GRID P6-2Q vs GeForce GTX 480

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 P6-2Q is positioned at rank #296 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 P6-2Q

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GRID P6-2Q

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100%

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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 GeForce GTX 480 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 3.8% higher G3D Mark score. However, the GRID P6-2Q offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.

Insight	GRID P6-2Q	GeForce GTX 480
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-3.8%)	✅Leading raw performance (+3.8%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi (2010−2014))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	✅ More VRAM (+33.3%)	❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency	Normal Efficiency	Normal Efficiency
Case Fit	—	Standard Size (267mm)

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 480 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 480 holds the technical lead. Priced at $100 (vs $150), it costs 33% less, resulting in a 55.7% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GRID P6-2Q	GeForce GTX 480
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+55.7%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($150)	✅More affordable ($100)

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.

GRID P6-2Q Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 480 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GRID P6-2Q and GeForce GTX 480

GRID P6-2Q

The GRID P6-2Q 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: 3,926 points.

GeForce GTX 480

The GeForce GTX 480 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 26 2010. It features the Fermi architecture. The core clock speed is 700 MHz. It has 480 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 250W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,075 points. Launch price was $499.

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Graphics Performance

The GRID P6-2Q scores 3,926 and the GeForce GTX 480 reaches 4,075 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 3.8% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GRID P6-2Q is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the GeForce GTX 480 uses Fermi, both on 28 nm vs 40 nm. Shader units: 2,048 (GRID P6-2Q) vs 480 (GeForce GTX 480). Raw compute: 4.825 TFLOPS (GRID P6-2Q) vs 1.345 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 480).

Feature	GRID P6-2Q	GeForce GTX 480
G3D Mark Score	3,926	4,075+4%
Architecture	Maxwell 2.0	Fermi
Process Node	28 nm	40 nm
Shading Units	2048+327%	480
Compute (TFLOPS)	4.825 TFLOPS+259%	1.345 TFLOPS
ROPs	64+33%	48
TMUs	128+113%	60
L1 Cache	768 KB	960 KB+25%
L2 Cache	2 MB+167%	0.75 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GRID P6-2Q	GeForce GTX 480
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

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GRID P6-2Q comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 480 has 2 GB. The GRID P6-2Q offers 33.3% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 384-bit. L2 Cache: 2 MB (GRID P6-2Q) vs 0.75 MB (GeForce GTX 480) — the GRID P6-2Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GRID P6-2Q	GeForce GTX 480
VRAM Capacity	2 GB+33%	1.5 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	384-bit+500%
L2 Cache	2 MB+167%	0.75 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (12_1) (GRID P6-2Q) vs 12 (11_0) (GeForce GTX 480). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.2. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 2.

Feature	GRID P6-2Q	GeForce GTX 480
DirectX	12 (12_1)	12 (11_0)
Vulkan	1.3+8%	1.2
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	4+100%	2

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 4 (GRID P6-2Q) vs PureVideo HD VP4 (GeForce GTX 480). Decoder: NVDEC 3 vs PureVideo HD VP4. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265 (GRID P6-2Q) vs H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 ASP (GeForce GTX 480).

Feature	GRID P6-2Q	GeForce GTX 480
Encoder	NVENC 4	PureVideo HD VP4
Decoder	NVDEC 3	PureVideo HD VP4
Codecs	H.264,H.265	H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2,MPEG-4 ASP

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Power & Dimensions

The GRID P6-2Q draws 225W versus the GeForce GTX 480's 250W — a 10.5% difference. The GRID P6-2Q is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID P6-2Q) vs 600W (GeForce GTX 480). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 6-pin + 8-pin.

Feature	GRID P6-2Q	GeForce GTX 480
TDP	225W-10%	250W
Recommended PSU	350W-42%	600W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	6-pin + 8-pin
Length	—	267mm
Height	—	111mm
Slots	0-100%	2
Temp (Load)	—	90°C
Perf/Watt	17.4+7%	16.3

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Value Analysis

The GRID P6-2Q launched at $2000 MSRP and currently averages $150, while the GeForce GTX 480 launched at $499 and now averages $100. The GeForce GTX 480 costs 33.3% less ($50 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 26.2 (GRID P6-2Q) vs 40.8 (GeForce GTX 480) — the GeForce GTX 480 offers 55.7% better value. The GRID P6-2Q is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2010).