GRID M60-8A vs GeForce GTX 690

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. The GRID M60-8A is positioned at rank #280 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. 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 GRID M60-8A

#110

Quadro GV100

MSRP: $8999|Avg: $8999

95%

#111

Tesla P40

MSRP: $5699|Avg: $150

94%

#112

GRID RTX6000-1Q

MSRP: $6299|Avg: $1500

90%

#113

Quadro RTX 8000

MSRP: $9999|Avg: $9999

90%

#264

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

6685%

#279

GRID P6-4Q

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $150

100%

#280

GRID M60-8A

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $120

100%

#282

Quadro K4000

MSRP: $1269|Avg: $100

97%

#284

GRID P4-2Q

MSRP: $1500|Avg: $235

95%

#286

Tesla C2070

MSRP: $1499|Avg: $38

94%

#288

Quadro 2000 D

MSRP: $599|Avg: $35

94%

#289

FirePro V5900

MSRP: $599|Avg: $15

93%

#290

FirePro S9000

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $156

91%

#293

GRID P40-4Q

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150

90%

#294

RTXA5000-8Q

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $2500

89%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 690 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.2% higher G3D Mark score. However, the GRID M60-8A offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.

Insight	GRID M60-8A	GeForce GTX 690
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.2%)	✅Leading raw performance (+0.2%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / Kepler (2012−2018))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	✅ More VRAM (+100%)	❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	Standard Size (279mm)

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 690 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 690 holds the technical lead. Priced at $45 (vs $120), it costs 63% less, resulting in a 167.3% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GRID M60-8A	GeForce GTX 690
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+167.3%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($120)	✅More affordable ($45)

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 M60-8A Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 690 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GRID M60-8A and GeForce GTX 690

GRID M60-8A

The GRID M60-8A 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: 5,523 points.

GeForce GTX 690

The GeForce GTX 690 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 3 2012. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 915 MHz to 1019 MHz. It has 3072 ×2 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 300W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 5,536 points. Launch price was $999.

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Graphics Performance

The GRID M60-8A scores 5,523 and the GeForce GTX 690 reaches 5,536 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GRID M60-8A is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the GeForce GTX 690 uses Kepler, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 2,048 (GRID M60-8A) vs 3,072 (GeForce GTX 690). Raw compute: 4.825 TFLOPS (GRID M60-8A) vs 3.13 TFLOPS ×2 (GeForce GTX 690). Boost clocks: 1178 MHz vs 1019 MHz.

Feature	GRID M60-8A	GeForce GTX 690
G3D Mark Score	5,523	5,536
Architecture	Maxwell 2.0	Kepler
Process Node	28 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	2048	3072 ×2+50%
Compute (TFLOPS)	4.825 TFLOPS+54%	3.13 TFLOPS ×2
Boost Clock	1178 MHz+16%	1019 MHz
ROPs	64+100%	32 ×2
TMUs	128	128 ×2
L1 Cache	768 KB+500%	128 KB
L2 Cache	2 MB+300%	0.5 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GRID M60-8A	GeForce GTX 690
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 2.1 (Compatible)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	FSR 3 (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GRID M60-8A comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 690 has 2 GB. The GRID M60-8A offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 256-bit x2. L2 Cache: 2 MB (GRID M60-8A) vs 0.5 MB (GeForce GTX 690) — the GRID M60-8A has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GRID M60-8A	GeForce GTX 690
VRAM Capacity	4 GB+100%	2 GB
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR5
Bus Width	128-bit	256-bit x2+100%
L2 Cache	2 MB+300%	0.5 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12_1 (GRID M60-8A) vs 12_0 (GeForce GTX 690). Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 4.

Feature	GRID M60-8A	GeForce GTX 690
DirectX	12_1	12_0
Max Displays	0	4

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Power & Dimensions

The GRID M60-8A draws 225W versus the GeForce GTX 690's 300W — a 28.6% difference. The GRID M60-8A is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID M60-8A) vs 650W (GeForce GTX 690). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 2x 8-pin. Card length: 1mm vs 279mm, occupying 0 vs 2 slots.

Feature	GRID M60-8A	GeForce GTX 690
TDP	225W-25%	300W
Recommended PSU	350W-46%	650W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	2x 8-pin
Length	1mm	279mm
Slots	0-100%	2
Perf/Watt	24.5+32%	18.5

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Value Analysis

The GRID M60-8A launched at $2500 MSRP and currently averages $120, while the GeForce GTX 690 launched at $999 and now averages $45. The GeForce GTX 690 costs 62.5% less ($75 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 46.0 (GRID M60-8A) vs 123.0 (GeForce GTX 690) — the GeForce GTX 690 offers 167.4% better value. The GRID M60-8A is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2012).