P106-090 vs GRID M40
P106-090
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GRID M40
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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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The P106-090 is positioned at rank 184 and the GRID M40 is on rank 265, so the P106-090 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar P106-090
Performance Per Dollar GRID M40
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GRID M40 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.4% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the P106-090.
| Insight | P106-090 | GRID M40 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.4%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.4%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2017 / Pascal (2016−2021)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Maxwell (2014−2017)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | Standard Size (250mm) | — |
💎 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 $100), it costs 70% less, resulting in a 228.8% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | P106-090 | GRID M40 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+228.8%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($30) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($100) |
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 M40
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.
GRID M40
The GRID M40 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 18 2016. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 1033 MHz to 1000 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 2,500 points.
Graphics Performance
The P106-090 scores 2,466 and the GRID M40 reaches 2,500 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.4% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The P106-090 is built on Pascal while the GRID M40 uses Maxwell, both on 16 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 768 (P106-090) vs 384 (GRID M40). Raw compute: 2.352 TFLOPS (P106-090) vs 0.7933 TFLOPS (GRID M40). Boost clocks: 1531 MHz vs 1000 MHz.
| Feature | P106-090 | GRID M40 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 2,466 | 2,500+1% |
| Architecture | Pascal | Maxwell |
| Process Node | 16 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 768+100% | 384 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 2.352 TFLOPS+196% | 0.7933 TFLOPS |
| Boost Clock | 1531 MHz+53% | 1000 MHz |
| ROPs | 48+200% | 16 |
| TMUs | 48+50% | 32 |
| L1 Cache | 288 KB+50% | 192 KB |
| L2 Cache | 1.5 MB | 2 MB+33% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | P106-090 | GRID M40 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 2 GB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 1.5 MB (P106-090) vs 2 MB (GRID M40) — the GRID M40 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | P106-090 | GRID M40 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | 2 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 1.5 MB | 2 MB+33% |
Power & Dimensions
The P106-090 draws 75W versus the GRID M40's 50W — a 40% difference. The GRID M40 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (P106-090) vs 350W (GRID M40). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | P106-090 | GRID M40 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 75W | 50W-33% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 250mm | — |
| Height | 111mm | — |
| Slots | 2 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 60°C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 32.9 | 50.0+52% |
Value Analysis
The P106-090 launched at $389 MSRP and currently averages $30, while the GRID M40 launched at $1000 and now averages $100. The P106-090 costs 70% less ($70 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 82.2 (P106-090) vs 25.0 (GRID M40) — the P106-090 offers 228.8% better value. The P106-090 is the newer GPU (2017 vs 2016).
| Feature | P106-090 | GRID M40 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $389-61% | $1000 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $30-70% | $100 |
| Performance per Dollar | 82.2+229% | 25.0 |
| Codename | GP106 | GM107 |
| Release | July 31 2017 | May 18 2016 |
| Ranking | #639 | #742 |
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