GeForce GTX 470 vs Tesla C2070

GeForce GTX 470

2010Core: 607 MHz

Tesla C2070

2011Core: 574 MHz

Performance Spectrum - GPU

GeForce GTX 470

215

3,145

+0.8%

GeForce GTX 650

GeForce GTX 670MX SLI

GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER

RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation

Tesla C2070

238

3,121

0.0%

GeForce GT 755M

GeForce GTX 670MX SLI

GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER

RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation

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.

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 C2070

#111

Tesla P40

MSRP: $5699|Avg: $150

100%

#112

GRID RTX6000-1Q

MSRP: $6299|Avg: $1500

96%

#113

Quadro RTX 8000

MSRP: $9999|Avg: $9999

96%

#114

Quadro GP100

MSRP: $7000|Avg: $1335

94%

#115

Radeon Instinct MI60

MSRP: $6000|Avg: $600

93%

#272

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

7102%

#287

Tesla C2070

MSRP: $1499|Avg: $38

100%

#288

Quadro 2000 D

MSRP: $599|Avg: $35

100%

#290

FirePro V5900

MSRP: $599|Avg: $15

99%

#291

FirePro S9000

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $156

97%

#294

GRID P40-4Q

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150

95%

#295

RTXA5000-8Q

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $2500

95%

#296

GRID P6-2Q

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $150

94%

#299

GRID K220Q

MSRP: $469|Avg: $40

93%

#300

FirePro W9100

MSRP: $4000|Avg: $200

93%

#302

GRID T4-8Q

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $1000

91%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX 470 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.8% higher G3D Mark score. However, the Tesla C2070 offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.

Insight	GeForce GTX 470	Tesla C2070
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+0.8%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.8%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2010 / Fermi (2010−2014))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / Fermi (2010−2014))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+380%)
Efficiency	Normal Efficiency	Normal Efficiency
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	Standard Size (248mm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Tesla C2070 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Tesla C2070 holds the technical lead. Priced at $38 (vs $349), it costs 89% less, resulting in a 811.4% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce GTX 470	Tesla C2070
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+811.4%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($349)	✅More affordable ($38)

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 470 Benchmark Check

Tesla C2070 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 470 and Tesla C2070

GeForce GTX 470

The GeForce GTX 470 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 26 2010. It features the Fermi architecture. The core clock speed is 607 MHz. It has 448 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 215W. Manufactured using 40 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,145 points. Launch price was $349.

Tesla C2070

The Tesla C2070 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: 3,121 points.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 470 scores 3,145 and the Tesla C2070 reaches 3,121 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.8% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 470 is built on Fermi while the Tesla C2070 uses Fermi, both on a 40 nm process. Shader units: 448 (GeForce GTX 470) vs 448 (Tesla C2070). Raw compute: 1.089 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 470) vs 1.028 TFLOPS (Tesla C2070).

Feature	GeForce GTX 470	Tesla C2070
G3D Mark Score	3,145	3,121
Architecture	Fermi	Fermi
Process Node	40 nm	40 nm
Shading Units	448	448
Compute (TFLOPS)	1.089 TFLOPS+6%	1.028 TFLOPS
ROPs	40	48+20%
TMUs	56	56
L1 Cache	896 KB	896 KB
L2 Cache	640 KB	768 KB+20%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 470	Tesla C2070
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 470 comes with 1 GB of VRAM, while the Tesla C2070 has 6 GB. The Tesla C2070 offers 380% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 640 KB (GeForce GTX 470) vs 768 KB (Tesla C2070) — the Tesla C2070 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce GTX 470	Tesla C2070
VRAM Capacity	1.25 GB	6 GB+380%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	128-bit+100%	64-bit
L2 Cache	640 KB	768 KB+20%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 11.0 (GeForce GTX 470) vs 12 (11_0) (Tesla C2070). OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 1.

Feature	GeForce GTX 470	Tesla C2070
DirectX	11.0	12 (11_0)+9%
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	2+100%	1

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Media & Encoding

Supported codecs: MPEG-2,VC-1,H.264 (GeForce GTX 470) vs H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1 (Tesla C2070).

Feature	GeForce GTX 470	Tesla C2070
Encoder	None	—
Decoder	PureVideo VP4	—
Codecs	MPEG-2,VC-1,H.264	H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 470 draws 215W versus the Tesla C2070's 238W — a 10.2% difference. The GeForce GTX 470 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 550W (GeForce GTX 470) vs 350W (Tesla C2070). Power connectors: 2x 6-pin vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 241mm vs 248mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots.

Feature	GeForce GTX 470	Tesla C2070
TDP	215W-10%	238W
Recommended PSU	550W	350W-36%
Power Connector	2x 6-pin	PCIe-powered
Length	241mm	248mm
Height	111mm	—
Slots	2	2
Temp (Load)	93	—
Perf/Watt	14.6+11%	13.1

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 470 launched at $349 MSRP and currently averages $349, while the Tesla C2070 launched at $1499 and now averages $38. The Tesla C2070 costs 89.1% less ($311 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 9.0 (GeForce GTX 470) vs 82.1 (Tesla C2070) — the Tesla C2070 offers 812.2% better value. The Tesla C2070 is the newer GPU (2011 vs 2010).