GRID P40-12Q vs FirePro D300
GRID P40-12Q
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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 P40-12Q is positioned at rank 351 and the FirePro D300 is on rank 130, so the FirePro D300 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GRID P40-12Q
Performance Per Dollar FirePro D300
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The FirePro D300 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 3.3% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GRID P40-12Q.
| Insight | GRID P40-12Q | FirePro D300 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-3.3%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+3.3%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020)) |
| 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 FirePro D300 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the FirePro D300 holds the technical lead. Priced at $20 (vs $5,699), it costs 100% less, resulting in a 29331.1% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GRID P40-12Q | FirePro D300 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+29331.1%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($5,699) | ✅More affordable ($20) |
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 P40-12Q and FirePro D300
GRID P40-12Q
The GRID P40-12Q 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: 5,540 points.
FirePro D300
The FirePro D300 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in January 18 2014. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 850 MHz. It has 1280 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 5,722 points.
Graphics Performance
The GRID P40-12Q scores 5,540 and the FirePro D300 reaches 5,722 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 3.3% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GRID P40-12Q is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the FirePro D300 uses GCN 1.0, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 2,048 (GRID P40-12Q) vs 1,280 (FirePro D300). Raw compute: 4.825 TFLOPS (GRID P40-12Q) vs 2.176 TFLOPS (FirePro D300).
| Feature | GRID P40-12Q | FirePro D300 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 5,540 | 5,722+3% |
| Architecture | Maxwell 2.0 | GCN 1.0 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 2048+60% | 1280 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 4.825 TFLOPS+122% | 2.176 TFLOPS |
| ROPs | 64+100% | 32 |
| TMUs | 128+60% | 80 |
| L1 Cache | 768 KB+140% | 320 KB |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB+300% | 0.5 MB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GRID P40-12Q | FirePro D300 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 4 GB of GDDR6. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 2 MB (GRID P40-12Q) vs 0.5 MB (FirePro D300) — the GRID P40-12Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GRID P40-12Q | FirePro D300 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 128-bit |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB+300% | 0.5 MB |
Power & Dimensions
The GRID P40-12Q draws 225W versus the FirePro D300's 150W — a 40% difference. The FirePro D300 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID P40-12Q) vs 350W (FirePro D300). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | GRID P40-12Q | FirePro D300 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 225W | 150W-33% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | PCIe-powered |
| Length | — | 242mm |
| Height | — | 111mm |
| Slots | — | 1 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 80°C |
| Perf/Watt | 24.6 | 38.1+55% |
Value Analysis
The GRID P40-12Q launched at $5699 MSRP and currently averages $5699, while the FirePro D300 launched at $500 and now averages $20. The FirePro D300 costs 99.6% less ($5679 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 1.0 (GRID P40-12Q) vs 286.1 (FirePro D300) — the FirePro D300 offers 28510% better value. The GRID P40-12Q is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2014).
| Feature | GRID P40-12Q | FirePro D300 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $5699 | $500-91% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $5699 | $20-100% |
| Performance per Dollar | 1.0 | 286.1+28510% |
| Codename | GM204 | Pitcairn |
| Release | August 30 2015 | January 18 2014 |
| Ranking | #433 | #506 |
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