GeForce GTX 1050 3GB vs Tesla K8

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.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar Tesla K8

#90

Quadro P5000

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $400

100%

#91

RTX PRO 6000

MSRP: $8565|Avg: $8565

98%

#92

RTX A6000

MSRP: $4649|Avg: $3500

96%

#93

Quadro RTX A6000

MSRP: $4649|Avg: $3500

96%

#193

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

2891%

#208

Tesla K8

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $100

100%

#210

GRID K240Q

MSRP: $500|Avg: $40

99%

#211

FirePro M4150

MSRP: $200|Avg: $50

99%

#212

FirePro V4900

MSRP: $200|Avg: $47

99%

#213

GRID K160Q

MSRP: $125|Avg: $30

98%

#215

Quadro

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $50

98%

#216

FirePro W5000

MSRP: $599|Avg: $40

97%

#219

FirePro W7000 Adapter

MSRP: $899|Avg: $15

95%

#220

Quadro K420

MSRP: $150|Avg: $20

95%

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FirePro W7000

MSRP: $899|Avg: $50

94%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The GeForce GTX 1050 3GB uses modern memory architecture. The GeForce GTX 1050 3GB likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Tesla K8 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 1050 3GB is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.1% higher G3D Mark score. However, the Tesla K8 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1050 3GB	Tesla K8
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+0.1%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.1%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2018 / Pascal (2016−2021))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Kepler (2012−2018))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+33.3%)
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	—

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 1050 3GB offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $60 versus $100 for the Tesla K8, it costs 40% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 66.8% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1050 3GB	Tesla K8
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+66.8%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($60)	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($100)

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.

GeForce GTX 1050 3GB Benchmark Check

Tesla K8 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 1050 3GB and Tesla K8

GeForce GTX 1050 3GB

The GeForce GTX 1050 3GB is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 21 2018. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1392 MHz to 1518 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 5,116 points.

Tesla K8

The Tesla K8 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in September 16 2014. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 693 MHz to 811 MHz. It has 1536 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 100W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 5,111 points.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 1050 3GB scores 5,116 and the Tesla K8 reaches 5,111 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.1% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 1050 3GB is built on Pascal while the Tesla K8 uses Kepler, both on 14 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 768 (GeForce GTX 1050 3GB) vs 1,536 (Tesla K8). Raw compute: 2.332 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1050 3GB) vs 2.491 TFLOPS (Tesla K8). Boost clocks: 1518 MHz vs 811 MHz.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1050 3GB	Tesla K8
G3D Mark Score	5,116	5,111
Architecture	Pascal	Kepler
Process Node	14 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	768	1536+100%
Compute (TFLOPS)	2.332 TFLOPS	2.491 TFLOPS+7%
Boost Clock	1518 MHz+87%	811 MHz
ROPs	24	32+33%
TMUs	48	128+167%
L1 Cache	288 KB+125%	128 KB
L2 Cache	768 KB+50%	512 KB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 1050 3GB	Tesla K8
Upscaling Tech	FSR 2.1 (Compatible)	FSR 1.0 (Software)
Frame Generation	FSR 3 (Compatible)	Not Supported
Ray Reconstruction	No	No
Low Latency	Standard	Standard

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Video Memory (VRAM)

The GeForce GTX 1050 3GB comes with 3 GB of VRAM, while the Tesla K8 has 4 GB. The Tesla K8 offers 33.3% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 96-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 768 KB (GeForce GTX 1050 3GB) vs 512 KB (Tesla K8) — the GeForce GTX 1050 3GB has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1050 3GB	Tesla K8
VRAM Capacity	3 GB	4 GB+33%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR6
Bus Width	96-bit	128-bit+33%
L2 Cache	768 KB+50%	512 KB

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 1050 3GB draws 75W versus the Tesla K8's 100W — a 28.6% difference. The GeForce GTX 1050 3GB is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GTX 1050 3GB) vs 350W (Tesla K8). Power connectors: None vs PCIe-powered.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1050 3GB	Tesla K8
TDP	75W-25%	100W
Recommended PSU	300W-14%	350W
Power Connector	None	PCIe-powered
Length	145mm	—
Height	111mm	—
Slots	2	—
Temp (Load)	65	—
Perf/Watt	68.2+33%	51.1

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 1050 3GB launched at $129 MSRP and currently averages $60, while the Tesla K8 launched at $1000 and now averages $100. The GeForce GTX 1050 3GB costs 40% less ($40 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 85.3 (GeForce GTX 1050 3GB) vs 51.1 (Tesla K8) — the GeForce GTX 1050 3GB offers 66.9% better value. The GeForce GTX 1050 3GB is the newer GPU (2018 vs 2014).