GRID M60-2Q
VS
GRID P4-8Q

GRID M60-2Q vs GRID P4-8Q

GRID M60-2Q

2015Core: 557 MHzBoost: 1178 MHz
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GRID P4-8Q

2015Core: 722 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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The GRID M60-2Q is positioned at rank 305 and the GRID P4-8Q is on rank 261, so the GRID P4-8Q 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 M60-2Q

#116
Radeon Pro SSG
MSRP: $6999|Avg: $1500
91%
#289
Tesla K20m
MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55
8539%
#304
NVS 310
MSRP: $159|Avg: $10
100%
#305
GRID M60-2Q
MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150
100%
#307
FirePro 3D V3750
MSRP: $199|Avg: $25
99%
#308
NVS 810
MSRP: $700|Avg: $80
98%
#309
GRID P40-2Q
MSRP: $5699|Avg: $340
97%
#310
Quadro 2000D
MSRP: $599|Avg: $40
95%
#311
FirePro 3D V8800
MSRP: $1499|Avg: $30
94%
#312
Quadro K5000
MSRP: $2499|Avg: $60
92%
#313
Quadro 2000
MSRP: $599|Avg: $25
91%
#314
FirePro S7150
MSRP: $2399|Avg: $459
91%
#316
FirePro W9000
MSRP: $3999|Avg: $150
89%
#317
GRID M60-4Q
MSRP: $2500|Avg: $120
88%
#318
FirePro V8800
MSRP: $1499|Avg: $100
88%
#319
Quadro K6000
MSRP: $5265|Avg: $300
88%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar GRID P4-8Q

#107
Quadro P6000
MSRP: $5999|Avg: $1500
98%
#108
Quadro M6000
MSRP: $4999|Avg: $500
89%
#246
Tesla K20m
MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55
5596%
#261
GRID P4-8Q
MSRP: $2000|Avg: $200
100%
#262
Quadro K2000
MSRP: $599|Avg: $500
100%
#264
FirePro 3D V5800
MSRP: $479|Avg: $30
97%
#265
GRID M3-3020
MSRP: $1000|Avg: $50
95%
#266
GRID P40-8Q
MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150
95%
#267
GRID M40
MSRP: $1000|Avg: $100
95%
#268
FirePro V3800
MSRP: $129|Avg: $12
94%
#269
FirePro V5800
MSRP: $479|Avg: $15
94%
#270
FirePro 3D V7800
MSRP: $759|Avg: $40
93%
#271
FirePro S9050
MSRP: $1999|Avg: $1825
93%
#272
FirePro R5000
MSRP: $1099|Avg: $150
91%
#273
GRID M6-8Q
MSRP: $1500|Avg: $100
90%
#276
GRID K120Q
MSRP: $125|Avg: $20
89%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GRID P4-8Q is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.5% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GRID M60-2Q.

InsightGRID M60-2QGRID P4-8Q
Performance
Lower raw frame rates (-1.5%)
Leading raw performance (+1.5%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019))
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019))
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM
❌ Less VRAM capacity
✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency
⚡ Higher Power Consumption
💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit

💎 Value Proposition

The GRID M60-2Q offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GRID M60-2Q holds the technical lead. Priced at $150 (vs $200), it costs 25% less, resulting in a 31.3% higher cost efficiency score.

InsightGRID M60-2QGRID P4-8Q
Cost Efficiency
Better overall value (+31.3%)
Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost
More affordable ($150)
⚠️Higher upfront cost ($200)

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 M60-2Q and GRID P4-8Q

NVIDIA

GRID M60-2Q

The GRID M60-2Q 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: 5,203 points.

NVIDIA

GRID P4-8Q

The GRID P4-8Q 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: 5,283 points.

Graphics Performance

The GRID M60-2Q scores 5,203 and the GRID P4-8Q reaches 5,283 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.5% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GRID M60-2Q is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the GRID P4-8Q uses Maxwell 2.0, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 2,048 (GRID M60-2Q) vs 1,536 (GRID P4-8Q). Raw compute: 4.825 TFLOPS (GRID M60-2Q) vs 2.218 TFLOPS (GRID P4-8Q).

FeatureGRID M60-2QGRID P4-8Q
G3D Mark Score
5,203
5,283+2%
Architecture
Maxwell 2.0
Maxwell 2.0
Process Node
28 nm
28 nm
Shading Units
2048+33%
1536
Compute (TFLOPS)
4.825 TFLOPS+118%
2.218 TFLOPS
ROPs
64
64
TMUs
128+33%
96
L1 Cache
768 KB+33%
576 KB
L2 Cache
2 MB
2 MB

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureGRID M60-2QGRID P4-8Q
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)

Both cards feature 4 GB of GDDR6. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit.

FeatureGRID M60-2QGRID P4-8Q
VRAM Capacity
4 GB
4 GB
Memory Type
GDDR6
GDDR6
Bus Width
128-bit
128-bit
L2 Cache
2 MB
2 MB
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Power & Dimensions

The GRID M60-2Q draws 225W versus the GRID P4-8Q's 100W — a 76.9% difference. The GRID P4-8Q is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID M60-2Q) vs 350W (GRID P4-8Q). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.

FeatureGRID M60-2QGRID P4-8Q
TDP
225W
100W-56%
Recommended PSU
350W
350W
Power Connector
PCIe-powered
PCIe-powered
Perf/Watt
23.1
52.8+129%
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Value Analysis

The GRID M60-2Q launched at $3000 MSRP and currently averages $150, while the GRID P4-8Q launched at $2000 and now averages $200. The GRID M60-2Q costs 25% less ($50 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 34.7 (GRID M60-2Q) vs 26.4 (GRID P4-8Q) — the GRID M60-2Q offers 31.4% better value.

FeatureGRID M60-2QGRID P4-8Q
MSRP
$3000
$2000-33%
Avg Price (30d)
$150-25%
$200
Performance per Dollar
34.7+31%
26.4
Codename
GM204
GM204
Release
August 30 2015
August 30 2015
Ranking
#433
#535