GeForce GTX 980 SLI (móvel)
VS
Tesla T10

GeForce GTX 980 SLI (móvel) vs Tesla T10

NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 980 SLI (móvel)

2015Core: 1126 MHzBoost: 1228 MHz
VS
NVIDIA

Tesla T10

Boost: 1560 MHz

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.

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 980 SLI (móvel)

#1
100%
#16
Radeon RX 7600S
MSRP: $269|Avg: $250
46%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Per Dollar Tesla T10

#66
Radeon PRO W7800
MSRP: $2499|Avg: $2200
173%
#67
RTX 4000 SFF Ada Generation
MSRP: $1999|Avg: $1450
165%
#70
Radeon PRO W6800
MSRP: $2249|Avg: $2249
143%
#72
Quadro P4200
MSRP: $1200|Avg: $110
138%
#74
RTX 5000 Ada Generation
MSRP: $4000|Avg: $4095
121%
#75
Radeon Pro Vega II
MSRP: $2199|Avg: $1800
113%
#76
Radeon PRO W7900
MSRP: $3999|Avg: $3500
112%
#77
Radeon Pro VII
MSRP: $1899|Avg: $1400
111%
#78
Quadro RTX 5000
MSRP: $2299|Avg: $692
107%
#79
Quadro RTX 5000 (móvel)
MSRP: $2299|Avg: $692
107%
#80
Radeon Pro W6800X
MSRP: $2799|Avg: $2799
102%
#81
Tesla T10
MSRP: $2000|Avg: $975
100%
#82
RTX A5000
MSRP: $3721|Avg: $1800
98%
#83
Radeon Pro Vega 64X
MSRP: $2200|Avg: $2200
97%
#84
Radeon PRO V710
MSRP: $2000|Avg: $2000
96%
#85
RTX A5500
MSRP: $3600|Avg: $2200
93%
#86
Radeon Pro WX 9100
MSRP: $2199|Avg: $550
89%
#87
A10G
MSRP: $2500|Avg: $2000
87%
#88
Tesla T4
MSRP: $1880|Avg: $1000
86%
#89
Tesla M40 24GB
MSRP: $2000|Avg: $120
85%
#90
Quadro P5000
MSRP: $2499|Avg: $400
81%
#91
RTX PRO 6000
MSRP: $8565|Avg: $8565
80%
#92
RTX A6000
MSRP: $4649|Avg: $3500
78%
#93
Quadro RTX A6000
MSRP: $4649|Avg: $3500
78%
#94
RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell
MSRP: $6999|Avg: $4799
70%
#96
L4
MSRP: $2345|Avg: $1800
69%
Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The GeForce GTX 980 SLI (móvel) is significantly newer (2015 vs 0). The GeForce GTX 980 SLI (móvel) likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The Tesla T10 lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The Tesla T10 is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.3% higher G3D Mark score. This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the GeForce GTX 980 SLI (móvel).

InsightGeForce GTX 980 SLI (móvel)Tesla T10
Performance
Lower raw frame rates (-0.3%)
Leading raw performance (+0.3%)
Longevity
🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Maxwell (2014−2017))
Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)
Ecosystem
Supports FSR Upscaling
Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM
❌ Less VRAM capacity
✅ More VRAM (+0%)
Efficiency
⚡ Higher Power Consumption
💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit
Standard Size (267mm)
Standard Size (267mm)

💎 Value Proposition

While current pricing data is unavailable, the Tesla T10 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 980 SLI (móvel) and Tesla T10

NVIDIA

GeForce GTX 980 SLI (móvel)

The GeForce GTX 980 SLI (móvel) is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in September 22 2015. It features the Maxwell architecture. The core clock ranges from 1126 MHz to 1228 MHz. It has 4096 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 330W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 12,523 points.

NVIDIA

Tesla T10

The Tesla T10 is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in sem dados. It features the Turing architecture. The boost clock speed is 1560 MHz. It has 4608 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 260W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 12,558 points.

Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX 980 SLI (móvel) scores 12,523 and the Tesla T10 reaches 12,558 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.3% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX 980 SLI (móvel) is built on Maxwell while the Tesla T10 uses Turing, both on 28 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 4,096 (GeForce GTX 980 SLI (móvel)) vs 4,608 (Tesla T10). Boost clocks: 1228 MHz vs 1560 MHz.

FeatureGeForce GTX 980 SLI (móvel)Tesla T10
G3D Mark Score
12,523
12,558
Architecture
Maxwell
Turing
Process Node
28 nm
12 nm
Shading Units
4096
4608+13%
Boost Clock
1228 MHz
1560 MHz+27%

Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

FeatureGeForce GTX 980 SLI (móvel)Tesla T10
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.

FeatureGeForce GTX 980 SLI (móvel)Tesla T10
VRAM Capacity
8 GB
8 GB
Memory Type
GDDR5
GDDR6
Bus Width
256-bit
256-bit
🖥️

Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12.1 (GeForce GTX 980 SLI (móvel)) vs 12.2 (Tesla T10). Vulkan: 1.1 vs 1.1. OpenGL: 4.4 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 0.

FeatureGeForce GTX 980 SLI (móvel)Tesla T10
DirectX
12.1
12.2
Vulkan
1.1
1.1
OpenGL
4.4
4.6+5%
Max Displays
4
0
🎬

Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 4.0 (2x) (GeForce GTX 980 SLI (móvel)) vs 7th Gen NVENC (Tesla T10). Decoder: PureVideo HD VP6 (2x) vs 5th Gen NVDEC. Supported codecs: MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC (GeForce GTX 980 SLI (móvel)) vs MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9 (Tesla T10).

FeatureGeForce GTX 980 SLI (móvel)Tesla T10
Encoder
NVENC 4.0 (2x)
7th Gen NVENC
Decoder
PureVideo HD VP6 (2x)
5th Gen NVDEC
Codecs
MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC
MPEG-2,H.264,HEVC,VP9
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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX 980 SLI (móvel) draws 330W versus the Tesla T10's 260W — a 23.7% difference. The Tesla T10 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 500W (GeForce GTX 980 SLI (móvel)) vs 500W (Tesla T10). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 267mm vs 267mm, occupying 2 vs 1 slots. Typical load temperature: 85°C vs 85°C.

FeatureGeForce GTX 980 SLI (móvel)Tesla T10
TDP
330W
260W-21%
Recommended PSU
500W
500W
Power Connector
1x 6-pin
PCIe-powered
Length
267mm
267mm
Height
111mm
111mm
Slots
2
1-50%
Temp (Load)
85°C
85°C
Perf/Watt
37.9
48.3+27%