GRID V100D-8Q vs Quadro M2000

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.

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 V100D-8Q

#372

Tesla K20m

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35174%

#387

GRID V100D-8Q

MSRP: $10000|Avg: $10000

100%

#388

Tesla M2070

MSRP: $3099|Avg: $50

100%

#389

GRID M10-0Q

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $150

95%

#390

GRID V100-2Q

MSRP: $10000|Avg: $2000

90%

#391

Quadro FX 560

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90%

#392

Quadro FX 5800

MSRP: $3499|Avg: $40

83%

#393

RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q

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76%

#394

FireStream 9170

MSRP: $1999|Avg: $20

76%

#395

Quadro FX 1700

MSRP: $699|Avg: $500

74%

#396

GRID P40-6Q

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150

71%

#397

Quadro FX 540

MSRP: $299|Avg: $15

64%

#398

Quadro 7000

MSRP: $14499|Avg: $300

57%

#399

Quadro FX 1500

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57%

#400

Tesla M2070-Q

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57%

#401

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55%

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Quadro FX 4700 X2

MSRP: $2999|Avg: $15

55%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GRID V100D-8Q is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 3.2% higher G3D Mark score. However, the Quadro M2000 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.

Insight	GRID V100D-8Q	Quadro M2000
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+3.2%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-3.2%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Maxwell (2014−2017))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+100%)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	—	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The Quadro M2000 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Quadro M2000 holds the technical lead. Priced at $50 (vs $10,000), it costs 100% less, resulting in a 19274.4% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GRID V100D-8Q	Quadro M2000
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+19274.4%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($10,000)	✅More affordable ($50)

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.

GRID V100D-8Q Benchmark Check

Quadro M2000 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GRID V100D-8Q and Quadro M2000

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.

Quadro M2000

The Quadro M2000 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in April 8 2016. It features the Maxwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 796 MHz to 1163 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,026 points. Launch price was $437.75.

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Graphics Performance

The GRID V100D-8Q scores 4,156 and the Quadro M2000 reaches 4,026 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 3.2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GRID V100D-8Q is built on Maxwell while the Quadro M2000 uses Maxwell 2.0, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 640 (GRID V100D-8Q) vs 768 (Quadro M2000). Raw compute: 1.672 TFLOPS (GRID V100D-8Q) vs 1.786 TFLOPS (Quadro M2000). Boost clocks: 1306 MHz vs 1163 MHz.

Feature	GRID V100D-8Q	Quadro M2000
G3D Mark Score	4,156+3%	4,026
Architecture	Maxwell	Maxwell 2.0
Process Node	28 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	640	768+20%
Compute (TFLOPS)	1.672 TFLOPS	1.786 TFLOPS+7%
Boost Clock	1306 MHz+12%	1163 MHz
ROPs	16	32+100%
TMUs	40	48+20%
L1 Cache	320 KB+11%	288 KB
L2 Cache	2 MB+100%	1 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GRID V100D-8Q	Quadro M2000
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GRID V100D-8Q comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the Quadro M2000 has 4 GB. The Quadro M2000 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 2 MB (GRID V100D-8Q) vs 1 MB (Quadro M2000) — the GRID V100D-8Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GRID V100D-8Q	Quadro M2000
VRAM Capacity	2 GB	4 GB+100%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	64-bit
L2 Cache	2 MB+100%	1 MB

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Power & Dimensions

The GRID V100D-8Q draws 225W versus the Quadro M2000's 75W — a 100% difference. The Quadro M2000 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GRID V100D-8Q) vs 350W (Quadro M2000). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.

Feature	GRID V100D-8Q	Quadro M2000
TDP	225W	75W-67%
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	PCIe-powered
Length	—	167mm
Slots	—	1
Perf/Watt	18.5	53.7+190%

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Value Analysis

The GRID V100D-8Q launched at $10000 MSRP and currently averages $10000, while the Quadro M2000 launched at $0 and now averages $50. The Quadro M2000 costs 99.5% less ($9950 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 0.4 (GRID V100D-8Q) vs 80.5 (Quadro M2000) — the Quadro M2000 offers 20025% better value.