GRID T4-2Q
VS
Radeon RX 560

GRID T4-2Q vs Radeon RX 560

GRID T4-2Q

2015Core: 557 MHzBoost: 1178 MHz
VS
AMD

Radeon RX 560

2017Core: 1175 MHzBoost: 1275 MHz

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. The GRID T4-2Q is positioned at rank #231 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

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 T4-2Q

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100%
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RTX 6000 Ada Generation
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97%
#98
RTX 5880 Ada Generation
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96%
#99
Tesla M40
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94%
#100
Radeon PRO W7900 Dual Slot
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87%
#101
84%
#102
Radeon Pro Vega II Duo
MSRP: $4399|Avg: $3500
74%
#216
Tesla K20m
MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55
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#231
GRID T4-2Q
MSRP: $845|Avg: $600
100%
#238
FirePro 3D V3800
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84%
#240
Quadro K600
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#241
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83%
#242
Quadro P5000 (móvel)
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#243
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81%
#244
Quadro P500
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76%
#246
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73%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Radeon RX 560 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.4% 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.

InsightGRID T4-2QRadeon RX 560
Performance
Lower raw frame rates (-0.4%)
Leading raw performance (+0.4%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019))
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / GCN 4.0 (2016−2020))
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 Radeon RX 560 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Radeon RX 560 holds the technical lead. Priced at $60 (vs $600), it costs 90% less, resulting in a 903.8% higher cost efficiency score.

InsightGRID T4-2QRadeon RX 560
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Better overall value (+903.8%)
Upfront Cost
⚠️Higher upfront cost ($600)
More affordable ($60)

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 Radeon RX 560

NVIDIA

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.

AMD

Radeon RX 560

The Radeon RX 560 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in April 18 2017. It features the GCN 4.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1175 MHz to 1275 MHz. It has 1024 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,682 points. Launch price was $99.

Graphics Performance

The GRID T4-2Q scores 3,668 and the Radeon RX 560 reaches 3,682 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.4% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GRID T4-2Q is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the Radeon RX 560 uses GCN 4.0, both on 28 nm vs 14 nm. Shader units: 2,048 (GRID T4-2Q) vs 1,024 (Radeon RX 560). Raw compute: 4.825 TFLOPS (GRID T4-2Q) vs 2.611 TFLOPS (Radeon RX 560). Boost clocks: 1178 MHz vs 1275 MHz.

FeatureGRID T4-2QRadeon RX 560
G3D Mark Score
3,668
3,682
Architecture
Maxwell 2.0
GCN 4.0
Process Node
28 nm
14 nm
Shading Units
2048+100%
1024
Compute (TFLOPS)
4.825 TFLOPS+85%
2.611 TFLOPS
Boost Clock
1178 MHz
1275 MHz+8%
ROPs
64+300%
16
TMUs
128+100%
64
L1 Cache
768 KB+200%
256 KB
L2 Cache
2 MB+100%
1 MB

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureGRID T4-2QRadeon RX 560
Upscaling Tech
FSR 1.0 (Software)
FSR 2.1
Frame Generation
Not Supported
FSR 3 (Compatible)
Ray Reconstruction
No
No
Low Latency
Standard
AMD Anti-Lag
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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GRID T4-2Q comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the Radeon RX 560 has 4 GB. The Radeon RX 560 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 256-bit. L2 Cache: 2 MB (GRID T4-2Q) vs 1 MB (Radeon RX 560) — the GRID T4-2Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

FeatureGRID T4-2QRadeon RX 560
VRAM Capacity
2 GB
4 GB+100%
Memory Type
GDDR5
GDDR5
Bus Width
64-bit
256-bit+300%
L2 Cache
2 MB+100%
1 MB
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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 Ultimate (GRID T4-2Q) vs 12 (12_0) (Radeon RX 560). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.3. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 3.

FeatureGRID T4-2QRadeon RX 560
DirectX
12 Ultimate
12 (12_0)
Vulkan
1.3
1.3
OpenGL
4.6
4.6
Max Displays
0
3
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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 6th Gen (GRID T4-2Q) vs VCE 3.4 (Radeon RX 560). Decoder: NVDEC 4th Gen vs UVD 6.3. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265,VP9 (GRID T4-2Q) vs HEVC,H.264,VP9,MPEG-4 (Radeon RX 560).

FeatureGRID T4-2QRadeon RX 560
Encoder
NVENC 6th Gen
VCE 3.4
Decoder
NVDEC 4th Gen
UVD 6.3
Codecs
H.264,H.265,VP9
HEVC,H.264,VP9,MPEG-4
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Power & Dimensions

The GRID T4-2Q draws 225W versus the Radeon RX 560's 75W — a 100% difference. The Radeon RX 560 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID T4-2Q) vs 450W (Radeon RX 560). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs None. Card length: 168mm vs 170mm, occupying 1 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 70 vs 70 C.

FeatureGRID T4-2QRadeon RX 560
TDP
225W
75W-67%
Recommended PSU
350W-22%
450W
Power Connector
PCIe-powered
None
Length
168mm
170mm
Height
69mm
112mm
Slots
1-50%
2
Temp (Load)
70
70 C
Perf/Watt
16.3
49.1+201%
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Value Analysis

The GRID T4-2Q launched at $845 MSRP and currently averages $600, while the Radeon RX 560 launched at $99 and now averages $60. The Radeon RX 560 costs 90% less ($540 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 6.1 (GRID T4-2Q) vs 61.4 (Radeon RX 560) — the Radeon RX 560 offers 906.6% better value. The Radeon RX 560 is the newer GPU (2017 vs 2015).

FeatureGRID T4-2QRadeon RX 560
MSRP
$845
$99-88%
Avg Price (30d)
$600
$60-90%
Performance per Dollar
6.1
61.4+907%
Codename
GM204
Polaris 21
Release
August 30 2015
April 18 2017
Ranking
#433
#527