GRID RTX6000-2Q vs GeForce GTS 160M

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 RTX6000-2Q is positioned at rank 414 and the GeForce GTS 160M is on rank 275, so the GeForce GTS 160M offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

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 RTX6000-2Q

#399

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

147730%

#414

GRID RTX6000-2Q

MSRP: $6300|Avg: $1500

100%

#417

GRID M60-0B

MSRP: $19900|Avg: $19900

90%

#418

Quadro FX 4500 X2

MSRP: $2799|Avg: $2799

80%

#419

Quadro FX 5500

MSRP: $2999|Avg: $30

80%

#420

Quadro FX 1000

MSRP: $500|Avg: $30

70%

#421

Quadro FX 3400/4400

MSRP: $1799|Avg: $50

60%

#422

Quadro FX 1300

MSRP: $599|Avg: $15

60%

#423

Quadro FX 4000

MSRP: $2199|Avg: $50

50%

#424

RADEON IGP 320

MSRP: $100|Avg: $20

40%

#425

Quadro FX 500/FX 600

MSRP: $449|Avg: $15

20%

#426

Quadro FX 2000

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $40

10%

#427

GRID V100-8Q

MSRP: $10000|Avg: $10000

0%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar GeForce GTS 160M

#265

Radeon RX 550X (móvel)

MSRP: $35|Avg: $35

639%

#267

GeForce GTX 1070 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $150

580%

#268

GeForce GTX 1060 with Max-Q Design

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $100

578%

#272

GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

526%

#273

Radeon RX 6300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $40

522%

#275

GeForce GTS 160M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $30

100%

#276

GeForce GTX 470M SLI

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $60

100%

#277

Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 3 3200G

MSRP: $99|Avg: $70

99%

#279

Radeon RX Vega 9

MSRP: $99|Avg: $50

99%

#282

Iris Xe Graphics G7

MSRP: $200|Avg: $100

98%

#283

Radeon R9 M395

MSRP: $300|Avg: $300

97%

#285

GeForce GT 755M SLI

MSRP: $200|Avg: $50

97%

#287

GeForce GTX 950A

MSRP: $159|Avg: $30

96%

#288

Radeon 540X

MSRP: $99|Avg: $40

94%

#289

GeForce 930MX

MSRP: $80|Avg: $25

94%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTS 160M is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 3.5% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (1 GB vs 512 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GRID RTX6000-2Q.

Insight	GRID RTX6000-2Q	GeForce GTS 160M
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-3.5%)	✅Leading raw performance (+3.5%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / Kepler (2012−2018))
Ecosystem	✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+100%)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	—	—

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTS 160M offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTS 160M holds the technical lead. Priced at $30 (vs $1,500), it costs 98% less, resulting in a 5075.3% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GRID RTX6000-2Q	GeForce GTS 160M
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+5075.3%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($1,500)	✅More affordable ($30)

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 RTX6000-2Q Benchmark Check

GeForce GTS 160M Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GRID RTX6000-2Q and GeForce GTS 160M

GRID RTX6000-2Q

The GRID RTX6000-2Q 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: 656 points.

GeForce GTS 160M

The GeForce GTS 160M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 22 2012. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from Up to 900 MHz to 950 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 45W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 679 points.

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Graphics Performance

The GRID RTX6000-2Q scores 656 and the GeForce GTS 160M reaches 679 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 3.5% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GRID RTX6000-2Q is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the GeForce GTS 160M uses Kepler, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 2,048 (GRID RTX6000-2Q) vs 384 (GeForce GTS 160M). Raw compute: 4.825 TFLOPS (GRID RTX6000-2Q) vs 0.7296 TFLOPS (GeForce GTS 160M). Boost clocks: 1178 MHz vs 950 MHz.

Feature	GRID RTX6000-2Q	GeForce GTS 160M
G3D Mark Score	656	679+4%
Architecture	Maxwell 2.0	Kepler
Process Node	28 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	2048+433%	384
Compute (TFLOPS)	4.825 TFLOPS+561%	0.7296 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	1178 MHz+24%	950 MHz
ROPs	64+300%	16
TMUs	128+300%	32
L1 Cache	768 KB+2300%	32 KB
L2 Cache	2 MB+700%	0.25 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GRID RTX6000-2Q	GeForce GTS 160M
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	NVIDIA Reflex	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GRID RTX6000-2Q comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTS 160M has 1 GB. The GeForce GTS 160M offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 2 MB (GRID RTX6000-2Q) vs 0.25 MB (GeForce GTS 160M) — the GRID RTX6000-2Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GRID RTX6000-2Q	GeForce GTS 160M
VRAM Capacity	0.5 GB	1 GB+100%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	128-bit+100%
L2 Cache	2 MB+700%	0.25 MB

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Power & Dimensions

The GRID RTX6000-2Q draws 225W versus the GeForce GTS 160M's 45W — a 133.3% difference. The GeForce GTS 160M is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID RTX6000-2Q) vs 350W (GeForce GTS 160M). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs Legacy.

Feature	GRID RTX6000-2Q	GeForce GTS 160M
TDP	225W	45W-80%
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	Legacy
Slots	—	0
Temp (Load)	—	90°C
Perf/Watt	2.9	15.1+421%

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTS 160M costs 98% less ($1470 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 0.4 (GRID RTX6000-2Q) vs 22.6 (GeForce GTS 160M) — the GeForce GTS 160M offers 5550% better value. The GRID RTX6000-2Q is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2012).