GRID P4-1Q vs GRID K140Q
GRID P4-1Q
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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 P4-1Q is positioned at rank 413 and the GRID K140Q is on rank 197, so the GRID K140Q offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GRID P4-1Q
Performance Per Dollar GRID K140Q
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GRID P4-1Q 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 K140Q.
| Insight | GRID P4-1Q | GRID K140Q |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.3%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.3%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | Normal Efficiency | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | — | Standard Size (267mm) |
💎 Value Proposition
The GRID P4-1Q offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GRID P4-1Q holds the technical lead. Priced at $185 (vs $500), it costs 63% less, resulting in a 171% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GRID P4-1Q | GRID K140Q |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+171%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($185) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($500) |
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 P4-1Q and GRID K140Q
GRID P4-1Q
The GRID P4-1Q 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: 730 points.
GRID K140Q
The GRID K140Q is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in June 28 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 745 MHz. It has 1536 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 225W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 728 points. Launch price was $469.
Graphics Performance
The GRID P4-1Q scores 730 and the GRID K140Q reaches 728 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.3% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GRID P4-1Q is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the GRID K140Q uses Kepler, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 2,048 (GRID P4-1Q) vs 1,536 (GRID K140Q). Raw compute: 4.825 TFLOPS (GRID P4-1Q) vs 2.289 TFLOPS (GRID K140Q).
| Feature | GRID P4-1Q | GRID K140Q |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 730 | 728 |
| Architecture | Maxwell 2.0 | Kepler |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 2048+33% | 1536 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 4.825 TFLOPS+111% | 2.289 TFLOPS |
| ROPs | 64+100% | 32 |
| TMUs | 128 | 128 |
| L1 Cache | 768 KB+500% | 128 KB |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB+300% | 0.5 MB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GRID P4-1Q | GRID K140Q |
|---|---|---|
| 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 512 MB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 2 MB (GRID P4-1Q) vs 0.5 MB (GRID K140Q) — the GRID P4-1Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GRID P4-1Q | GRID K140Q |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB+300% | 0.5 MB |
Power & Dimensions
The GRID P4-1Q draws 225W versus the GRID K140Q's 225W — a 0% difference. The GRID K140Q is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID P4-1Q) vs 350W (GRID K140Q). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | GRID P4-1Q | GRID K140Q |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 225W | 225W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | PCIe-powered |
| Length | — | 267mm |
| Slots | — | 1 |
| Perf/Watt | 3.2 | 3.2 |
Value Analysis
The GRID P4-1Q launched at $5890 MSRP and currently averages $185, while the GRID K140Q launched at $125 and now averages $500. The GRID P4-1Q costs 63% less ($315 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 3.9 (GRID P4-1Q) vs 1.5 (GRID K140Q) — the GRID P4-1Q offers 160% better value. The GRID P4-1Q is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2013).
| Feature | GRID P4-1Q | GRID K140Q |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $5890 | $125-98% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $185-63% | $500 |
| Performance per Dollar | 3.9+160% | 1.5 |
| Codename | GM204 | GK104 |
| Release | August 30 2015 | June 28 2013 |
| Ranking | #525 | #628 |
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