GRID P4-8Q
VS
Tesla K80

GRID P4-8Q vs Tesla K80

GRID P4-8Q

2015Core: 722 MHz
VS
NVIDIA

Tesla K80

2014Core: 562 MHzBoost: 824 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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The GRID P4-8Q is positioned at rank 261 and the Tesla K80 is on rank 343, so the GRID P4-8Q 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 P4-8Q

#107
Quadro P6000
MSRP: $5999|Avg: $1500
98%
#108
Quadro M6000
MSRP: $4999|Avg: $500
89%
#246
Tesla K20m
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
MSRP: $479|Avg: $30
97%
#265
GRID M3-3020
MSRP: $1000|Avg: $50
95%
#266
GRID P40-8Q
MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150
95%
#267
GRID M40
MSRP: $1000|Avg: $100
95%
#268
FirePro V3800
MSRP: $129|Avg: $12
94%
#269
FirePro V5800
MSRP: $479|Avg: $15
94%
#270
FirePro 3D V7800
MSRP: $759|Avg: $40
93%
#271
FirePro S9050
MSRP: $1999|Avg: $1825
93%
#272
FirePro R5000
MSRP: $1099|Avg: $150
91%
#273
GRID M6-8Q
MSRP: $1500|Avg: $100
90%
#276
GRID K120Q
MSRP: $125|Avg: $20
89%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar Tesla K80

#117
L40
MSRP: $31000|Avg: $8174
98%
#328
Tesla K20m
MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55
13807%
#343
Tesla K80
MSRP: $5000|Avg: $50
100%
#344
GRID M10-4Q
MSRP: $2805|Avg: $340
99%
#346
GRID M10-8Q
MSRP: $2500|Avg: $500
97%
#347
FirePro V8700
MSRP: $1499|Avg: $170
96%
#348
Quadro FX 3800
MSRP: $799|Avg: $20
96%
#350
GRID K520
MSRP: $3599|Avg: $50
92%
#351
GRID P40-12Q
MSRP: $5699|Avg: $5699
91%
#352
FirePro 2270
MSRP: $149|Avg: $30
89%
#353
FirePro 2460
MSRP: $180|Avg: $10
88%
#355
FirePro 3D V5700
MSRP: $599|Avg: $25
85%
#356
Quadro FX 580
MSRP: $199|Avg: $500
85%
#358
GRID M60-1B
MSRP: $2500|Avg: $120
84%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Tesla K80 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.5% 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.

InsightGRID P4-8QTesla K80
Performance
Lower raw frame rates (-1.5%)
Leading raw performance (+1.5%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019))
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Kepler 2.0 (2013−2015))
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM
❌ Less VRAM capacity
✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency
💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit

💎 Value Proposition

The Tesla K80 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Tesla K80 holds the technical lead. Priced at $50 (vs $200), it costs 75% less, resulting in a 306.1% higher cost efficiency score.

InsightGRID P4-8QTesla K80
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Better overall value (+306.1%)
Upfront Cost
⚠️Higher upfront cost ($200)
More affordable ($50)

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 Tesla K80

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.

NVIDIA

Tesla K80

The Tesla K80 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in November 17 2014. It features the Kepler 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 562 MHz to 824 MHz. It has 2496 ×2 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 300W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 5,363 points.

Graphics Performance

The GRID P4-8Q scores 5,283 and the Tesla K80 reaches 5,363 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.5% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GRID P4-8Q is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the Tesla K80 uses Kepler 2.0, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 1,536 (GRID P4-8Q) vs 2,496 (Tesla K80). Raw compute: 2.218 TFLOPS (GRID P4-8Q) vs 4.113 TFLOPS ×2 (Tesla K80).

FeatureGRID P4-8QTesla K80
G3D Mark Score
5,283
5,363+2%
Architecture
Maxwell 2.0
Kepler 2.0
Process Node
28 nm
28 nm
Shading Units
1536
2496 ×2+63%
Compute (TFLOPS)
2.218 TFLOPS
4.113 TFLOPS ×2+85%
ROPs
64+33%
48 ×2
TMUs
96
208 ×2+117%
L1 Cache
576 KB+177%
208 KB
L2 Cache
2 MB+33%
1.5 MB

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureGRID P4-8QTesla K80
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 4 GB of GDDR6. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 2 MB (GRID P4-8Q) vs 1.5 MB (Tesla K80) — the GRID P4-8Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

FeatureGRID P4-8QTesla K80
VRAM Capacity
4 GB
4 GB
Memory Type
GDDR6
GDDR6
Bus Width
128-bit
128-bit
L2 Cache
2 MB+33%
1.5 MB
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Power & Dimensions

The GRID P4-8Q draws 100W versus the Tesla K80's 300W — a 100% difference. The GRID P4-8Q is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID P4-8Q) vs 350W (Tesla K80). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.

FeatureGRID P4-8QTesla K80
TDP
100W-67%
300W
Recommended PSU
350W
350W
Power Connector
PCIe-powered
PCIe-powered
Perf/Watt
52.8+195%
17.9
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Value Analysis

The GRID P4-8Q launched at $2000 MSRP and currently averages $200, while the Tesla K80 launched at $5000 and now averages $50. The Tesla K80 costs 75% less ($150 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 26.4 (GRID P4-8Q) vs 107.3 (Tesla K80) — the Tesla K80 offers 306.4% better value. The GRID P4-8Q is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2014).

FeatureGRID P4-8QTesla K80
MSRP
$2000-60%
$5000
Avg Price (30d)
$200
$50-75%
Performance per Dollar
26.4
107.3+306%
Codename
GM204
GK210
Release
August 30 2015
November 17 2014
Ranking
#535
#419