Quadro K2200 vs GRID M6-8Q

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 Quadro K2200 is positioned at rank 169 and the GRID M6-8Q is on rank 273, so the Quadro K2200 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

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

Performance Per Dollar Quadro K2200

#75

Radeon Pro Vega II

MSRP: $2199|Avg: $1800

99%

#76

Radeon PRO W7900

MSRP: $3999|Avg: $3500

98%

#77

Radeon Pro VII

MSRP: $1899|Avg: $1400

97%

#78

Quadro RTX 5000

MSRP: $2299|Avg: $692

94%

#79

Quadro RTX 5000 (móvel)

MSRP: $2299|Avg: $692

93%

#80

Radeon Pro W6800X

MSRP: $2799|Avg: $2799

90%

#154

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

2063%

#169

Quadro K2200

MSRP: $500|Avg: $40

100%

#173

Radeon R7 PRO A8-9600

MSRP: $119|Avg: $86

98%

#175

Radeon Pro 560

MSRP: $500|Avg: $150

97%

#176

Radeon Pro 460

MSRP: $500|Avg: $150

97%

#180

Radeon R7 PRO A10-9700E

MSRP: $139|Avg: $85

93%

#181

FirePro M5950

MSRP: $200|Avg: $200

92%

#183

Radeon Pro WX 7130

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $200

90%

#184

FirePro W7100

MSRP: $799|Avg: $114

89%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar GRID M6-8Q

#108

Quadro M6000

MSRP: $4999|Avg: $500

99%

#109

Quadro M6000 24GB

MSRP: $4999|Avg: $600

98%

#110

Quadro GV100

MSRP: $8999|Avg: $8999

89%

#258

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

6207%

#273

GRID M6-8Q

MSRP: $1500|Avg: $100

100%

#276

GRID K120Q

MSRP: $125|Avg: $20

98%

#278

Tesla M60

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $250

98%

#279

FirePro V7900

MSRP: $999|Avg: $120

95%

#280

GRID M60-8A

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $120

93%

#281

GRID P6-4Q

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $150

93%

#283

Quadro K4000

MSRP: $1269|Avg: $100

90%

#285

GRID P4-2Q

MSRP: $1500|Avg: $235

89%

#287

Tesla C2070

MSRP: $1499|Avg: $38

87%

#288

Quadro 2000 D

MSRP: $599|Avg: $35

87%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Quadro K2200 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.3% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (4 GB vs 2 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GRID M6-8Q.

Insight	Quadro K2200	GRID M6-8Q
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+0.3%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.3%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Maxwell (2014−2017))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	✅ More VRAM (+100%)	❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The Quadro K2200 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Quadro K2200 holds the technical lead. Priced at $40 (vs $100), it costs 60% less, resulting in a 150.8% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Quadro K2200	GRID M6-8Q
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+150.8%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($40)	⚠️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.

Quadro K2200 Benchmark Check

GRID M6-8Q Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Quadro K2200 and GRID M6-8Q

Quadro K2200

The Quadro K2200 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in July 22 2014. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 1046 MHz to 1124 MHz. It has 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 68W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,580 points. Launch price was $395.75.

GRID M6-8Q

The GRID M6-8Q is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in August 30 2015. It features the Maxwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock speed is 722 MHz. It has 1536 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 100W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,568 points.

⚡

Graphics Performance

The Quadro K2200 scores 3,580 and the GRID M6-8Q reaches 3,568 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.3% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Quadro K2200 is built on Maxwell while the GRID M6-8Q uses Maxwell 2.0, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 640 (Quadro K2200) vs 1,536 (GRID M6-8Q). Raw compute: 1.439 TFLOPS (Quadro K2200) vs 2.218 TFLOPS (GRID M6-8Q).

Feature	Quadro K2200	GRID M6-8Q
G3D Mark Score	3,580	3,568
Architecture	Maxwell	Maxwell 2.0
Process Node	28 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	640	1536+140%
Compute (TFLOPS)	1.439 TFLOPS	2.218 TFLOPS+54%
ROPs	16	64+300%
TMUs	40	96+140%
L1 Cache	320 KB	576 KB+80%
L2 Cache	2 MB	2 MB

✨

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Quadro K2200	GRID M6-8Q
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)

The Quadro K2200 comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the GRID M6-8Q has 2 GB. The Quadro K2200 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit.

Feature	Quadro K2200	GRID M6-8Q
VRAM Capacity	4 GB+100%	2 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	64-bit
L2 Cache	2 MB	2 MB

🖥️

Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (11_0) (Quadro K2200) vs 12_1 (GRID M6-8Q). Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 0.

Feature	Quadro K2200	GRID M6-8Q
DirectX	12 (11_0)	12_1
Max Displays	4	0

🔌

Power & Dimensions

The Quadro K2200 draws 68W versus the GRID M6-8Q's 100W — a 38.1% difference. The Quadro K2200 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Quadro K2200) vs 350W (GRID M6-8Q). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 203mm vs 1mm, occupying 1 vs 0 slots.

Feature	Quadro K2200	GRID M6-8Q
TDP	68W-32%	100W
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	PCIe-powered
Length	203mm	1mm
Height	111mm	—
Slots	1	0-100%
Temp (Load)	75°C	—
Perf/Watt	52.6+47%	35.7

💰

Value Analysis

The Quadro K2200 launched at $500 MSRP and currently averages $40, while the GRID M6-8Q launched at $1500 and now averages $100. The Quadro K2200 costs 60% less ($60 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 89.5 (Quadro K2200) vs 35.7 (GRID M6-8Q) — the Quadro K2200 offers 150.7% better value. The GRID M6-8Q is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2014).