GRID P4-8Q
VS
Radeon Pro Vega 20

GRID P4-8Q vs Radeon Pro Vega 20

GRID P4-8Q

2015Core: 722 MHz
VS
AMD

Radeon Pro Vega 20

2018Core: 815 MHzBoost: 1283 MHz

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.

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 P4-8Q

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98%
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Quadro M6000
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89%
#246
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MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55
5596%
#261
GRID P4-8Q
MSRP: $2000|Avg: $200
100%
#262
Quadro K2000
MSRP: $599|Avg: $500
100%
#264
FirePro 3D V5800
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97%
#265
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MSRP: $1000|Avg: $50
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#266
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MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150
95%
#267
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95%
#268
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94%
#269
FirePro V5800
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94%
#270
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MSRP: $759|Avg: $40
93%
#271
FirePro S9050
MSRP: $1999|Avg: $1825
93%
#272
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MSRP: $1099|Avg: $150
91%
#273
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MSRP: $1500|Avg: $100
90%
#276
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89%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The Radeon Pro Vega 20 uses modern memory architecture. The Radeon Pro Vega 20 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 GRID P4-8Q is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.2% higher G3D Mark score and 100+% more VRAM (4 GB vs 0 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon Pro Vega 20.

InsightGRID P4-8QRadeon Pro Vega 20
Performance
Leading raw performance (+2.2%)
Lower raw frame rates (-2.2%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019))
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / GCN 5.0 (2017−2020))
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM
✅ More VRAM (+100+%)
❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency
Normal Efficiency
Normal Efficiency
Case Fit

💎 Value Proposition

While current pricing data is unavailable, the GRID P4-8Q remains the clear technical winner. Check real-time availability to determine if the performance gap justifies the market price.

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 Radeon Pro Vega 20

NVIDIA

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.

AMD

Radeon Pro Vega 20

The Radeon Pro Vega 20 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in November 14 2018. It features the GCN 5.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 815 MHz to 1283 MHz. It has 1280 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 100W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 5,169 points.

Graphics Performance

The GRID P4-8Q scores 5,283 and the Radeon Pro Vega 20 reaches 5,169 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GRID P4-8Q is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the Radeon Pro Vega 20 uses GCN 5.0, both on 28 nm vs 14 nm. Shader units: 1,536 (GRID P4-8Q) vs 1,280 (Radeon Pro Vega 20). Raw compute: 2.218 TFLOPS (GRID P4-8Q) vs 3.284 TFLOPS (Radeon Pro Vega 20).

FeatureGRID P4-8QRadeon Pro Vega 20
G3D Mark Score
5,283+2%
5,169
Architecture
Maxwell 2.0
GCN 5.0
Process Node
28 nm
14 nm
Shading Units
1536+20%
1280
Compute (TFLOPS)
2.218 TFLOPS
3.284 TFLOPS+48%
ROPs
64+100%
32
TMUs
96+20%
80
L1 Cache
576 KB+80%
320 KB
L2 Cache
2 MB+100%
1 MB

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureGRID P4-8QRadeon Pro Vega 20
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
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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GRID P4-8Q comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the Radeon Pro Vega 20 has 0 MB. The GRID P4-8Q offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 2 MB (GRID P4-8Q) vs 1 MB (Radeon Pro Vega 20) — the GRID P4-8Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

FeatureGRID P4-8QRadeon Pro Vega 20
VRAM Capacity
4 GB
Shared System RAM
Memory Type
GDDR6
GDDR6
Bus Width
128-bit
128-bit
L2 Cache
2 MB+100%
1 MB
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Power & Dimensions

The GRID P4-8Q draws 100W versus the Radeon Pro Vega 20's 100W — a 0% difference. The Radeon Pro Vega 20 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID P4-8Q) vs 1W (Radeon Pro Vega 20). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs Integrated.

FeatureGRID P4-8QRadeon Pro Vega 20
TDP
100W
100W
Recommended PSU
350W
1W-100%
Power Connector
PCIe-powered
Integrated
Length
0mm
Height
0mm
Slots
0
Temp (Load)
80
Perf/Watt
52.8+2%
51.7
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Value Analysis

The GRID P4-8Q launched at $2000 MSRP and currently averages $200, while the Radeon Pro Vega 20 launched at $0 and now averages $0. The Radeon Pro Vega 20 costs 100+% less ($200 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 26.4 (GRID P4-8Q) vs Infinity (Radeon Pro Vega 20) — the Radeon Pro Vega 20 offers Infinity% better value. The Radeon Pro Vega 20 is the newer GPU (2018 vs 2015).

FeatureGRID P4-8QRadeon Pro Vega 20
MSRP
$2000
$0-100%
Avg Price (30d)
$200
$0-100%
Performance per Dollar
26.4
Infinity
Codename
GM204
Vega 12
Release
August 30 2015
November 14 2018
Ranking
#535
#435