GRID P4-8Q vs Arc A310
GRID P4-8Q
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Arc A310
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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. The GRID P4-8Q is positioned at rank #261 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GRID P4-8Q
Performance Per Dollar Arc A310
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The Arc A310 is significantly newer (2022 vs 2015). The Arc A310 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GRID P4-8Q lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Arc A310 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.9% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GRID P4-8Q.
| Insight | GRID P4-8Q | Arc A310 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.9%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+2.9%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019)) | Generation 12.7 (2022−2023) (6nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | — | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The Arc A310 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $100 versus $200 for the GRID P4-8Q, it costs 50% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 105.9% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GRID P4-8Q | Arc A310 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+105.9%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($200) | ✅More affordable ($100) |
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 P4-8Q and Arc A310
GRID P4-8Q
The GRID P4-8Q is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in August 30 2015. It features the Maxwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 722 MHz. It has 1536 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 100W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 5,283 points.
Arc A310
The Arc A310 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in October 12 2022. It features the Generation 12.7 architecture. The core clock ranges from 2000 MHz to 2000 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 6 nm process technology. It features 6 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 5,438 points.
Graphics Performance
The GRID P4-8Q scores 5,283 and the Arc A310 reaches 5,438 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.9% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GRID P4-8Q is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the Arc A310 uses Generation 12.7, both on 28 nm vs 6 nm. Shader units: 1,536 (GRID P4-8Q) vs 768 (Arc A310). Raw compute: 2.218 TFLOPS (GRID P4-8Q) vs 3.072 TFLOPS (Arc A310).
| Feature | GRID P4-8Q | Arc A310 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 5,283 | 5,438+3% |
| Architecture | Maxwell 2.0 | Generation 12.7 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 6 nm |
| Shading Units | 1536+100% | 768 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 2.218 TFLOPS | 3.072 TFLOPS+39% |
| ROPs | 64+300% | 16 |
| TMUs | 96+200% | 32 |
| L1 Cache | 0.56 MB | 1.1 MB+96% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB | 4 MB+100% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GRID P4-8Q | Arc A310 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | XeSS |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | FSR 3 (Compatible) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
Both cards feature 4 GB of GDDR6. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 2 MB (GRID P4-8Q) vs 4 MB (Arc A310) — the Arc A310 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GRID P4-8Q | Arc A310 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Bus Width | 128-bit+100% | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB | 4 MB+100% |
Power & Dimensions
The GRID P4-8Q draws 100W versus the Arc A310's 75W — a 28.6% difference. The Arc A310 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID P4-8Q) vs 300W (Arc A310). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs None.
| Feature | GRID P4-8Q | Arc A310 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 100W | 75W-25% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 300W-14% |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | None |
| Length | — | 169mm |
| Height | — | 69mm |
| Slots | — | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 65°C |
| Perf/Watt | 52.8 | 72.5+37% |
Value Analysis
The GRID P4-8Q launched at $2000 MSRP and currently averages $200, while the Arc A310 launched at $100 and now averages $100. The Arc A310 costs 50% less ($100 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 26.4 (GRID P4-8Q) vs 54.4 (Arc A310) — the Arc A310 offers 106.1% better value. The Arc A310 is the newer GPU (2022 vs 2015).
| Feature | GRID P4-8Q | Arc A310 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $2000 | $100-95% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $200 | $100-50% |
| Performance per Dollar | 26.4 | 54.4+106% |
| Codename | GM204 | DG2-128 |
| Release | August 30 2015 | October 12 2022 |
| Ranking | #535 | #422 |
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