GRID M60-0Q vs Intel UHD Graphics 617
GRID M60-0Q
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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.
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Performance Comparison
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⚠️ Generational Difference
The Intel UHD Graphics 617 uses modern memory architecture. The Intel UHD Graphics 617 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GRID M60-0Q lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GRID M60-0Q is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1% higher G3D Mark score and 100+% more VRAM (512 MB vs 0 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Intel UHD Graphics 617.
| Insight | GRID M60-0Q | Intel UHD Graphics 617 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+1%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / Generation 9.5 (2016−2020)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+100+%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (267mm) | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the GRID M60-0Q 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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of GRID M60-0Q and Intel UHD Graphics 617
GRID M60-0Q
The GRID M60-0Q 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: 827 points.
Intel UHD Graphics 617
The Intel UHD Graphics 617 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in November 7 2018. It features the Generation 9.5 architecture. The core clock ranges from 300 MHz to 1050 MHz. It has 192 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 819 points.
Graphics Performance
The GRID M60-0Q scores 827 and the Intel UHD Graphics 617 reaches 819 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GRID M60-0Q is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the Intel UHD Graphics 617 uses Generation 9.5, both on 28 nm vs 14 nm. Shader units: 2,048 (GRID M60-0Q) vs 192 (Intel UHD Graphics 617). Raw compute: 4.825 TFLOPS (GRID M60-0Q) vs 0.4032 TFLOPS (Intel UHD Graphics 617). Boost clocks: 1178 MHz vs 1050 MHz.
| Feature | GRID M60-0Q | Intel UHD Graphics 617 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 827 | 819 |
| Architecture | Maxwell 2.0 | Generation 9.5 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 14 nm |
| Shading Units | 2048+967% | 192 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 4.825 TFLOPS+1097% | 0.4032 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 1178 MHz+12% | 1050 MHz |
| ROPs | 64+2033% | 3 |
| TMUs | 128+433% | 24 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GRID M60-0Q | Intel UHD Graphics 617 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GRID M60-0Q comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the Intel UHD Graphics 617 has 0 MB. The GRID M60-0Q offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs System.
| Feature | GRID M60-0Q | Intel UHD Graphics 617 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | Shared System RAM |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | Shared |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | System |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12_1 (GRID M60-0Q) vs 12_1 (Intel UHD Graphics 617). Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 0.
| Feature | GRID M60-0Q | Intel UHD Graphics 617 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12_1 | 12_1 |
| Max Displays | 0 | 0 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC 6th Gen (GRID M60-0Q) vs QuickSync (Intel UHD Graphics 617). Decoder: NVDEC 3rd Gen vs QuickSync.
| Feature | GRID M60-0Q | Intel UHD Graphics 617 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 6th Gen | QuickSync |
| Decoder | NVDEC 3rd Gen | QuickSync |
Power & Dimensions
The GRID M60-0Q draws 225W versus the Intel UHD Graphics 617's 15W — a 175% difference. The Intel UHD Graphics 617 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID M60-0Q) vs 1W (Intel UHD Graphics 617). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs Integrated. Card length: 267mm vs 1mm, occupying 2 vs 0 slots.
| Feature | GRID M60-0Q | Intel UHD Graphics 617 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 225W | 15W-93% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 1W-100% |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | Integrated |
| Length | 267mm | 1mm |
| Slots | 2 | 0-100% |
| Perf/Watt | 3.7 | 54.6+1376% |
Value Analysis
The GRID M60-0Q launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $500, while the Intel UHD Graphics 617 launched at $0 and now averages $0. The Intel UHD Graphics 617 costs 100+% less ($500 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 1.7 (GRID M60-0Q) vs Infinity (Intel UHD Graphics 617) — the Intel UHD Graphics 617 offers Infinity% better value. The Intel UHD Graphics 617 is the newer GPU (2018 vs 2015).
| Feature | GRID M60-0Q | Intel UHD Graphics 617 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $0 | $0 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $500 | $0-100% |
| Performance per Dollar | 1.7 | Infinity |
| Codename | GM204 | Amber Lake GT2 |
| Release | August 30 2015 | November 7 2018 |
| Ranking | #433 | #921 |
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