Radeon R7 260X vs GRID P100-8Q

Radeon R7 260X

2013Boost: 1000 MHz

GRID P100-8Q

2016Core: 1033 MHzBoost: 1306 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

Radeon R7 260X

115

3,198

0.0%

3,267

+2.2%

GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop GPU

GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER

GeForce RTX 5060

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.

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 P100-8Q

#369

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

33575%

#384

GRID P100-8Q

MSRP: $7374|Avg: $550

100%

#385

Quadro FX 350

MSRP: $199|Avg: $15

98%

#386

Quadro FX 550

MSRP: $150|Avg: $10

98%

#387

GRID V100D-8Q

MSRP: $10000|Avg: $10000

95%

#388

Tesla M2070

MSRP: $3099|Avg: $50

95%

#389

GRID M10-0Q

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $150

91%

#390

Quadro FX 560

MSRP: $299|Avg: $15

86%

#391

GRID V100-2Q

MSRP: $10000|Avg: $2000

86%

#392

Quadro FX 5800

MSRP: $3499|Avg: $40

80%

#393

FireStream 9170

MSRP: $1999|Avg: $20

73%

#394

RTX Pro 6000 Blackwell DC-12Q

MSRP: $8565|Avg: $8565

73%

#395

Quadro FX 1700

MSRP: $699|Avg: $500

70%

#396

GRID P40-6Q

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150

68%

#397

Quadro FX 540

MSRP: $299|Avg: $15

61%

#398

Quadro 7000

MSRP: $14499|Avg: $300

55%

#399

Quadro FX 1500

MSRP: $699|Avg: $30

55%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GRID P100-8Q is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.2% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Radeon R7 260X.

Insight	Radeon R7 260X	GRID P100-8Q
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.2%)	✅Leading raw performance (+2.2%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / GCN 2.0 (2013−2017))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Maxwell (2014−2017))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	—

💎 Value Proposition

The Radeon R7 260X offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Radeon R7 260X holds the technical lead. Priced at $150 (vs $550), it costs 73% less, resulting in a 258.9% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Radeon R7 260X	GRID P100-8Q
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+258.9%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($150)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($550)

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.

Radeon R7 260X Benchmark Check

GRID P100-8Q Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Radeon R7 260X and GRID P100-8Q

Radeon R7 260X

The Radeon R7 260X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in October 8 2013. It features the GCN 2.0 architecture. The boost clock speed is 1000 MHz. It has 896 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 115W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,198 points. Launch price was $139.

GRID P100-8Q

The GRID P100-8Q is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 18 2016. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 1033 MHz to 1306 MHz. It has 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 225W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,267 points.

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Graphics Performance

The Radeon R7 260X scores 3,198 and the GRID P100-8Q reaches 3,267 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Radeon R7 260X is built on GCN 2.0 while the GRID P100-8Q uses Maxwell, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 896 (Radeon R7 260X) vs 640 (GRID P100-8Q). Raw compute: 1.971 TFLOPS (Radeon R7 260X) vs 1.672 TFLOPS (GRID P100-8Q). Boost clocks: 1000 MHz vs 1306 MHz.

Feature	Radeon R7 260X	GRID P100-8Q
G3D Mark Score	3,198	3,267+2%
Architecture	GCN 2.0	Maxwell
Process Node	28 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	896+40%	640
Compute (TFLOPS)	1.971 TFLOPS+18%	1.672 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	1000 MHz	1306 MHz+31%
ROPs	16	16
TMUs	56+40%	40
L1 Cache	224 KB	320 KB+43%
L2 Cache	0.25 MB	2 MB+700%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Radeon R7 260X	GRID P100-8Q
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	AMD Anti-Lag	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

Both cards feature 2 GB of GDDR5. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 0.25 MB (Radeon R7 260X) vs 2 MB (GRID P100-8Q) — the GRID P100-8Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	Radeon R7 260X	GRID P100-8Q
VRAM Capacity	2 GB	2 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	128-bit+100%	64-bit
L2 Cache	0.25 MB	2 MB+700%

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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon R7 260X draws 115W versus the GRID P100-8Q's 225W — a 64.7% difference. The Radeon R7 260X is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 500W (Radeon R7 260X) vs 350W (GRID P100-8Q). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs PCIe-powered.

Feature	Radeon R7 260X	GRID P100-8Q
TDP	115W-49%	225W
Recommended PSU	500W	350W-30%
Power Connector	1x 6-pin	PCIe-powered
Length	170mm	—
Height	111mm	—
Slots	2	—
Temp (Load)	80	—
Perf/Watt	27.8+92%	14.5

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Value Analysis

The Radeon R7 260X launched at $139 MSRP and currently averages $150, while the GRID P100-8Q launched at $7374 and now averages $550. The Radeon R7 260X costs 72.7% less ($400 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 21.3 (Radeon R7 260X) vs 5.9 (GRID P100-8Q) — the Radeon R7 260X offers 261% better value. The GRID P100-8Q is the newer GPU (2016 vs 2013).