GPU·Budget

GRID P40-24Q

NVIDIA

G3D Mark

7,057

MSRP

$5699

AVG Price

$200

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 P40-24Q 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: 7,057 points.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. The GRID P40-24Q is positioned at rank #338 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. 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 P40-24Q

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Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of GRID P40-24Q specifications and capabilities.

Graphics Performance

The GRID P40-24Q scores 7,057 in the G3D Mark benchmark (the standard measure of rasterization GPU performance), placing it in the Budget 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 P40-24Q
G3D MarkPassMark 3D graphics benchmark score7,057
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 x8
Transistor Count5,200 million
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking#433
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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GRID P40-24Q is equipped with 4 GB of GDDR6 video memory connected via a 128-bit memory bus. GDDR6 provides fast memory access for gaming and compute workloads. Memory operates at 14 Gbps effective speed.

SpecificationGRID P40-24Q
VRAM SizeVideo memory capacity — more = better for high-res textures4 GB
VRAM TypeMemory technology generationGDDR6
Memory BusWidth of data path — wider = more bandwidth128-bit
Memory SpeedEffective memory data rate14 Gbps
L1 Cache768 kB
L2 Cache2 MB

Advanced Features & APIs

Graphics API support: DirectX 12.0, Vulkan 1.1, OpenGL 4.5— latest API versions enable the most advanced rendering features like ray tracing and mesh shaders.

SpecificationGRID P40-24Q
DirectXMicrosoft graphics API version12.0
VulkanCross-platform graphics API1.1
OpenGLLegacy graphics API4.5
Compute APIGPGPU framework (CUDA/ROCm/OpenCL)CUDA 6.1
Multi-GPUSLI/CrossFire/NVLink supportGRID
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Display & Media

Display outputs: 0x None — supports up to 0 simultaneous displays. Hardware encoder: NVENC 4.0, decoder: PureVideo HD VP7— dedicated hardware for video encoding/decoding accelerates streaming, recording, and video playback. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9.

SpecificationGRID P40-24Q
None PortsNumber of None display connectors0x
Max DisplaysMaximum simultaneously connected monitors0
Hardware EncoderVideo encoding engine versionNVENC 4.0
Hardware DecoderVideo decoding engine versionPureVideo HD VP7
CodecsSupported video compression formatsMPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9
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Power & Dimensions

The GRID P40-24Q draws 225 Watt under load (TDP) — a 350W PSU minimum is recommended. Power connector: PCIe-powered. Physical size: 267mm long, 111mm tall, occupying 2 expansion slots, weighing 968g— verify your case has clearance before purchasing.

SpecificationGRID P40-24Q
TDPPower consumption under load225 Watt
Recommended PSUMinimum power supply wattage350W
Power ConnectorRequired PCIe power cable typePCIe-powered
Card LengthGPU card length — check case clearance267mm
Card Height111mm
Slot WidthExpansion slots occupied2-slot
Weight968g
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Value Analysis

At an average price of $200 (MSRP: $5699), the GRID P40-24Q delivers 35 G3D Mark points per dollar. It holds Rank #338 in the cost-benefit ranking — a comprehensive score that weighs raw performance against current market pricing. Overall performance ranking position: #433 among all indexed GPUs.

SpecificationGRID P40-24Q
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price$5699
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days$200
Cost-Benefit RankOverall value ranking position#338
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking#433
Release DateAugust 30 2015
Release Year2015

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