GeForce GTX 1070 (Mobile) vs Tesla M40

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 GeForce GTX 1070 (Mobile)

#5

GeForce GTX 1070 (Mobile)

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#16

Radeon RX 7600S

MSRP: $269|Avg: $250

66%

#19

Radeon RX 5600

MSRP: $229|Avg: $150

59%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar Tesla M40

#84

Radeon PRO V710

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $2000

147%

#85

RTX A5500

MSRP: $3600|Avg: $2200

143%

#86

Radeon Pro WX 9100

MSRP: $2199|Avg: $550

136%

#87

A10G

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $2000

133%

#88

Tesla T4

MSRP: $1880|Avg: $1000

132%

#89

Tesla M40 24GB

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $120

130%

#90

Quadro P5000

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $400

124%

#91

RTX PRO 6000

MSRP: $8565|Avg: $8565

122%

#92

RTX A6000

MSRP: $4649|Avg: $3500

120%

#93

Quadro RTX A6000

MSRP: $4649|Avg: $3500

120%

#94

RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell

MSRP: $6999|Avg: $4799

108%

#96

L4

MSRP: $2345|Avg: $1800

106%

#97

RTX 6000 Ada Generation

MSRP: $6799|Avg: $5500

102%

#98

RTX 5880 Ada Generation

MSRP: $6000|Avg: $6000

102%

#99

Tesla M40

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $1099

100%

#100

Radeon PRO W7900 Dual Slot

MSRP: $3499|Avg: $3499

92%

#101

RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition

MSRP: $11605|Avg: $8199

89%

#102

Radeon Pro Vega II Duo

MSRP: $4399|Avg: $3500

78%

#103

Radeon Pro W6800X Duo

MSRP: $4999|Avg: $4999

72%

#104

Radeon Pro W6900X

MSRP: $6000|Avg: $5000

71%

#105

Quadro RTX 6000

MSRP: $6300|Avg: $1800

69%

#106

L40S

MSRP: $7500|Avg: $7500

65%

#107

Quadro P6000

MSRP: $5999|Avg: $1500

63%

#108

Quadro M6000

MSRP: $4999|Avg: $500

57%

#109

Quadro M6000 24GB

MSRP: $4999|Avg: $600

57%

#110

Quadro GV100

MSRP: $8999|Avg: $8999

52%

#111

Tesla P40

MSRP: $5699|Avg: $150

51%

#112

GRID RTX6000-1Q

MSRP: $6299|Avg: $1500

49%

#113

Quadro RTX 8000

MSRP: $9999|Avg: $9999

49%

#114

Quadro GP100

MSRP: $7000|Avg: $1335

48%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The GeForce GTX 1070 (Mobile) is significantly newer (2025 vs 2015). The GeForce GTX 1070 (Mobile) likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Tesla M40 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 1070 (Mobile) is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 2.4% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Tesla M40.

Insight	GeForce GTX 1070 (Mobile)	Tesla M40
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+2.4%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-2.4%)
Longevity	🔮Strong Longevity (Blackwell (2024−2025) / 4nm)	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell 2.0 (2014−2019))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	🎮 High Capacity (8 GB)	✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	—	Standard Size (267mm)

💎 Value Proposition

While current pricing data is unavailable, the GeForce GTX 1070 (Mobile) remains the clear technical winner. Check real-time availability to determine if the performance gap justifies the market price.

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 1070 (Mobile) Benchmark Check

Tesla M40 Benchmark Check

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 1070 (Mobile) and Tesla M40

GeForce GTX 1070 (Mobile)

The GeForce GTX 1070 (Mobile) is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 2 2025. It features the Blackwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 2235 MHz to 2520 MHz. It has 4608 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 4 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 10,465 points.

Tesla M40

The Tesla M40 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in November 10 2015. It features the Maxwell 2.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 948 MHz to 1112 MHz. It has 3072 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 250W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 10,220 points.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 1070 (Mobile) scores 10,465 and the Tesla M40 reaches 10,220 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 2.4% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 1070 (Mobile) is built on Blackwell 2.0 while the Tesla M40 uses Maxwell 2.0, both on 4 nm vs 28 nm. Shader units: 4,608 (GeForce GTX 1070 (Mobile)) vs 3,072 (Tesla M40). Boost clocks: 2520 MHz vs 1112 MHz.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1070 (Mobile)	Tesla M40
G3D Mark Score	10,465+2%	10,220
Architecture	Blackwell 2.0	Maxwell 2.0
Process Node	4 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	4608+50%	3072
Boost Clock	2520 MHz+127%	1112 MHz

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 1070 (Mobile)	Tesla M40
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)

Both cards feature 8 GB of video memory. Bus width: 256-bit vs 256-bit.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1070 (Mobile)	Tesla M40
VRAM Capacity	8 GB	8 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR6
Bus Width	256-bit	256-bit

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (GeForce GTX 1070 (Mobile)) vs 12.0 (Tesla M40). Vulkan: 1.4 vs 1.1. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.5. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 0.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1070 (Mobile)	Tesla M40
DirectX	12	12.0
Vulkan	1.4+27%	1.1
OpenGL	4.6+2%	4.5
Max Displays	4	0

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 6th gen (GeForce GTX 1070 (Mobile)) vs NVENC 2.0 (2x) (Tesla M40). Decoder: NVDEC 3rd gen vs PureVideo HD VP6. Supported codecs: H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP9 (GeForce GTX 1070 (Mobile)) vs MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1 (Tesla M40).

Feature	GeForce GTX 1070 (Mobile)	Tesla M40
Encoder	NVENC 6th gen	NVENC 2.0 (2x)
Decoder	NVDEC 3rd gen	PureVideo HD VP6
Codecs	H.264,H.265/HEVC,VP9	MPEG-2,H.264,VC-1

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 1070 (Mobile) draws 50W versus the Tesla M40's 250W — a 133.3% difference. The GeForce GTX 1070 (Mobile) is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 500W (GeForce GTX 1070 (Mobile)) vs 500W (Tesla M40). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered. Typical load temperature: 80°C vs 85°C.

Feature	GeForce GTX 1070 (Mobile)	Tesla M40
TDP	50W-80%	250W
Recommended PSU	500W	500W
Power Connector	PCIe-powered	PCIe-powered
Length	—	267mm
Height	—	111mm
Slots	0-100%	2
Temp (Load)	80°C-6%	85°C
Perf/Watt	209.3+412%	40.9