GRID T4-8Q vs Radeon HD 7950 / R9 280
GRID T4-8Q
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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 T4-8Q is positioned at rank #302 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GRID T4-8Q
Performance Per Dollar
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Radeon HD 7950 / R9 280 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.1% 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 T4-8Q.
| Insight | GRID T4-8Q | Radeon HD 7950 / R9 280 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.1%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.1%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+50%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | Standard Size (278mm) |
💎 Value Proposition
The Radeon HD 7950 / R9 280 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Radeon HD 7950 / R9 280 holds the technical lead. Priced at $35 (vs $1,000), it costs 97% less, resulting in a 2758.9% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GRID T4-8Q | Radeon HD 7950 / R9 280 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+2758.9%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($1,000) | ✅More affordable ($35) |
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 T4-8Q and Radeon HD 7950 / R9 280
GRID T4-8Q
The GRID T4-8Q is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in August 30 2015. It features the Maxwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 722 MHz. It has 1536 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 100W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,762 points.
Radeon HD 7950 / R9 280
The Radeon HD 7950 / R9 280 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in January 31 2012. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The boost clock speed is 1250 MHz. It has 1792 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 200W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,765 points. Launch price was $449.
Graphics Performance
The GRID T4-8Q scores 4,762 and the Radeon HD 7950 / R9 280 reaches 4,765 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GRID T4-8Q is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the Radeon HD 7950 / R9 280 uses GCN 1.0, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 1,536 (GRID T4-8Q) vs 1,792 (Radeon HD 7950 / R9 280). Raw compute: 2.218 TFLOPS (GRID T4-8Q) vs 2.867 TFLOPS (Radeon HD 7950 / R9 280).
| Feature | GRID T4-8Q | Radeon HD 7950 / R9 280 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 4,762 | 4,765 |
| Architecture | Maxwell 2.0 | GCN 1.0 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 1536 | 1792+17% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 2.218 TFLOPS | 2.867 TFLOPS+29% |
| ROPs | 64+100% | 32 |
| TMUs | 96 | 112+17% |
| L1 Cache | 576 KB+29% | 448 KB |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB+167% | 0.75 MB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GRID T4-8Q | Radeon HD 7950 / R9 280 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | AMD Anti-Lag |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GRID T4-8Q comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the Radeon HD 7950 / R9 280 has 3 GB. The Radeon HD 7950 / R9 280 offers 50% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 384-bit. L2 Cache: 2 MB (GRID T4-8Q) vs 0.75 MB (Radeon HD 7950 / R9 280) — the GRID T4-8Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GRID T4-8Q | Radeon HD 7950 / R9 280 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Power & Dimensions
The GRID T4-8Q draws 100W versus the Radeon HD 7950 / R9 280's 200W — a 66.7% difference. The GRID T4-8Q is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID T4-8Q) vs 500W (Radeon HD 7950 / R9 280). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 2x 6-pin.
| Feature | GRID T4-8Q | Radeon HD 7950 / R9 280 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 100W-50% | 200W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W-30% | 500W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | 2x 6-pin |
| Length | — | 278mm |
| Height | — | 111mm |
| Slots | — | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 80°C |
| Perf/Watt | 47.6+100% | 23.8 |
Value Analysis
The GRID T4-8Q launched at $2500 MSRP and currently averages $1000, while the Radeon HD 7950 / R9 280 launched at $279 and now averages $35. The Radeon HD 7950 / R9 280 costs 96.5% less ($965 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 4.8 (GRID T4-8Q) vs 136.1 (Radeon HD 7950 / R9 280) — the Radeon HD 7950 / R9 280 offers 2735.4% better value. The GRID T4-8Q is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2012).
| Feature | GRID T4-8Q | Radeon HD 7950 / R9 280 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $2500 | $279-89% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $1000 | $35-97% |
| Performance per Dollar | 4.8 | 136.1+2735% |
| Codename | GM204 | Tahiti |
| Release | August 30 2015 | January 31 2012 |
| Ranking | #535 | #454 |
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