Arc A310 vs Tesla K80
Arc A310
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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
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Performance Per Dollar Arc A310
Performance Per Dollar Tesla K80
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The Arc A310 is significantly newer (2022 vs 2014). The Arc A310 likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Tesla K80 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Arc A310 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.4% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Tesla K80.
| Insight | Arc A310 | Tesla K80 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.4%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.4%) |
| Longevity | Generation 12.7 (2022−2023) (6nm) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Kepler 2.0 (2013−2015)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | 📏 Compact / SFF Friendly | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The Tesla K80 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $50 versus $100 for the Arc A310, it costs 50% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 97.2% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | Arc A310 | Tesla K80 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌Lower cost efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+97.2%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($100) | ✅More affordable ($50) |
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 Arc A310 and Tesla K80
Arc A310
The Arc A310 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in October 12 2022. It features the Generation 12.7 architecture. The core clock ranges from 2000 MHz to 2000 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 6 nm process technology. It features 6 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 5,438 points.
Tesla K80
The Tesla K80 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in November 17 2014. It features the Kepler 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 562 MHz to 824 MHz. It has 2496 ×2 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 300W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 5,363 points.
Graphics Performance
The Arc A310 scores 5,438 and the Tesla K80 reaches 5,363 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.4% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The Arc A310 is built on Generation 12.7 while the Tesla K80 uses Kepler 2.0, both on 6 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 768 (Arc A310) vs 2,496 (Tesla K80). Raw compute: 3.072 TFLOPS (Arc A310) vs 4.113 TFLOPS ×2 (Tesla K80). Boost clocks: 2000 MHz vs 824 MHz.
| Feature | Arc A310 | Tesla K80 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 5,438+1% | 5,363 |
| Architecture | Generation 12.7 | Kepler 2.0 |
| Process Node | 6 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 768 | 2496 ×2+225% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 3.072 TFLOPS | 4.113 TFLOPS ×2+34% |
| Boost Clock | 2000 MHz+143% | 824 MHz |
| ROPs | 16 | 48 ×2+200% |
| TMUs | 32 | 208 ×2+550% |
| L1 Cache | 1.1 MB+450% | 0.2 MB |
| L2 Cache | 4 MB+167% | 1.5 MB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Arc A310 | Tesla K80 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | XeSS | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | FSR 3 (Compatible) | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
Both cards feature 4 GB of GDDR6. Bus width: 64-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 4 MB (Arc A310) vs 1.5 MB (Tesla K80) — the Arc A310 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | Arc A310 | Tesla K80 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Bus Width | 64-bit | 128-bit+100% |
| L2 Cache | 4 MB+167% | 1.5 MB |
Power & Dimensions
The Arc A310 draws 75W versus the Tesla K80's 300W — a 120% difference. The Arc A310 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (Arc A310) vs 350W (Tesla K80). Power connectors: None vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | Arc A310 | Tesla K80 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 75W-75% | 300W |
| Recommended PSU | 300W-14% | 350W |
| Power Connector | None | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 169mm | — |
| Height | 69mm | — |
| Slots | 2 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 65°C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 72.5+305% | 17.9 |
Value Analysis
The Arc A310 launched at $100 MSRP and currently averages $100, while the Tesla K80 launched at $5000 and now averages $50. The Tesla K80 costs 50% less ($50 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 54.4 (Arc A310) vs 107.3 (Tesla K80) — the Tesla K80 offers 97.2% better value. The Arc A310 is the newer GPU (2022 vs 2014).
| Feature | Arc A310 | Tesla K80 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $100-98% | $5000 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $100 | $50-50% |
| Performance per Dollar | 54.4 | 107.3+97% |
| Codename | DG2-128 | GK210 |
| Release | October 12 2022 | November 17 2014 |
| Ranking | #422 | #419 |
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