Qualcomm Adreno 685 GPU vs GRID P40-6Q
Qualcomm Adreno 685 GPU
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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.
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Performance Per Dollar
Performance Per Dollar GRID P40-6Q
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The Qualcomm Adreno 685 GPU uses modern memory architecture. The Qualcomm Adreno 685 GPU likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GRID P40-6Q lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GRID P40-6Q is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.8% higher G3D Mark score and 100+% more VRAM (512 MB vs 0 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Qualcomm Adreno 685 GPU.
| Insight | Qualcomm Adreno 685 GPU | GRID P40-6Q |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.8%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.8%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / Legacy) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+100+%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the GRID P40-6Q remains the clear technical winner. Check real-time availability to determine if the performance gap justifies the market price.
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 Qualcomm Adreno 685 GPU and GRID P40-6Q
Qualcomm Adreno 685 GPU
The Qualcomm Adreno 685 GPU is manufactured by Qualcomm. It was released in December 6 2018. The thermal design power (TDP) is 7W. Manufactured using 7 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 889 points.
GRID P40-6Q
The GRID P40-6Q is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in June 28 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 745 MHz. It has 1536 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 225W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 905 points. Launch price was $469.
Graphics Performance
The Qualcomm Adreno 685 GPU scores 889 and the GRID P40-6Q reaches 905 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.8% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance.
| Feature | Qualcomm Adreno 685 GPU | GRID P40-6Q |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 889 | 905+2% |
| Process Node | 7 nm | 28 nm |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Qualcomm Adreno 685 GPU | GRID P40-6Q |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Qualcomm Adreno 685 GPU comes with 0 MB of VRAM, while the GRID P40-6Q has 512 MB. The GRID P40-6Q offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: System vs 64-bit.
| Feature | Qualcomm Adreno 685 GPU | GRID P40-6Q |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | Shared System RAM | 0.5 GB |
| Memory Type | Shared | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | System | 64-bit |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12_0 (Qualcomm Adreno 685 GPU) vs 12_1 (GRID P40-6Q). Maximum simultaneous displays: 0 vs 0.
| Feature | Qualcomm Adreno 685 GPU | GRID P40-6Q |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12_0 | 12_1 |
| Max Displays | 0 | 0 |
Power & Dimensions
The Qualcomm Adreno 685 GPU draws 7W versus the GRID P40-6Q's 225W — a 187.9% difference. The Qualcomm Adreno 685 GPU is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 1W (Qualcomm Adreno 685 GPU) vs 350W (GRID P40-6Q). Power connectors: Integrated vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 1mm vs 1mm, occupying 0 vs 0 slots.
| Feature | Qualcomm Adreno 685 GPU | GRID P40-6Q |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 7W-97% | 225W |
| Recommended PSU | 1W-100% | 350W |
| Power Connector | Integrated | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 1mm | 1mm |
| Slots | 0 | 0 |
| Perf/Watt | 127.0+3075% | 4.0 |
Value Analysis
The Qualcomm Adreno 685 GPU launched at $0 MSRP and currently averages $0, while the GRID P40-6Q launched at $3000 and now averages $150. The Qualcomm Adreno 685 GPU costs 100+% less ($150 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): Infinity (Qualcomm Adreno 685 GPU) vs 6.0 (GRID P40-6Q) — the Qualcomm Adreno 685 GPU offers Infinity% better value. The Qualcomm Adreno 685 GPU is the newer GPU (2018 vs 2013).
| Feature | Qualcomm Adreno 685 GPU | GRID P40-6Q |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $0-100% | $3000 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $0-100% | $150 |
| Performance per Dollar | Infinity | 6.0 |
| Codename | — | GK104 |
| Release | December 6 2018 | June 28 2013 |
| Ranking | #916 | #628 |
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