GRID P6-2Q
VS
Radeon HD 7800-serie

GRID P6-2Q vs Radeon HD 7800-serie

GRID P6-2Q

2015Core: 557 MHzBoost: 1178 MHz
VS
AMD

Radeon HD 7800-serie

2012Core: 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 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

#114
Quadro GP100
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100%
#115
Radeon Instinct MI60
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99%
#281
Tesla K20m
MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55
7537%
#296
GRID P6-2Q
MSRP: $2000|Avg: $150
100%
#299
GRID K220Q
MSRP: $469|Avg: $40
99%
#301
FirePro W9100
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99%
#302
GRID T4-8Q
MSRP: $2500|Avg: $1000
97%
#303
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MSRP: $99|Avg: $10
92%
#304
GRID T4-1Q
MSRP: $1880|Avg: $600
90%
#305
GRID M60-2Q
MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150
88%
#306
NVS 310
MSRP: $159|Avg: $10
88%
#308
FirePro 3D V3750
MSRP: $199|Avg: $25
87%
#309
NVS 810
MSRP: $700|Avg: $80
87%
#310
GRID P40-2Q
MSRP: $5699|Avg: $340
86%
#311
Quadro 2000D
MSRP: $599|Avg: $40
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 Radeon HD 7800-serie is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.6% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GRID P6-2Q.

InsightGRID P6-2QRadeon HD 7800-serie
Performance
Lower raw frame rates (-2.6%)
Leading raw performance (+2.6%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019))
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020))
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM
❌ Less VRAM capacity
✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency
Normal Efficiency
💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit

💎 Value Proposition

The Radeon HD 7800-serie offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Radeon HD 7800-serie holds the technical lead. Priced at $60 (vs $150), it costs 60% less, resulting in a 156.6% higher cost efficiency score.

InsightGRID P6-2QRadeon HD 7800-serie
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Better overall value (+156.6%)
Upfront Cost
⚠️Higher upfront cost ($150)
More affordable ($60)

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 Radeon HD 7800-serie

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.

AMD

Radeon HD 7800-serie

The Radeon HD 7800-serie is manufactured by AMD. It was released in March 5 2012. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 1000 MHz. It has 1280 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 200W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,029 points. Launch price was $349.

Graphics Performance

The GRID P6-2Q scores 3,926 and the Radeon HD 7800-serie reaches 4,029 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.6% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GRID P6-2Q is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the Radeon HD 7800-serie uses GCN 1.0, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 2,048 (GRID P6-2Q) vs 1,280 (Radeon HD 7800-serie). Raw compute: 4.825 TFLOPS (GRID P6-2Q) vs 2.56 TFLOPS (Radeon HD 7800-serie).

FeatureGRID P6-2QRadeon HD 7800-serie
G3D Mark Score
3,926
4,029+3%
Architecture
Maxwell 2.0
GCN 1.0
Process Node
28 nm
28 nm
Shading Units
2048+60%
1280
Compute (TFLOPS)
4.825 TFLOPS+88%
2.56 TFLOPS
ROPs
64+100%
32
TMUs
128+60%
80
L1 Cache
768 KB+140%
320 KB
L2 Cache
2 MB+300%
0.5 MB

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureGRID P6-2QRadeon HD 7800-serie
Upscaling Tech
FSR 1.0 (Software)
FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation
Not Supported
Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction
No
No
Low Latency
Standard
AMD Anti-Lag
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Video Memory (VRAM)

Both cards feature 2 GB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 256-bit. L2 Cache: 2 MB (GRID P6-2Q) vs 0.5 MB (Radeon HD 7800-serie) — the GRID P6-2Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

FeatureGRID P6-2QRadeon HD 7800-serie
VRAM Capacity
2 GB
2 GB
Memory Type
GDDR5
GDDR5
Bus Width
64-bit
256-bit+300%
L2 Cache
2 MB+300%
0.5 MB
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Power & Dimensions

The GRID P6-2Q draws 225W versus the Radeon HD 7800-serie's 200W — a 11.8% difference. The Radeon HD 7800-serie is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID P6-2Q) vs 500W (Radeon HD 7800-serie). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 2x 6-pin.

FeatureGRID P6-2QRadeon HD 7800-serie
TDP
225W
200W-11%
Recommended PSU
350W-30%
500W
Power Connector
PCIe-powered
2x 6-pin
Slots
0
Perf/Watt
17.4
20.1+16%
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Value Analysis

The GRID P6-2Q launched at $2000 MSRP and currently averages $150, while the Radeon HD 7800-serie launched at $349 and now averages $60. The Radeon HD 7800-serie costs 60% less ($90 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 26.2 (GRID P6-2Q) vs 67.2 (Radeon HD 7800-serie) — the Radeon HD 7800-serie offers 156.5% better value. The GRID P6-2Q is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2012).

FeatureGRID P6-2QRadeon HD 7800-serie
MSRP
$2000
$349-83%
Avg Price (30d)
$150
$60-60%
Performance per Dollar
26.2
67.2+156%
Codename
GM204
Pitcairn
Release
August 30 2015
March 5 2012
Ranking
#433
#460