GRID M60-8Q vs GeForce GTX 570

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.

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Performance Per Dollar

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Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 570 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.2% higher G3D Mark score and 25% more VRAM (3 GB vs 2 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GRID M60-8Q.

Insight	GRID M60-8Q	GeForce GTX 570
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.2%)	✅Leading raw performance (+1.2%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi 2.0 (2010−2014))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+25%)
Efficiency	Normal Efficiency	Normal Efficiency
Case Fit	—	Standard Size (267mm)

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 570 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 570 holds the technical lead. Priced at $25 (vs $500), it costs 95% less, resulting in a 1923.7% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GRID M60-8Q	GeForce GTX 570
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+1923.7%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($500)	✅More affordable ($25)

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 M60-8Q Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 570 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GRID M60-8Q and GeForce GTX 570

GRID M60-8Q

The GRID M60-8Q 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: 3,884 points.

GeForce GTX 570

The GeForce GTX 570 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in December 7 2010. It features the Fermi 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 732 MHz. It has 480 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 219W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,930 points. Launch price was $349.

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Graphics Performance

The GRID M60-8Q scores 3,884 and the GeForce GTX 570 reaches 3,930 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GRID M60-8Q is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the GeForce GTX 570 uses Fermi 2.0, both on 28 nm vs 40 nm. Shader units: 2,048 (GRID M60-8Q) vs 480 (GeForce GTX 570). Raw compute: 4.825 TFLOPS (GRID M60-8Q) vs 1.405 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 570).

Feature	GRID M60-8Q	GeForce GTX 570
G3D Mark Score	3,884	3,930+1%
Architecture	Maxwell 2.0	Fermi 2.0
Process Node	28 nm	40 nm
Shading Units	2048+327%	480
Compute (TFLOPS)	4.825 TFLOPS+243%	1.405 TFLOPS
ROPs	64+60%	40
TMUs	128+113%	60
L1 Cache	768 KB	960 KB+25%
L2 Cache	2 MB+217%	0.63 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GRID M60-8Q	GeForce GTX 570
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 M60-8Q comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 570 has 3 GB. The GeForce GTX 570 offers 25% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 320-bit. L2 Cache: 2 MB (GRID M60-8Q) vs 0.63 MB (GeForce GTX 570) — the GRID M60-8Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GRID M60-8Q	GeForce GTX 570
VRAM Capacity	2 GB	2.5 GB+25%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	320-bit+400%
L2 Cache	2 MB+217%	0.63 MB

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Power & Dimensions

The GRID M60-8Q draws 225W versus the GeForce GTX 570's 219W — a 2.7% difference. The GeForce GTX 570 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID M60-8Q) vs 550W (GeForce GTX 570). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 2x 6-pin.

Feature	GRID M60-8Q	GeForce GTX 570
TDP	225W	219W-3%
Recommended PSU	350W-36%	550W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	2x 6-pin
Length	—	267mm
Slots	—	2
Perf/Watt	17.3	17.9+3%

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Value Analysis

The GRID M60-8Q launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $500, while the GeForce GTX 570 launched at $349 and now averages $25. The GeForce GTX 570 costs 95% less ($475 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 7.8 (GRID M60-8Q) vs 157.2 (GeForce GTX 570) — the GeForce GTX 570 offers 1915.4% better value. The GRID M60-8Q is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2010).