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GRID P40-6Q

NVIDIA

G3D Mark

905

MSRP

$3000

AVG Price

$150

June 28 2013
225 Watt
Kepler (2012−2018)

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 P40-6Q is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in June 28 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 745 MHz. It has 1536 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 225W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 905 points. Launch price was $469.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. The GRID P40-6Q is positioned at rank #396 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 P40-6Q

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#396
GRID P40-6Q
MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150
100%
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#400
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#401
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77%
#402
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77%
#403
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73%
#405
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67%
#406
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67%
#407
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60%
#409
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57%
#410
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53%
#411
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53%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of GRID P40-6Q specifications and capabilities.

Graphics Performance

The GRID P40-6Q scores 905 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 Kepler (2012−2018) architecture (codename: GK104), manufactured on a 28 nm process— smaller process nodes improve power efficiency and transistor density. It packs 1536 shader units (the primary compute units for rendering pixels), 128 TMUs (texture mapping units), and 32 ROPs (render output units that handle final pixel output). Raw FP32 compute power: 2.289 TFLOPS — this measures the theoretical peak floating-point performance.

SpecificationGRID P40-6Q
G3D MarkPassMark 3D graphics benchmark score905
ArchitectureGPU microarchitecture generationKepler (2012−2018)
CodenameInternal GPU die codenameGK104
Manufacturing ProcessFabrication node — smaller = more efficient28 nm
Shader UnitsCore compute units for rendering/compute1536
TMUsTexture Mapping Units — handle texture sampling128
ROPsRender Output Units — final pixel/color blending32
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum GPU frequency745 MHz
Compute (FP32)Peak single-precision floating-point performance2.289 TFLOPS
Texture Fill RateTextures processed per second95.36 GTexel/s
PCIe InterfaceCPU↔GPU data link generationPCIe 3.0 x4
Transistor Count3,540 million
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking#628
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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GRID P40-6Q 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 P40-6Q
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 Cache128 kB
L2 Cache512 kB

Advanced Features & APIs

Graphics API support: DirectX 12_1— latest API versions enable the most advanced rendering features like ray tracing and mesh shaders.

SpecificationGRID P40-6Q
DirectXMicrosoft graphics API version12_1
Compute APIGPGPU framework (CUDA/ROCm/OpenCL)CUDA 6.1
Multi-GPUSLI/CrossFire/NVLink supportvGPU
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Display & Media

Display outputs: — supports up to 0 simultaneous displays.

SpecificationGRID P40-6Q
Max DisplaysMaximum simultaneously connected monitors0
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Power & Dimensions

The GRID P40-6Q draws 225 Watt under load (TDP) — a 350W PSU minimum is recommended. Power connector: PCIe-powered. Physical size: 1mm long, occupying 0 expansion slots— verify your case has clearance before purchasing.

SpecificationGRID P40-6Q
TDPPower consumption under load225 Watt
Recommended PSUMinimum power supply wattage350W
Power ConnectorRequired PCIe power cable typePCIe-powered
Card LengthGPU card length — check case clearance1mm
Slot WidthExpansion slots occupied0-slot
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Value Analysis

At an average price of $150 (MSRP: $3000), the GRID P40-6Q delivers 6 G3D Mark points per dollar. It holds Rank #396 in the cost-benefit ranking — a comprehensive score that weighs raw performance against current market pricing. Overall performance ranking position: #628 among all indexed GPUs.

SpecificationGRID P40-6Q
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price$3000
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days$150
Cost-Benefit RankOverall value ranking position#396
Performance RankPosition in global GPU performance ranking#628
Release DateJune 28 2013
Release Year2013

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