GRID V100-2Q
VS
GeForce MX450

GRID V100-2Q vs GeForce MX450

GRID V100-2Q

2015Core: 557 MHzBoost: 1178 MHz
VS
NVIDIA

GeForce MX450

2020Core: 1395 MHzBoost: 1575 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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The GRID V100-2Q is positioned at rank 390 and the GeForce MX450 is on rank 307, so the GeForce MX450 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

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 V100-2Q

#375
Tesla K20m
MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55
38876%
#390
GRID V100-2Q
MSRP: $10000|Avg: $2000
100%
#391
Quadro FX 560
MSRP: $299|Avg: $15
100%
#392
Quadro FX 5800
MSRP: $3499|Avg: $40
92%
#393
FireStream 9170
MSRP: $1999|Avg: $20
84%
#394
RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q
MSRP: $8565|Avg: $8565
84%
#395
Quadro FX 1700
MSRP: $699|Avg: $500
82%
#396
GRID P40-6Q
MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150
79%
#397
Quadro FX 540
MSRP: $299|Avg: $15
71%
#398
Tesla M2070-Q
MSRP: $5489|Avg: $50
63%
#399
Quadro FX 1500
MSRP: $699|Avg: $30
63%
#400
Quadro 7000
MSRP: $14499|Avg: $300
63%
#401
Quadro FX 3700
MSRP: $1599|Avg: $500
61%
#402
Quadro FX 4700 X2
MSRP: $2999|Avg: $15
61%
#403
GRID M10-0B
MSRP: $4000|Avg: $1000
58%
#405
GRID K340
MSRP: $3299|Avg: $57
53%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar GeForce MX450

#63
RadeonT RX 6850M XT
MSRP: $1000|Avg: $600
94%
#297
Radeon RX 550X (móvel)
MSRP: $35|Avg: $35
730%
#299
661%
#300
660%
#304
GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50
600%
#305
Radeon RX 6300
MSRP: $60|Avg: $40
596%
#307
GeForce MX450
MSRP: $250|Avg: $200
100%
#308
Arc Graphics 140V
MSRP: $350|Avg: $300
99%
#309
Radeon R7 A8-8650
MSRP: $49|Avg: $20
99%
#312
Radeon Vega 8 Ryzen 5 3500C
MSRP: $99|Avg: $30
96%
#314
GeForce GT 720A
MSRP: $40|Avg: $40
95%
#315
GeForce MX110
MSRP: $100|Avg: $40
95%
#320
GeForce 940A
MSRP: $80|Avg: $80
93%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The GeForce MX450 uses modern memory architecture. The GeForce MX450 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GRID V100-2Q lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GRID V100-2Q is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.4% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce MX450.

InsightGRID V100-2QGeForce MX450
Performance
Leading raw performance (+2.4%)
Lower raw frame rates (-2.4%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019))
Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM
❌ Less VRAM capacity
✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency
⚡ Higher Power Consumption
💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce MX450 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $200 versus $2,000 for the GRID V100-2Q, it costs 90% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 876.1% higher cost efficiency score.

InsightGRID V100-2QGeForce MX450
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Better overall value (+876.1%)
Upfront Cost
⚠️Higher upfront cost ($2,000)
More affordable ($200)

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 V100-2Q and GeForce MX450

NVIDIA

GRID V100-2Q

The GRID V100-2Q 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: 3,811 points.

NVIDIA

GeForce MX450

The GeForce MX450 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in August 1 2020. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 1395 MHz to 1575 MHz. It has 896 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 25W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,720 points.

Graphics Performance

The GRID V100-2Q scores 3,811 and the GeForce MX450 reaches 3,720 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.4% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GRID V100-2Q is built on Maxwell 2.0 while the GeForce MX450 uses Turing, both on 28 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 2,048 (GRID V100-2Q) vs 896 (GeForce MX450). Raw compute: 4.825 TFLOPS (GRID V100-2Q) vs 3.226 TFLOPS (GeForce MX450). Boost clocks: 1178 MHz vs 1575 MHz.

FeatureGRID V100-2QGeForce MX450
G3D Mark Score
3,811+2%
3,720
Architecture
Maxwell 2.0
Turing
Process Node
28 nm
12 nm
Shading Units
2048+129%
896
Compute (TFLOPS)
4.825 TFLOPS+50%
3.226 TFLOPS
Boost Clock
1178 MHz
1575 MHz+34%
ROPs
64+100%
32
TMUs
128+100%
64

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureGRID V100-2QGeForce MX450
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)

Both cards feature 2 GB of video memory. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit.

FeatureGRID V100-2QGeForce MX450
VRAM Capacity
2 GB
2 GB
Memory Type
GDDR5
GDDR6
Bus Width
64-bit
64-bit
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Power & Dimensions

The GRID V100-2Q draws 225W versus the GeForce MX450's 25W — a 160% difference. The GeForce MX450 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID V100-2Q) vs 350W (GeForce MX450). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs Mobile.

FeatureGRID V100-2QGeForce MX450
TDP
225W
25W-89%
Recommended PSU
350W
350W
Power Connector
PCIe-powered
Mobile
Perf/Watt
16.9
148.8+780%
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Value Analysis

The GRID V100-2Q launched at $10000 MSRP and currently averages $2000, while the GeForce MX450 launched at $250 and now averages $200. The GeForce MX450 costs 90% less ($1800 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 1.9 (GRID V100-2Q) vs 18.6 (GeForce MX450) — the GeForce MX450 offers 878.9% better value. The GeForce MX450 is the newer GPU (2020 vs 2015).

FeatureGRID V100-2QGeForce MX450
MSRP
$10000
$250-98%
Avg Price (30d)
$2000
$200-90%
Performance per Dollar
1.9
18.6+879%
Codename
GM204
N17S-G5 / GP107-670-A1
Release
August 30 2015
August 1 2020
Ranking
#433
#523