GRID P40-4Q vs GeForce GTX 960
GRID P40-4Q
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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. The GRID P40-4Q is positioned at rank #294 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GRID P40-4Q
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Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce GTX 960 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 3.5% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GRID P40-4Q.
| Insight | GRID P40-4Q | GeForce GTX 960 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-3.5%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+3.5%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019)) |
| 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 | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce GTX 960 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 960 holds the technical lead. Priced at $45 (vs $150), it costs 70% less, resulting in a 245% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GRID P40-4Q | GeForce GTX 960 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+245%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($150) | ✅More affordable ($45) |
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 P40-4Q and GeForce GTX 960
GRID P40-4Q
The GRID P40-4Q is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in June 28 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 745 MHz. It has 1536 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 225W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 5,926 points. Launch price was $469.
GeForce GTX 960
The GeForce GTX 960 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 22 2015. It features the Maxwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1127 MHz to 1178 MHz. It has 1024 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 100W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 6,133 points. Launch price was $199.
Graphics Performance
The GRID P40-4Q scores 5,926 and the GeForce GTX 960 reaches 6,133 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 3.5% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GRID P40-4Q is built on Kepler while the GeForce GTX 960 uses Maxwell 2.0, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 1,536 (GRID P40-4Q) vs 1,024 (GeForce GTX 960). Raw compute: 2.289 TFLOPS (GRID P40-4Q) vs 2.413 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 960).
| Feature | GRID P40-4Q | GeForce GTX 960 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 5,926 | 6,133+3% |
| Architecture | Kepler | Maxwell 2.0 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 1536+50% | 1024 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 2.289 TFLOPS | 2.413 TFLOPS+5% |
| ROPs | 32 | 32 |
| TMUs | 128+100% | 64 |
| L1 Cache | 128 KB | 384 KB+200% |
| L2 Cache | 0.5 MB | 1 MB+100% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GRID P40-4Q | GeForce GTX 960 |
|---|---|---|
| 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)
Both cards feature 4 GB of video memory. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 0.5 MB (GRID P40-4Q) vs 1 MB (GeForce GTX 960) — the GeForce GTX 960 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GRID P40-4Q | GeForce GTX 960 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 128-bit |
| L2 Cache | 0.5 MB | 1 MB+100% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12_1 (GRID P40-4Q) vs 12 (12_1) (GeForce GTX 960). Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 4.
| Feature | GRID P40-4Q | GeForce GTX 960 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12_1 | 12 (12_1) |
| Max Displays | 0 | 4 |
Power & Dimensions
The GRID P40-4Q draws 225W versus the GeForce GTX 960's 100W — a 76.9% difference. The GeForce GTX 960 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID P40-4Q) vs 400W (GeForce GTX 960). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 6-pin. Card length: 1mm vs 241mm, occupying 0 vs 2 slots.
| Feature | GRID P40-4Q | GeForce GTX 960 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 225W | 100W-56% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W-13% | 400W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | 6-pin |
| Length | 1mm | 241mm |
| Height | — | 111mm |
| Slots | 0-100% | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 75 C |
| Perf/Watt | 26.3 | 61.3+133% |
Value Analysis
The GRID P40-4Q launched at $3000 MSRP and currently averages $150, while the GeForce GTX 960 launched at $199 and now averages $45. The GeForce GTX 960 costs 70% less ($105 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 39.5 (GRID P40-4Q) vs 136.3 (GeForce GTX 960) — the GeForce GTX 960 offers 245.1% better value. The GeForce GTX 960 is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2013).
| Feature | GRID P40-4Q | GeForce GTX 960 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $3000 | $199-93% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $150 | $45-70% |
| Performance per Dollar | 39.5 | 136.3+245% |
| Codename | GK104 | GM206 |
| Release | June 28 2013 | January 22 2015 |
| Ranking | #628 | #393 |
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