GRID P40-6Q
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Qualcomm Adreno 685 GPU

GRID P40-6Q vs Qualcomm Adreno 685 GPU

GRID P40-6Q

2013Core: 745 MHz
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Qualcomm Adreno 685 GPU

2018

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

#381
Tesla K20m
MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55
49243%
#396
GRID P40-6Q
MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150
100%
#397
Quadro FX 540
MSRP: $299|Avg: $15
90%
#398
Tesla M2070-Q
MSRP: $5489|Avg: $50
80%
#399
Quadro 7000
MSRP: $14499|Avg: $300
80%
#400
Quadro FX 1500
MSRP: $699|Avg: $30
80%
#401
Quadro FX 3700
MSRP: $1599|Avg: $500
77%
#402
Quadro FX 4700 X2
MSRP: $2999|Avg: $15
77%
#403
GRID M10-0B
MSRP: $4000|Avg: $1000
73%
#405
GRID K340
MSRP: $3299|Avg: $57
67%
#406
Quadro FX 4600
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

⚠️ Generational Difference

The Qualcomm Adreno 685 GPU uses modern memory architecture. The Qualcomm Adreno 685 GPU likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GRID P40-6Q lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GRID P40-6Q is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.8% higher G3D Mark score and 100+% more VRAM (512 MB vs 0 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Qualcomm Adreno 685 GPU.

InsightGRID P40-6QQualcomm Adreno 685 GPU
Performance
Leading raw performance (+1.8%)
Lower raw frame rates (-1.8%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018))
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / Legacy)
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
📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

While current pricing data is unavailable, the GRID P40-6Q 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 Qualcomm Adreno 685 GPU

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.

Qualcomm Adreno 685 GPU

The Qualcomm Adreno 685 GPU is manufactured by Qualcomm. It was released in December 6 2018. The thermal design power (TDP) is 7W. Manufactured using 7 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 889 points.

Graphics Performance

The GRID P40-6Q scores 905 and the Qualcomm Adreno 685 GPU reaches 889 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.8% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance.

FeatureGRID P40-6QQualcomm Adreno 685 GPU
G3D Mark Score
905+2%
889
Process Node
28 nm
7 nm

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureGRID P40-6QQualcomm Adreno 685 GPU
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 Qualcomm Adreno 685 GPU 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 P40-6QQualcomm Adreno 685 GPU
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_0 (Qualcomm Adreno 685 GPU). Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 0.

FeatureGRID P40-6QQualcomm Adreno 685 GPU
DirectX
12_1
12_0
Max Displays
0
0
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Power & Dimensions

The GRID P40-6Q draws 225W versus the Qualcomm Adreno 685 GPU's 7W — a 187.9% difference. The Qualcomm Adreno 685 GPU is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID P40-6Q) vs 1W (Qualcomm Adreno 685 GPU). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs Integrated. Card length: 1mm vs 1mm, occupying 0 vs 0 slots.

FeatureGRID P40-6QQualcomm Adreno 685 GPU
TDP
225W
7W-97%
Recommended PSU
350W
1W-100%
Power Connector
PCIe-powered
Integrated
Length
1mm
1mm
Slots
0
0
Perf/Watt
4.0
127.0+3075%
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Value Analysis

The GRID P40-6Q launched at $3000 MSRP and currently averages $150, while the Qualcomm Adreno 685 GPU launched at $0 and now averages $0. The Qualcomm Adreno 685 GPU costs 100+% less ($150 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 6.0 (GRID P40-6Q) vs Infinity (Qualcomm Adreno 685 GPU) — the Qualcomm Adreno 685 GPU offers Infinity% better value. The Qualcomm Adreno 685 GPU is the newer GPU (2018 vs 2013).

FeatureGRID P40-6QQualcomm Adreno 685 GPU
MSRP
$3000
$0-100%
Avg Price (30d)
$150
$0-100%
Performance per Dollar
6.0
Infinity
Codename
GK104
Release
June 28 2013
December 6 2018
Ranking
#628
#916