GeForce GTX 1050 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%

#223

FirePro W7000

MSRP: $899|Avg: $50

94%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Tesla K8 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.5% higher G3D Mark score and 100% more VRAM (4 GB vs 2 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 1050.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1050	Tesla K8
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.5%)	✅Leading raw performance (+1.5%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2016 / Pascal (2016−2021))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Kepler (2012−2018))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+100%)
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	—

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 1050 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 1050 holds the technical lead. Priced at $45 (vs $100), it costs 55% less, resulting in a 118.8% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1050	Tesla K8
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+118.8%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($45)	⚠️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.

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Technical Specifications

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

GeForce GTX 1050

The GeForce GTX 1050 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in October 25 2016. It features the Pascal architecture. The core clock ranges from 1290 MHz to 1392 MHz. It has 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 60W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 5,033 points. Launch price was $109.

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 scores 5,033 and the Tesla K8 reaches 5,111 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.5% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 1050 is built on Pascal while the Tesla K8 uses Kepler, both on 14 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 640 (GeForce GTX 1050) vs 1,536 (Tesla K8). Raw compute: 1.862 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 1050) vs 2.491 TFLOPS (Tesla K8). Boost clocks: 1392 MHz vs 811 MHz.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1050	Tesla K8
G3D Mark Score	5,033	5,111+2%
Architecture	Pascal	Kepler
Process Node	14 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	640	1536+140%
Compute (TFLOPS)	1.862 TFLOPS	2.491 TFLOPS+34%
Boost Clock	1392 MHz+72%	811 MHz
ROPs	32	32
TMUs	40	128+220%
L1 Cache	240 KB+88%	128 KB
L2 Cache	1 MB+100%	0.5 MB

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 1050	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 comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the Tesla K8 has 4 GB. The Tesla K8 offers 100% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 1 MB (GeForce GTX 1050) vs 0.5 MB (Tesla K8) — the GeForce GTX 1050 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1050	Tesla K8
VRAM Capacity	2 GB	4 GB+100%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR6
Bus Width	128-bit	128-bit
L2 Cache	1 MB+100%	0.5 MB

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 1050 draws 60W versus the Tesla K8's 100W — a 50% difference. The GeForce GTX 1050 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 300W (GeForce GTX 1050) vs 350W (Tesla K8). Power connectors: None vs PCIe-powered.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1050	Tesla K8
TDP	60W-40%	100W
Recommended PSU	300W-14%	350W
Power Connector	None	PCIe-powered
Length	145mm	—
Height	111mm	—
Slots	2	—
Temp (Load)	65 C	—
Perf/Watt	83.9+64%	51.1

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 1050 launched at $110 MSRP and currently averages $45, while the Tesla K8 launched at $1000 and now averages $100. The GeForce GTX 1050 costs 55% less ($55 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 111.8 (GeForce GTX 1050) vs 51.1 (Tesla K8) — the GeForce GTX 1050 offers 118.8% better value. The GeForce GTX 1050 is the newer GPU (2016 vs 2014).

Feature	GeForce GTX 1050	Tesla K8
MSRP	$110-89%	$1000
Avg Price (30d)	$45-55%	$100
Performance per Dollar	111.8+119%	51.1
Codename	GP107	GK104
Release	October 25 2016	September 16 2014
Ranking	#443	#515