GRID M6-8Q vs T400

GRID M6-8Q

2015Core: 722 MHz

T400

2021Core: 420 MHzBoost: 1425 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

GRID M6-8Q

100

3,568

0.0%

GeForce RTX 2070 (móvel)

GeForce RTX 3060 12GB

GeForce RTX 2080 Ti

T400

3,609

+1.1%

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 T400 is on rank 80, so the T400 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 T400

#38

Radeon PRO W6600X

MSRP: $699|Avg: $699

94%

#41

Quadro RTX 3000 (móvel)

MSRP: $600|Avg: $600

90%

#42

Radeon Pro W5700

MSRP: $799|Avg: $300

90%

#43

Radeon Pro W5700X

MSRP: $999|Avg: $999

88%

#44

RTX A4000

MSRP: $1111|Avg: $1111

87%

#45

RTX PRO 2000 Blackwell

MSRP: $849|Avg: $748

84%

#46

Quadro RTX 4000

MSRP: $899|Avg: $220

83%

#65

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

737%

#80

T400

MSRP: $180|Avg: $179

100%

#86

Quadro P3200

MSRP: $500|Avg: $63

86%

#89

Quadro P2000

MSRP: $425|Avg: $190

82%

#90

Quadro T1000

MSRP: $400|Avg: $425

81%

#93

Radeon Pro 580

MSRP: $500|Avg: $150

77%

#94

T1000 8GB

MSRP: $500|Avg: $380

77%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The T400 is significantly newer (2021 vs 2015). The T400 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GRID M6-8Q lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The T400 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.1% 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	T400
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.1%)	✅Leading raw performance (+1.1%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019))	Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)
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	—

💎 Value Proposition

The GRID M6-8Q offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $100 versus $179 for the T400, it costs 44% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 77% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GRID M6-8Q	T400
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+77%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($100)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($179)

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

T400 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GRID M6-8Q and T400

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.

T400

The T400 is manufactured by an unknown manufacturer. It was released in May 6 2021. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 420 MHz to 1425 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 30W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,609 points.

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Graphics Performance

The GRID M6-8Q scores 3,568 and the T400 reaches 3,609 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GRID M6-8Q is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the T400 uses Turing, both on 28 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 1,536 (GRID M6-8Q) vs 384 (T400). Raw compute: 2.218 TFLOPS (GRID M6-8Q) vs 1.094 TFLOPS (T400).

Feature	GRID M6-8Q	T400
G3D Mark Score	3,568	3,609+1%
Architecture	Maxwell 2.0	Turing
Process Node	28 nm	12 nm
Shading Units	1536+300%	384
Compute (TFLOPS)	2.218 TFLOPS+103%	1.094 TFLOPS
ROPs	64+300%	16
TMUs	96+300%	24
L1 Cache	576 KB+50%	384 KB
L2 Cache	2 MB+100%	1 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GRID M6-8Q	T400
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 T400 has 4 GB. The T400 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 2 MB (GRID M6-8Q) vs 1 MB (T400) — the GRID M6-8Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GRID M6-8Q	T400
VRAM Capacity	2 GB	4 GB+100%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	64-bit
L2 Cache	2 MB+100%	1 MB

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Power & Dimensions

The GRID M6-8Q draws 100W versus the T400's 30W — a 107.7% difference. The T400 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID M6-8Q) vs 350W (T400). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.

Feature	GRID M6-8Q	T400
TDP	100W	30W-70%
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	PCIe-powered
Length	1mm	—
Slots	0	—
Perf/Watt	35.7	120.3+237%

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Value Analysis

The GRID M6-8Q launched at $1500 MSRP and currently averages $100, while the T400 launched at $180 and now averages $179. The GRID M6-8Q costs 44.1% less ($79 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 35.7 (GRID M6-8Q) vs 20.2 (T400) — the GRID M6-8Q offers 76.7% better value. The T400 is the newer GPU (2021 vs 2015).