GPU·Budget

GRID P4-1Q

NVIDIA

G3D Mark

730

MSRP

$5890

AVG Price

$185

August 30 2015
225 Watt
Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019)

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.

Overview

The GRID P4-1Q 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: 730 points.

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 GRID P4-1Q

#394
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134%
#395
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131%
#396
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#398
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#399
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127%
#400
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MSRP: $119|Avg: $30
126%
#401
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MSRP: N/A|Avg: $500
121%
#402
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MSRP: $2500|Avg: $1000
121%
#403
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MSRP: $149|Avg: $30
120%
#404
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MSRP: N/A|Avg: $15
116%
#405
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106%
#406
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105%
#407
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102%
#408
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MSRP: $31000|Avg: $8174
101%
#409
GRID P4-1Q
MSRP: $5890|Avg: $185
100%
#410
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100%
#411
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95%
#412
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92%
#413
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88%
#414
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84%
#415
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80%
#416
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MSRP: N/A|Avg: $1000
79%
#417
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MSRP: $4999|Avg: $4999
75%
#418
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72%
#419
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68%
#420
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68%
#421
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67%
#422
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64%
#423
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58%
#424
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MSRP: $599|Avg: $15
57%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of GRID P4-1Q specifications and capabilities.

Graphics Performance

The GRID P4-1Q scores 730 in the G3D Mark benchmark (the standard measure of rasterization GPU performance), placing it in the Entry Level tier as a Legacy generation graphics card. It is built on the Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019) architecture (codename: GM204), manufactured on a 28 nm process— smaller process nodes improve power efficiency and transistor density. It packs 2048 shader units (the primary compute units for rendering pixels), 128 TMUs (texture mapping units), and 64 ROPs (render output units that handle final pixel output). Raw FP32 compute power: 4.825 TFLOPS — this measures the theoretical peak floating-point performance. Boost clock reaches 1178 MHz from a base of 557 MHz.

SpecificationGRID P4-1Q
G3D MarkPassMark 3D graphics benchmark score730
ArchitectureGPU microarchitecture generationMaxwell 2.0 (2014−2019)
CodenameInternal GPU die codenameGM204
Manufacturing ProcessFabrication node — smaller = more efficient28 nm
Shader UnitsCore compute units for rendering/compute2048
TMUsTexture Mapping Units — handle texture sampling128
ROPsRender Output Units — final pixel/color blending64
Boost ClockMaximum GPU frequency under load1178 MHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum GPU frequency557 MHz
Compute (FP32)Peak single-precision floating-point performance4.825 TFLOPS
Texture Fill RateTextures processed per second150.8 GTexel/s
PCIe InterfaceCPU↔GPU data link generationPCIe 3.0 x4
Transistor Count5,200 million
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking#525
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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GRID P4-1Q is equipped with 0.5 GB of GDDR5 video memory connected via a 64-bit memory bus. Memory operates at 8 Gbps effective speed.

SpecificationGRID P4-1Q
VRAM SizeVideo memory capacity — more = better for high-res textures0.5 GB
VRAM TypeMemory technology generationGDDR5
Memory BusWidth of data path — wider = more bandwidth64-bit
Memory SpeedEffective memory data rate8 Gbps
L1 Cache768 kB
L2 Cache2 MB
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Display & Media

Display outputs: .

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Power & Dimensions

The GRID P4-1Q draws 225 Watt under load (TDP) — a 350W PSU minimum is recommended. Power connector: PCIe-powered.

SpecificationGRID P4-1Q
TDPPower consumption under load225 Watt
Recommended PSUMinimum power supply wattage350W
Power ConnectorRequired PCIe power cable typePCIe-powered
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Value Analysis

At an average price of $185 (MSRP: $5890), the GRID P4-1Q delivers 4 G3D Mark points per dollar. Overall performance ranking position: #525 among all indexed GPUs.

SpecificationGRID P4-1Q
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price$5890
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days$185
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking#525
Release DateAugust 30 2015
Release Year2015

Specifications Reference

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Technical Specifications

17 specs

ROPs64
TMUs128
Vram0.5 GB
L1 Cache768 kB
L2 Cache2 MB
Core Clock557 MHz
Boost Clock1178 MHz
Memory TypeGDDR5
Memory Speed8 Gbps
Shading Units2048
PCIe GenerationPCIe 3.0 x4
Memory Bus Width64-bit
Transistor Count5,200 million
Texture Fill Rate150.8
Manufacturing Process28 nm
Power Consumption (TDP)225 Watt
Floating Point Performance4.825 TFLOPS

General Information

4 specs

CodenameGM204
ArchitectureMaxwell 2.0 (2014−2019)
Release DateAugust 30 2015
Performance Ranking Position525

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