GRID P6-4Q vs Tesla K20Xm
GRID P6-4Q
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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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The GRID P6-4Q is positioned at rank 280 and the Tesla K20Xm is on rank 100, so the Tesla K20Xm offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GRID P6-4Q
Performance Per Dollar Tesla K20Xm
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GRID P6-4Q is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.6% higher G3D Mark score. However, the Tesla K20Xm offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | GRID P6-4Q | Tesla K20Xm |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.6%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.6%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / Kepler (2012−2018)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+200%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The GRID P6-4Q offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GRID P6-4Q holds the technical lead. Priced at $150 (vs $7,699), it costs 98% less, resulting in a 5063% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GRID P6-4Q | Tesla K20Xm |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+5063%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($150) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($7,699) |
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 Tesla K20Xm
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.
Tesla K20Xm
The Tesla K20Xm is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in November 12 2012. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 732 MHz. It has 2688 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 235W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,403 points. Launch price was $7,699.
Graphics Performance
The GRID P6-4Q scores 4,429 and the Tesla K20Xm reaches 4,403 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.6% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GRID P6-4Q is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the Tesla K20Xm uses Kepler, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 1,536 (GRID P6-4Q) vs 2,688 (Tesla K20Xm). Raw compute: 2.218 TFLOPS (GRID P6-4Q) vs 3.935 TFLOPS (Tesla K20Xm).
| Feature | GRID P6-4Q | Tesla K20Xm |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 4,429 | 4,403 |
| Architecture | Maxwell 2.0 | Kepler |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 1536 | 2688+75% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 2.218 TFLOPS | 3.935 TFLOPS+77% |
| ROPs | 64+33% | 48 |
| TMUs | 96 | 224+133% |
| L1 Cache | 576 KB+157% | 224 KB |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB+33% | 1.5 MB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GRID P6-4Q | Tesla K20Xm |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GRID P6-4Q comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the Tesla K20Xm has 6 GB. The Tesla K20Xm offers 200% 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 1.5 MB (Tesla K20Xm) — the GRID P6-4Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GRID P6-4Q | Tesla K20Xm |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | 6 GB+200% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB+33% | 1.5 MB |
Power & Dimensions
The GRID P6-4Q draws 100W versus the Tesla K20Xm's 235W — a 80.6% difference. The GRID P6-4Q is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID P6-4Q) vs 350W (Tesla K20Xm). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | GRID P6-4Q | Tesla K20Xm |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 100W-57% | 235W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 1mm | — |
| Slots | 0 | — |
| Perf/Watt | 44.3+137% | 18.7 |
Value Analysis
The GRID P6-4Q launched at $2000 MSRP and currently averages $150, while the Tesla K20Xm launched at $7699. The GRID P6-4Q is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2012).
| Feature | GRID P6-4Q | Tesla K20Xm |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $2000-74% | $7699 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $150 | — |
| Codename | GM204 | GK110 |
| Release | August 30 2015 | November 12 2012 |
| Ranking | #535 | #473 |
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