GeForce GTX 860M vs Tesla K40m
GeForce GTX 860M
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Performance Spectrum - GPU
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. The GeForce GTX 860M is positioned at rank 177 and the Tesla K40m is on rank 137, so the Tesla K40m offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar GeForce GTX 860M
Performance Per Dollar Tesla K40m
Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Tesla K40m is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 1.6% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 860M.
| Insight | GeForce GTX 860M | Tesla K40m |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-1.6%) | ✅Leading raw performance (+1.6%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Maxwell (2014−2017)) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Kepler (2012−2018)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ❌ Less VRAM capacity | ✅ More VRAM (+0%) |
| Efficiency | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the Tesla K40m 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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX 860M and Tesla K40m
GeForce GTX 860M
The GeForce GTX 860M is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in January 13 2014. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 797 MHz to 1085 MHz. It has 1152 or 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 75W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,095 points.
Tesla K40m
The Tesla K40m is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in November 22 2013. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 745 MHz to 876 MHz. It has 2880 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 245W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 3,143 points. Launch price was $7,699.
Graphics Performance
The GeForce GTX 860M scores 3,095 and the Tesla K40m reaches 3,143 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 1.6% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 860M is built on Maxwell while the Tesla K40m uses Kepler, both on a 28 nm process. Shader units: 1,152 (GeForce GTX 860M) vs 2,880 (Tesla K40m). Raw compute: 1.389 TFLOPS (GeForce GTX 860M) vs 5.046 TFLOPS (Tesla K40m). Boost clocks: 1085 MHz vs 876 MHz.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 860M | Tesla K40m |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 3,095 | 3,143+2% |
| Architecture | Maxwell | Kepler |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 28 nm |
| Shading Units | 1152 or 640 | 2880+150% |
| Compute (TFLOPS) | 1.389 TFLOPS | 5.046 TFLOPS+263% |
| Boost Clock | 1085 MHz+24% | 876 MHz |
| ROPs | 16 | 48+200% |
| TMUs | 40 | 240+500% |
| L1 Cache | 320 KB+33% | 240 KB |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB+33% | 1.5 MB |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | GeForce GTX 860M | Tesla K40m |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Video Memory (VRAM)
Both cards feature 2 GB of GDDR5. Bus width: 128-bit vs 64-bit. L2 Cache: 2 MB (GeForce GTX 860M) vs 1.5 MB (Tesla K40m) — the GeForce GTX 860M has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 860M | Tesla K40m |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 2 GB | 2 GB |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | GDDR5 |
| Bus Width | 128-bit+100% | 64-bit |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB+33% | 1.5 MB |
Power & Dimensions
The GeForce GTX 860M draws 75W versus the Tesla K40m's 245W — a 106.3% difference. The GeForce GTX 860M is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (GeForce GTX 860M) vs 350W (Tesla K40m). Power connectors: PCIe-powered vs PCIe-powered.
| Feature | GeForce GTX 860M | Tesla K40m |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 75W-69% | 245W |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 350W |
| Power Connector | PCIe-powered | PCIe-powered |
| Length | 0mm | — |
| Height | 0mm | — |
| Slots | 0 | — |
| Temp (Load) | 80°C | — |
| Perf/Watt | 41.3+223% | 12.8 |
Value Analysis
The GeForce GTX 860M is the newer GPU (2014 vs 2013).
| Feature | GeForce GTX 860M | Tesla K40m |
|---|---|---|
| Avg Price (30d) | $50 | — |
| Codename | GM107 | GK110B |
| Release | January 13 2014 | November 22 2013 |
| Ranking | #578 | #573 |
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