GRID P40-12Q vs GeForce MX570

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 MX570 is on rank 117, so the GeForce MX570 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 P40-12Q

#336

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

15230%

#351

GRID P40-12Q

MSRP: $5699|Avg: $5699

100%

#352

FirePro 2270

MSRP: $149|Avg: $30

98%

#353

FirePro 2460

MSRP: $180|Avg: $10

97%

#355

Quadro FX 580

MSRP: $199|Avg: $500

94%

#356

FirePro 3D V5700

MSRP: $599|Avg: $25

94%

#358

GRID M60-1B

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $120

93%

#359

FireStream 9270

MSRP: $1499|Avg: $20

92%

#360

Quadro 400

MSRP: $169|Avg: $500

91%

#361

FirePro 2260

MSRP: $129|Avg: $15

91%

#362

Quadro FX 380 LP

MSRP: $169|Avg: $15

89%

#364

Quadro FX 1800

MSRP: $489|Avg: $100

84%

#365

FirePro 3D V8700

MSRP: $1499|Avg: $1229

82%

#366

FirePro 3D V9800

MSRP: $3499|Avg: $80

82%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar GeForce MX570

#107

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

284%

#109

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

257%

#110

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

257%

#114

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

233%

#115

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

232%

#117

GeForce MX570

MSRP: $150|Avg: $120

100%

#118

Radeon RX 6500

MSRP: $199|Avg: $150

100%

#119

GeForce 825M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $30

99%

#121

Radeon HD 6970M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $48

99%

#123

Radeon HD 6970M Crossfire

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

98%

#125

GeForce GT 550M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $30

98%

#131

GeForce GT 335M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $25

96%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The GeForce MX570 is significantly newer (2022 vs 2015). The GeForce MX570 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GRID P40-12Q lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce MX570 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 3.6% 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	GeForce MX570
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-3.6%)	✅Leading raw performance (+3.6%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019))	Ampere (2020−2025) (8nm)
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	—	—

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce MX570 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $120 versus $5,699 for the GRID P40-12Q, it costs 98% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 4818.9% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GRID P40-12Q	GeForce MX570
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+4818.9%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($5,699)	✅More affordable ($120)

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.

GRID P40-12Q Benchmark Check

GeForce MX570 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GRID P40-12Q and GeForce MX570

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 MX570

The GeForce MX570 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in Maio 2022. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 832 MHz to 1155 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 25W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 16 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 5,738 points.

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Graphics Performance

The GRID P40-12Q scores 5,540 and the GeForce MX570 reaches 5,738 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 3.6% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GRID P40-12Q is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the GeForce MX570 uses Ampere, both on 28 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 2,048 (GRID P40-12Q) vs 2,048 (GeForce MX570). Raw compute: 4.825 TFLOPS (GRID P40-12Q) vs 4.731 TFLOPS (GeForce MX570). Boost clocks: 1178 MHz vs 1155 MHz.

Feature	GRID P40-12Q	GeForce MX570
G3D Mark Score	5,540	5,738+4%
Architecture	Maxwell 2.0	Ampere
Process Node	28 nm	8 nm
Shading Units	2048	2048
Compute (TFLOPS)	4.825 TFLOPS+2%	4.731 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	1178 MHz+2%	1155 MHz
ROPs	64+60%	40
TMUs	128+100%	64
L1 Cache	0.75 MB	2 MB+167%
L2 Cache	2 MB	2 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GRID P40-12Q	GeForce MX570
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 64-bit.

Feature	GRID P40-12Q	GeForce MX570
VRAM Capacity	4 GB	4 GB
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR6
Bus Width	128-bit+100%	64-bit
L2 Cache	2 MB	2 MB

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Power & Dimensions

The GRID P40-12Q draws 225W versus the GeForce MX570's 25W — a 160% difference. The GeForce MX570 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID P40-12Q) vs 350W (GeForce MX570). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs Mobile.

Feature	GRID P40-12Q	GeForce MX570
TDP	225W	25W-89%
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	Mobile
Perf/Watt	24.6	229.5+833%

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Value Analysis

The GRID P40-12Q launched at $5699 MSRP and currently averages $5699, while the GeForce MX570 launched at $150 and now averages $120. The GeForce MX570 costs 97.9% less ($5579 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 1.0 (GRID P40-12Q) vs 47.8 (GeForce MX570) — the GeForce MX570 offers 4680% better value. The GeForce MX570 is the newer GPU (2022 vs 2015).