GRID P40-1Q
VS
Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870

GRID P40-1Q vs Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870

GRID P40-1Q

2015Core: 557 MHzBoost: 1178 MHz
VS
AMD

Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870

2018Core: 931 MHzBoost: 1011 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 P40-1Q is positioned at rank 332 and the Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870 is on rank 206, so the Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870 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 P40-1Q

#117
L40
MSRP: $31000|Avg: $8174
82%
#316
Tesla K20m
MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55
11541%
#332
GRID P40-1Q
MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150
100%
#333
Tesla M10
MSRP: $2500|Avg: $500
99%
#334
Tesla C2050
MSRP: $2499|Avg: $95
99%
#335
FirePro S10000
MSRP: $3599|Avg: $500
98%
#336
Quadro FX 3450
MSRP: $119|Avg: $30
98%
#337
GRID P40-24Q
MSRP: $5699|Avg: $200
97%
#338
Quadro 4000
MSRP: $1199|Avg: $30
96%
#339
FireStream 9250
MSRP: $999|Avg: $49
91%
#340
GRID P40-3Q
MSRP: $5699|Avg: $5699
90%
#341
GRID M10-2Q
MSRP: $2500|Avg: $150
84%
#342
Tesla K80
MSRP: $5000|Avg: $50
84%
#343
GRID M10-4Q
MSRP: $2805|Avg: $340
83%
#345
GRID M10-8Q
MSRP: $2500|Avg: $500
81%
#346
FirePro V8700
MSRP: $1499|Avg: $170
80%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870

#196
Radeon RX 550X (móvel)
MSRP: $35|Avg: $35
415%
#198
376%
#199
375%
#203
GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50
341%
#204
Radeon RX 6300
MSRP: $60|Avg: $40
339%
#206
Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870
MSRP: $150|Avg: $150
100%
#208
Radeon RX Vega M GL
MSRP: $150|Avg: $150
100%
#212
GeForce GTX 780M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $60
98%
#216
Radeon 8040S
MSRP: $400|Avg: $400
93%
#217
Radeon R7 +8G
MSRP: $49|Avg: $20
93%
#221
Radeon HD 6550A
MSRP: $30|Avg: $30
90%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870 uses modern memory architecture. The Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GRID P40-1Q lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.2% higher G3D Mark score. However, the GRID P40-1Q offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.

InsightGRID P40-1QRadeon RX Vega M GL / 870
Performance
Lower raw frame rates (-2.2%)
Leading raw performance (+2.2%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019))
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / Vega (2017−2020))
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
✨ FSR 3 / AFMF Support
VRAM
✅ More VRAM (+100+%)
❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency
⚡ Higher Power Consumption
💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit
📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Although it costs $150 (vs $150), its significant performance lead justifies the premium, offering 2.2% better value per dollar than the GRID P40-1Q.

InsightGRID P40-1QRadeon RX Vega M GL / 870
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Better overall value (+2.2%)
Upfront Cost
Equivalent pricing
Equivalent pricing

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 P40-1Q and Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870

NVIDIA

GRID P40-1Q

The GRID P40-1Q 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: 3,839 points.

AMD

Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870

The Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in January 7 2018. It features the Vega architecture. The core clock ranges from 931 MHz to 1011 MHz. It has 1280 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 65W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,922 points.

Graphics Performance

The GRID P40-1Q scores 3,839 and the Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870 reaches 3,922 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GRID P40-1Q is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870 uses Vega, both on 28 nm vs 14 nm. Shader units: 2,048 (GRID P40-1Q) vs 1,280 (Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870). Boost clocks: 1178 MHz vs 1011 MHz.

FeatureGRID P40-1QRadeon RX Vega M GL / 870
G3D Mark Score
3,839
3,922+2%
Architecture
Maxwell 2.0
Vega
Process Node
28 nm
14 nm
Shading Units
2048+60%
1280
Boost Clock
1178 MHz+17%
1011 MHz

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureGRID P40-1QRadeon RX Vega M GL / 870
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 P40-1Q comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870 has 0 MB. The GRID P40-1Q offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 1024-bit.

FeatureGRID P40-1QRadeon RX Vega M GL / 870
VRAM Capacity
2 GB
Shared System RAM
Memory Type
GDDR5
HBM2
Bus Width
64-bit
1024-bit+1500%
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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12_1 (GRID P40-1Q) vs 12 (12_1) (Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870). Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 6.

FeatureGRID P40-1QRadeon RX Vega M GL / 870
DirectX
12_1
12 (12_1)
Max Displays
0
6
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Power & Dimensions

The GRID P40-1Q draws 225W versus the Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870's 65W — a 110.3% difference. The Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID P40-1Q) vs 1W (Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs Integrated. Card length: 1mm vs 0mm, occupying 0 vs 0 slots.

FeatureGRID P40-1QRadeon RX Vega M GL / 870
TDP
225W
65W-71%
Recommended PSU
350W
1W-100%
Power Connector
PCIe-powered
Integrated
Length
1mm
0mm
Height
0mm
Slots
0
0
Temp (Load)
80
Perf/Watt
17.1
60.3+253%
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Value Analysis

The GRID P40-1Q launched at $3000 MSRP and currently averages $150, while the Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870 launched at $150 and now averages $150. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 25.6 (GRID P40-1Q) vs 26.1 (Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870) — the Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870 offers 2% better value. The Radeon RX Vega M GL / 870 is the newer GPU (2018 vs 2015).

FeatureGRID P40-1QRadeon RX Vega M GL / 870
MSRP
$3000
$150-95%
Avg Price (30d)
$150
$150
Performance per Dollar
25.6
26.1+2%
Codename
GM204
Vega Kaby Lake-G
Release
August 30 2015
January 7 2018
Ranking
#525
#427