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GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
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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 GTX 1050 (Mobile) is positioned at rank 13 and the Tesla K40c is on rank 378, so the GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile) offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
Performance Per Dollar Tesla K40c
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
⚠️ Generational Difference
The GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile) is significantly newer (2025 vs 2013). The GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile) likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Tesla K40c lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Tesla K40c is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.7% higher G3D Mark score. However, the GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile) offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile) | Tesla K40c |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.7%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.7%) |
| Longevity | Blackwell (2024−2025) (3nm) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+100%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | Standard Size (267mm) |
💎 Value Proposition
The GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile) offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $50 versus $500 for the Tesla K40c, it costs 90% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 892.9% higher cost efficiency score.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile) | Tesla K40c |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅Better overall value (+892.9%) | ❌Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅More affordable ($50) | ⚠️Higher upfront cost ($500) |
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 GTX 1050 (Mobile) and Tesla K40c
GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)
The GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile) is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 2 2025. It features the Blackwell 2.0 architecture. It has 3584 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 3 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,463 points.
Tesla K40c
The Tesla K40c is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in October 8 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 745 MHz to 876 MHz. It has 2880 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 245W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,495 points. Launch price was $7,699.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile) scores 4,463 and the Tesla K40c reaches 4,495 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.7% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile) is built on Blackwell 2.0 while the Tesla K40c uses Kepler, both on 3 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 3,584 (GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)) vs 2,880 (Tesla K40c).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile) | Tesla K40c |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 4,463 | 4,495 |
| Architecture | Blackwell 2.0 | Kepler |
| Process Node | 3 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 3584+24% | 2880 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile) | Tesla K40c |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile) comes with 4 GB of VRAM, while the Tesla K40c has 2 GB. The GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile) offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile) | Tesla K40c |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB+100% | 2 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 128-bit+100% | 64-bit |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 12 (12_1) (GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)) vs 11_0 (Tesla K40c). Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 0.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile) | Tesla K40c |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 12 (12_1)+9% | 11_0 |
| Max Displays | 4 | 0 |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile) draws 50W versus the Tesla K40c's 245W — a 132.2% difference. The GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile) is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)) vs 350W (Tesla K40c). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile) | Tesla K40c |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 50W-80% | 245W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | PCIe-powered |
| Length | — | 267mm |
| Slots | 0-100% | 2 |
| Temp (Load) | 80°C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 89.3+388% | 18.3 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile) costs 90% less ($450 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 89.3 (GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile)) vs 9.0 (Tesla K40c) — the GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile) offers 892.2% better value. The GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile) is the newer GPU (2025 vs 2013).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 1050 (Mobile) | Tesla K40c |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | — | $7699 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $50-90% | $500 |
| Performance per Dollar | 89.3+892% | 9.0 |
| Codename | GN22-X2 | GK180 |
| Release | January 2 2025 | October 8 2013 |
| Ranking | #não classificado | #465 |
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