GeForce GTX TITAN Z vs CMP 40HX

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 CMP 40HX

#62

RTX A4500

MSRP: $1699|Avg: $800

99%

#63

RTX 4500 Ada Generation

MSRP: $2250|Avg: $2000

99%

#64

RTX 4000 Ada Generation

MSRP: $1999|Avg: $1547

96%

#65

RTX A4000H

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $927

94%

#66

Radeon PRO W7800

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $2200

87%

#104

Tesla K20m

MSRP: $3199|Avg: $55

1180%

#119

CMP 40HX

MSRP: $699|Avg: $120

100%

#124

Radeon Pro W5500X

MSRP: $599|Avg: $500

98%

#125

Quadro T2000

MSRP: $600|Avg: $75

97%

#130

FirePro D300

MSRP: $500|Avg: $20

91%

#131

Radeon Pro WX 3200

MSRP: $199|Avg: $199

89%

#132

Radeon Pro WX 5100

MSRP: $499|Avg: $120

88%

#134

Quadro P2000 (móvel)

MSRP: $500|Avg: $150

86%

Based on actual market prices and performance benchmarks.

Performance Comparison

About G3D Mark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

⚠️ Generational Difference

The CMP 40HX is significantly newer (2021 vs 2014). The CMP 40HX likely supports modern features like Ray Tracing, Tensor Cores, and DLSS/FSR upscaling, which act as force multipliers for performance. The GeForce GTX TITAN Z lacks this hardware feature set, limiting its longevity in modern titles despite any raw power similarities.

🚀 Performance Leadership

The GeForce GTX TITAN Z is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.7% higher G3D Mark score and 200% more VRAM (12 GB vs 4 GB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the CMP 40HX.

Insight	GeForce GTX TITAN Z	CMP 40HX
Performance	✅Leading raw performance (+0.7%)	❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.7%)
Longevity	🛑Obsolete Architecture (2014 / Kepler (2012−2018))	Turing (2018−2022) (12nm)
Ecosystem	Supports FSR Upscaling	Supports FSR Upscaling
VRAM	✅ More VRAM (+200%)	🎮 High Capacity (4 GB)
Efficiency	⚡ Higher Power Consumption	💡 Excellent Perf/Watt
Case Fit	Standard Size (267mm)	📏 Compact / SFF Friendly

💎 Value Proposition

The CMP 40HX offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $120 versus $400 for the GeForce GTX TITAN Z, it costs 70% less. While it maintains competitive performance, this results in a 231% higher cost efficiency score.

Insight	GeForce GTX TITAN Z	CMP 40HX
Cost Efficiency	❌Lower cost efficiency	✅Better overall value (+231%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️Higher upfront cost ($400)	✅More affordable ($120)

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 TITAN Z Benchmark Check

CMP 40HX Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of GeForce GTX TITAN Z and CMP 40HX

GeForce GTX TITAN Z

The GeForce GTX TITAN Z is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in May 28 2014. It features the Kepler architecture. The core clock ranges from 705 MHz to 876 MHz. It has 5760 ×2 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 375W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 8,811 points. Launch price was $2,999.

CMP 40HX

The CMP 40HX is manufactured by NVIDIA. It was released in February 25 2021. It features the Turing architecture. The core clock ranges from 1470 MHz to 1650 MHz. It has 2304 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 185W. Manufactured using 12 nm process technology. It features 36 dedicated ray tracing cores for enhanced lighting effects. G3D Mark benchmark score: 8,749 points. Launch price was $699.

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Graphics Performance

The GeForce GTX TITAN Z scores 8,811 and the CMP 40HX reaches 8,749 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.7% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. The GeForce GTX TITAN Z is built on Kepler while the CMP 40HX uses Turing, both on 28 nm vs 12 nm. Shader units: 5,760 (GeForce GTX TITAN Z) vs 2,304 (CMP 40HX). Raw compute: 5.046 TFLOPS ×2 (GeForce GTX TITAN Z) vs 7.603 TFLOPS (CMP 40HX). Boost clocks: 876 MHz vs 1650 MHz.

Feature	GeForce GTX TITAN Z	CMP 40HX
G3D Mark Score	8,811	8,749
Architecture	Kepler	Turing
Process Node	28 nm	12 nm
Shading Units	5760 ×2+150%	2304
Compute (TFLOPS)	5.046 TFLOPS ×2	7.603 TFLOPS+51%
Boost Clock	876 MHz	1650 MHz+88%
ROPs	48 ×2	64+33%
TMUs	240 ×2+67%	144
L1 Cache	0.23 MB	2.3 MB+900%
L2 Cache	1.5 MB	4 MB+167%

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Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)

Feature	GeForce GTX TITAN Z	CMP 40HX
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 TITAN Z comes with 12 GB of VRAM, while the CMP 40HX has 4 GB. The GeForce GTX TITAN Z offers 200% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 384-bit x2 vs 128-bit. L2 Cache: 1.5 MB (GeForce GTX TITAN Z) vs 4 MB (CMP 40HX) — the CMP 40HX has significantly larger on-die cache to reduce VRAM reliance.

Feature	GeForce GTX TITAN Z	CMP 40HX
VRAM Capacity	12 GB+200%	4 GB
Memory Type	GDDR5	GDDR6
Bus Width	384-bit x2+200%	128-bit
L2 Cache	1.5 MB	4 MB+167%

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Display & API Support

DirectX support: 12 (GeForce GTX TITAN Z) vs 12 Ultimate (CMP 40HX). Vulkan: 1.0 vs 1.2. OpenGL: 4.6 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 4 vs 0.

Feature	GeForce GTX TITAN Z	CMP 40HX
DirectX	12	12 Ultimate
Vulkan	1.0	1.2+20%
OpenGL	4.6	4.6
Max Displays	4	0

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Media & Encoding

Hardware encoder: NVENC 1st gen (GeForce GTX TITAN Z) vs No (CMP 40HX). Decoder: NVDEC 1st gen vs No.

Feature	GeForce GTX TITAN Z	CMP 40HX
Encoder	NVENC 1st gen	No
Decoder	NVDEC 1st gen	No
Codecs	H.264,MPEG-2,VC-1

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Power & Dimensions

The GeForce GTX TITAN Z draws 375W versus the CMP 40HX's 185W — a 67.9% difference. The CMP 40HX is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 700W (GeForce GTX TITAN Z) vs 500W (CMP 40HX). Power connectors: 2x 8-pin vs PCIe-powered. Card length: 267mm vs 229mm, occupying 3 vs 2 slots. Typical load temperature: 80°C vs 80°C.

Feature	GeForce GTX TITAN Z	CMP 40HX
TDP	375W	185W-51%
Recommended PSU	700W	500W-29%
Power Connector	2x 8-pin	PCIe-powered
Length	267mm	229mm
Height	111mm	111mm
Slots	3	2-33%
Temp (Load)	80°C	80°C
Perf/Watt	23.5	47.3+101%

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Value Analysis

The GeForce GTX TITAN Z launched at $2999 MSRP and currently averages $400, while the CMP 40HX launched at $699 and now averages $120. The CMP 40HX costs 70% less ($280 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 22.0 (GeForce GTX TITAN Z) vs 72.9 (CMP 40HX) — the CMP 40HX offers 231.4% better value. The CMP 40HX is the newer GPU (2021 vs 2014).