GRID V100D-8Q vs GeForce GTX 660
GRID V100D-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 V100D-8Q is positioned at rank #387 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 V100D-8Q
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Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GRID V100D-8Q is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.9% higher G3D Mark score. However, the GeForce GTX 660 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | GRID V100D-8Q | GeForce GTX 660 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+2.9%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.9%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Maxwell (2014−2017)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / Kepler (2012−2018)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+50%) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | — | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce GTX 660 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 660 holds the technical lead. Priced at $15 (vs $10,000), it costs 100% less, resulting in a 64705.9% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GRID V100D-8Q | GeForce GTX 660 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+64705.9%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($10,000) | ✅More affordable ($15) |
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 V100D-8Q and GeForce GTX 660
GRID V100D-8Q
The GRID V100D-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: 4,156 points.
GeForce GTX 660
The GeForce GTX 660 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in September 6 2012. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 980 MHz to 1033 MHz. It has 960 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 140W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,040 points. Launch price was $229.
Graphics Performance
The GRID V100D-8Q scores 4,156 and the GeForce GTX 660 reaches 4,040 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.9% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GRID V100D-8Q is built on Maxwell while the GeForce GTX 660 uses Kepler, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 640 (GRID V100D-8Q) vs 960 (GeForce GTX 660). Raw compute: 1.672 TFLOPS (GRID V100D-8Q) vs 1.981 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 660). Boost clocks: 1306 MHz vs 1033 MHz.
| Feature | GRID V100D-8Q | GeForce GTX 660 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 4,156+3% | 4,040 |
| Architecture | Maxwell | Kepler |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 640 | 960+50% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 1.672 TFLOPS | 1.981 TFLOPS+18% |
| Boost Clock | 1306 MHz+26% | 1033 MHz |
| ROPs | 16 | 24+50% |
| TMUs | 40 | 80+100% |
| L1 Cache | 320 KB+300% | 80 KB |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB+426% | 0.38 MB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GRID V100D-8Q | GeForce GTX 660 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 2.1 (Compatible) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | FSR 3 (Compatible) |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GRID V100D-8Q comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the GeForce GTX 660 has 3 GB. The GeForce GTX 660 offers 50% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 192-bit. L2 Cache: 2 MB (GRID V100D-8Q) vs 0.38 MB (GeForce GTX 660) — the GRID V100D-8Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GRID V100D-8Q | GeForce GTX 660 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | 3 GB+50% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 192-bit+200% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB+426% | 0.38 MB |
Power & Dimensions
The GRID V100D-8Q draws 225W versus the GeForce GTX 660's 140W — a 46.6% difference. The GeForce GTX 660 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID V100D-8Q) vs 450W (GeForce GTX 660). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs 1x 6-pin.
| Feature | GRID V100D-8Q | GeForce GTX 660 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 225W | 140W-38% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W-22% | 450W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | 1x 6-pin |
| Length | — | 241mm |
| Slots | — | 2 |
| Perf/Watt | 18.5 | 28.9+56% |
Value Analysis
The GRID V100D-8Q launched at $10000 MSRP and currently averages $10000, while the GeForce GTX 660 launched at $229 and now averages $15. The GeForce GTX 660 costs 99.9% less ($9985 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 0.4 (GRID V100D-8Q) vs 269.3 (GeForce GTX 660) — the GeForce GTX 660 offers 67225% better value. The GRID V100D-8Q is the newer GPU (2016 vs 2012).
| Feature | GRID V100D-8Q | GeForce GTX 660 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $10000 | $229-98% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $10000 | $15-100% |
| Performance per Dollar | 0.4 | 269.3+67225% |
| Codename | GM107 | GK106 |
| Release | May 18 2016 | September 6 2012 |
| Ranking | #622 | #490 |
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