Radeon RX 580 2048SP vs GRID P40-8Q

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.

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 P40-8Q

#108

Quadro M6000

MSRP: $4999|Avg: $500

94%

#109

Quadro M6000 24GB

MSRP: $4999|Avg: $600

93%

#248

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

5909%

#263

GRID M40

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $100

100%

#264

GRID M3-3020

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $50

100%

#265

GRID P40-8Q

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150

100%

#266

FirePro V3800

MSRP: $129|Avg: $12

100%

#267

FirePro V5800

MSRP: $479|Avg: $15

99%

#268

FirePro 3D V7800

MSRP: $759|Avg: $40

98%

#269

FirePro S9050

MSRP: $1999|Avg: $1825

98%

#270

FirePro R5000

MSRP: $1099|Avg: $150

96%

#271

GRID M6-8Q

MSRP: $1500|Avg: $100

95%

#274

GRID K120Q

MSRP: $125|Avg: $20

94%

#275

Tesla M60

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $250

93%

#277

FirePro V7900

MSRP: $999|Avg: $120

90%

#278

GRID P6-4Q

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $150

88%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The Radeon RX 580 2048SP uses modern memory architecture. The Radeon RX 580 2048SP likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GRID P40-8Q lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Radeon RX 580 2048SP is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.7% higher G3D Mark score and 300% more VRAM (16 GB vs 4 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GRID P40-8Q.

Insight	Radeon RX 580 2048SP	GRID P40-8Q
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+1.7%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.7%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / GCN 4.0 (2016−2020))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	✅ More VRAM (+300%)	❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	Standard Size (267mm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Radeon RX 580 2048SP offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $60 versus $150 for the GRID P40-8Q, it costs 60% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 154.2% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	Radeon RX 580 2048SP	GRID P40-8Q
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+154.2%)	❌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 RX 580 2048SP Benchmark Check

GRID P40-8Q Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Radeon RX 580 2048SP and GRID P40-8Q

Radeon RX 580 2048SP

The Radeon RX 580 2048SP is manufactured by AMD. It was released in October 15 2018. It features the GCN 4.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 1168 MHz to 1284 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 7,633 points.

GRID P40-8Q

The GRID P40-8Q is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in August 30 2015. It features the Maxwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 557 MHz to 1178 MHz. It has 2048 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 225W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 7,507 points.

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Graphics Performance

The Radeon RX 580 2048SP scores 7,633 and the GRID P40-8Q reaches 7,507 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.7% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Radeon RX 580 2048SP is built on GCN 4.0 while the GRID P40-8Q uses Maxwell 2.0, both on 14 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 2,048 (Radeon RX 580 2048SP) vs 2,048 (GRID P40-8Q). Raw compute: 5.259 TFLOPS (Radeon RX 580 2048SP) vs 4.825 TFLOPS (GRID P40-8Q). Boost clocks: 1284 MHz vs 1178 MHz.

Feature	Radeon RX 580 2048SP	GRID P40-8Q
G3D Mark Score	7,633+2%	7,507
Architecture	GCN 4.0	Maxwell 2.0
Process Node	14 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	2048	2048
Compute (TFLOPS)	5.259 TFLOPS+9%	4.825 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	1284 MHz+9%	1178 MHz
ROPs	32	64+100%
TMUs	128	128
L1 Cache	512 KB	768 KB+50%
L2 Cache	2 MB	2 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	Radeon RX 580 2048SP	GRID P40-8Q
Upscaling Tech	FSR 2.1	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	FSR 3 (Compatible)	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	AMD Anti-Lag	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The Radeon RX 580 2048SP comes with 16 GB of VRAM, while the GRID P40-8Q has 4 GB. The Radeon RX 580 2048SP offers 300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 256-bit vs 128-bit.

Feature	Radeon RX 580 2048SP	GRID P40-8Q
VRAM Capacity	16 GB+300%	4 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR6
Bus Width	256-bit+100%	128-bit
L2 Cache	2 MB	2 MB

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (Radeon RX 580 2048SP) vs 12.0 (GRID P40-8Q). Vulkan: 1.3 vs 1.1. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.5. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 0.

Feature	Radeon RX 580 2048SP	GRID P40-8Q
DirectX	12	12.0
Vulkan	1.3+18%	1.1
OpenGL	4.6+2%	4.5
Max Displays	4	0

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: VCE 3.4 (Radeon RX 580 2048SP) vs NVENC 4.0 (GRID P40-8Q). Decoder: UVD 6.3 vs PureVideo HD VP7. Supported codecs: H.264,HEVC,VP9 (Radeon RX 580 2048SP) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9 (GRID P40-8Q).

Feature	Radeon RX 580 2048SP	GRID P40-8Q
Encoder	VCE 3.4	NVENC 4.0
Decoder	UVD 6.3	PureVideo HD VP7
Codecs	H.264,HEVC,VP9	MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9

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Power & Dimensions

The Radeon RX 580 2048SP draws 150W versus the GRID P40-8Q's 225W — a 40% difference. The Radeon RX 580 2048SP is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 450W (Radeon RX 580 2048SP) vs 350W (GRID P40-8Q). Power connectors: 8-pin vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 241mm vs 267mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots.

Feature	Radeon RX 580 2048SP	GRID P40-8Q
TDP	150W-33%	225W
Recommended PSU	450W	350W-22%
Power Connector	8-pin	PCIe-powered
Length	241mm	267mm
Height	—	111mm
Slots	2	2
Temp (Load)	75°C	—
Perf/Watt	50.9+52%	33.4

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Value Analysis

The Radeon RX 580 2048SP launched at $229 MSRP and currently averages $60, while the GRID P40-8Q launched at $3000 and now averages $150. The Radeon RX 580 2048SP costs 60% less ($90 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 127.2 (Radeon RX 580 2048SP) vs 50.0 (GRID P40-8Q) — the Radeon RX 580 2048SP offers 154.4% better value. The Radeon RX 580 2048SP is the newer GPU (2018 vs 2015).

Feature	Radeon RX 580 2048SP	GRID P40-8Q
MSRP	$229-92%	$3000
Avg Price (30d)	$60-60%	$150
Performance per Dollar	127.2+154%	50.0
Codename	Polaris 20	GM204
Release	October 15 2018	August 30 2015
Ranking	#334	#505