GRID M60-8A vs GRID P40-12Q
GRID M60-8A
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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 M60-8A is positioned at rank 280 and the GRID P40-12Q is on rank 351, so the GRID M60-8A offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GRID M60-8A
Performance Per Dollar GRID P40-12Q
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GRID P40-12Q is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.3% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GRID M60-8A.
| Insight | GRID M60-8A | GRID P40-12Q |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.3%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.3%) |
| 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 | Normal Efficiency | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The GRID M60-8A offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GRID M60-8A holds the technical lead. Priced at $120 (vs $5,699), it costs 98% less, resulting in a 4634.6% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GRID M60-8A | GRID P40-12Q |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+4634.6%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($120) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($5,699) |
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 M60-8A and GRID P40-12Q
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.
GRID P40-12Q
The GRID P40-12Q 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: 5,540 points.
Graphics Performance
The GRID M60-8A scores 5,523 and the GRID P40-12Q reaches 5,540 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.3% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GRID M60-8A is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the GRID P40-12Q uses Maxwell 2.0, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 2,048 (GRID M60-8A) vs 2,048 (GRID P40-12Q). Raw compute: 4.825 TFLOPS (GRID M60-8A) vs 4.825 TFLOPS (GRID P40-12Q). Boost clocks: 1178 MHz vs 1178 MHz.
| Feature | GRID M60-8A | GRID P40-12Q |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 5,523 | 5,540 |
| Architecture | Maxwell 2.0 | Maxwell 2.0 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 2048 | 2048 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 4.825 TFLOPS | 4.825 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 1178 MHz | 1178 MHz |
| ROPs | 64 | 64 |
| TMUs | 128 | 128 |
| L1 Cache | 768 KB | 768 KB |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB | 2 MB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GRID M60-8A | GRID P40-12Q |
|---|---|---|
| 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.
| Feature | GRID M60-8A | GRID P40-12Q |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 128-bit |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB | 2 MB |
Power & Dimensions
The GRID M60-8A draws 225W versus the GRID P40-12Q's 225W — a 0% difference. The GRID P40-12Q is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID M60-8A) vs 350W (GRID P40-12Q). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | GRID M60-8A | GRID P40-12Q |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 225W | 225W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 1mm | — |
| Slots | 0 | — |
| Perf/Watt | 24.5 | 24.6 |
Value Analysis
The GRID M60-8A launched at $2500 MSRP and currently averages $120, while the GRID P40-12Q launched at $5699 and now averages $5699. The GRID M60-8A costs 97.9% less ($5579 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 46.0 (GRID M60-8A) vs 1.0 (GRID P40-12Q) — the GRID M60-8A offers 4500% better value.
| Feature | GRID M60-8A | GRID P40-12Q |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $2500-56% | $5699 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $120-98% | $5699 |
| Performance per Dollar | 46.0+4500% | 1.0 |
| Codename | GM204 | GM204 |
| Release | August 30 2015 | August 30 2015 |
| Ranking | #505 | #433 |
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