GRID P40-6Q
VS
Intel HD Graphics 620

GRID P40-6Q vs Intel HD Graphics 620

GRID P40-6Q

2013Core: 745 MHz
VS
Intel

Intel HD Graphics 620

2016Core: 300 MHzBoost: 1000 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. The GRID P40-6Q is positioned at rank #396 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

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 P40-6Q

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49243%
#396
GRID P40-6Q
MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150
100%
#397
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90%
#398
Tesla M2070-Q
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80%
#399
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80%
#400
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80%
#401
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MSRP: $1599|Avg: $500
77%
#402
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MSRP: $2999|Avg: $15
77%
#403
GRID M10-0B
MSRP: $4000|Avg: $1000
73%
#405
GRID K340
MSRP: $3299|Avg: $57
67%
#406
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MSRP: $1999|Avg: $50
67%
#407
Quadro FX 5600
MSRP: $2999|Avg: $50
60%
#409
Quadro FX 3500
MSRP: $1599|Avg: $1599
57%
#410
Quadro FX 1400
MSRP: $799|Avg: $30
53%
#411
GRID K1
MSRP: $4140|Avg: $120
53%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Intel HD Graphics 620 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.5% higher G3D Mark score. However, the GRID P40-6Q offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.

InsightGRID P40-6QIntel HD Graphics 620
Performance
Lower raw frame rates (-1.5%)
Leading raw performance (+1.5%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018))
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Generation 9.5 (2016−2020))
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM
✅ More VRAM (+100+%)
❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency
⚡ Higher Power Consumption
💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit
📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

While current pricing data is unavailable, the Intel HD Graphics 620 remains the clear technical winner. Check real-time availability to determine if the performance gap justifies the market price.

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 Intel HD Graphics 620

NVIDIA

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.

Intel

Intel HD Graphics 620

The Intel HD Graphics 620 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in August 30 2016. It features the Generation 9.5 architecture. The core clock ranges from 300 MHz to 1000 MHz. It has 192 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 14 nm++ process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 919 points.

Graphics Performance

The GRID P40-6Q scores 905 and the Intel HD Graphics 620 reaches 919 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.5% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GRID P40-6Q is built on Kepler while the Intel HD Graphics 620 uses Generation 9.5, both on 28 nm vs 14 nm++. Shader units: 1,536 (GRID P40-6Q) vs 192 (Intel HD Graphics 620). Raw compute: 2.289 TFLOPS (GRID P40-6Q) vs 0.384 TFLOPS (Intel HD Graphics 620).

FeatureGRID P40-6QIntel HD Graphics 620
G3D Mark Score
905
919+2%
Architecture
Kepler
Generation 9.5
Process Node
28 nm
14 nm++
Shading Units
1536+700%
192
Compute (TFLOPS)
2.289 TFLOPS+496%
0.384 TFLOPS
ROPs
32+967%
3
TMUs
128+433%
24

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureGRID P40-6QIntel HD Graphics 620
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)

The GRID P40-6Q comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the Intel HD Graphics 620 has 0 MB. The GRID P40-6Q offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs System.

FeatureGRID P40-6QIntel HD Graphics 620
VRAM Capacity
0.5 GB
Shared System RAM
Memory Type
GDDR5
Shared
Bus Width
64-bit
System
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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12_1 (GRID P40-6Q) vs 12 (12_1) (Intel HD Graphics 620). Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 3.

FeatureGRID P40-6QIntel HD Graphics 620
DirectX
12_1
12 (12_1)
Max Displays
0
3
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Power & Dimensions

The GRID P40-6Q draws 225W versus the Intel HD Graphics 620's 15W — a 175% difference. The Intel HD Graphics 620 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID P40-6Q) vs 1W (Intel HD Graphics 620). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs Integrated.

FeatureGRID P40-6QIntel HD Graphics 620
TDP
225W
15W-93%
Recommended PSU
350W
1W-100%
Power Connector
PCIe-powered
Integrated
Length
1mm
Slots
0
0
Temp (Load)
90°C
Perf/Watt
4.0
61.3+1433%
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Value Analysis

The GRID P40-6Q launched at $3000 MSRP and currently averages $150, while the Intel HD Graphics 620 launched at $0 and now averages $0. The Intel HD Graphics 620 costs 100+% less ($150 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 6.0 (GRID P40-6Q) vs Infinity (Intel HD Graphics 620) — the Intel HD Graphics 620 offers Infinity% better value. The Intel HD Graphics 620 is the newer GPU (2016 vs 2013).

FeatureGRID P40-6QIntel HD Graphics 620
MSRP
$3000
$0-100%
Avg Price (30d)
$150
$0-100%
Performance per Dollar
6.0
Infinity
Codename
GK104
Kaby Lake GT2
Release
June 28 2013
August 30 2016
Ranking
#628
#906