GRID P6-2Q
VS
Quadro M2000

GRID P6-2Q vs Quadro M2000

GRID P6-2Q

2015Core: 557 MHzBoost: 1178 MHz
VS
NVIDIA

Quadro M2000

2016Core: 796 MHzBoost: 1163 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 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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#296
GRID P6-2Q
MSRP: $2000|Avg: $150
100%
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#309
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#311
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84%
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 Quadro M2000 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.5% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (4 GB vs 2 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GRID P6-2Q.

InsightGRID P6-2QQuadro M2000
Performance
Lower raw frame rates (-2.5%)
Leading raw performance (+2.5%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019))
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019))
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM
❌ Less VRAM capacity
✅ More VRAM (+100%)
Efficiency
⚡ Higher Power Consumption
💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit
📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The Quadro M2000 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Quadro M2000 holds the technical lead. Priced at $50 (vs $150), it costs 67% less, resulting in a 207.6% higher cost efficiency score.

InsightGRID P6-2QQuadro M2000
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Better overall value (+207.6%)
Upfront Cost
⚠️Higher upfront cost ($150)
More affordable ($50)

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 P6-2Q and Quadro M2000

NVIDIA

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.

NVIDIA

Quadro M2000

The Quadro M2000 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in April 8 2016. It features the Maxwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 796 MHz to 1163 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,026 points. Launch price was $437.75.

Graphics Performance

The GRID P6-2Q scores 3,926 and the Quadro M2000 reaches 4,026 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.5% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GRID P6-2Q is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the Quadro M2000 uses Maxwell 2.0, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 2,048 (GRID P6-2Q) vs 768 (Quadro M2000). Raw compute: 4.825 TFLOPS (GRID P6-2Q) vs 1.786 TFLOPS (Quadro M2000). Boost clocks: 1178 MHz vs 1163 MHz.

FeatureGRID P6-2QQuadro M2000
G3D Mark Score
3,926
4,026+3%
Architecture
Maxwell 2.0
Maxwell 2.0
Process Node
28 nm
28 nm
Shading Units
2048+167%
768
Compute (TFLOPS)
4.825 TFLOPS+170%
1.786 TFLOPS
Boost Clock
1178 MHz+1%
1163 MHz
ROPs
64+100%
32
TMUs
128+167%
48
L1 Cache
768 KB+167%
288 KB
L2 Cache
2 MB+100%
1 MB

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureGRID P6-2QQuadro M2000
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 P6-2Q comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the Quadro M2000 has 4 GB. The Quadro M2000 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 2 MB (GRID P6-2Q) vs 1 MB (Quadro M2000) — the GRID P6-2Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

FeatureGRID P6-2QQuadro M2000
VRAM Capacity
2 GB
4 GB+100%
Memory Type
GDDR5
GDDR5
Bus Width
64-bit
64-bit
L2 Cache
2 MB+100%
1 MB
🖥️

Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (12_1) (GRID P6-2Q) vs 12_1 (Quadro M2000). Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 4.

FeatureGRID P6-2QQuadro M2000
DirectX
12 (12_1)
12_1
Max Displays
4
4
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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 4 (GRID P6-2Q) vs NVENC 2nd Gen (Quadro M2000). Decoder: NVDEC 3 vs NVDEC 2nd Gen.

FeatureGRID P6-2QQuadro M2000
Encoder
NVENC 4
NVENC 2nd Gen
Decoder
NVDEC 3
NVDEC 2nd Gen
Codecs
H.264,H.265
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Power & Dimensions

The GRID P6-2Q draws 225W versus the Quadro M2000's 75W — a 100% difference. The Quadro M2000 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID P6-2Q) vs 350W (Quadro M2000). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.

FeatureGRID P6-2QQuadro M2000
TDP
225W
75W-67%
Recommended PSU
350W
350W
Power Connector
PCIe-powered
PCIe-powered
Length
167mm
Slots
0-100%
1
Perf/Watt
17.4
53.7+209%
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Value Analysis

The GRID P6-2Q launched at $2000 MSRP and currently averages $150, while the Quadro M2000 launched at $0 and now averages $50. The Quadro M2000 costs 66.7% less ($100 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 26.2 (GRID P6-2Q) vs 80.5 (Quadro M2000) — the Quadro M2000 offers 207.3% better value. The Quadro M2000 is the newer GPU (2016 vs 2015).

FeatureGRID P6-2QQuadro M2000
MSRP
$2000
$0-100%
Avg Price (30d)
$150
$50-67%
Performance per Dollar
26.2
80.5+207%
Codename
GM204
GM206
Release
August 30 2015
April 8 2016
Ranking
#433
#491