GRID P100-8Q vs GRID T4-1Q

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 GRID T4-1Q is on rank 304, so the GRID T4-1Q 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 GRID T4-1Q

#116

Radeon Pro SSG

MSRP: $6999|Avg: $1500

89%

#289

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

8394%

#304

GRID T4-1Q

MSRP: $1880|Avg: $600

100%

#305

NVS 310

MSRP: $159|Avg: $10

98%

#306

GRID M60-2Q

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150

98%

#307

FirePro 3D V3750

MSRP: $199|Avg: $25

97%

#309

NVS 810

MSRP: $700|Avg: $80

97%

#310

GRID P40-2Q

MSRP: $5699|Avg: $340

95%

#311

Quadro 2000D

MSRP: $599|Avg: $40

93%

#312

FirePro 3D V8800

MSRP: $1499|Avg: $30

93%

#313

Quadro K5000

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $60

91%

#314

Quadro 2000

MSRP: $599|Avg: $25

90%

#315

FirePro S7150

MSRP: $2399|Avg: $459

89%

#317

FirePro W9000

MSRP: $3999|Avg: $150

88%

#318

GRID M60-4Q

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $120

87%

#319

FirePro V8800

MSRP: $1499|Avg: $100

86%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GRID T4-1Q is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.1% higher G3D Mark score. 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	GRID T4-1Q
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.1%)	✅Leading raw performance (+1.1%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Maxwell (2014−2017))	🛑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 P100-8Q offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GRID P100-8Q holds the technical lead. Priced at $550 (vs $600), it costs 8% less, resulting in a 7.9% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GRID P100-8Q	GRID T4-1Q
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+7.9%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($550)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($600)

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

GRID T4-1Q Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GRID P100-8Q and GRID T4-1Q

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.

GRID T4-1Q

The GRID T4-1Q 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: 3,303 points.

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Graphics Performance

The GRID P100-8Q scores 3,267 and the GRID T4-1Q reaches 3,303 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GRID P100-8Q is built on Maxwell while the GRID T4-1Q uses Maxwell 2.0, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 640 (GRID P100-8Q) vs 2,048 (GRID T4-1Q). Raw compute: 1.672 TFLOPS (GRID P100-8Q) vs 4.825 TFLOPS (GRID T4-1Q). Boost clocks: 1306 MHz vs 1178 MHz.

Feature	GRID P100-8Q	GRID T4-1Q
G3D Mark Score	3,267	3,303+1%
Architecture	Maxwell	Maxwell 2.0
Process Node	28 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	640	2048+220%
Compute (TFLOPS)	1.672 TFLOPS	4.825 TFLOPS+189%
Boost Clock	1306 MHz+11%	1178 MHz
ROPs	16	64+300%
TMUs	40	128+220%
L1 Cache	320 KB	768 KB+140%
L2 Cache	2 MB	2 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GRID P100-8Q	GRID T4-1Q
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

Both cards feature 2 GB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit.

Feature	GRID P100-8Q	GRID T4-1Q
VRAM Capacity	2 GB	2 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	64-bit
L2 Cache	2 MB	2 MB

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Power & Dimensions

The GRID P100-8Q draws 225W versus the GRID T4-1Q's 225W — a 0% difference. The GRID T4-1Q is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID P100-8Q) vs 350W (GRID T4-1Q). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.

Feature	GRID P100-8Q	GRID T4-1Q
TDP	225W	225W
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	PCIe-powered
Length	—	1mm
Slots	—	0
Perf/Watt	14.5	14.7+1%

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Value Analysis

The GRID P100-8Q launched at $7374 MSRP and currently averages $550, while the GRID T4-1Q launched at $1880 and now averages $600. The GRID P100-8Q costs 8.3% less ($50 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 5.9 (GRID P100-8Q) vs 5.5 (GRID T4-1Q) — the GRID P100-8Q offers 7.3% better value. The GRID P100-8Q is the newer GPU (2016 vs 2015).