GRID RTX6000-8Q vs GeForce GTX 580

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

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Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 580 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.7% higher G3D Mark score and 50% more VRAM (3 GB vs 2 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GRID RTX6000-8Q.

Insight	GRID RTX6000-8Q	GeForce GTX 580
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.7%)	✅Leading raw performance (+2.7%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi 2.0 (2010−2014))
Ecosystem	✨ DLSS 2 Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+50%)
Efficiency	Normal Efficiency	Normal Efficiency
Case Fit	Standard Size (267mm)	Standard Size (267mm)

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 580 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 580 holds the technical lead. Priced at $30 (vs $500), it costs 94% less, resulting in a 1611% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GRID RTX6000-8Q	GeForce GTX 580
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+1611%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($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 RTX6000-8Q Benchmark Check

GeForce GTX 580 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GRID RTX6000-8Q and GeForce GTX 580

GRID RTX6000-8Q

The GRID RTX6000-8Q 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: 4,514 points.

GeForce GTX 580

The GeForce GTX 580 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in November 9 2010. It features the Fermi 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 772 MHz. It has 512 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 244W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,634 points. Launch price was $499.

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Graphics Performance

The GRID RTX6000-8Q scores 4,514 and the GeForce GTX 580 reaches 4,634 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.7% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GRID RTX6000-8Q is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the GeForce GTX 580 uses Fermi 2.0, both on 28 nm vs 40 nm. Shader units: 2,048 (GRID RTX6000-8Q) vs 512 (GeForce GTX 580). Raw compute: 4.825 TFLOPS (GRID RTX6000-8Q) vs 1.581 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 580).

Feature	GRID RTX6000-8Q	GeForce GTX 580
G3D Mark Score	4,514	4,634+3%
Architecture	Maxwell 2.0	Fermi 2.0
Process Node	28 nm	40 nm
Shading Units	2048+300%	512
Compute (TFLOPS)	4.825 TFLOPS+205%	1.581 TFLOPS
ROPs	64+33%	48
TMUs	128+100%	64
L1 Cache	0.75 MB	1 MB+33%
L2 Cache	2 MB+167%	0.75 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GRID RTX6000-8Q	GeForce GTX 580
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

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GRID RTX6000-8Q comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 580 has 3 GB. The GeForce GTX 580 offers 50% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 384-bit. L2 Cache: 2 MB (GRID RTX6000-8Q) vs 0.75 MB (GeForce GTX 580) — the GRID RTX6000-8Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GRID RTX6000-8Q	GeForce GTX 580
VRAM Capacity	2 GB	3 GB+50%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	384-bit+500%
L2 Cache	2 MB+167%	0.75 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12_2 (GRID RTX6000-8Q) vs 12 (11_0) (GeForce GTX 580). Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 2.

Feature	GRID RTX6000-8Q	GeForce GTX 580
DirectX	12_2	12 (11_0)
Max Displays	0	2

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 7th Gen (GRID RTX6000-8Q) vs None (GeForce GTX 580). Decoder: NVDEC 4th Gen vs PureVideo HD VP4.

Feature	GRID RTX6000-8Q	GeForce GTX 580
Encoder	NVENC 7th Gen	None
Decoder	NVDEC 4th Gen	PureVideo HD VP4
Codecs	—	H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1

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Power & Dimensions

The GRID RTX6000-8Q draws 225W versus the GeForce GTX 580's 244W — a 8.1% difference. The GRID RTX6000-8Q is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID RTX6000-8Q) vs 550W (GeForce GTX 580). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 6-pin + 8-pin. Card length: 267mm vs 267mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots.

Feature	GRID RTX6000-8Q	GeForce GTX 580
TDP	225W-8%	244W
Recommended PSU	350W-36%	550W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	6-pin + 8-pin
Length	267mm	267mm
Height	—	111mm
Slots	2	2
Temp (Load)	—	85 C
Perf/Watt	20.1+6%	19.0

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Value Analysis

The GRID RTX6000-8Q launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $500, while the GeForce GTX 580 launched at $499 and now averages $30. The GeForce GTX 580 costs 94% less ($470 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 9.0 (GRID RTX6000-8Q) vs 154.5 (GeForce GTX 580) — the GeForce GTX 580 offers 1616.7% better value. The GRID RTX6000-8Q is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2010).