RTXA5000-6Q vs GRID M10-1B

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 RTXA5000-6Q is positioned at rank 374 and the GRID M10-1B is on rank 377, so the RTXA5000-6Q 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 RTXA5000-6Q

#357

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

24218%

#372

Quadro 6000

MSRP: $4399|Avg: $150

100%

#373

GRID M6-0B

MSRP: $1500|Avg: $100

100%

#374

RTXA5000-6Q

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $2500

100%

#375

GRID M10-1B

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $150

98%

#376

Tesla K40c

MSRP: $7699|Avg: $500

95%

#377

Quadro FX 4800

MSRP: $1799|Avg: $80

92%

#378

Tesla M2090

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $40

92%

#379

GRID K180Q

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $1000

87%

#380

GRID K2

MSRP: $5199|Avg: $80

87%

#381

Quadro CX

MSRP: $1999|Avg: $500

77%

#382

GRID P100-8Q

MSRP: $7374|Avg: $550

72%

#383

Quadro FX 550

MSRP: $150|Avg: $10

70%

#384

Quadro FX 350

MSRP: $199|Avg: $15

70%

#385

Tesla M2070

MSRP: $3099|Avg: $50

69%

#386

GRID V100D-8Q

MSRP: $10000|Avg: $10000

69%

#387

GRID M10-0Q

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $150

66%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar GRID M10-1B

#362

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

24622%

#377

GRID M10-1B

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $150

100%

#378

Tesla K40c

MSRP: $7699|Avg: $500

97%

#379

Quadro FX 4800

MSRP: $1799|Avg: $80

93%

#380

Tesla M2090

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $40

93%

#381

GRID K2

MSRP: $5199|Avg: $80

88%

#382

GRID K180Q

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $1000

88%

#383

Quadro CX

MSRP: $1999|Avg: $500

78%

#384

GRID P100-8Q

MSRP: $7374|Avg: $550

73%

#385

Quadro FX 350

MSRP: $199|Avg: $15

72%

#386

Quadro FX 550

MSRP: $150|Avg: $10

72%

#387

Tesla M2070

MSRP: $3099|Avg: $50

70%

#388

GRID V100D-8Q

MSRP: $10000|Avg: $10000

70%

#389

GRID M10-0Q

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $150

67%

#390

Quadro FX 560

MSRP: $299|Avg: $15

63%

#391

GRID V100-2Q

MSRP: $10000|Avg: $2000

63%

#392

Quadro FX 5800

MSRP: $3499|Avg: $40

58%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The RTXA5000-6Q is significantly newer (2021 vs 2015). The RTXA5000-6Q likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GRID M10-1B lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The RTXA5000-6Q is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.2% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GRID M10-1B.

Insight	RTXA5000-6Q	GRID M10-1B
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+1.2%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.2%)
Longevity	🏆Elite Architecture (Ampere (2020−2025) / 8nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019))
Ecosystem	✨ DLSS 3/4 + Frame Gen Support	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency	Normal Efficiency	Normal Efficiency
Case Fit	—	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The GRID M10-1B offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $150 versus $2,500 for the RTXA5000-6Q, it costs 94% less. While it maintains basic entry-level capabilities, this results in a 1547% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	RTXA5000-6Q	GRID M10-1B
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+1547%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($2,500)	✅More affordable ($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.

RTXA5000-6Q Benchmark Check

GRID M10-1B Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of RTXA5000-6Q and GRID M10-1B

RTXA5000-6Q

The RTXA5000-6Q is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in April 12 2021. It features the Ampere architecture. The core clock ranges from 1170 MHz to 1695 MHz. It has 8192 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 230W. Manufactured using 8 nm process technology. It features 64 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 1,522 points.

GRID M10-1B

The GRID M10-1B 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: 1,504 points.

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Graphics Performance

The RTXA5000-6Q scores 1,522 and the GRID M10-1B reaches 1,504 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The RTXA5000-6Q is built on Ampere while the GRID M10-1B uses Maxwell 2.0, both on 8 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 8,192 (RTXA5000-6Q) vs 2,048 (GRID M10-1B). Raw compute: 27.77 TFLOPS (RTXA5000-6Q) vs 4.825 TFLOPS (GRID M10-1B). Boost clocks: 1695 MHz vs 1178 MHz.

Feature	RTXA5000-6Q	GRID M10-1B
G3D Mark Score	1,522+1%	1,504
Architecture	Ampere	Maxwell 2.0
Process Node	8 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	8192+300%	2048
Compute (TFLOPS)	27.77 TFLOPS+476%	4.825 TFLOPS
Boost Clock	1695 MHz+44%	1178 MHz
ROPs	96+50%	64
TMUs	256+100%	128
L1 Cache	8 MB+967%	0.75 MB
L2 Cache	6 MB+200%	2 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	RTXA5000-6Q	GRID M10-1B
Upscaling Tech	FSR 1.0 (Software)	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	Not Supported	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	NVIDIA Reflex	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

Both cards feature 512 MB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 6 MB (RTXA5000-6Q) vs 2 MB (GRID M10-1B) — the RTXA5000-6Q has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	RTXA5000-6Q	GRID M10-1B
VRAM Capacity	0.5 GB	0.5 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	64-bit	64-bit
L2 Cache	6 MB+200%	2 MB

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Power & Dimensions

The RTXA5000-6Q draws 230W versus the GRID M10-1B's 225W — a 2.2% difference. The GRID M10-1B is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (RTXA5000-6Q) vs 350W (GRID M10-1B). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.

Feature	RTXA5000-6Q	GRID M10-1B
TDP	230W	225W-2%
Recommended PSU	350W	350W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	PCIe-powered
Length	—	1mm
Slots	—	0
Perf/Watt	6.6	6.7+2%

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Value Analysis

The RTXA5000-6Q launched at $2500 MSRP and currently averages $2500, while the GRID M10-1B launched at $2500 and now averages $150. The GRID M10-1B costs 94% less ($2350 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 0.6 (RTXA5000-6Q) vs 10.0 (GRID M10-1B) — the GRID M10-1B offers 1566.7% better value. The RTXA5000-6Q is the newer GPU (2021 vs 2015).