GeForce GTX 660 Ti vs Tesla K20c

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 K20c

#310

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

10628%

#325

Tesla K20c

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $500

100%

#326

GRID M6-1Q

MSRP: $1500|Avg: $100

99%

#327

Quadro FX 380

MSRP: $129|Avg: $15

99%

#328

Tesla C2050 / C2070

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $30

99%

#329

FirePro M7740

MSRP: $500|Avg: $500

96%

#330

Quadro FX 570

MSRP: $199|Avg: $15

94%

#331

RTXA5000-24Q

MSRP: $3721|Avg: $2100

93%

#332

GRID P40-1Q

MSRP: $3000|Avg: $150

92%

#334

Tesla C2050

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $95

91%

#335

Tesla M10

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $500

91%

#336

FirePro S10000

MSRP: $3599|Avg: $500

91%

#337

Quadro FX 3450

MSRP: $119|Avg: $30

90%

#338

GRID P40-24Q

MSRP: $5699|Avg: $200

89%

#339

Quadro 4000

MSRP: $1199|Avg: $30

88%

#340

FireStream 9250

MSRP: $999|Avg: $49

84%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Tesla K20c is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.4% higher G3D Mark score. However, the GeForce GTX 660 Ti offers more VRAM, which may be beneficial for texture-heavy scenarios at higher resolutions.

Insight	GeForce GTX 660 Ti	Tesla K20c
Performance	❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.4%)	✅Leading raw performance (+0.4%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / Kepler (2012−2018))	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2012 / Kepler (2012−2018))
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	✅ More VRAM (+50%)	❌ Less VRAM capacity
Efficiency	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt	⚡ Higher Power Consumption
Case Fit	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly	Standard Size (267mm)

💎 Value Proposition

The GeForce GTX 660 Ti offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. While both GPUs are considered legacy components by modern standards, the GeForce GTX 660 Ti holds the technical lead. Priced at $15 (vs $500), it costs 97% less, resulting in a 3220.5% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce GTX 660 Ti	Tesla K20c
Cost Efficiency	✅Better overall value (+3220.5%)	❌Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅More affordable ($15)	⚠️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.

GeForce GTX 660 Ti Benchmark Check

Tesla K20c Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 660 Ti and Tesla K20c

GeForce GTX 660 Ti

The GeForce GTX 660 Ti is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in August 16 2012. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 915 MHz to 980 MHz. It has 1344 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 150W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,415 points. Launch price was $299.

Tesla K20c

The Tesla K20c is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in November 12 2012. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock speed is 706 MHz. It has 2496 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 225W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 4,432 points. Launch price was $3,199.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 660 Ti scores 4,415 and the Tesla K20c reaches 4,432 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.4% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 660 Ti is built on Kepler while the Tesla K20c uses Kepler, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 1,344 (GeForce GTX 660 Ti) vs 2,496 (Tesla K20c). Raw compute: 2.634 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 660 Ti) vs 3.524 TFLOPS (Tesla K20c).

Feature	GeForce GTX 660 Ti	Tesla K20c
G3D Mark Score	4,415	4,432
Architecture	Kepler	Kepler
Process Node	28 nm	28 nm
Shading Units	1344	2496+86%
Compute (TFLOPS)	2.634 TFLOPS	3.524 TFLOPS+34%
ROPs	24	40+67%
TMUs	112	208+86%
L1 Cache	112 KB	208 KB+86%
L2 Cache	0.38 MB	1.25 MB+229%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX 660 Ti	Tesla K20c
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 660 Ti comes with 3 GB of VRAM, while the Tesla K20c has 2 GB. The GeForce GTX 660 Ti offers 50% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 192-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 0.38 MB (GeForce GTX 660 Ti) vs 1.25 MB (Tesla K20c) — the Tesla K20c has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce GTX 660 Ti	Tesla K20c
VRAM Capacity	3 GB+50%	2 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR5
Bus Width	192-bit+200%	64-bit
L2 Cache	0.38 MB	1.25 MB+229%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (FL 11_0) (GeForce GTX 660 Ti) vs 11_0 (Tesla K20c). Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 0.

Feature	GeForce GTX 660 Ti	Tesla K20c
DirectX	12 (FL 11_0)+9%	11_0
Max Displays	4	0

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 660 Ti draws 150W versus the Tesla K20c's 225W — a 40% difference. The GeForce GTX 660 Ti is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 450W (GeForce GTX 660 Ti) vs 350W (Tesla K20c). Power connectors: 2x 6-pin vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 241mm vs 267mm, occupying 2 vs 2 slots.

Feature	GeForce GTX 660 Ti	Tesla K20c
TDP	150W-33%	225W
Recommended PSU	450W	350W-22%
Power Connector	2x 6-pin	PCIe-powered
Length	241mm	267mm
Height	111mm	—
Slots	2	2
Temp (Load)	97°C	—
Perf/Watt	29.4+49%	19.7

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX 660 Ti launched at $299 MSRP and currently averages $15, while the Tesla K20c launched at $3199 and now averages $500. The GeForce GTX 660 Ti costs 97% less ($485 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 294.3 (GeForce GTX 660 Ti) vs 8.9 (Tesla K20c) — the GeForce GTX 660 Ti offers 3206.7% better value.