GRID M6-8Q

Reference GPU
Maxwell 2.0GRIDDesktopGDDR52015NVIDIA
Partial entry. Core specifications may be present, but history, variant notes, known issues, and source review may be incomplete.
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At a Glance

Entry Type
Reference GPU
Architecture
Maxwell 2.0
Series
GRID
GPU Die
GM204
Launch Date
2015-08-30
CUDA Cores
1,536
TMUs
96
ROPs
64
Memory
8 GB GDDR5
Bus Width
256-bit
TDP/TBP
100 W
Rec. PSU
300 W
Interface
PCIe 3.0 x16
Data Confidence
Partial

Overview

GRID M6-8Q is an NVIDIA GPU entry in the GRID family. It is listed with Maxwell 2.0 architecture and GM204 silicon.

Key reference data: 1,536 CUDA cores/shaders, 8 GB GDDR5 memory, 256-bit memory bus, 100 W board power class.

Board-partner cards can vary in cooler, PCB, display outputs, clocks, BIOS behavior, and power connector layout.

Collector Notes

For archival use, record the exact board-partner SKU, PCB revision, VBIOS, cooler, slot width, memory configuration, power connectors, display outputs, factory clocks, and any regional or OEM markings.

Used-Market Caution

Before buying used, verify the exact model and memory size, stress-test for artifacts, inspect fans, pads, screws, and power connectors, confirm display outputs, check driver support, and be wary of mined, flashed, or counterfeit listings.

Known Issues

Known issues pending source review.

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SourcesPartial

Sources reviewed: 2026-06-20

This entry is still being source-checked.

Specifications are currently based on reference/spec-dump sources. Historical notes require additional source review.

Data confidence and source status

Partial entry. Core specifications may be present, but history, variant notes, known issues, and source review may be incomplete.

  • Verified: core specifications and historical notes have been reviewed against listed sources.
  • Partial: core specifications may be present, but history, variant notes, known issues, and source review may be incomplete.
  • Imported: spec-only imported entry pending editorial source review.
  • Needs source review: narrative notes are incomplete until reviewed.

Independent reference sources

  1. TechPowerUp GPU SpecsModel-level specification reference for this GPU entryOpen source

Derived datasets and spec dumps

  1. RightNow GPU DatabaseOpen data inventory used for bulk normalization and cross-checking Derived/spec-dump source. Treat as a reference dataset, not independent historical verification.Open source

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