GRID P6-4Q vs Quadro K4200

GRID P6-4Q

2015Core: 722 MHz

Quadro K4200

2014Core: 771 MHzBoost: 784 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

GRID P6-4Q

100

4,429

+2.2%

GeForce GT 1030

GeForce GTX 675MX

GeForce GTX 650 Ti BOOST

GeForce GTX 570

GeForce GTX TITAN Z

GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU

RTX 2000 Ada Generation

GeForce RTX 2080 Ti

Quadro K4200

108

4,332

0.0%

GeForce GTX 1660 Ti with Max-Q Design

GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU

GeForce RTX 5050

GeForce RTX 2080 Ti

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 P6-4Q is positioned at rank #280 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 P6-4Q

#110

Quadro GV100

MSRP: $8999|Avg: $8999

95%

#111

Tesla P40

MSRP: $5699|Avg: $150

94%

#112

GRID RTX6000-1Q

MSRP: $6299|Avg: $1500

90%

#113

Quadro RTX 8000

MSRP: $9999|Avg: $9999

90%

#265

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

6685%

#280

GRID P6-4Q

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $150

100%

#281

GRID M60-8A

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $120

100%

#283

Quadro K4000

MSRP: $1269|Avg: $100

97%

#285

GRID P4-2Q

MSRP: $1500|Avg: $235

95%

#287

Tesla C2070

MSRP: $1499|Avg: $38

94%

#289

Quadro 2000 D

MSRP: $599|Avg: $35

94%

#290

FirePro V5900

MSRP: $599|Avg: $15

93%

#291

FirePro S9000

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $156

91%

#294

GRID P40-4Q

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150

90%

#295

RTXA5000-8Q

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $2500

89%

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 GRID P6-4Q is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.2% higher G3D Mark score. However, the Quadro K4200 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.

Insight	GRID P6-4Q	Quadro K4200
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+2.2%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.2%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Kepler (2012−2018))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+100%)
Efficiency	Normal Efficiency	Normal Efficiency
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The Quadro K4200 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Quadro K4200 holds the technical lead. Priced at $50 (vs $150), it costs 67% less, resulting in a 193.4% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GRID P6-4Q	Quadro K4200
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+193.4%)
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.

GRID P6-4Q Benchmark Check

Quadro K4200 Benchmark Check

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GRID P6-4Q and Quadro K4200

GRID P6-4Q

The GRID P6-4Q is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in August 30 2015. It features the Maxwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 722 MHz. It has 1536 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 100W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,429 points.

Quadro K4200

The Quadro K4200 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in July 22 2014. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 771 MHz to 784 MHz. It has 1344 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 108W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,332 points. Launch price was $854.99.

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Graphics Performance

The GRID P6-4Q scores 4,429 and the Quadro K4200 reaches 4,332 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GRID P6-4Q is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the Quadro K4200 uses Kepler, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 1,536 (GRID P6-4Q) vs 1,344 (Quadro K4200). Raw compute: 2.218 TFLOPS (GRID P6-4Q) vs 2.107 TFLOPS (Quadro K4200).

Feature	GRID P6-4Q	Quadro K4200
G3D Mark Score	4,429+2%	4,332
Architecture	Maxwell 2.0	Kepler
Process Node	28 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	1536+14%	1344
Compute (TFLOPS)	2.218 TFLOPS+5%	2.107 TFLOPS
ROPs	64+100%	32
TMUs	96	112+17%
L1 Cache	576 KB+414%	112 KB
L2 Cache	2 MB+300%	0.5 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GRID P6-4Q	Quadro K4200
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 P6-4Q comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the Quadro K4200 has 4 GB. The Quadro K4200 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 2 MB (GRID P6-4Q) vs 0.5 MB (Quadro K4200) — the GRID P6-4Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GRID P6-4Q	Quadro K4200
VRAM Capacity	2 GB	4 GB+100%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	64-bit
L2 Cache	2 MB+300%	0.5 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12_1 (GRID P6-4Q) vs 12_0 (Quadro K4200). Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 3.

Feature	GRID P6-4Q	Quadro K4200
DirectX	12_1	12_0
Max Displays	0	3

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Power & Dimensions

The GRID P6-4Q draws 100W versus the Quadro K4200's 108W — a 7.7% difference. The GRID P6-4Q is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID P6-4Q) vs 350W (Quadro K4200). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 1mm vs 241mm, occupying 0 vs 1 slots.

Feature	GRID P6-4Q	Quadro K4200
TDP	100W-7%	108W
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	PCIe-powered
Length	1mm	241mm
Slots	0-100%	1
Perf/Watt	44.3+10%	40.1

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Value Analysis

The GRID P6-4Q launched at $2000 MSRP and currently averages $150, while the Quadro K4200 launched at $0 and now averages $50. The Quadro K4200 costs 66.7% less ($100 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 29.5 (GRID P6-4Q) vs 86.6 (Quadro K4200) — the Quadro K4200 offers 193.6% better value. The GRID P6-4Q is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2014).