GRID P40-2Q vs GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile
GRID P40-2Q
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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 P40-2Q is positioned at rank 310 and the GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile is on rank 110, so the GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GRID P40-2Q
Performance Per Dollar GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile is significantly newer (2021 vs 2015). The GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GRID P40-2Q lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GRID P40-2Q is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.9% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile.
| Insight | GRID P40-2Q | GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.9%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.9%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019)) | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | 🎮 High Capacity (4 GB) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (267mm) | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $150 versus $340 for the GRID P40-2Q, it costs 56% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 124.6% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GRID P40-2Q | GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+124.6%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($340) | ✅More affordable ($150) |
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 P40-2Q and GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile
GRID P40-2Q
The GRID P40-2Q 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: 9,581 points.
GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile
The GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 11 2021. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1238 MHz to 1500 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 60W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 9,494 points.
Graphics Performance
The GRID P40-2Q scores 9,581 and the GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile reaches 9,494 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.9% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GRID P40-2Q is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile uses Ampere, both on 28 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 2,048 (GRID P40-2Q) vs 2,048 (GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile). Boost clocks: 1178 MHz vs 1500 MHz.
| Feature | GRID P40-2Q | GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 9,581 | 9,494 |
| Architecture | Maxwell 2.0 | Ampere |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 8 nm |
| Shading Units | 2048 | 2048 |
| Boost Clock | 1178 MHz | 1500 MHz+27% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GRID P40-2Q | GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | DLSS 2.0 |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | FSR 3 / AFMF (Compatible) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
Both cards feature 4 GB of GDDR6. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit.
| Feature | GRID P40-2Q | GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 128-bit |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12.1 (GRID P40-2Q) vs 12.2 (GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile). Vulkan: 1.1 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.5 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 4.
| Feature | GRID P40-2Q | GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12.1 | 12.2 |
| Vulkan | 1.1 | 1.3+18% |
| OpenGL | 4.5 | 4.6+2% |
| Max Displays | 0 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC 4.0 (2x) (GRID P40-2Q) vs NVENC 8.0 (GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP6 vs PureVideo HD VP11. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC (GRID P40-2Q) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Decode) (GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile).
| Feature | GRID P40-2Q | GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 4.0 (2x) | NVENC 8.0 |
| Decoder | PureVideo HD VP6 | PureVideo HD VP11 |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9,AV1 (Decode) |
Power & Dimensions
The GRID P40-2Q draws 225W versus the GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile's 60W — a 115.8% difference. The GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 500W (GRID P40-2Q) vs 500W (GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs Mobile. Card length: 267mm vs 0mm, occupying 2 vs 0 slots.
| Feature | GRID P40-2Q | GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 225W | 60W-73% |
| Recommended PSU | 500W | 500W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | Mobile |
| Length | 267mm | 0mm |
| Height | 112mm | 0mm |
| Slots | 2 | 0-100% |
| Temp (Load) | 85°C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 42.6 | 158.2+271% |
Value Analysis
The GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile costs 55.9% less ($190 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 28.2 (GRID P40-2Q) vs 63.3 (GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile) — the GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile offers 124.5% better value. The GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile is the newer GPU (2021 vs 2015).
| Feature | GRID P40-2Q | GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $5699 | — |
| Avg Price (30d) | $340 | $150-56% |
| Performance per Dollar | 28.2 | 63.3+124% |
| Codename | GM204 | GN20-P0 |
| Release | August 30 2015 | May 11 2021 |
| Ranking | #433 | #286 |
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