GRID M60-0Q vs Quadro FX 3800

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.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar Quadro FX 3800

#331

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

14343%

#346

FirePro V8700

MSRP: $1499|Avg: $170

100%

#347

Quadro FX 3800

MSRP: $799|Avg: $20

100%

#349

GRID K520

MSRP: $3599|Avg: $50

95%

#350

GRID P40-12Q

MSRP: $5699|Avg: $5699

94%

#351

FirePro 2270

MSRP: $149|Avg: $30

92%

#352

FirePro 2460

MSRP: $180|Avg: $10

91%

#354

FirePro 3D V5700

MSRP: $599|Avg: $25

88%

#355

Quadro FX 580

MSRP: $199|Avg: $500

88%

#356

GRID M60-1B

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $120

87%

#358

FireStream 9270

MSRP: $1499|Avg: $20

86%

#359

Quadro 400

MSRP: $169|Avg: $500

85%

#360

FirePro 2260

MSRP: $129|Avg: $15

85%

#361

Quadro FX 380 LP

MSRP: $169|Avg: $15

83%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The GRID M60-0Q is significantly newer (2015 vs 2008). The GRID M60-0Q likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Quadro FX 3800 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 0.4% higher G3D Mark score. However, the Quadro FX 3800 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.

Insight	GRID M60-0Q	Quadro FX 3800
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+0.4%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.4%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2008 / Tesla 2.0 (2007−2013))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+100%)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	Standard Size (267mm)	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The Quadro FX 3800 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Quadro FX 3800 holds the technical lead. Priced at $20 (vs $500), it costs 96% less, resulting in a 2390.9% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GRID M60-0Q	Quadro FX 3800
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+2390.9%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($500)	✅More affordable ($20)

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 M60-0Q Benchmark Check

Quadro FX 3800 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GRID M60-0Q and Quadro FX 3800

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.

Quadro FX 3800

The Quadro FX 3800 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in November 11 2008. It features the Tesla 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 610 MHz. It has 240 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 189W. Manufactured using 55 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 824 points. Launch price was $3,499.

⚡

Graphics Performance

The GRID M60-0Q scores 827 and the Quadro FX 3800 reaches 824 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.4% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GRID M60-0Q is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the Quadro FX 3800 uses Tesla 2.0, both on 28 nm vs 55 nm. Shader units: 2,048 (GRID M60-0Q) vs 240 (Quadro FX 3800). Raw compute: 4.825 TFLOPS (GRID M60-0Q) vs 0.6221 TFLOPS (Quadro FX 3800).

Feature	GRID M60-0Q	Quadro FX 3800
G3D Mark Score	827	824
Architecture	Maxwell 2.0	Tesla 2.0
Process Node	28 nm	55 nm
Shading Units	2048+753%	240
Compute (TFLOPS)	4.825 TFLOPS+676%	0.6221 TFLOPS
ROPs	64+100%	32
TMUs	128+60%	80
L2 Cache	2 MB+700%	0.25 MB

✨

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GRID M60-0Q	Quadro FX 3800
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 Quadro FX 3800 has 1 GB. The Quadro FX 3800 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 2 MB (GRID M60-0Q) vs 0.25 MB (Quadro FX 3800) — the GRID M60-0Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GRID M60-0Q	Quadro FX 3800
VRAM Capacity	0.5 GB	1 GB+100%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	64-bit
L2 Cache	2 MB+700%	0.25 MB

🖥️

Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12_1 (GRID M60-0Q) vs 10_0 (Quadro FX 3800). Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 2.

Feature	GRID M60-0Q	Quadro FX 3800
DirectX	12_1+20%	10_0
Max Displays	0	2

🎬

Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 6th Gen (GRID M60-0Q) vs PureVideo HD (Quadro FX 3800). Decoder: NVDEC 3rd Gen vs PureVideo HD.

Feature	GRID M60-0Q	Quadro FX 3800
Encoder	NVENC 6th Gen	PureVideo HD
Decoder	NVDEC 3rd Gen	PureVideo HD

🔌

Power & Dimensions

The GRID M60-0Q draws 225W versus the Quadro FX 3800's 189W — a 17.4% difference. The Quadro FX 3800 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID M60-0Q) vs 350W (Quadro FX 3800). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 267mm vs 1mm, occupying 2 vs 1 slots.

Feature	GRID M60-0Q	Quadro FX 3800
TDP	225W	189W-16%
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	PCIe-powered
Length	267mm	1mm
Slots	2	1-50%
Perf/Watt	3.7	4.4+19%

💰

Value Analysis

The GRID M60-0Q launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $500, while the Quadro FX 3800 launched at $799 and now averages $20. The Quadro FX 3800 costs 96% less ($480 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 1.7 (GRID M60-0Q) vs 41.2 (Quadro FX 3800) — the Quadro FX 3800 offers 2323.5% better value. The GRID M60-0Q is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2008).