P104-100 vs GRID M60-1Q

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.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar GRID M60-1Q

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Tesla K20m

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9982%

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GRID M60-1Q

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $50

100%

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GRID K280Q

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $50

96%

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FirePro M2000

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96%

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Tesla K20c

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94%

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GRID M6-1Q

MSRP: $1500|Avg: $100

93%

#327

Quadro FX 380

MSRP: $129|Avg: $15

93%

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Tesla C2050 / C2070

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $30

93%

#329

FirePro M7740

MSRP: $500|Avg: $500

90%

#330

Quadro FX 570

MSRP: $199|Avg: $15

88%

#331

RTXA5000-24Q

MSRP: $3721|Avg: $2100

87%

#332

GRID P40-1Q

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150

86%

#334

Tesla C2050

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $95

86%

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Tesla M10

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86%

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FirePro S10000

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85%

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Quadro FX 3450

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84%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GRID M60-1Q is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.5% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the P104-100.

Insight	P104-100	GRID M60-1Q
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.5%)	✅Leading raw performance (+0.5%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Pascal (2016−2021))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019))
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 P104-100 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the P104-100 holds the technical lead. Priced at $10 (vs $50), it costs 80% less, resulting in a 397.7% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	P104-100	GRID M60-1Q
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+397.7%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($10)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($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.

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of P104-100 and GRID M60-1Q

P104-100

The P104-100 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in December 12 2017. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1607 MHz to 1733 MHz. It has 1920 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 30W. Manufactured using 16 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,678 points.

GRID M60-1Q

The GRID M60-1Q 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: 3,695 points.

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Graphics Performance

The P104-100 scores 3,678 and the GRID M60-1Q reaches 3,695 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.5% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The P104-100 is built on Pascal while the GRID M60-1Q uses Maxwell 2.0, both on 16 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 1,920 (P104-100) vs 2,048 (GRID M60-1Q). Raw compute: 6.655 TFLOPS (P104-100) vs 4.825 TFLOPS (GRID M60-1Q). Boost clocks: 1733 MHz vs 1178 MHz.

Feature	P104-100	GRID M60-1Q
G3D Mark Score	3,678	3,695
Architecture	Pascal	Maxwell 2.0
Process Node	16 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	1920	2048+7%
Compute (TFLOPS)	6.655 TFLOPS+38%	4.825 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	1733 MHz+47%	1178 MHz
ROPs	64	64
TMUs	120	128+7%
L1 Cache	720 KB	768 KB+7%
L2 Cache	2 MB	2 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	P104-100	GRID M60-1Q
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)

Both cards feature 2 GB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit.

Feature	P104-100	GRID M60-1Q
VRAM Capacity	2 GB	2 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	64-bit
L2 Cache	2 MB	2 MB

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Power & Dimensions

The P104-100 draws 30W versus the GRID M60-1Q's 225W — a 152.9% difference. The P104-100 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (P104-100) vs 350W (GRID M60-1Q). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.

Feature	P104-100	GRID M60-1Q
TDP	30W-87%	225W
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	PCIe-powered
Perf/Watt	122.6+648%	16.4

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Value Analysis

The P104-100 launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $10, while the GRID M60-1Q launched at $2500 and now averages $50. The P104-100 costs 80% less ($40 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 367.8 (P104-100) vs 73.9 (GRID M60-1Q) — the P104-100 offers 397.7% better value. The P104-100 is the newer GPU (2017 vs 2015).