GRID P6-4Q
VS
Quadro P1000

GRID P6-4Q vs Quadro P1000

GRID P6-4Q

2015Core: 722 MHz
VS
NVIDIA

Quadro P1000

2017Core: 1493 MHzBoost: 1519 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 P6-4Q 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 Quadro P1000 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.5% 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 P6-4Q.

InsightGRID P6-4QQuadro P1000
Performance
Lower raw frame rates (-1.5%)
Leading raw performance (+1.5%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019))
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Pascal (2016−2021))
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
📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The Quadro P1000 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Quadro P1000 holds the technical lead. Priced at $80 (vs $150), it costs 47% less, resulting in a 90.3% higher cost efficiency score.

InsightGRID P6-4QQuadro P1000
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Better overall value (+90.3%)
Upfront Cost
⚠️Higher upfront cost ($150)
More affordable ($80)

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 P6-4Q and Quadro P1000

NVIDIA

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.

NVIDIA

Quadro P1000

The Quadro P1000 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in February 7 2017. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1493 MHz to 1519 MHz. It has 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 40W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,495 points. Launch price was $375.

Graphics Performance

The GRID P6-4Q scores 4,429 and the Quadro P1000 reaches 4,495 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.5% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GRID P6-4Q is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the Quadro P1000 uses Pascal, both on 28 nm vs 14 nm. Shader units: 1,536 (GRID P6-4Q) vs 640 (Quadro P1000). Raw compute: 2.218 TFLOPS (GRID P6-4Q) vs 1.555 TFLOPS (Quadro P1000).

FeatureGRID P6-4QQuadro P1000
G3D Mark Score
4,429
4,495+1%
Architecture
Maxwell 2.0
Pascal
Process Node
28 nm
14 nm
Shading Units
1536+140%
640
Compute (TFLOPS)
2.218 TFLOPS+43%
1.555 TFLOPS
ROPs
64+300%
16
TMUs
96+200%
32
L1 Cache
576 KB+200%
192 KB
L2 Cache
2 MB+100%
1 MB

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureGRID P6-4QQuadro P1000
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 P1000 has 4 GB. The Quadro P1000 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 1 MB (Quadro P1000) — the GRID P6-4Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

FeatureGRID P6-4QQuadro P1000
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_1 (GRID P6-4Q) vs 12 (12_1) (Quadro P1000). Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 4.

FeatureGRID P6-4QQuadro P1000
DirectX
12_1
12 (12_1)
Max Displays
0
4
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Power & Dimensions

The GRID P6-4Q draws 100W versus the Quadro P1000's 40W — a 85.7% difference. The Quadro P1000 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID P6-4Q) vs 350W (Quadro P1000). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 1mm vs 145mm, occupying 0 vs 1 slots.

FeatureGRID P6-4QQuadro P1000
TDP
100W
40W-60%
Recommended PSU
350W
350W
Power Connector
PCIe-powered
PCIe-powered
Length
1mm
145mm
Height
69mm
Slots
0-100%
1
Temp (Load)
70°C
Perf/Watt
44.3
112.4+154%
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Value Analysis

The GRID P6-4Q launched at $2000 MSRP and currently averages $150, while the Quadro P1000 launched at $0 and now averages $80. The Quadro P1000 costs 46.7% less ($70 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 29.5 (GRID P6-4Q) vs 56.2 (Quadro P1000) — the Quadro P1000 offers 90.5% better value. The Quadro P1000 is the newer GPU (2017 vs 2015).

FeatureGRID P6-4QQuadro P1000
MSRP
$2000
$0-100%
Avg Price (30d)
$150
$80-47%
Performance per Dollar
29.5
56.2+91%
Codename
GM204
GP107
Release
August 30 2015
February 7 2017
Ranking
#535
#466