
GRID T4-8Q vs RTXA5000-24Q

GRID T4-8Q
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RTXA5000-24Q
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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 T4-8Q is positioned at rank 302 and the RTXA5000-24Q is on rank 331, so the GRID T4-8Q offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GRID T4-8Q
Performance Per Dollar RTXA5000-24Q
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The RTXA5000-24Q is significantly newer (2021 vs 2015). The RTXA5000-24Q likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GRID T4-8Q lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The RTXA5000-24Q is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.9% higher G3D Mark score. 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 | RTXA5000-24Q |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.9%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.9%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019)) | 🏆Elite Architecture (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | ✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The GRID T4-8Q offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $1,000 versus $2,100 for the RTXA5000-24Q, it costs 52% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 108.2% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GRID T4-8Q | RTXA5000-24Q |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+108.2%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($1,000) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($2,100) |
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 RTXA5000-24Q

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.

RTXA5000-24Q
The RTXA5000-24Q is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in April 12 2021. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1170 MHz to 1695 MHz. It has 8192 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 230W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 64 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,803 points.
Graphics Performance
The GRID T4-8Q scores 4,762 and the RTXA5000-24Q reaches 4,803 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.9% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GRID T4-8Q is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the RTXA5000-24Q uses Ampere, both on 28 nm vs 8 nm. Shader units: 1,536 (GRID T4-8Q) vs 8,192 (RTXA5000-24Q). Raw compute: 2.218 TFLOPS (GRID T4-8Q) vs 27.77 TFLOPS (RTXA5000-24Q).
| Feature | GRID T4-8Q | RTXA5000-24Q |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 4,762 | 4,803 |
| Architecture | Maxwell 2.0 | Ampere |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 8 nm |
| Shading Units | 1536 | 8192+433% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 2.218 TFLOPS | 27.77 TFLOPS+1152% |
| ROPs | 64 | 96+50% |
| TMUs | 96 | 256+167% |
| L1 Cache | 0.56 MB | 8 MB+1329% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB | 6 MB+200% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GRID T4-8Q | RTXA5000-24Q |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | NVIDIA Reflex |
Video Memory (VRAM)
Both cards feature 2 GB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 2 MB (GRID T4-8Q) vs 6 MB (RTXA5000-24Q) — the RTXA5000-24Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GRID T4-8Q | RTXA5000-24Q |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | 2 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB | 6 MB+200% |
Power & Dimensions
The GRID T4-8Q draws 100W versus the RTXA5000-24Q's 230W — a 78.8% difference. The GRID T4-8Q is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID T4-8Q) vs 350W (RTXA5000-24Q). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | GRID T4-8Q | RTXA5000-24Q |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 100W-57% | 230W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | PCIe-powered |
| Perf/Watt | 47.6+128% | 20.9 |
Value Analysis
The GRID T4-8Q launched at $2500 MSRP and currently averages $1000, while the RTXA5000-24Q launched at $3721 and now averages $2100. The GRID T4-8Q costs 52.4% less ($1100 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 4.8 (GRID T4-8Q) vs 2.3 (RTXA5000-24Q) — the GRID T4-8Q offers 108.7% better value. The RTXA5000-24Q is the newer GPU (2021 vs 2015).
| Feature | GRID T4-8Q | RTXA5000-24Q |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $2500-33% | $3721 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $1000-52% | $2100 |
| Performance per Dollar | 4.8+109% | 2.3 |
| Codename | GM204 | GA102 |
| Release | August 30 2015 | April 12 2021 |
| Ranking | #535 | #53 |
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