
GRID P6-2Q vs Radeon HD 7800-serie

GRID P6-2Q
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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.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GRID P6-2Q
Performance Per Dollar
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.
| Insight | GRID P6-2Q | Radeon 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.
| Insight | GRID P6-2Q | Radeon 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

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.

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).
| Feature | GRID P6-2Q | Radeon 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)
| Feature | GRID P6-2Q | Radeon 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 |
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.
| Feature | GRID P6-2Q | Radeon 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 |
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.
| Feature | GRID P6-2Q | Radeon 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% |
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).
| Feature | GRID P6-2Q | Radeon 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 |
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