GRID T4-1Q vs Quadro K5100M

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.

GRID T4-1Q vs Quadro K5100M FPS Benchmarks

Predicted gaming performance across popular games. Tested paired with Ryzen 7 9800X3D to isolate GPU performance.

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GRID T4-1Q vs Quadro K5100M: Pros, Cons & Final Verdict

See where each GPU makes more sense in practice: raw FPS, VRAM, features, power draw, pricing, and long-term headroom.

GRID T4-1Q

2015

Why buy it

✅Delivers 100+% more G3D Mark for each dollar spent, at 1.8 vs 0 G3D/$ ($1,880 MSRP vs Unknown MSRP).

Trade-offs

❌Less VRAM, with 2 GB vs 8 GB for high-resolution textures and newer games.
❌2015 hardware with 2 GB of VRAM is already well past its comfortable zone for modern gaming, so it is hard to recommend now.
❌125% higher power demand at 225W vs 100W.

Quadro K5100M

2013

Why buy it

✅300% more VRAM for high-resolution textures and newer games (8 GB vs 2 GB).
✅Draws 100W instead of 225W, a 125W reduction.

Trade-offs

❌2013 hardware with 8 GB of VRAM is already well past its comfortable zone for modern gaming, so it is hard to recommend now.
❌Lower G3D Mark per dollar, at 0 vs 1.8 G3D/$ (Unknown MSRP vs $1,880 MSRP).

Quick Answers

Which GPU is faster for gaming right now?

GRID T4-1Q is the faster gaming card right now based on the synthetic data we have. It leads by 1.2% in PassMark G3D (3,303 vs 3,264), which is the best performance signal available in this matchup.

Which GPU is the safer long-term pick for 2026 and beyond?

GRID T4-1Q is the safer long-term pick for 2026 and beyond. The case is simple: a newer 2015 generation instead of 2013. That makes it the less risky pick as game demands keep moving.

Which GPU is the better buy today?

GRID T4-1Q makes the most sense today based on the pricing and value data we have for this matchup.

GRID T4-1Q vs Quadro K5100M Technical Specifications

Side-by-side specs, architecture details, clocks, memory, power, and platform differences.

GRID T4-1Q

The GRID T4-1Q 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: 3,303 points.

Quadro K5100M

The Quadro K5100M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in July 23 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 771 MHz. It has 1536 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 100W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,264 points.

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Graphics Performance

The GRID T4-1Q scores 3,303 and the Quadro K5100M reaches 3,264 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GRID T4-1Q is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the Quadro K5100M uses Kepler, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 2,048 (GRID T4-1Q) vs 1,536 (Quadro K5100M). Raw compute: 4.825 TFLOPS (GRID T4-1Q) vs 2.369 TFLOPS (Quadro K5100M).

Feature	GRID T4-1Q	Quadro K5100M
G3D Mark Score	3,303+1%	3,264
Architecture	Maxwell 2.0	Kepler
Process Node	28 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	2048+33%	1536
Compute (TFLOPS)	4.825 TFLOPS+104%	2.369 TFLOPS
ROPs	64+100%	32
TMUs	128	128
L1 Cache	768 KB+500%	128 KB
L2 Cache	2 MB+300%	0.5 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GRID T4-1Q	Quadro K5100M
Upscaling Tech	Upscaling support	Upscaling support
Frame Generation	Not Supported	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GRID T4-1Q has 2 GB of VRAM, while the Quadro K5100M carries 8 GB. Quadro K5100M gives you 300% more memory capacity, which matters more once you move into heavier textures, mods, or higher resolutions. Memory bus width is 64-bit on the GRID T4-1Q and 64-bit on the Quadro K5100M. L2 Cache: 2 MB (GRID T4-1Q) vs 0.5 MB (Quadro K5100M) — the GRID T4-1Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GRID T4-1Q	Quadro K5100M
VRAM Capacity	2 GB	8 GB+300%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	64-bit
L2 Cache	2 MB+300%	0.5 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12_1 (GRID T4-1Q) vs 12 (11_0) (Quadro K5100M). Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 4.

Feature	GRID T4-1Q	Quadro K5100M
DirectX	12_1	12 (11_0)
Max Displays	0	4

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Power & Dimensions

The GRID T4-1Q draws 225W versus the Quadro K5100M's 100W — a 76.9% difference. The Quadro K5100M is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID T4-1Q) vs 350W (Quadro K5100M). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.

Feature	GRID T4-1Q	Quadro K5100M
TDP	225W	100W-56%
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	PCIe-powered
Length	1mm	—
Slots	0	0
Temp (Load)	—	85°C
Perf/Watt	14.7	32.6+122%

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Value Analysis

The newer card here is GRID T4-1Q (2015 vs 2013).

Feature	GRID T4-1Q	Quadro K5100M
MSRP	$1880	—
Codename	GM204	GK104
Release	August 30 2015	July 23 2013
Ranking	#525	#562

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