P106-090
VS
GRID M10-1Q

P106-090 vs GRID M10-1Q

P106-090

2017Core: 1354 MHzBoost: 1531 MHz
VS

GRID M10-1Q

2015Core: 557 MHzBoost: 1178 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. The P106-090 is positioned at rank #184 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 P106-090

#81
Tesla T10
MSRP: $2000|Avg: $975
99%
#82
RTX A5000
MSRP: $3721|Avg: $1800
97%
#83
Radeon Pro Vega 64X
MSRP: $2200|Avg: $2200
96%
#84
Radeon PRO V710
MSRP: $2000|Avg: $2000
95%
#85
RTX A5500
MSRP: $3600|Avg: $2200
92%
#86
Radeon Pro WX 9100
MSRP: $2199|Avg: $550
88%
#168
Tesla K20m
MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55
2330%
#183
FirePro W7100
MSRP: $799|Avg: $114
100%
#184
P106-090
MSRP: $389|Avg: $30
100%
#185
Radeon Pro WX 4130
MSRP: $300|Avg: $100
99%
#187
Tesla M6
MSRP: $1000|Avg: $84
98%
#189
CMP 30HX
MSRP: $799|Avg: $60
97%
#190
FirePro W2100
MSRP: $139|Avg: $30
97%
#192
FirePro M6000
MSRP: $300|Avg: $50
96%
#195
FirePro M4170
MSRP: $200|Avg: $80
92%
#196
GRID K140Q
MSRP: $125|Avg: $500
92%
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 P106-090 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 3.4% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GRID M10-1Q.

InsightP106-090GRID M10-1Q
Performance
Leading raw performance (+3.4%)
Lower raw frame rates (-3.4%)
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
Standard Size (250mm)
Standard Size (267mm)

💎 Value Proposition

The P106-090 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the P106-090 holds the technical lead. Priced at $30 (vs $500), it costs 94% less, resulting in a 1623.3% higher cost efficiency score.

InsightP106-090GRID M10-1Q
Cost Efficiency
Better overall value (+1623.3%)
Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost
More affordable ($30)
⚠️Higher upfront cost ($500)

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 P106-090 and GRID M10-1Q

NVIDIA

P106-090

The P106-090 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in July 31 2017. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1354 MHz to 1531 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 16 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,466 points.

NVIDIA

GRID M10-1Q

The GRID M10-1Q 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: 2,385 points.

Graphics Performance

The P106-090 scores 2,466 and the GRID M10-1Q reaches 2,385 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 3.4% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The P106-090 is built on Pascal while the GRID M10-1Q uses Maxwell 2.0, both on 16 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 768 (P106-090) vs 2,048 (GRID M10-1Q). Raw compute: 2.352 TFLOPS (P106-090) vs 4.825 TFLOPS (GRID M10-1Q). Boost clocks: 1531 MHz vs 1178 MHz.

FeatureP106-090GRID M10-1Q
G3D Mark Score
2,466+3%
2,385
Architecture
Pascal
Maxwell 2.0
Process Node
16 nm
28 nm
Shading Units
768
2048+167%
Compute (TFLOPS)
2.352 TFLOPS
4.825 TFLOPS+105%
Boost Clock
1531 MHz+30%
1178 MHz
ROPs
48
64+33%
TMUs
48
128+167%
L1 Cache
288 KB
768 KB+167%
L2 Cache
1.5 MB
2 MB+33%

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureP106-090GRID M10-1Q
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. L2 Cache: 1.5 MB (P106-090) vs 2 MB (GRID M10-1Q) — the GRID M10-1Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

FeatureP106-090GRID M10-1Q
VRAM Capacity
2 GB
2 GB
Memory Type
GDDR5
GDDR5
Bus Width
64-bit
64-bit
L2 Cache
1.5 MB
2 MB+33%
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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (P106-090) vs 12_1 (GRID M10-1Q). Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 0.

FeatureP106-090GRID M10-1Q
DirectX
12
12_1
Max Displays
0
0
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Power & Dimensions

The P106-090 draws 75W versus the GRID M10-1Q's 225W — a 100% difference. The P106-090 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (P106-090) vs 350W (GRID M10-1Q). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 250mm vs 267mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots.

FeatureP106-090GRID M10-1Q
TDP
75W-67%
225W
Recommended PSU
350W
350W
Power Connector
PCIe-powered
PCIe-powered
Length
250mm
267mm
Height
111mm
Slots
2
2
Temp (Load)
60°C
Perf/Watt
32.9+210%
10.6
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Value Analysis

The P106-090 launched at $389 MSRP and currently averages $30, while the GRID M10-1Q launched at $0 and now averages $500. The P106-090 costs 94% less ($470 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 82.2 (P106-090) vs 4.8 (GRID M10-1Q) — the P106-090 offers 1612.5% better value. The P106-090 is the newer GPU (2017 vs 2015).

FeatureP106-090GRID M10-1Q
MSRP
$389
$0-100%
Avg Price (30d)
$30-94%
$500
Performance per Dollar
82.2+1613%
4.8
Codename
GP106
GM204
Release
July 31 2017
August 30 2015
Ranking
#639
#525