GRID T4-2Q vs FirePro S7150
GRID T4-2Q
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Performance Spectrum - GPU
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.
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 T4-2Q is positioned at rank 231 and the FirePro S7150 is on rank 315, so the GRID T4-2Q offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GRID T4-2Q
Performance Per Dollar FirePro S7150
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The FirePro S7150 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.8% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (4 GB vs 2 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GRID T4-2Q.
| Insight | GRID T4-2Q | FirePro S7150 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.8%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+2.8%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / GCN 3.0 (2014−2019)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+100%) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The FirePro S7150 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the FirePro S7150 holds the technical lead. Priced at $459 (vs $600), it costs 24% less, resulting in a 34.4% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GRID T4-2Q | FirePro S7150 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+34.4%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($600) | ✅More affordable ($459) |
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 T4-2Q and FirePro S7150
GRID T4-2Q
The GRID T4-2Q 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: 3,668 points.
FirePro S7150
The FirePro S7150 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in February 1 2016. It features the GCN 3.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 920 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,770 points. Launch price was $2,399.
Graphics Performance
The GRID T4-2Q scores 3,668 and the FirePro S7150 reaches 3,770 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.8% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GRID T4-2Q is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the FirePro S7150 uses GCN 3.0, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 2,048 (GRID T4-2Q) vs 2,048 (FirePro S7150). Raw compute: 4.825 TFLOPS (GRID T4-2Q) vs 3.768 TFLOPS (FirePro S7150).
| Feature | GRID T4-2Q | FirePro S7150 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 3,668 | 3,770+3% |
| Architecture | Maxwell 2.0 | GCN 3.0 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 2048 | 2048 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 4.825 TFLOPS+28% | 3.768 TFLOPS |
| ROPs | 64+100% | 32 |
| TMUs | 128 | 128 |
| L1 Cache | 768 KB+50% | 512 KB |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB+300% | 0.5 MB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GRID T4-2Q | FirePro S7150 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GRID T4-2Q comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the FirePro S7150 has 4 GB. The FirePro S7150 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 2 MB (GRID T4-2Q) vs 0.5 MB (FirePro S7150) — the GRID T4-2Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GRID T4-2Q | FirePro S7150 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | 4 GB+100% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB+300% | 0.5 MB |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GRID T4-2Q) vs 12 (FirePro S7150). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.2. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 0.
| Feature | GRID T4-2Q | FirePro S7150 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 Ultimate | 12 |
| Vulkan | 1.3+8% | 1.2 |
| OpenGL | 4.6 | 4.6 |
| Max Displays | 0 | 0 |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: NVENC 6th Gen (GRID T4-2Q) vs VCE 3.0 (FirePro S7150). Decoder: NVDEC 4th Gen vs UVD 5.0. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265,VP9 (GRID T4-2Q) vs H.264,H.265 (FirePro S7150).
| Feature | GRID T4-2Q | FirePro S7150 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVENC 6th Gen | VCE 3.0 |
| Decoder | NVDEC 4th Gen | UVD 5.0 |
| Codecs | H.264,H.265,VP9 | H.264,H.265 |
Power & Dimensions
The GRID T4-2Q draws 225W versus the FirePro S7150's 150W — a 40% difference. The FirePro S7150 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID T4-2Q) vs 350W (FirePro S7150). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 168mm vs 241mm, occupying 1 vs 1 slots. Typical load temperature: 70 vs 70°C.
| Feature | GRID T4-2Q | FirePro S7150 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 225W | 150W-33% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 168mm | 241mm |
| Height | 69mm | 111mm |
| Slots | 1 | 1 |
| Temp (Load) | 70 | 70°C |
| Perf/Watt | 16.3 | 25.1+54% |
Value Analysis
The GRID T4-2Q launched at $845 MSRP and currently averages $600, while the FirePro S7150 launched at $2399 and now averages $459. The FirePro S7150 costs 23.5% less ($141 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 6.1 (GRID T4-2Q) vs 8.2 (FirePro S7150) — the FirePro S7150 offers 34.4% better value. The FirePro S7150 is the newer GPU (2016 vs 2015).
| Feature | GRID T4-2Q | FirePro S7150 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $845-65% | $2399 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $600 | $459-24% |
| Performance per Dollar | 6.1 | 8.2+34% |
| Codename | GM204 | Tonga |
| Release | August 30 2015 | February 1 2016 |
| Ranking | #433 | #521 |
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