GeForce 770M vs Tesla C2050
GeForce 770M
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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
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The GeForce 770M is positioned at rank 57 and the Tesla C2050 is on rank 334, so the GeForce 770M offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GeForce 770M
Performance Per Dollar Tesla C2050
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The GeForce 770M is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.2% higher G3D Mark score. However, the Tesla C2050 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | GeForce 770M | Tesla C2050 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+2.2%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.2%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / Fermi (2010−2014)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+300%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce 770M offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce 770M holds the technical lead. Priced at $40 (vs $95), it costs 58% less, resulting in a 142.7% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce 770M | Tesla C2050 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+142.7%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($40) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($95) |
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 GeForce 770M and Tesla C2050
GeForce 770M
The GeForce 770M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 30 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 811 MHz to 797 MHz. It has 960 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,246 points. Launch price was $189.99.
Tesla C2050
The Tesla C2050 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in July 25 2011. It features the Fermi architecture. The core clock speed is 574 MHz. It has 448 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 238W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,176 points.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce 770M scores 3,246 and the Tesla C2050 reaches 3,176 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce 770M is built on Kepler while the Tesla C2050 uses Fermi, both on 28 nm vs 40 nm. Shader units: 960 (GeForce 770M) vs 448 (Tesla C2050). Raw compute: 1.53 TFLOPS (GeForce 770M) vs 1.028 TFLOPS (Tesla C2050).
| Feature | GeForce 770M | Tesla C2050 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 3,246+2% | 3,176 |
| Architecture | Kepler | Fermi |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 40 nm |
| Shading Units | 960+114% | 448 |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 1.53 TFLOPS+49% | 1.028 TFLOPS |
| ROPs | 24 | 48+100% |
| TMUs | 80+43% | 56 |
| L1 Cache | 80 KB | 896 KB+1020% |
| L2 Cache | 384 KB | 768 KB+100% |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce 770M | Tesla C2050 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | Standard | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce 770M comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the Tesla C2050 has 2 GB. The Tesla C2050 offers 300% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 384 KB (GeForce 770M) vs 768 KB (Tesla C2050) — the Tesla C2050 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce 770M | Tesla C2050 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | 2 GB+300% |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 128-bit+100% | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 384 KB | 768 KB+100% |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce 770M draws 75W versus the Tesla C2050's 238W — a 104.2% difference. The GeForce 770M is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce 770M) vs 350W (Tesla C2050). Power connectors: Legacy vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | GeForce 770M | Tesla C2050 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 75W-68% | 238W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | Legacy | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 0mm | — |
| Height | 0mm | — |
| Slots | 0 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 85°C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 43.3+226% | 13.3 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce 770M costs 57.9% less ($55 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 81.2 (GeForce 770M) vs 33.4 (Tesla C2050) — the GeForce 770M offers 143.1% better value. The GeForce 770M is the newer GPU (2013 vs 2011).
| Feature | GeForce 770M | Tesla C2050 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | — | $2499 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $40-58% | $95 |
| Performance per Dollar | 81.2+143% | 33.4 |
| Codename | GK106 | GF100 |
| Release | May 30 2013 | July 25 2011 |
| Ranking | #603 | #569 |
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