the Quadro K2200's 68W — a 38.1% difference. The Quadro K2200 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID M6-8Q) vs 350W (Quadro K2200). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 1mm vs 203mm, occupying 0 vs 1 slots.

Feature	GRID M6-8Q	Quadro K2200
TDP	100W	68W-32%
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	PCIe-powered
Length	1mm	203mm
Height	—	111mm
Slots	0-100%	1
Temp (Load)	—	75°C
Perf/Watt	35.7	52.6+47%

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Value Analysis

The GRID M6-8Q launched at $1500 MSRP and currently averages $100, while the Quadro K2200 launched at $500 and now averages $40. The Quadro K2200 costs 60% less ($60 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 35.7 (GRID M6-8Q) vs 89.5 (Quadro K2200) — the Quadro K2200 offers 150.7% better value. The GRID M6-8Q is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2014).