GeForce GTX 650 Ti BOOST vs Tesla C2050 / C2070

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 C2050 / C2070

#311

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

10783%

#326

Quadro FX 380

MSRP: $129|Avg: $15

100%

#327

Tesla C2050 / C2070

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $30

100%

#328

FirePro M7740

MSRP: $500|Avg: $500

97%

#329

Quadro FX 570

MSRP: $199|Avg: $15

95%

#330

RTXA5000-24Q

MSRP: $3721|Avg: $2100

94%

#331

GRID P40-1Q

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150

93%

#333

Tesla M10

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $500

93%

#334

Tesla C2050

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $95

93%

#335

FirePro S10000

MSRP: $3599|Avg: $500

92%

#336

Quadro FX 3450

MSRP: $119|Avg: $30

91%

#337

GRID P40-24Q

MSRP: $5699|Avg: $200

91%

#338

Quadro 4000

MSRP: $1199|Avg: $30

90%

#339

FireStream 9250

MSRP: $999|Avg: $49

85%

#340

GRID P40-3Q

MSRP: $5699|Avg: $5699

84%

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GRID M10-2Q

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $150

79%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Tesla C2050 / C2070 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.4% higher G3D Mark score and 200% more VRAM (6 GB vs 2 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 650 Ti BOOST.

Insight	GeForce GTX 650 Ti BOOST	Tesla C2050 / C2070
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.4%)	✅Leading raw performance (+0.4%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2011 / Fermi (2010−2014))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	❌ Less VRAM capacity	✅ More VRAM (+200%)
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	Standard Size (248mm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Tesla C2050 / C2070 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the Tesla C2050 / C2070 holds the technical lead. Priced at $30 (vs $50), it costs 40% less, resulting in a 67.3% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce GTX 650 Ti BOOST	Tesla C2050 / C2070
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+67.3%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($50)	✅More affordable ($30)

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 650 Ti BOOST Benchmark Check

Tesla C2050 / C2070 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 650 Ti BOOST and Tesla C2050 / C2070

GeForce GTX 650 Ti BOOST

The GeForce GTX 650 Ti BOOST is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in March 26 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 980 MHz to 1033 MHz. It has 768 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 134W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,415 points. Launch price was $169.

Tesla C2050 / C2070

The Tesla C2050 / 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: 3,428 points.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 650 Ti BOOST scores 3,415 and the Tesla C2050 / C2070 reaches 3,428 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.4% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 650 Ti BOOST is built on Kepler while the Tesla C2050 / C2070 uses Fermi, both on 28 nm vs 40 nm. Shader units: 768 (GeForce GTX 650 Ti BOOST) vs 448 (Tesla C2050 / C2070). Raw compute: 1.585 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 650 Ti BOOST) vs 1.028 TFLOPS (Tesla C2050 / C2070).

Feature	GeForce GTX 650 Ti BOOST	Tesla C2050 / C2070
G3D Mark Score	3,415	3,428
Architecture	Kepler	Fermi
Process Node	28 nm	40 nm
Shading Units	768+71%	448
Compute (TFLOPS)	1.585 TFLOPS+54%	1.028 TFLOPS
ROPs	24	48+100%
TMUs	64+14%	56
L1 Cache	64 KB	896 KB+1300%
L2 Cache	384 KB	768 KB+100%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 650 Ti BOOST	Tesla C2050 / 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 650 Ti BOOST comes with 2 GB of VRAM, while the Tesla C2050 / C2070 has 6 GB. The Tesla C2050 / C2070 offers 200% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 384 KB (GeForce GTX 650 Ti BOOST) vs 768 KB (Tesla C2050 / C2070) — the Tesla C2050 / C2070 has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce GTX 650 Ti BOOST	Tesla C2050 / C2070
VRAM Capacity	2 GB	6 GB+200%
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	128-bit+100%	64-bit
L2 Cache	384 KB	768 KB+100%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (FL 11_0) (GeForce GTX 650 Ti BOOST) vs 11_0 (Tesla C2050 / C2070). Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 1.

Feature	GeForce GTX 650 Ti BOOST	Tesla C2050 / C2070
DirectX	12 (FL 11_0)+9%	11_0
Max Displays	4+300%	1

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 650 Ti BOOST draws 134W versus the Tesla C2050 / C2070's 238W — a 55.9% difference. The GeForce GTX 650 Ti BOOST is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 450W (GeForce GTX 650 Ti BOOST) vs 350W (Tesla C2050 / C2070). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 241mm vs 248mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots.

Feature	GeForce GTX 650 Ti BOOST	Tesla C2050 / C2070
TDP	134W-44%	238W
Recommended PSU	450W	350W-22%
Power Connector	1x 6-pin	PCIe-powered
Length	241mm	248mm
Height	111mm	—
Slots	2	2
Temp (Load)	97°C	—
Perf/Watt	25.5+77%	14.4

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 650 Ti BOOST launched at $169 MSRP and currently averages $50, while the Tesla C2050 / C2070 launched at $2499 and now averages $30. The Tesla C2050 / C2070 costs 40% less ($20 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 68.3 (GeForce GTX 650 Ti BOOST) vs 114.3 (Tesla C2050 / C2070) — the Tesla C2050 / C2070 offers 67.3% better value. The GeForce GTX 650 Ti BOOST is the newer GPU (2013 vs 2011).