GRID P100-8Q vs GeForce GTX 680M

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 P100-8Q is positioned at rank 384 and the GeForce GTX 680M is on rank 105, so the GeForce GTX 680M 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 P100-8Q

#369

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

33575%

#384

GRID P100-8Q

MSRP: $7374|Avg: $550

100%

#385

Quadro FX 350

MSRP: $199|Avg: $15

98%

#386

Quadro FX 550

MSRP: $150|Avg: $10

98%

#387

GRID V100D-8Q

MSRP: $10000|Avg: $10000

95%

#388

Tesla M2070

MSRP: $3099|Avg: $50

95%

#389

GRID M10-0Q

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $150

91%

#390

Quadro FX 560

MSRP: $299|Avg: $15

86%

#391

GRID V100-2Q

MSRP: $10000|Avg: $2000

86%

#392

Quadro FX 5800

MSRP: $3499|Avg: $40

80%

#393

FireStream 9170

MSRP: $1999|Avg: $20

73%

#394

RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q

MSRP: $8565|Avg: $8565

73%

#395

Quadro FX 1700

MSRP: $699|Avg: $500

70%

#396

GRID P40-6Q

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150

68%

#397

Quadro FX 540

MSRP: $299|Avg: $15

61%

#398

Quadro 7000

MSRP: $14499|Avg: $300

55%

#399

Quadro FX 1500

MSRP: $699|Avg: $30

55%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar GeForce GTX 680M

#30

Radeon 8050S

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

99%

#31

Radeon RX 8050S

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

99%

#95

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

265%

#97

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

240%

#98

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

240%

#102

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

218%

#103

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

216%

#105

GeForce GTX 680M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

100%

#106

Radeon HD 7470M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $12

100%

#110

GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

98%

#114

Radeon RX 470 (móvel)

MSRP: $179|Avg: $40

95%

#116

GeForce GTX 880M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

93%

#117

GeForce MX570

MSRP: $150|Avg: $120

93%

#118

Radeon RX 6500

MSRP: $199|Avg: $150

93%

#119

GeForce 825M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $30

93%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 680M is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.3% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (4 GB vs 2 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GRID P100-8Q.

Insight	GRID P100-8Q	GeForce GTX 680M
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.3%)	✅Leading raw performance (+0.3%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Maxwell (2014−2017))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / Kepler (2012−2018))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+100%)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	—	—

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 680M offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 680M holds the technical lead. Priced at $50 (vs $550), it costs 91% less, resulting in a 1003.4% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GRID P100-8Q	GeForce GTX 680M
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+1003.4%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($550)	✅More affordable ($50)

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 P100-8Q Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 680M Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GRID P100-8Q and GeForce GTX 680M

GRID P100-8Q

The GRID P100-8Q is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 18 2016. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 1033 MHz to 1306 MHz. It has 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 225W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,267 points.

GeForce GTX 680M

The GeForce GTX 680M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in June 4 2012. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 719 MHz to 758 MHz. It has 1344 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 100W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,277 points. Launch price was $310.50.

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Graphics Performance

The GRID P100-8Q scores 3,267 and the GeForce GTX 680M reaches 3,277 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.3% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GRID P100-8Q is built on Maxwell while the GeForce GTX 680M uses Kepler, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 640 (GRID P100-8Q) vs 1,344 (GeForce GTX 680M). Raw compute: 1.672 TFLOPS (GRID P100-8Q) vs 2.038 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 680M). Boost clocks: 1306 MHz vs 758 MHz.

Feature	GRID P100-8Q	GeForce GTX 680M
G3D Mark Score	3,267	3,277
Architecture	Maxwell	Kepler
Process Node	28 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	640	1344+110%
Compute (TFLOPS)	1.672 TFLOPS	2.038 TFLOPS+22%
Boost Clock	1306 MHz+72%	758 MHz
ROPs	16	32+100%
TMUs	40	112+180%
L1 Cache	320 KB+186%	112 KB
L2 Cache	2 MB+300%	0.5 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GRID P100-8Q	GeForce GTX 680M
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 P100-8Q comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 680M has 4 GB. The GeForce GTX 680M offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 2 MB (GRID P100-8Q) vs 0.5 MB (GeForce GTX 680M) — the GRID P100-8Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GRID P100-8Q	GeForce GTX 680M
VRAM Capacity	2 GB	4 GB+100%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	128-bit+100%
L2 Cache	2 MB+300%	0.5 MB

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Power & Dimensions

The GRID P100-8Q draws 225W versus the GeForce GTX 680M's 100W — a 76.9% difference. The GeForce GTX 680M is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID P100-8Q) vs 350W (GeForce GTX 680M). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 1x 6-pin.

Feature	GRID P100-8Q	GeForce GTX 680M
TDP	225W	100W-56%
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	1x 6-pin
Slots	—	0
Temp (Load)	—	81°C
Perf/Watt	14.5	32.8+126%

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 680M costs 90.9% less ($500 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 5.9 (GRID P100-8Q) vs 65.5 (GeForce GTX 680M) — the GeForce GTX 680M offers 1010.2% better value. The GRID P100-8Q is the newer GPU (2016 vs 2012).