
GRID V100-8Q vs GeForce FX 5600XT

GRID V100-8Q
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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.
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Performance Per Dollar
Performance Per Dollar GeForce FX 5600XT
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GRID V100-8Q is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 77.8% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce FX 5600XT.
| Insight | GRID V100-8Q | GeForce FX 5600XT |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+77.8%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-77.8%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Maxwell (2014−2017)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / Fermi 2.0 (2010−2014)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce FX 5600XT offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce FX 5600XT holds the technical lead. Priced at $10 (vs $10,000), it costs 100% less, resulting in a 56150% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GRID V100-8Q | GeForce FX 5600XT |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+56150%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($10,000) | ✅More affordable ($10) |
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 V100-8Q and GeForce FX 5600XT

GRID V100-8Q
The GRID V100-8Q is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 18 2016. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 1033 MHz to 1306 MHz. It has 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 225W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 16 points.

GeForce FX 5600XT
The GeForce FX 5600XT is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 17 2011. It features the Rankine architecture. The core clock speed is 810 MHz. It has 336 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 9 points. Launch price was $199.
Graphics Performance
In G3D Mark, the GRID V100-8Q scores 16 versus the GeForce FX 5600XT's 9 — the GRID V100-8Q leads by 77.8%. The GRID V100-8Q is built on Maxwell while the GeForce FX 5600XT uses Rankine, both on 28 nm vs 40 nm. Shader units: 640 (GRID V100-8Q) vs 336 (GeForce FX 5600XT). Raw compute: 1.672 TFLOPS (GRID V100-8Q) vs 1.089 TFLOPS (GeForce FX 5600XT).
| Feature | GRID V100-8Q | GeForce FX 5600XT |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 16+78% | 9 |
| Architecture | Maxwell | Rankine |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 40 nm |
| Shading Units | 640+90% | 336 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 1.672 TFLOPS+54% | 1.089 TFLOPS |
| ROPs | 16 | 32+100% |
| TMUs | 40 | 56+40% |
| L1 Cache | 320 KB | 448 KB+40% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB+300% | 0.5 MB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GRID V100-8Q | GeForce FX 5600XT |
|---|---|---|
| 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 512 MB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 2 MB (GRID V100-8Q) vs 0.5 MB (GeForce FX 5600XT) — the GRID V100-8Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GRID V100-8Q | GeForce FX 5600XT |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 128-bit+100% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB+300% | 0.5 MB |
Power & Dimensions
The GRID V100-8Q draws 225W versus the GeForce FX 5600XT's 150W — a 40% difference. The GeForce FX 5600XT is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID V100-8Q) vs 350W (GeForce FX 5600XT). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs Legacy.
| Feature | GRID V100-8Q | GeForce FX 5600XT |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 225W | 150W-33% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | Legacy |
| Slots | — | 1 |
| Temp (Load) | — | 55°C |
| Perf/Watt | 0.1 | 0.1 |
Value Analysis
The GRID V100-8Q launched at $10000 MSRP and currently averages $10000, while the GeForce FX 5600XT launched at $129 and now averages $10. The GeForce FX 5600XT costs 99.9% less ($9990 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 0.0 (GRID V100-8Q) vs 0.9 (GeForce FX 5600XT) — the GeForce FX 5600XT offers 100+% better value. The GRID V100-8Q is the newer GPU (2016 vs 2011).
| Feature | GRID V100-8Q | GeForce FX 5600XT |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $10000 | $129-99% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $10000 | $10-100% |
| Performance per Dollar | 0.0 | 0.9 |
| Codename | GM107 | GF114 |
| Release | May 18 2016 | May 17 2011 |
| Ranking | #622 | #605 |
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