GRID RTX6000-1Q vs GeForce GTX 980M SLI
GRID RTX6000-1Q
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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.
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Performance Per Dollar GRID RTX6000-1Q
Performance Per Dollar GeForce GTX 980M SLI
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GRID RTX6000-1Q is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.8% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 980M SLI.
| Insight | GRID RTX6000-1Q | GeForce GTX 980M SLI |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.8%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.8%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Maxwell (2014−2017)) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | Normal Efficiency | Normal Efficiency |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (267mm) | Standard Size (267mm) |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the GRID RTX6000-1Q remains the clear technical winner. Check real-time availability to determine if the performance gap justifies the market price.
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 RTX6000-1Q and GeForce GTX 980M SLI
GRID RTX6000-1Q
The GRID RTX6000-1Q 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: 12,617 points.
GeForce GTX 980M SLI
The GeForce GTX 980M SLI is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in October 7 2014. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 1038 MHz to 1127 MHz. It has 3072 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 200W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 12,523 points.
Graphics Performance
The GRID RTX6000-1Q scores 12,617 and the GeForce GTX 980M SLI reaches 12,523 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.8% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GRID RTX6000-1Q is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the GeForce GTX 980M SLI uses Maxwell, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 2,048 (GRID RTX6000-1Q) vs 3,072 (GeForce GTX 980M SLI). Boost clocks: 1178 MHz vs 1127 MHz.
| Feature | GRID RTX6000-1Q | GeForce GTX 980M SLI |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 12,617 | 12,523 |
| Architecture | Maxwell 2.0 | Maxwell |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 2048 | 3072+50% |
| Boost Clock | 1178 MHz+5% | 1127 MHz |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GRID RTX6000-1Q | GeForce GTX 980M SLI |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 2.1 (Compatible) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | FSR 3 (Compatible) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | NVIDIA Reflex | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
Both cards feature 8 GB of video memory. Bus width: 128-bit vs 256-bit.
| Feature | GRID RTX6000-1Q | GeForce GTX 980M SLI |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 256-bit+100% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12.2 (GRID RTX6000-1Q) vs 12.1 (GeForce GTX 980M SLI). Vulkan: 1.1 vs 1.1. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.4. Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 4.
| Feature | GRID RTX6000-1Q | GeForce GTX 980M SLI |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12.2 | 12.1 |
| Vulkan | 1.1 | 1.1 |
| OpenGL | 4.6+5% | 4.4 |
| Max Displays | 0 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: 7th Gen NVENC (GRID RTX6000-1Q) vs NVENC 4.0 (2x) (GeForce GTX 980M SLI). Decoder: 5th Gen NVDEC vs PureVideo HD VP6 (2x). Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9 (GRID RTX6000-1Q) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC (GeForce GTX 980M SLI).
| Feature | GRID RTX6000-1Q | GeForce GTX 980M SLI |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | 7th Gen NVENC | NVENC 4.0 (2x) |
| Decoder | 5th Gen NVDEC | PureVideo HD VP6 (2x) |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9 | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC |
Power & Dimensions
The GRID RTX6000-1Q draws 225W versus the GeForce GTX 980M SLI's 200W — a 11.8% difference. The GeForce GTX 980M SLI is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 500W (GRID RTX6000-1Q) vs 500W (GeForce GTX 980M SLI). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 1x 6-pin. Card length: 267mm vs 267mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 85°C vs 85°C.
| Feature | GRID RTX6000-1Q | GeForce GTX 980M SLI |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 225W | 200W-11% |
| Recommended PSU | 500W | 500W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | 1x 6-pin |
| Length | 267mm | 267mm |
| Height | 111mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 85°C | 85°C |
| Perf/Watt | 56.1 | 62.6+12% |
Value Analysis
The GRID RTX6000-1Q is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2014).
| Feature | GRID RTX6000-1Q | GeForce GTX 980M SLI |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $6299 | — |
| Avg Price (30d) | $1500 | — |
| Codename | GM204 | — |
| Release | August 30 2015 | October 7 2014 |
| Ranking | #525 | #263 |
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