GRID M60-2Q vs Tesla K8
GRID M60-2Q
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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 Tesla K8 is on rank 208, so the Tesla K8 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GRID M60-2Q
Performance Per Dollar Tesla K8
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GRID M60-2Q is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.8% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Tesla K8.
| Insight | GRID M60-2Q | Tesla K8 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.8%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.8%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Kepler (2012−2018)) |
| 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 Tesla K8 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Tesla K8 holds the technical lead. Priced at $100 (vs $150), it costs 33% less, resulting in a 47.3% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GRID M60-2Q | Tesla K8 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+47.3%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($150) | ✅More affordable ($100) |
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.
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Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of GRID M60-2Q and Tesla K8
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.
Tesla K8
The Tesla K8 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in September 16 2014. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 693 MHz to 811 MHz. It has 1536 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 100W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 5,111 points.
Graphics Performance
The GRID M60-2Q scores 5,203 and the Tesla K8 reaches 5,111 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.8% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GRID M60-2Q is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the Tesla K8 uses Kepler, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 2,048 (GRID M60-2Q) vs 1,536 (Tesla K8). Raw compute: 4.825 TFLOPS (GRID M60-2Q) vs 2.491 TFLOPS (Tesla K8). Boost clocks: 1178 MHz vs 811 MHz.
| Feature | GRID M60-2Q | Tesla K8 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 5,203+2% | 5,111 |
| Architecture | Maxwell 2.0 | Kepler |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 2048+33% | 1536 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 4.825 TFLOPS+94% | 2.491 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 1178 MHz+45% | 811 MHz |
| ROPs | 64+100% | 32 |
| TMUs | 128 | 128 |
| L1 Cache | 768 KB+500% | 128 KB |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB+300% | 0.5 MB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GRID M60-2Q | Tesla K8 |
|---|---|---|
| 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)
Both cards feature 4 GB of GDDR6. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 2 MB (GRID M60-2Q) vs 0.5 MB (Tesla K8) — the GRID M60-2Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GRID M60-2Q | Tesla K8 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 128-bit |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB+300% | 0.5 MB |
Power & Dimensions
The GRID M60-2Q draws 225W versus the Tesla K8's 100W — a 76.9% difference. The Tesla K8 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID M60-2Q) vs 350W (Tesla K8). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | GRID M60-2Q | Tesla K8 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 225W | 100W-56% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | PCIe-powered |
| Perf/Watt | 23.1 | 51.1+121% |
Value Analysis
The GRID M60-2Q launched at $3000 MSRP and currently averages $150, while the Tesla K8 launched at $1000 and now averages $100. The Tesla K8 costs 33.3% less ($50 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 34.7 (GRID M60-2Q) vs 51.1 (Tesla K8) — the Tesla K8 offers 47.3% better value. The GRID M60-2Q is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2014).
| Feature | GRID M60-2Q | Tesla K8 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $3000 | $1000-67% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $150 | $100-33% |
| Performance per Dollar | 34.7 | 51.1+47% |
| Codename | GM204 | GK104 |
| Release | August 30 2015 | September 16 2014 |
| Ranking | #433 | #515 |
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