Tesla M10
VS
GRID P4-2Q

Tesla M10 vs GRID P4-2Q

NVIDIA

Tesla M10

2016Core: 1033 MHzBoost: 1306 MHz
VS

GRID P4-2Q

2015Core: 557 MHzBoost: 1178 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

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. The Tesla M10 is positioned at rank 334 and the GRID P4-2Q is on rank 285, so the GRID P4-2Q 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 Tesla M10

#117
L40
MSRP: $31000|Avg: $8174
83%
#319
Tesla K20m
MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55
11632%
#334
Tesla M10
MSRP: $2500|Avg: $500
100%
#335
Tesla C2050
MSRP: $2499|Avg: $95
100%
#336
FirePro S10000
MSRP: $3599|Avg: $500
99%
#337
Quadro FX 3450
MSRP: $119|Avg: $30
98%
#338
GRID P40-24Q
MSRP: $5699|Avg: $200
98%
#339
Quadro 4000
MSRP: $1199|Avg: $30
97%
#340
FireStream 9250
MSRP: $999|Avg: $49
92%
#341
GRID P40-3Q
MSRP: $5699|Avg: $5699
91%
#342
GRID M10-2Q
MSRP: $2500|Avg: $150
85%
#343
Tesla K80
MSRP: $5000|Avg: $50
84%
#344
GRID M10-4Q
MSRP: $2805|Avg: $340
83%
#346
GRID M10-8Q
MSRP: $2500|Avg: $500
82%
#347
FirePro V8700
MSRP: $1499|Avg: $170
81%
#348
Quadro FX 3800
MSRP: $799|Avg: $20
81%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar GRID P4-2Q

#110
Quadro GV100
MSRP: $8999|Avg: $8999
100%
#111
Tesla P40
MSRP: $5699|Avg: $150
98%
#112
GRID RTX6000-1Q
MSRP: $6299|Avg: $1500
95%
#113
Quadro RTX 8000
MSRP: $9999|Avg: $9999
94%
#114
Quadro GP100
MSRP: $7000|Avg: $1335
93%
#269
Tesla K20m
MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55
7001%
#285
GRID P4-2Q
MSRP: $1500|Avg: $235
100%
#286
Tesla C2070
MSRP: $1499|Avg: $38
99%
#287
Quadro 2000 D
MSRP: $599|Avg: $35
98%
#289
FirePro V5900
MSRP: $599|Avg: $15
98%
#290
FirePro S9000
MSRP: $2499|Avg: $156
96%
#293
GRID P40-4Q
MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150
94%
#294
RTXA5000-8Q
MSRP: $2500|Avg: $2500
93%
#296
GRID P6-2Q
MSRP: $2000|Avg: $150
93%
#298
GRID K220Q
MSRP: $469|Avg: $40
92%
#299
FirePro W9100
MSRP: $4000|Avg: $200
92%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Tesla M10 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.3% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GRID P4-2Q.

InsightTesla M10GRID P4-2Q
Performance
Leading raw performance (+0.3%)
Lower raw frame rates (-0.3%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Maxwell (2014−2017))
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019))
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM
❌ Less VRAM capacity
✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency
Normal Efficiency
Normal Efficiency
Case Fit
Standard Size (267mm)

💎 Value Proposition

The GRID P4-2Q offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GRID P4-2Q holds the technical lead. Priced at $235 (vs $500), it costs 53% less, resulting in a 112% higher cost efficiency score.

InsightTesla M10GRID P4-2Q
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Better overall value (+112%)
Upfront Cost
⚠️Higher upfront cost ($500)
More affordable ($235)

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 Tesla M10 and GRID P4-2Q

NVIDIA

Tesla M10

The Tesla M10 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 ×4 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 225W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,173 points.

NVIDIA

GRID P4-2Q

The GRID P4-2Q 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: 3,162 points.

Graphics Performance

The Tesla M10 scores 3,173 and the GRID P4-2Q reaches 3,162 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.3% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Tesla M10 is built on Maxwell while the GRID P4-2Q uses Maxwell 2.0, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 640 (Tesla M10) vs 2,048 (GRID P4-2Q). Raw compute: 1.672 TFLOPS ×4 (Tesla M10) vs 4.825 TFLOPS (GRID P4-2Q). Boost clocks: 1306 MHz vs 1178 MHz.

FeatureTesla M10GRID P4-2Q
G3D Mark Score
3,173
3,162
Architecture
Maxwell
Maxwell 2.0
Process Node
28 nm
28 nm
Shading Units
640 ×4
2048+220%
Compute (TFLOPS)
1.672 TFLOPS ×4
4.825 TFLOPS+189%
Boost Clock
1306 MHz+11%
1178 MHz
ROPs
16 ×4
64+300%
TMUs
40 ×4
128+220%
L1 Cache
320 KB
768 KB+140%
L2 Cache
2 MB
2 MB

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureTesla M10GRID P4-2Q
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)

Both cards feature 2 GB of GDDR5. Bus width: 64-bit vs 64-bit.

FeatureTesla M10GRID P4-2Q
VRAM Capacity
2 GB
2 GB
Memory Type
GDDR5
GDDR5
Bus Width
64-bit
64-bit
L2 Cache
2 MB
2 MB
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Power & Dimensions

The Tesla M10 draws 225W versus the GRID P4-2Q's 225W — a 0% difference. The GRID P4-2Q is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Tesla M10) vs 350W (GRID P4-2Q). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.

FeatureTesla M10GRID P4-2Q
TDP
225W
225W
Recommended PSU
350W
350W
Power Connector
PCIe-powered
PCIe-powered
Length
267mm
Slots
2
Perf/Watt
14.1
14.1
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Value Analysis

The Tesla M10 launched at $2500 MSRP and currently averages $500, while the GRID P4-2Q launched at $1500 and now averages $235. The GRID P4-2Q costs 53% less ($265 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 6.3 (Tesla M10) vs 13.5 (GRID P4-2Q) — the GRID P4-2Q offers 114.3% better value. The Tesla M10 is the newer GPU (2016 vs 2015).

FeatureTesla M10GRID P4-2Q
MSRP
$2500
$1500-40%
Avg Price (30d)
$500
$235-53%
Performance per Dollar
6.3
13.5+114%
Codename
GM107
GM204
Release
May 18 2016
August 30 2015
Ranking
#570
#433