GRID P40-6Q vs GRID K220Q
GRID P40-6Q
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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 P40-6Q is positioned at rank 396 and the GRID K220Q is on rank 299, so the GRID K220Q offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GRID P40-6Q
Performance Per Dollar GRID K220Q
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GRID K220Q is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.8% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GRID P40-6Q.
| Insight | GRID P40-6Q | GRID K220Q |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.8%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.8%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Kepler (2012−2018)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | Normal Efficiency | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | Standard Size (265mm) |
💎 Value Proposition
The GRID K220Q offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GRID K220Q holds the technical lead. Priced at $40 (vs $150), it costs 73% less, resulting in a 277.9% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GRID P40-6Q | GRID K220Q |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+277.9%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($150) | ✅More affordable ($40) |
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 P40-6Q and GRID K220Q
GRID P40-6Q
The GRID P40-6Q 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: 905 points. Launch price was $469.
GRID K220Q
The GRID K220Q is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in July 2 2014. 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: 912 points. Launch price was $469.
Graphics Performance
The GRID P40-6Q scores 905 and the GRID K220Q reaches 912 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.8% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GRID P40-6Q is built on Kepler while the GRID K220Q uses Kepler, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 1,536 (GRID P40-6Q) vs 1,536 (GRID K220Q). Raw compute: 2.289 TFLOPS (GRID P40-6Q) vs 2.289 TFLOPS (GRID K220Q).
| Feature | GRID P40-6Q | GRID K220Q |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 905 | 912 |
| Architecture | Kepler | Kepler |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 1536 | 1536 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 2.289 TFLOPS | 2.289 TFLOPS |
| ROPs | 32 | 32 |
| TMUs | 128 | 128 |
| L1 Cache | 128 KB | 128 KB |
| L2 Cache | 512 KB | 512 KB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GRID P40-6Q | GRID K220Q |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
Both cards feature 512 MB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit.
| Feature | GRID P40-6Q | GRID K220Q |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 512 KB | 512 KB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12_1 (GRID P40-6Q) vs 11_0 (GRID K220Q). Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 2.
| Feature | GRID P40-6Q | GRID K220Q |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12_1+9% | 11_0 |
| Max Displays | 0 | 2 |
Power & Dimensions
The GRID P40-6Q draws 225W versus the GRID K220Q's 225W — a 0% difference. The GRID K220Q is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID P40-6Q) vs 350W (GRID K220Q). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 1mm vs 265mm, occupying 0 vs 2 slots.
| Feature | GRID P40-6Q | GRID K220Q |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 225W | 225W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 1mm | 265mm |
| Slots | 0-100% | 2 |
| Perf/Watt | 4.0 | 4.1+2% |
Value Analysis
The GRID P40-6Q launched at $3000 MSRP and currently averages $150, while the GRID K220Q launched at $469 and now averages $40. The GRID K220Q costs 73.3% less ($110 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 6.0 (GRID P40-6Q) vs 22.8 (GRID K220Q) — the GRID K220Q offers 280% better value. The GRID K220Q is the newer GPU (2014 vs 2013).
| Feature | GRID P40-6Q | GRID K220Q |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $3000 | $469-84% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $150 | $40-73% |
| Performance per Dollar | 6.0 | 22.8+280% |
| Codename | GK104 | GK104 |
| Release | June 28 2013 | July 2 2014 |
| Ranking | #628 | #907 |
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