GRID P40-12Q vs GeForce GTX 970M
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 GeForce GTX 970M is on rank 27, so the GeForce GTX 970M 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 GeForce GTX 970M
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce GTX 970M is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 3% higher G3D Mark score. However, the GRID P40-12Q offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | GRID P40-12Q | GeForce GTX 970M |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-3%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+3%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+33.3%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | — | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce GTX 970M 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 P40-12Q and GeForce GTX 970M
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.
GeForce GTX 970M
The GeForce GTX 970M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in October 7 2014. It features the Maxwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 924 MHz to 1038 MHz. It has 1280 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 81W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 5,705 points. Launch price was $2,560.89.
Graphics Performance
The GRID P40-12Q scores 5,540 and the GeForce GTX 970M reaches 5,705 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 3% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GRID P40-12Q is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the GeForce GTX 970M uses Maxwell 2.0, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 2,048 (GRID P40-12Q) vs 1,280 (GeForce GTX 970M). Raw compute: 4.825 TFLOPS (GRID P40-12Q) vs 2.657 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 970M). Boost clocks: 1178 MHz vs 1038 MHz.
| Feature | GRID P40-12Q | GeForce GTX 970M |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 5,540 | 5,705+3% |
| Architecture | Maxwell 2.0 | Maxwell 2.0 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 2048+60% | 1280 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 4.825 TFLOPS+82% | 2.657 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 1178 MHz+13% | 1038 MHz |
| ROPs | 64+33% | 48 |
| TMUs | 128+60% | 80 |
| L1 Cache | 768 KB+60% | 480 KB |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB+33% | 1.5 MB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GRID P40-12Q | GeForce GTX 970M |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 2.1 (Compatible) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | FSR 3 (Compatible) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GRID P40-12Q comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 970M has 3 GB. The GRID P40-12Q offers 33.3% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 2 MB (GRID P40-12Q) vs 1.5 MB (GeForce GTX 970M) — the GRID P40-12Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GRID P40-12Q | GeForce GTX 970M |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB+33% | 3 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 192-bit+50% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB+33% | 1.5 MB |
Power & Dimensions
The GRID P40-12Q draws 225W versus the GeForce GTX 970M's 81W — a 94.1% difference. The GeForce GTX 970M is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID P40-12Q) vs 350W (GeForce GTX 970M). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 1x 6-pin.
| Feature | GRID P40-12Q | GeForce GTX 970M |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 225W | 81W-64% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | 1x 6-pin |
| Length | — | 1mm |
| Slots | — | 0 |
| Perf/Watt | 24.6 | 70.4+186% |
Value Analysis
The GRID P40-12Q is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2014).
| Feature | GRID P40-12Q | GeForce GTX 970M |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $5699 | — |
| Avg Price (30d) | $5699 | — |
| Codename | GM204 | GM204 |
| Release | August 30 2015 | October 7 2014 |
| Ranking | #433 | #408 |
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