GRID RTX6000-1Q vs GeForce RTX 4060
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 RTX 4060
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The GeForce RTX 4060 is significantly newer (2023 vs 2015). The GeForce RTX 4060 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GRID RTX6000-1Q lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce RTX 4060 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 54.9% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GRID RTX6000-1Q.
| Insight | GRID RTX6000-1Q | GeForce RTX 4060 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-54.9%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+54.9%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019)) | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ada Lovelace (2022−2024) / 5nm) |
| Ecosystem | ✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | 🎮 High Capacity (8 GB) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (267mm) | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce RTX 4060 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $299 versus $1,500 for the GRID RTX6000-1Q, it costs 80% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 677.3% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GRID RTX6000-1Q | GeForce RTX 4060 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+677.3%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($1,500) | ✅More affordable ($299) |
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 RTX 4060
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 RTX 4060
The GeForce RTX 4060 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 18 2023. It features the Ada Lovelace architecture. The core clock ranges from 1830 MHz to 2460 MHz. It has 3072 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 115W. Manufactured using 5 nm process technology. It features 24 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 19,548 points. Launch price was $299.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GRID RTX6000-1Q scores 12,617 versus the GeForce RTX 4060's 19,548 — the GeForce RTX 4060 leads by 54.9%. The GRID RTX6000-1Q is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the GeForce RTX 4060 uses Ada Lovelace, both on 28 nm vs 5 nm. Shader units: 2,048 (GRID RTX6000-1Q) vs 3,072 (GeForce RTX 4060). Raw compute: 4.825 TFLOPS (GRID RTX6000-1Q) vs 15.11 TFLOPS (GeForce RTX 4060). Boost clocks: 1178 MHz vs 2460 MHz.
| Feature | GRID RTX6000-1Q | GeForce RTX 4060 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 12,617 | 19,548+55% |
| Architecture | Maxwell 2.0 | Ada Lovelace |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 5 nm |
| Shading Units | 2048 | 3072+50% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 4.825 TFLOPS | 15.11 TFLOPS+213% |
| Boost Clock | 1178 MHz | 2460 MHz+109% |
| ROPs | 64+33% | 48 |
| TMUs | 128+33% | 96 |
| L1 Cache | 0.75 MB | 3 MB+300% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB | 24 MB+1100% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
A critical advantage for the GeForce RTX 4060 is support for DLSS 3 Frame Gen. This allows it to generate entire frames using AI/Algorithms, essentially doubling the frame rate in CPU-bound scenarios or heavy ray-tracing titles. The GRID RTX6000-1Q lacks specific hardware/driver support for this native frame generation tier.
| Feature | GRID RTX6000-1Q | GeForce RTX 4060 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | DLSS 3.5 |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | DLSS 3.0 (Native) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | Yes (DLSS 3.5) |
| Low Latency | NVIDIA Reflex | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
Both cards feature 8 GB of GDDR6. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 2 MB (GRID RTX6000-1Q) vs 24 MB (GeForce RTX 4060) — the GeForce RTX 4060 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GRID RTX6000-1Q | GeForce RTX 4060 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | 128-bit |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB | 24 MB+1100% |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12.2 (GRID RTX6000-1Q) vs 12 Ultimate (GeForce RTX 4060). Vulkan: 1.1 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 4.
| Feature | GRID RTX6000-1Q | GeForce RTX 4060 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12.2+2% | 12 Ultimate |
| Vulkan | 1.1 | 1.3+18% |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 0 | 4 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: 7th Gen NVENC (GRID RTX6000-1Q) vs NVENC 8th gen (GeForce RTX 4060). Decoder: 5th Gen NVDEC vs NVDEC 5th gen. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9 (GRID RTX6000-1Q) vs H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1 (GeForce RTX 4060).
| Feature | GRID RTX6000-1Q | GeForce RTX 4060 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | 7th Gen NVENC | NVENC 8th gen |
| Decoder | 5th Gen NVDEC | NVDEC 5th gen |
| Codecs | MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9 | H.264,H.265/HEVC,AV1 |
Power & Dimensions
The GRID RTX6000-1Q draws 225W versus the GeForce RTX 4060's 115W — a 64.7% difference. The GeForce RTX 4060 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 500W (GRID RTX6000-1Q) vs 550W (GeForce RTX 4060). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 8-pin. Card length: 267mm vs 240mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 85°C vs 73°C.
| Feature | GRID RTX6000-1Q | GeForce RTX 4060 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 225W | 115W-49% |
| Recommended PSU | 500W-9% | 550W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | 8-pin |
| Length | 267mm | 240mm |
| Height | 111mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 85°C | 73°C-14% |
| Perf/Watt | 56.1 | 170.0+203% |
Value Analysis
The GRID RTX6000-1Q launched at $6299 MSRP and currently averages $1500, while the GeForce RTX 4060 launched at $299 and now averages $299. The GeForce RTX 4060 costs 80.1% less ($1201 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 8.4 (GRID RTX6000-1Q) vs 65.4 (GeForce RTX 4060) — the GeForce RTX 4060 offers 678.6% better value. The GeForce RTX 4060 is the newer GPU (2023 vs 2015).
| Feature | GRID RTX6000-1Q | GeForce RTX 4060 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $6299 | $299-95% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $1500 | $299-80% |
| Performance per Dollar | 8.4 | 65.4+679% |
| Codename | GM204 | AD107 |
| Release | August 30 2015 | May 18 2023 |
| Ranking | #525 | #84 |
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