Radeon R9 280X vs GRID P40-4Q

CPU

GPU

Radeon R9 280X

2013Boost: 1000 MHz

GRID P40-4Q

2013Core: 745 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

Radeon R9 280X

200

6,100

+2.9%

5,926

0.0%

GeForce GTX 750

GeForce GTX 570

GeForce MX550

GeForce GTX 560 Ti 448

GeForce GTX 1060 6 GB

GeForce RTX 2060

GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile

GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 8GB

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 P40-4Q

#114

Quadro GP100

MSRP: $7000|Avg: $1335

99%

#115

Radeon Instinct MI60

MSRP: $6000|Avg: $600

98%

#279

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

7461%

#294

GRID P40-4Q

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150

100%

#295

RTXA5000-8Q

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $2500

99%

#297

GRID P6-2Q

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $150

99%

#299

GRID K220Q

MSRP: $469|Avg: $40

98%

#301

FirePro W9100

MSRP: $4000|Avg: $200

98%

#302

GRID T4-8Q

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $1000

96%

#303

FirePro 3D V3700

MSRP: $99|Avg: $10

91%

#304

GRID T4-1Q

MSRP: $1880|Avg: $600

89%

#305

GRID M60-2Q

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150

87%

#306

NVS 310

MSRP: $159|Avg: $10

87%

#308

FirePro 3D V3750

MSRP: $199|Avg: $25

86%

#309

NVS 810

MSRP: $700|Avg: $80

86%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Radeon R9 280X is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.9% higher G3D Mark score. However, the GRID P40-4Q offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.

Insight	Radeon R9 280X	GRID P40-4Q
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+2.9%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.9%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / GCN 1.0 (2012−2020))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+33.3%)
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	Normal Efficiency
Case Fit	—	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The Radeon R9 280X offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Radeon R9 280X holds the technical lead. Priced at $60 (vs $150), it costs 60% less, resulting in a 157.3% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Radeon R9 280X	GRID P40-4Q
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+157.3%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($60)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($150)

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 R9 280X Benchmark Check

GRID P40-4Q Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Radeon R9 280X and GRID P40-4Q

Radeon R9 280X

The Radeon R9 280X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in October 8 2013. It features the GCN 1.0 architecture. The boost clock speed is 1000 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 200W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 6,100 points. Launch price was $299.

GRID P40-4Q

The GRID P40-4Q 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: 5,926 points. Launch price was $469.

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Graphics Performance

The Radeon R9 280X scores 6,100 and the GRID P40-4Q reaches 5,926 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.9% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Radeon R9 280X is built on GCN 1.0 while the GRID P40-4Q uses Kepler, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 2,048 (Radeon R9 280X) vs 1,536 (GRID P40-4Q). Raw compute: 4.096 TFLOPS (Radeon R9 280X) vs 2.289 TFLOPS (GRID P40-4Q).

Feature	Radeon R9 280X	GRID P40-4Q
G3D Mark Score	6,100+3%	5,926
Architecture	GCN 1.0	Kepler
Process Node	28 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	2048+33%	1536
Compute (TFLOPS)	4.096 TFLOPS+79%	2.289 TFLOPS
ROPs	32	32
TMUs	128	128
L1 Cache	512 KB+300%	128 KB
L2 Cache	768 KB+50%	512 KB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Radeon R9 280X	GRID P40-4Q
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)

The Radeon R9 280X comes with 3 GB of VRAM, while the GRID P40-4Q has 4 GB. The GRID P40-4Q offers 33.3% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 384-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 768 KB (Radeon R9 280X) vs 512 KB (GRID P40-4Q) — the Radeon R9 280X has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	Radeon R9 280X	GRID P40-4Q
VRAM Capacity	3 GB	4 GB+33%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR6
Bus Width	384-bit+200%	128-bit
L2 Cache	768 KB+50%	512 KB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (11_1) (Radeon R9 280X) vs 12_1 (GRID P40-4Q). Maximum simultaneous displays: 3 vs 0.

Feature	Radeon R9 280X	GRID P40-4Q
DirectX	12 (11_1)	12_1
Max Displays	3	0

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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon R9 280X draws 200W versus the GRID P40-4Q's 225W — a 11.8% difference. The Radeon R9 280X is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 500W (Radeon R9 280X) vs 350W (GRID P40-4Q). Power connectors: 6-pin + 8-pin vs PCIe-powered.

Feature	Radeon R9 280X	GRID P40-4Q
TDP	200W-11%	225W
Recommended PSU	500W	350W-30%
Power Connector	6-pin + 8-pin	PCIe-powered
Length	—	1mm
Slots	2	0-100%
Temp (Load)	75°C	—
Perf/Watt	30.5+16%	26.3

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Value Analysis

The Radeon R9 280X launched at $299 MSRP and currently averages $60, while the GRID P40-4Q launched at $3000 and now averages $150. The Radeon R9 280X costs 60% less ($90 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 101.7 (Radeon R9 280X) vs 39.5 (GRID P40-4Q) — the Radeon R9 280X offers 157.5% better value.