GRID P4-2Q vs Radeon R9 M470X
GRID P4-2Q
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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 P4-2Q is positioned at rank 285 and the Radeon R9 M470X is on rank 377, so the GRID P4-2Q offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GRID P4-2Q
Performance Per Dollar Radeon R9 M470X
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Radeon R9 M470X is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.6% 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 P4-2Q.
| Insight | GRID P4-2Q | Radeon R9 M470X |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.6%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+2.6%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / GCN 2.0 (2013−2017)) |
| 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 GRID P4-2Q offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GRID P4-2Q holds the technical lead. Priced at $235 (vs $350), it costs 33% less, resulting in a 45.2% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GRID P4-2Q | Radeon R9 M470X |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+45.2%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($235) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($350) |
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 P4-2Q and Radeon R9 M470X
GRID P4-2Q
The GRID P4-2Q 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: 3,162 points.
Radeon R9 M470X
The Radeon R9 M470X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in May 15 2016. It features the GCN 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1000 MHz to 1100 MHz. It has 896 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,244 points.
Graphics Performance
The GRID P4-2Q scores 3,162 and the Radeon R9 M470X reaches 3,244 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.6% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GRID P4-2Q is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the Radeon R9 M470X uses GCN 2.0, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 2,048 (GRID P4-2Q) vs 896 (Radeon R9 M470X). Raw compute: 4.825 TFLOPS (GRID P4-2Q) vs 1.971 TFLOPS (Radeon R9 M470X). Boost clocks: 1178 MHz vs 1100 MHz.
| Feature | GRID P4-2Q | Radeon R9 M470X |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 3,162 | 3,244+3% |
| Architecture | Maxwell 2.0 | GCN 2.0 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 2048+129% | 896 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 4.825 TFLOPS+145% | 1.971 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 1178 MHz+7% | 1100 MHz |
| ROPs | 64+300% | 16 |
| TMUs | 128+129% | 56 |
| L1 Cache | 768 KB+243% | 224 KB |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB+700% | 0.25 MB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GRID P4-2Q | Radeon R9 M470X |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | AMD Anti-Lag |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GRID P4-2Q comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the Radeon R9 M470X has 4 GB. The Radeon R9 M470X offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 2 MB (GRID P4-2Q) vs 0.25 MB (Radeon R9 M470X) — the GRID P4-2Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GRID P4-2Q | Radeon R9 M470X |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | 4 GB+100% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 128-bit+100% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB+700% | 0.25 MB |
Power & Dimensions
The GRID P4-2Q draws 225W versus the Radeon R9 M470X's 75W — a 100% difference. The Radeon R9 M470X is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID P4-2Q) vs 350W (Radeon R9 M470X). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs Mobile.
| Feature | GRID P4-2Q | Radeon R9 M470X |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 225W | 75W-67% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | Mobile |
| Perf/Watt | 14.1 | 43.3+207% |
Value Analysis
The GRID P4-2Q launched at $1500 MSRP and currently averages $235, while the Radeon R9 M470X launched at $350 and now averages $350. The GRID P4-2Q costs 32.9% less ($115 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 13.5 (GRID P4-2Q) vs 9.3 (Radeon R9 M470X) — the GRID P4-2Q offers 45.2% better value. The Radeon R9 M470X is the newer GPU (2016 vs 2015).
| Feature | GRID P4-2Q | Radeon R9 M470X |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1500 | $350-77% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $235-33% | $350 |
| Performance per Dollar | 13.5+45% | 9.3 |
| Codename | GM204 | Emerald |
| Release | August 30 2015 | May 15 2016 |
| Ranking | #433 | #563 |
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